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1. A compact contact lens case designed to make your eyecare routine travel-friendly and still effective. The kit comes with a contact lens case, a mini solution bottle, tweezers, a contact remover tool, and a mirror. Now you don't have to lug half of your medicine cabinet with you on your next getaway.
This kit includes: a mirror, contact lens case, a mini solution bottle for your contact solution, a contact tweezer tool for pulling out your contacts from the lens case, and a contact remover tool used to remove and put on your contacts.
Promising review: "Great product! Love it. Been using every day for the past month and it’s worked perfectly. Good quality. It’s beautiful." —Adriana Rodriguez
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two styles).
2. A set of packing cubes you'll want if you're still convinced the best way to fit most of your wardrobe is by rolling everything and sitting on your suitcase to zip it shut. Each set comes with six bags for items like tops, bottoms, undergarments, shoes, and toiletries. They're made with transparent mesh to help you see your belongings without unzipping anything or tearing through your luggage.
The set includes three different size packing cubes, one bra and underwear bag, one shoe bag, and one bag for your toiletries.
Promising review: "When I first became aware of packing cubes, I thought they seemed completely unnecessary and a waste of precious suitcase real estate. Then a friend gave me these as a gift to celebrate my impending trip to Iceland. I'm now a devout convert! These little devils saved me so much time and aggravation I still can't believe it. When I got to my hotel room, it took me exactly six minutes to unpack and put stuff away. Getting dressed in the morning was faster because used items were in cubes separate from fresh. Packing to return home was faster because, well, I was already basically packed. I just popped the cubes back in the suitcase and voila." —Robin Osbourne
Get the six-piece set from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in seven colors and two sizes).
3. A mini lightweight flat iron that'll evenly distribute heat just like a full-sized one. It's small enough to effortlessly fit into your suitcase, too.
And you'll get a lil' heat-resistant pouch to carry it wherever you go!
Promising review: "I got this nice little and compact hair straightener for my trip to the beach. It is small and lightweight. Perfect for a trip. It heats up really fast, with in seconds it is very hot. It comes with a pouch to tuck it away in. You do need to move slowly through your hair because the heated part is small but it does a good job. I made a little video to show how nice it is. Also I like the comfort of the design to hold it. Fits nicely in my hand. Not heavy like the bigger bulkier ones are. I took my time and shopped around for a travel one. I think this will be good to use every day. It doesn’t take up much space either." —Connie Cunningham
Get it from Amazon for $14.97.
4. A set of shoe organizer bags so you can ditch the recycled grocery bags to keep your shoes away from your clean clothes. For your convenience, there are windows to identify your sneakers, heels, or flats. Try bringing these on your next trip for a better packing experience — you'll thank me later.
Promising review: "These are perfect for packing shoes when traveling. They are reasonably priced. Exactly what I was looking for." —PB from Pennsylvania
Get a set of five from Amazon for $8.88+ (available in medium or large and in five colors).
5. A digital luggage scale that you absolutely need if you dread weighing your bag because it always looks like it might not fit in the overhead compartment. It can weigh luggage up to 110 pounds. This is perfect for anyone who's never thought of using anything else other than the airport scale — or anyone who has just been "eyeballing it" this whole time. Your life is about to be changed!
Check out this TikTok from BuzzFeed shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly, to see this palm-sized luggage scale in action!
Promising review: "This luggage scale is so handy and is great for weighing your luggage. I was a little concerned before I got it because I wasn't sure how accurate it would be. When I used it when I went on vacation, it was dead on to what the airport said, so I highly recommend this. Plus, it’s easy to pack in your bags." —Teresa Daniels
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in packs of one or two and six colors).
6. A buckled luggage strap you can hook onto your suitcase to carry your purse, laptop bag, and more. Take your time making it to your boarding gate without worrying about leaving anything behind.
Promising review: "I love this little gadget. I used it to attach my jacket and computer bag to my luggage on an extended business trip. It made my airport walks so much easier. Now that I'm back home, I've been using it daily to attach my jacket or cardigan to my work bag or purse." —Michele
Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in two colors).
7. Or a chic and secure travel belt to attach any handbags to the luggage's handles. Never misplace your purse again because it'll be right where you left it — sitting safely on your suitcase.
Cincha is run by a BIPOC couple based in Oakland, California, who believe traveling in style should also be secure. They've been making the chic travel belt since 2019.
Promising review: "Such a simple yet brilliant solution for the ever falling bag when trying to juggle all your luggage. It definitely made traveling less stressful." —Samantha
Get it from Cincha for $35.99+ (originally $40, available in 17 colors).
8. A memory foam Ostrich pillow neck cushion that'll keep you from relying on your trusty, but useless donut pillow (that you never even considered replacing, even though you've been getting a crick in your neck). This upgraded version offers 360º natural ergonomic neck support to keep your head upright so you can snooze in comfort.
Promising review: "I bought it for a trip that had two long haul flights as well as various shorter flights. It is almost impossible for me to sleep on a plane, unless I get the full row to lay down. This thing helped me fall asleep almost immediately without waking up every time my head bobbed. I also used it as a nap pillow: your face can fit the hole perfectly as well as the back or side of your head, so it really works well for that too. I highly recommend this pillow!" —MSC7
Get it from Amazon for $60 (available in three colors).
9. A convenient six-port USB charger to allow you to plug in several devices at once, and minimize the amount of charging blocks you would throw into your suitcase. Plus, who wants to have to keep up with six different chargers? I'm almost positive you'd end up losing one or two before the trip is over.
Promising review: "This USB charger has been awesome for travel since it allows me to skip packing a separate USB brick for each of my devices. It is smart enough to determine whether the device has the capability to quickly charge via higher amperage output and automatically delivers the appropriate output to each device. The LED that indicates that the unit is receiving power is a nice touch, especially when many hotels I stay at seem to have dead power outlets. I use it with an iPad, iPhone, portable Bluetooth speaker, and a portable recharging pack. It handles those devices well and charges them quickly." —Sam Ellis
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in black and white).
10. A designated dirty laundry bag so you can keep your clean clothes separated from anything you've already worn, and desperately need to wash.
Promising review: "I love this bag for travel. It's the perfect size. Unlike so many travel laundry bags, this one is the perfect size for clothes and undies. So many are too small like a lingerie bag or too big like a bag to take to the laundromat. This is cute and folds up into itself." —N. Newman
Get it from Amazon for $8.19+ (available in 11 colors).
11. A travel toothbrush that folds and keeps the bristles clean. The last thing you want is to taste anything other than toothpaste when you go to brush your teeth.
Promising review: "These are great! I travel around a lot for work, and also have Invisalign, so I like to keep one in my work bag as well as my travel bag. The best part is the convenience. I used to carry a tooth brush in a case that took up a lot of room in my work bag as well as my travel bag. Now I just use these. They are small, durable, easy to use, and the brush is full covered when it is fully closed, which is what I was a little worried about at first. It was exactly what I was looking for in a travel toothbrush. I highly recommend, and I will be purchasing again." —Demetri
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two styles).
12. Vacuum seal bags for anyone who ends up packing their whole wardrobe because they truly believe they'll be making several outfit changes in one day. This space-saving option is excellent for anyone who sleeps on their own pillows and bedding while at the hotel. Each purchase comes with a hand pump so you can remove the air from the bags.
Promising review: "I've used these bags before and they are so helpful. I even use 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." —Susie Kochsmeier
Get a 3-pack from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in five sizes and three pack quantities).
13. An easily portable and packable handheld steamer to save you some time when you'd rather not spend your time ironing while on vacation. Just give it a few passes and you'll be ready for the day!
Promising review: "Bought this to de-wrinkle some linen tablecloths and lace table runners for my son's wedding reception. It worked very well. Linen tablecloths were a great test for it since they are a fairly hard type of cloth to get wrinkles out of. It only took a few minutes to heat up completely and I used it for a couple of hours nonstop. Overall, I am very happy with this purchase — especially since it was less than $35! You can't go wrong with this handy little steamer. If I had to complain about anything, it would be the size of the water tank. I wish it were slightly bigger, but since it heats up so quickly, there really isn't anything to complain about." —WeekendWarrior2017
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
14. A leather organizer because you have spent too much time trying to unravel tangled cords. Just take the time to place each one in its own slot, and you'll have more time to actually enjoy every minute of your vacay.
Mister Crafter is a small business based in the U.S. that specializes in custom-made leather products.
Promising review: "A perfect companion taking cords and a 65w charger between the office and home office. Bought one for my son-in-law who travels for work. He loves it as well." —Phillip M.
Get it from Mister Crafter on Etsy for $39.80+ (available in four sizes and three personalization options).
15. A handy sunglasses organizer case that'll keep your sunglasses free from scratches, smears, and breaking while you're on vacation. It can be hung up on a wall or it can easily be rolled up for safe transport. Now you won't need to store your sunnies in individual cases.
Promising review: "I had been looking at this organizer for a long time before recently purchasing for an upcoming trip to the Bahamas. I have a lot of sunglasses and like being able to have multiple pairs with me on trips, but hate having a bunch of individual cases to deal with. This organizer case is perfect! It exceeded my expectations, which is actually really hard to do. It’s packaged beautifully and is very high quality. It looks to be durable, as well. It’s a very cute case and I love that it holds my glasses snugly so I don’t have to worry about them getting damaged in my suitcase during transport. I highly recommend this organizer case and wish I would’ve bought it four trips ago!!" —Ashley Smith
Get it from Amazon for $29.49+ (available in four colors and two sizes).
16. A magnetic hat clip so you can secure any hat to your beach bag, backpack, or purse. Use the magnet to hold your hat, and use the clasp to clip it to your bag. The next time you're trying to enjoy the beach on a windy day, you won't have to worry about your sunhat flying away.
Promising review: "I cannot give enough praise to this hat clip. I purchased it for a recent cruise. It attaches easily to a handbag or a beach bag. It worked great when I wanted to take a break from wearing the sun hat. It has a great grip and did not damage my hat brim. It's made from high quality materials and several ladies asked me where I bought it. Highly recommend this product." —Deborah D.
Get it from Amazon for $15 (available in two colors).
17. A suitcase protector because you're tired of getting mysterious black scratches on your super cute suitcase. It comes in several sizes to fit many types of luggage, and repels stains, water, and dust. You'll finally have some type of defense against the potential damages that may happen to your checked bags.
Promising review: "I am an Away suitcase fanatic and my favorite color is pink but that makes it hard to keep any checked luggage clean. Found this cover and was skeptical, especially bc I couldn’t figure out sizing so I ordered a few. The away suitcase pictured is the large away and the 28” cover fit it like a glove! So happy to have found this!" —Amanda S.
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in four sizes).
18. An AirTag passport holder if you always seem to leave something behind when you travel. Safely store your passport, vaccine card, ID, credit cards, and more all in one colorful booklet that is sure to catch your eye. If you do end up misplacing it, the AirTag will come in handy when you need to quickly locate it!
19. A pack of four Apple AirTags that you can put on your luggage (or really any of your belongings) to keep track of them. The simple one-tap setup instantly connects AirTag with your iPhone or iPad. It also comes with a built-in speaker to help you find your lost items.
You can also get a single AirTag for only $29.
Promising review: "While on a delayed flight from Newark to Dublin I could see one of my bags was not on the plane. This was great information because when we arrived in Dublin I was able to be the first one in line to file a missing bag claim." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $89.99.
20. A travel blanket and pillow set to keep you comfortable during those long roadtrips, or even longer layovers in freezing airports. Just unzip the pillow and pull out the blanket if you're cold. Then fold it back into the sleeve to make a pillow. It also clips onto your carry-on for your convenience.
EverSnug is a small business that sells travel sleeping care kits.
Promising review: "This product in my opinion it is worth it if you are traveling anywhere in the world. I just traveled to five different countries with it and I traveled by airplane by bus by train, and in every single one of my travels. This was a godsend. It is so good so fluffy and it’s good quality because it has been through a lot and it’s still in very good shape so I highly recommend it if you’re looking for a blanket which can potentially turn into a pillow now a lot of people were talking about it not being able to be a pillow if you made it into a blanket but if you have a jacket with you or anything else with your scarf, anything you can put it inside the pillow case and voilà, you have a pillow and a blanket at the same time, so I highly recommend it if you’re traveling, it is a beautiful blanket and you will not be disappointed." —Kenlbel
Get it from Amazon for $29.95+ (available in six colors).
21. A pack of 12 travel hangers if you packed a few blouses or dresses that need the help of gravity and a little steam to keep them looking good again. They're easy to use and don't take up much space in your luggage. Now you don't have to find space on hooks or shower rods to dry your wet clothes anymore!
Promising review: "They are so light weight and yet so durable I can’t say enough good things about them. I love the fact that they come in their own bag so that I wouldn’t have multiple hangers flying around my suitcase. I love that now I don’t have to worry about how many hangers the hotel has. This solves that problem instantly. Another big bonus is that if you decide to do laundry you can now hang up your clothes to dry. The hangers are very light and they add relatively nothing to the overall weight of my suitcase. It is the perfect solution for my travel needs." —P. Thomassen
Get them from Amazon for $13.99.
22. A portable door lock because you need to feel safe in your home away from home! It only takes a few seconds to install (without tools), and is easy to remove when you're ready to explore the city. Making the most out of any trip is important, but ensuring your safety is the highest priority.
Promising review: "I took my first solo trip & ordered this for extra security. Was super easy to install & didn't require to leave my hotel door ajar for an extended amount of time for installation. My hotel door didn't even move when I tested out the lock. 10/10 recommend for a peace of mind." —Haley Gribble
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three pack sizes).
23. A pack of 100 compressed toilet paper tablets for those times when you could really use a wet wipe, but without the harsh chemicals and irritating scents. All you need is one little tablet and a few drops of water to get a handy-dandy full-sized moist cloth. And reviewers say that they're pretty durable.
Portawipes is a small company based in Wyoming that sells compressed toilet paper tablets.
Promising reviews: "I am impressed with the quality of these wipes. They are durable and cheap! They are a must for everyday carry (EDC), first aid, and bug out bags. There are a couple things to keep in mind. You will need a sharp knife to open the hard plastic packaging. Water is required to make the towel expand. Thus, you cannot use the wipe to dry a wet surface, unless you let it dry first." —Justin B.
"I originally bought these for a backpacking trip into the Wyoming Wilderness. A weight saving move as regular wipes are heavy. Everyone loved these. They weigh nothing and use almost no room in my pack. Easy to use. Add a few drops of water and they expand. Very soft but did not tear. Gave some to my wife for her trip to Spain. She liked them also. Easy to put a tube in her purse, saved a lot of room in her luggage." —KAL In GilbertAZ
Get a 100-pack from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in packs of 50 and 500).
24. A collapsible water bottle that can hold up to 1 liter of water and is compact enough to fit in your pockets. It's compatible with most 28mm threaded water filters, has a flip top cap to keep the nozzle clean, and is freezer- and dishwasher-safe. Now you can stop carrying around Hydro Flasks when you go hiking — they're only weighing you down.
Promising review: "Perfect size for traveling on airplanes, its compact, lightweight and easy to stow away in a carry-on bag. holds perfect amount of water, and the flip top keeps it neat and dry with no drips or leaking." —Bicyclebradley
Get it from Amazon for $16.66+ (available in seven colors and two sizes).
25. A portable misting fan with the ability to fold 180° and balance on flat surfaces. It's rechargeable, has three speeds, can continuously spray for about 40 minutes (after fully filling with water), and has a clip to keep it in place if you want to give your hand a break. If you plan on being outside all day while on your trip, then you def need one of these to keep you from over heating.
Promising review: "I took this fan with me on my two weeklong vacation to Italy in the middle of August, and it literally saved my vacation. We had to stand in long lines outside in the heat and inside cathedrals with no air conditioning or cooling. We took tours riding on buses and trains, you name, and the battery life lasted most of the day. It was easy to charge with my little rechargeable battery pack in my backpack. It’s not heavy at all, and I love the way it tilts so that I can put it on the table in front of me on the train or at a cafe. It didn’t tip over easily like my friends’ fan did (not this one). I just love it!" —Tracy L. W.
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in three colors).
26. A bottle of poo-pourri spray because if one thing is certain on a family vacation, it's that someone will eat something they shouldn't have. All you need to do is spritz the toilet bowl before you go #2 and the room won't have to smell like your insides. This is an absolute must-have, especially if the room is cramped.
Promising review: "Went on a cruise with three other people for seven days and this made life sooo much more fun and relaxing to not have a bad smell ever day. Highly recommend even just for the house you need this!" —Sagirah M. P.
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in seven sizes).
27. A pack of two disposable bed sheets if the "Beware of Hotel Bedbugs" TikToks have reached your feed and left you paranoid. It comes with two bed sheets, two quilt covers, and four pillow cases. You should still sanitize your sleeping area, but at least you'll feel safer knowing that you're not in direct contact with the hotel bedding.
Promising review: "I took these on a recent trip. Stayed at a hotel. Wasn’t sure how they would be. They were GREAT. The drape is puddling smooth. Really comfortable and warm. No crinkling “noise” at all. Planning to order more to keep on hand. Love that pillow case covers are included. Then disposable makes them absolutely perfect. I feel so much better sleeping on sheets I know are clean and impermeable than questionable ones." —Cary K.
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two styles and four sizes).
28. A pack of three mini Lysol sprays you should always have on hand when traveling. Protect yourself and your family from 99.9% of mold, mildew, viruses, and bacteria. After all, no one wants to get sick on vacation — especially when it could have been avoided.
Promising review: "I jumped at the opportunity to purchase these because they come in handy going out to eat, to put in diaper bags, gym bags, totes on road trips, carry on bags for airplanes, and extras in your checked luggage. I found it really helpful to whip out 2 cans to spray hotel room sheets and bathrooms. The only complaint I had was that 2 of my bottles leaked as I was attempting to spray them. In the attempt to spray the sheets before exploring the rest of the room, they leaked everywhere before getting to disinfect other common touched places in the room. They are a bargain and I placed 1 can in each of my pieces of luggage to help me keep germs down." —TJ
Get them from Amazon for $10.82+ (available in eight sizes).
29. A luggage cup holder to keep your hands free while you wait for your flight. It can hold two drinks, your phone, travel documents, a reading tablet or other frequently used items, all in one place. These days, flight cancelations and delays seem to be normal, so you'll want this accessory attached to your suitcase.
Perilogics is a small business based in New York that sells creative, functional and practical everyday products.
Promising review: "I purchased the drink holder for my suitcase. This was something that I didn't realize I needed. It held my coffee without leaning over. The quality is good for the cost." —sustaitajennifer1
Get it from Perilogics on Etsy for $14.97 (available in two colors).
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