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1. A digital luggage scale because there's nothing worse than getting to the airport and finding out that you have to pay an overweight luggage fee *or* frantically move stuff out of your checked bag into your already-stuffed carry on while the entire line behind you watches in judgement.
Promising review: "Essential for air travel! This gadget is a must-have if you are traveling by air. It’s simple to use and seems to be accurate (the weight measured on the airline scale always matches the weight on this scale). Overweight baggage fees are annoying and expensive. This handy little device eliminates any worries about extra baggage fees." —Jennifer McKinney
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in six colors and a pack of two).
2. A pocket-sized, refillable travel perfume atomizer you simply press against the nozzle of your favorite perfume to pump it full of a travel-size portion of your signature scent! Now you won't have to find space to pack your larger perfume bottle and worry about it leaking the entire time you're on the plane.
Here's why BuzzFeed shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly loves this:
"^ That's me pumping my signature perfume into one of these travel atomizers I've been using for about a year. As the reviewer down below mentions, it's great to just throw in your purse on the reg for a fragrance re-up throughout the day. As you can see, it's about the size of my thumb and therefore takes up very little room. Plus! It's smaller than most rollerball travel fragrances you can pick up. This first one is working so well, that I just have the other three in storage. But if this one bites the dust this summer during travels, I'll be OK about digging into my stores to use one of the remaining three...especially at this price point."
Promising review: "I never want to take my nice perfumes traveling, because I'm scared of them leaking, breaking, etc. But these bad boys work amazingly. They work so well for on the go, whether it's to throw in your purse or in your suitcase!!! Definitely a necessity." —Mica krone
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $7.55.
3. An acupressure anti-nausea wristband if you tend to battle feeling ill on planes (or cars, buses, boats, and roller coasters). It applies pressure to the acupuncture point on your wrists, which some say helps reduce nausea and vomiting. Therefore, it can help you feel less anxious that you'll get sick if the flight gets a little bumpy.
Read more about travel-related motion sickness from The Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review: "My car sickness has been getting worse for years. I drive often with my family back to my hometown about five hours away. I put these on and was finally able to ride without constantly fighting nausea. They fit comfortably and I quickly forgot they were on. This feels like a simple, cost efficient fix." —Breya Porter
Get a set of two from Amazon for $8.53.
4. An Apple AirTag so you can easily track your bag's location if the airline decides to send your checked luggage to Rome while you're headed to Paris.
5. A bendy travel pillow that'll help make long hours of sitting upright on a plane (or bus, train, boat, or car ride for that matter) a *whole* lot more comfortable if you wanna capitalize on some serious snooze time. It's super adjustable, making it easy to customize for the support you need whether it's your back or your neck that tends to suffer on long trips.
6. Or a super-soft, adjustable Trtl neck pillow designed to hold your head in a comfortable position when you're sleeping upright so you can stop waking up every time your head starts to nod on long plane rides.
BuzzFeed editor Ciera Velarde loves this! Here's why:
"I've used this for the past few years and swear by it! Before this, I always found traditional neck pillows uncomfortable and would end up ditching them halfway through the flight and getting frustrated. The Trtl pillow is adjustable — you wrap the pillow around your neck and secure it with Velcro, and if you find it's too loose, just make it a bit tighter! I've truly never slept better on a plane than with this pillow."
Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in five colors).
7. An adjustable strap you can attach to your suitcase to hold your personal item, jacket, scarf, neck pillow, or any other items you don't feel like juggling while trudging through the airport.
Promising review: "This is seriously so useful for traveling. I bought this last year and used it on my two Europe trips — six different countries and lots of bus, train, and plane journeys, and it made my life so much easier. I hooked it to my book bag and hooked my neck pillow, collapsible umbrella, and reusable water bottle to it. I even hooked my parka through it some. 110% recommend. It is super sturdy, and I never had any issues with it, even with me dragging it along with all the stuff hooked to it." —Logan
Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in six colors and packs of two).
8. Or a travel belt if you wanna take advantage of that unused space at the top of your rolling suitcase by strapping your heavy purse or backpack to it and giving your back a break as you dash toward your departure gate.
The travel belt is adjustable to 45 inches to fit most bags. The belt itself is vegan leather with elastic accents and a quick-release buckle.
Get it from our Goodful shop for $39.99.
9. A pack of Neutrogena makeup remover towelettes — now you don't have to worry about bringing a liquid makeup remover that could decide to leak all over your fancy vay-cay wardrobe mid-flight. These do a great job, and come individually wrapped for extra convenience and easy packing!
10. A hands-free (rotating!) phone mount that easily attaches to the seatback in front of you so you can comfortably watch a movie — even if the plane you're on doesn't have built-in TVs. This is great for when you wanna opt for the more budget-friendly airline but still wanna take advantage of a few hours where you can simply kick back, relax, and binge on that series you've fallen behind on.
Promising review: "Very happy with this holder. It has multiple configurations. I originally got it for plane travel, but find myself using it every day at work, school, while cooking, and taking it with me to the gym. So happy I got it. Very sturdy, and great quality. I'll be getting a couple more for friends and family. P.S. this is a must if you travel a lot!!!!!!" —Mila
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
11. A resealable travel-size pack of antibacterial wipes in case you don't trust the airline to do a proper clean of your seat, arm rests, and tray table before you board.
12. A clear TSA-approved toiletry bag — a worthy investment to place one more barrier between your liquid goods and everything else you stuffed into your personal bag.
13. An AirFly Pro wireless transmitter that plugs into the headphone jack on the in-flight TV screen so you can use your own wireless headphones to take advantage of the best part of long-haul flights — watching new movies! You can also use it to send audio from one device to two separate sets of headphones, so you and your friend can listen to the same music or watch the same show!
Promising review: "Ever since I purchased my wireless Bose earbuds, I always hated having to use another set when I was on an airplane with the seat-back entertainment system. I tried many different models to connect the system to my Bluetooth headsets until I came across this one, and it is amazing! It seamlessly connects to my headset, has very clear and reliable audio, and it takes the stress away from having to carry multiple headsets! Thank you!!!" —Ryan Malloy
Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in three styles and two colors).
14. A luggage-mounted cup caddy because trying to juggle your phone, coffee, water, luggage, and other airport essentials all at the same time while darting through the terminal makes things way more stressful than they need to be. This adjustable caddy is easy to attach to your suitcase's handles, and it has three convenient pockets perfect for cups, snacks, phones, passports, and other small items!
Promising review: "This cup holder is perfect! It helps me a lot! Last time I took a plane with a suitcase and a cup of coffee, I dropped and spilled my drink everywhere when it was my turn to check my passport and ticket. It was a nightmare! This time, I bought this cup holder to do me a favor! I don't have to worry about where my cup and phone are! I can free my hands to do other things. I love it so much! Hope you love it too." —Philip
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 28 colors and patterns).
15. A sleep mask featuring contoured cups designed to reduce pressure on your eyes while blocking out the light pouring in through the window your seat neighbor *insists* on keeping open for the entire flight while you're trying to rest.
Promising review: "I’ve been using this mask for over a week now, and I must say that it’s the best mask I’ve ever used yet. I have used a sleep mask every night for...probably the last nine years, and it’s the most comfortable one I’ve ever used. I love the strap. No Velcro to get caught in your hair! It’s got adjustable wide elastic that is soft and comfortable. Not the stiff stuff! The mask has nice memory foam in it, which cushions your face when sleeping on your side. It has nice deep eye pockets, so there is never any pressure on your eyes or eyelashes, which I love. Overall, this is the best mask I’ve ever had. It’s made so well; I feel pampered in it." —DePlume
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in seven colors).
16. A TSA-approved Alleyoop portable razor that includes two triple-blade razors, a moisturizing bar, and a water spray bottle — aka everything you need for quick shaves and touch-ups while traveling, all in a compact case that can be tossed right into your purse! You can even use it for a quick underarm shave in the airport bathroom after a *long-haul* flight so you can feel refreshed right after landing!
Promising review: "Great essential to have when traveling or on-the-go! Not to mention, the soap smells amazing! Also includes two razor blades. Great value." —Myles Allbee
Get it from Amazon for $14.
17. A six-port wall charger in case you and your travel buddies have way more devices to charge than there are outlets in the crowded airport. It's also great for when you're at the hotel or Airbnb!
Promising review: "This is a great product! I travel frequently, and I am always challenged with the number of USB ports I can get with the number of outlets available (and where) in hotel rooms. With this product, the number of ports problem goes away, and what's great is that it extends the charger interface out from behind a bed or nightstand, or other inconvenient location, up onto a work surface for easy access. As far as power, I have had an Asus transformer, two iPads, HTC one M8, and two iPhones connected to it at the same time, charging for hours with no heat on the device whatsoever. It works great at home too. I have always had good luck with Anker products, good quality." —bishop
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in two colors).
18. A charger organizer because nothing is more stressful than digging through your bag to track down your various cables, adapters, and headphones while waiting to board the plane. This'll help you fit them all in a compact and easy-to-access fashion!
Mister Crafter is a small business that creates handmade, personalizable travel products, wallets, and accessories made from 100% top-quality genuine cowhide leather.
Promising review: "I bought this for my husband before a trip and he loved it! The quality and durability were obvious the moment I took it out of the box. Definitely recommend this company and product." —Maureen Murphy-Weiss
Get it from Mister Crafter on Etsy for $39.80+ (originally $56.86; available in two sizes and two colors; personalization also available).
19. A lightweight and compact stroller that can easily fold down small enough to fit in the overhead compartment on an airplane if you wanna make flying with little ones *way* less of a headache!
It folds up so small that it was awarded a Guinness World Record in 2014 for the most compact stroller. It can hold kids who weigh up to 55 pounds and only weighs 9.5 pounds.
Promising review: "Travel essential. I purchased this stroller for a recent trip to Canada. It was a lifesaver traveling through the airport because it is so easy to get through security, and you don’t have to worry about gate checking as it is small enough to carry on. During our trip, we used public transportation at times, and we ate out a lot, and it was so easy and convenient to have under a chair or table. It’s also lightweight to carry when my son decides he wants to walk, though he loves sitting in the stroller and is quite comfortable. I love that it easily reclines, and he even took a nap in it while being pushed on a dirt trail. We were mostly on concrete but also took the stroller on some easy/flat trails, and it did quite well. The basket is small but handy. All in all, I highly recommend this for travel and everyday use. I got many compliments and comments about this stroller!" —Matthew Gonzalez
Get it from Amazon for $199.95+ (available in two colors).
20. A waterproof Kindle Paperwhite for the person who always packs wayyy too many heavy books in their carry on bag every time they take a trip because they wanna have a variety of options. Now you can catch up on your reading without the extra weight, *and* thanks to the backlight, you'll be able to read when all the lights are turned off on the plane without having to turn on the overhead light and disrupt your peacefully snoozing neighbors.
Promising review: "I will start by saying this is my fifth Kindle, so I’ve been using Kindles for many years. I can honestly say this is now my favorite ever. Loving the larger screen. I never noticed much difference from my previous Kindle editions before until this one. More text fitting into the larger screen is great for larger fonts. Also love the faster page turns. This was something I noticed immediately after turning it on. The Kindle just works faster on page turns, and this makes a big difference for me. The screen color is great. As you can see, the color of the new Kindle 11th generation seems less white. At first I thought I would not like this, but I find this color is easier on my eyes. You can also adjust the automatic warmth color. I love this so much, especially when I’m reading at night. USB-C charging is fast. I can’t tell on the battery life yet, but it charges a lot faster than my previous Kindles." —Lorena Frith
Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in two storage capacities, three colors, with or without three months of Kindle Unlimited, and with or without ads).
Check out one BuzzFeeder's full review of the Kindle Paperwhite here.
21. A BevLedge so you can ditch the tray table and give yourself a little more leg room. It securely attaches to most window shade slots, and has dedicated spots to hold two cups as well as pens, sunglasses, earbuds, and your phone!
Plus, it folds down flat when not in use for easy packing.
Promising review: "A friend recommended this to me as a vital travel companion now that I've returned to frequent flying. I initially thought of it as a novelty, but now that I've used it, it's a necessity. It keeps the workspace clear for my laptop, but it also organizes all the little pieces that can become so annoying to keep up with — glasses, earphones, etc. It got my seatmate's immediate attention, as well as a few other folks nearby. I suspect they'll have one soon. Watch for one soon in a window near you!" —Timothy G. Wolfe
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
22. A set of packing cubes that'll help you fit a LOT more stuff in your suitcase than you thought was possible.
The set comes with four packing cubes of various sizes, as well as a laundry bag.
Promising review: "I was skeptical about packing cubes, but finally decided to give them a try and I won't travel without them now! It helps with organizing and to prevent wrinkles. Especially helpful when I’m going to multiple destinations so I don’t have to completely unpack or dig through my suitcase at each stop. My son has used them when packing a duffle bag, and I can’t imagine using a duffle bag without them. The quality of the brand is very good, and I love that each cube has their own handles. I ended up buying a second set since one wasn’t quite enough for extended travel." —April
Get a set of five from Amazon for $21.99 (available in 10 colors).
23. Or a pack of vacuum storage bags to suck the excess air out of the clothes you simply *cannot* leave behind, so they can be stowed without the usual bulk.
Former BuzzFeed editor Jasmin Sandal is a fan:
"I swear by these bad boys not only for general storage purposes, but also if I know I'm going to be traveling for an extended period of time. As someone who tends to pack for every eventuality (who doesn't like to be prepared?!), I have learned that it's better to travel with them than without — especially since it's more or less a guarantee that my clothes are gonna take up a ~substantial~ amount of room in my suitcase. And if I can use something that's gonna shrink the size of my bulky hoodies and/or big tees in order for me to create more space, I'm sure as heck gonna do it. Plus, the satisfaction is indeed guaranteed because when you see those chunky layers flatten into a pancake...it's just *chef's kiss*."
Promising review: "I've used these bags before and they are so helpful. Even used the medium one for travel and I have tons of extra suitcase room. The clothes don't come out wrinkled at all as long as you fold them nicely before placing in the bag, then the air sucks out keeping them safe and sound and very compact. Arrived on time, would use this seller again." —Susie Kochsmeier
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four sizes, two styles, and larger multipacks).
24. A JetKids ride-on carry-on suitcase designed so your toddler can sit on top and go for a fun ride while you roll it through the airport! If you've ever struggled to get your little ones to your gate on time, this is a game changer! Plus, once you're at the gate or on the plane, it works great as a leg rest!
It's recommended for kids ages 3–7 and fits most standard economy seats. Plus, it has an adjustable strap so you can carry it over your shoulder, a top handle, and a mattress inside that can be removed and used while in the flight. Parents have even used this product while in the airport waiting for the flight to keep their kids comfy and happy.
Promising review: "Traveling with a toddler is always a challenge but comfort is key and this little magic package makes the airport trip that much smoother. We can store small toys, pillow, and one throw blankets for our family of three. Great idea and great buy. We will be using this until it breaks." —TifferTheTrend
Get it from Amazon for $229 (available in five colors).
25. A small wheeled carry-on bag that qualifies as a personal item even on the strictest and most budget-friendly airlines. Now you can stop trying to squeeze everything into a backpack and hobbling under its weight through the entire airport just to avoid having to check your bag (and wonder if it'll *actually* make it to your final destination or not). With this, you can glide through the terminal with ease, and it'll even fit right underneath your seat so you can skip the stress of wondering if there'll be any overhead compartment space by the time you board.
It'll also make getting off the plan faster since you won't even have to pull your suitcase out of the overhead when you land!
Promising review: "This works out so well for me. I’m a flight attendant, and I’ve had an infinite amount of day trips over the summer. I got tired of carrying around my regular TravelPro spinner, so I finally ordered this. SOOOOO MUCH BETTER FOR ME. It’s light, has enough pockets, and can easily fit under a seat if needed.
The ONLY picky thing I can think of is how loud it sounds going across rough concrete. The wheels aren’t as silent as others, but that won’t stop me from buying another." —Kayla T
Get it from Amazon for $57.08+ (available in three colors).
26. A set of six Cadence containers with leakproof lids and labels so you can bring small amounts of all your essential beauty products instead of the *entire* container!
Cadence is an AAPI woman-owned small business that was founded by Steph Hon as a way to eliminate single-use travel-sized plastics. The containers are made from recycled ocean-bound plastic.
My co-worker Abby Kass has these and loves them! Here's what she has to say about them: "I recently got a set of four of these, and, wow, I love them so much. I used them on a six-day trip recently, and they were perfect. I customized the label so I knew which one was my shampoo vs. conditioner and did a general label for any other things I wanted to bring along. They do hold a surprising amount. According to the brand, they hold approximately one to two weeks of skincare products, more than two weeks' worth of serum, two to three days' worth of haircare, and more than 15 tablets (for medicine and such). And while two to three days worth of haircare might not seem like enough, I found it held more than that for me, but I also don't wash my hair every single day. They were small enough to slip right into my toiletries bag and go through TSA with no problem. The container was easy to open in the shower (even with wet hands), and I had no leakage from them (like I did from my face wash bottle that will not be making the trip with me next time. SMH). These are an incredibly useful tool anyone who travels will want in their luggage."
Get a set of six from Cadence for $76 (originally $84; available in eight colors).
27. Or a travel bottle kit that includes flat, space-saving, refillable pouches that are easy to fit in your luggage! It also comes with standard travel jars and pump bottles so you can pack your toiletries in the most convenient, efficient, and lightweight way.
The set includes one spray bottle, two pump bottles, two mini jars, three flat pouch bottles, one reusable travel pouch, one mini funnel, one mini spatula, and one mini pipette — and they're all TSA-approved!
Promising review: "Travel essentials. I used this kit on my last trip. The whole kit is perfect. No problems with TSA." —Pencils27
Get it from Amazon for $9.59.
28. An inflatable foot rest so you can kick back and put your feet up while on a long plane ride or even while waiting in the airport! It can be inflated to three heights, making it great for both kids and adults, *and* it comes with an eye mask, earplugs, dust cover, and drawstring bag.
Promising review: "This footrest pillow is essential for those who travel very long distances. It is not only uncomfortable but unhealthy to leave feet dangling down for many hours or days at a time while traveling. I purchased this pillow to situate between my airplane seat and the seat in front of mine. It is wonderful to be able to prop my feet up, with bent knees, while watching movies or sleeping. I regularly fly the same route that is about 30 hours (including layovers), and when I am unable to get a seat upfront, this footrest pillow keeps me more comfortable at the back of the plane." —Yvonne N
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in four colors and a pack of two).
29. A waterproof, lightweight Columbia travel jacket that collapses down super small so it takes up *barely* any space in your carry-on! Even if the weather's supposed to be dreamy wherever you're headed, you'll be glad you brought this in case of a sudden downpour or chilly temperatures in the evenings.
FYI, if you have Amazon Prime Wardrobe, you can give this a spin before you buy it!
Promising review: "The jacket is waterproof and very comfortable. I like the bill on the jacket hood that keeps water from dripping into my eyes. A surprise was discovering that there are 'secret' inside mesh pockets perfect for securing things you don't want to fall out of your pockets or get snatched." —Paula Renfro
Get it from Amazon for $48.72+ (available in women's sizes XS–3X and 20 colors).
30. A super popular (over 43,000 5-star ratings) and inexpensive pair of flexible ballet flats you can literally fold up and toss into your bag without taking up much room at all! They're super comfy (making them great to bring on trips), easy to slip on and off (a game changer at TSA), and come in a variety of cute colors and styles so you can find the perfect ones to match your aesthetic.
Prime members: You can try before you buy!
Promising review: "I normally cannot wear flats because they give me terrible blisters on the back of my feet. These didn't! Bought these in nude for a city vacation with a lot of walking, but where sandals aren't necessarily worn, and these were perfect! They obviously don't have the support of sneakers, but I am so happy to finally have a cheap pair of flats that don't give me blisters. I did break them in with thin socks on around my house before wearing them out and when possible, I wear them with little sock liners. Also — I was able to fold these in half and fit them in a semi-small purse to change into to dance at a wedding! Score!" —Kate
Get them from Amazon for $23.80+ (available in women's sizes 5–15, including wide sizes, and 22 styles).
31. A roll-top dry bag in case your bathing suit or other items are still wet when the time comes to pack up and head to the airport. Since you probably don't want everything else in your suitcase to wind up damp, stick the wet items in this compact bag made from waterproof and water tight nylon so they don't drip all over your laptop or dry clothes. Now you won't have to add another *separate* bag to your list of things to carry through the terminal.
Promising review: "I bought this bag for a summer trip, and it exceeded my expectations. I had this with me when I was poolside, in the pool, on a catamaran, during water-based excursions, and all items inside remained dry! This bag also works well for non water-based activities." —Deja C.
Get it from Dagne Dover for $15+ (available in three colors).
32. A super soft hoodie with a built-in eye mask to help you truly hide away from it all and snooze peacefully on your bus, train, or plane until you've reached your destination.
Plus, it has a hidden pocket inside the kangaroo pocket to safely hold your valuables (phone, keys, headphone case). Reviewers do say it has an oversized fit, so size down if you want a closer fit.
Pond Los Angeles is an Asian- and woman-owned small business that creates bags and clothing perfect for traveling.
Promising review: "I am so obsessed with this sweatshirt. It has made traveling, long car trips, and just wanting to be able to snuggle up and nap on the couch so much easier and nicer. I have convinced all of my friends that they absolutely need a sweatshirt like this for when they travel! I highly highly recommend it" —Alexandra M.
Get it from Pond Los Angeles for $102 (originally $128; available in women's sizes XS–XL; also available in oak and rose).
33. A leakproof, refillable collapsible water bottle you can roll right up so it's easy to store when it's empty! Now you won't have to spend money on disposable water bottles at the airport or on the go.
Promising review: "Well this is the coolest thing ever! I travel quite a bit, and I usually don't take a bottle with me because they are big and bulky, and I usually lose it! This collapsible water bottle is a perfect traveling accessory. It stays collapsed until after security, and then I fill it up for the trip. It's a good size and fits in my side compartment in my travel backpack, and the cap screws in securely so I don't have to worry about it opening accidentally and spilling all over the place. I follow the instructions on how to clean it, and it works just fine." —M. Lyons
Get it from Amazon for $31.95 (available in two colors).
34. And finally, some odor eliminators because no one wants to travel with a carry-on full of stinky, sweaty post-vacation clothes and shoes, especially if you packed light and have been wearing the same thing for a few too many days now.
Promising review: "Stinky shoes be gone! These guys are on the smaller size (1”x3” each) so I put two each in my size-10 women’s shoes when I pack them up for travel. I LOVE that they make the stinks go away. They don’t add any particular scent either. It’s just a neutral sucking up of the 'stop wearing those shoes' scent blues. I’ve used them in my favorite ballet flats and shiny sneakers. My dog approves." –Izzi
Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $13.98.
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