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1. Flushable toilet seat covers because public bathrooms simply cannot be trusted to be clean or free of germs. These biodegradable paper seat covers will help give you a little peace of mind.
2. An anti-nausea acupressure bracelet that may help prevent any day-ruining queasiness caused by road trips and boat rides.
Read more about acupressure and nausea at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
Promising reviews: "I recently came back from a three-day cruise and I feel amazing. No nausea and no seasickness all because of these. I wish I found out about them sooner." —Eve
"I have now bought this for the third time. I wear them 24 hours a day, seven days a week because I suffer from extreme vertigo and when I wear this, I experience no vertigo whatsoever. They say not to wear them all the time, but it works!" —C51
Get the pack of two from Amazon for $8.53.
3. A portable door lock if you're scared of a potential break in and need the added security to feel safe and comfortable in your hotel or Airbnb. This easily installs within seconds!
Promising review: I’m a flight attendant who basically lives in hotel rooms and I needed extra security. These seem to be the talk in the airline world so I ordered myself two. It took me a YouTube video to figure out how to install them, and yes, they're very easy and very secure. Safe sleeping is important and I’m glad I have these." —Elizabeth C. Breton
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in packs of two and four).
4. An 18-in-1 Wallet Ninja you'll wanna keep on hand if you always need to tighten your glasses or open up a bottle. It's also a screwdriver, phone stand, and can opener.
The card includes an eyeglass screwdriver, letter opener, nail puller, ruler, bottle opener, can opener, box opener, cellphone stand, hex-head nut and bolts, screwdrivers, and a fruit peeler. Reviewers said it is TSA approved, but some had to remove it from their bag and put it on the belt by itself just to be safe.
Promising review: "This is definitely helpful to have on hand! The Ninja is small and slim but punches above its weight class in terms of usefulness. The tools are all things you might find yourself searching through a drawer for and are useful in a pinch. You obviously aren't going to be able to construct a deck with anything on this credit-card-size device, but it fits comfortably in your wallet and will help you open a beer or tighten a screw. The coolest feature that I couldn't find on most other similar products was the credit card phone stand. It is great for planes and other travel applications (I haven't had trouble bringing this on a plane anywhere I have traveled, FYI)."—Mary
Get it from Amazon for $14.98.
5. Some noise-reduction earplugs to help prevent any in-flight discomfort. Don't let painful air pressure changes start your journey off on the wrong foot.
Promising review: "Never fly without these! Before I found these, I endured excruciating pain in my ears upon descent and landing. Felt like a hot poker being driven into each ear. My ears would also be plugged up, and it would often take two to three days for them to resume their normal state of being. I insert them about an hour before landing as the plane is making its slow descent. I'm comfortable and the most discomfort I experience is a slight adjustment of pressure feeling in my sinus. NO PAIN. NO TEARS." —K. Tombrella
Get three pairs from Amazon for $18.49 (also available in packs of five and 10).
6. A pack of 50 portable laundry soap sheets so you can hand-wash your clothes in the sink if ever you land somewhere that doesn't have a washing machine.
Promising review: "These little sheets are great for washing one or two garments in a sink. Worth the carry because they're better than hand soap or shower gel for washing clothes." —Judith B. White
Get a pack of 50 sheets from Amazon for $9.02.
7. And a portable pack of soap sheets because you can't trust gas station bathrooms to have, well, anything. These are also great for use when out hiking and camping.
Promising review: "I bring these with me whenever I travel. I recently got back from Namibia and Botswana. Can't even tell you how many times I found myself in a bathroom with no soap or in a location with no soap and sink after handling animals or about to eat a meal." —Hendo
Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $7.19.
8. A sleek 3-in-1 handheld fan that's also a portable charger and flashlight, so if you're caught in the dark and it's hot and your phone is on 1%, you'll be glad to have this gadget in your back pocket.
Promising review: "Excellent product!!! I love the two speed function and how much air blows on this device. I take it with me everywhere while I travel via air, church, Disney, and out to dinner, etc. I love the fact that I can charge my phone with this device and love the bright flashlight. Great price as well." —Satisfied Road Warrior - The sky is the limit
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in five colors).
9. Or a hands-free portable neck fan to keep you cool when the sun decides that it wants to be a part of your vacation too. So keep this on while you trek to your umpteenth cute little cafe for the day.
Promising review: "I had never seen these before but was introduced to them by my daughter-law. As we live in Florida, we go to Disney World often and the heat here is unbearable sometimes. I purchased these and used them at the park and was surprised how comfortable they were to wear and the wonderful breeze it put out. Also, saw these worn by several others and had people ask me how they were and where I got them.Plus, I think these are an exceptional value. LOVE them!" —Catherine
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in five colors).
10. A stroller rain cover with mesh ventilation holes so your little one can enjoy being comfy and dry despite the rain pouring down outside. It even sports a waterproof zipper so water doesn't seep through.
Promising review: "A must-have for vacations. This rain cover and mosquito net was perfect for our vacation! It fit over our stroller nicely and was great for the two-day trip we took to Cincinnati as some days we used the net and one day it rained when we went to the zoo so we used the cover! The baby didn't get overheated inside and was a happy camper since he could see through it. Very easy to use and worth every penny!"—Tlake33111
Get it from Amazon for $15.12+ (available in two styles).
11. An adjustable luggage strap for when your arms get tired of carrying your purse and your weekender bag. Just strap them to your suitcase so you can easily wheel around all of your belongings!
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 three colors and in packs of two).
12. A durable and super-accurate digital luggage scale because you bought a lot of new clothes on your journeys and you need to make sure your suitcase doesn't exceed your airline's weight maximum.
You can also switch between pound and kilogram measurements.
Promising reviews: "I cannot imagine how we would have managed a big international trip without this. It saved us so much stress and, I’m sure, surprise charges at the airport." —Potter Freak
"This scale works and was accurate on four flights. First flight was a test at 46 pounds, and Delta scales said it was 46 pounds. The next two flights were at 49 pounds, and both United and Delta found it to be 49 pounds. The bag on the fourth flight weighed 49, but the United scale found it to be 48 pounds. Four different airports and scales proved that this scale is a good, low-cost, must-have item for air travel." —Robert
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in four colors and also a two-pack).
13. A rechargeable hand warmer to keep your hands nice and cozy if you're worried that they won't survive the lower temperatures you're traveling to. And with three heating levels, it can be customized to your comfort!
Promising reviews: "My husband and I go to Colorado every winter and when I found these, they became a game changer. They are so helpful, especially on the mountain skiing, or when we went snowmobiling. I didn’t have any trouble with the battery lasting and I would just recharge at the end of each day! I’ll never suffer through the cold elements again without it!" —Amazon Customer
“This hand warmer is amazing! My hands are constantly cold and I've tried all sorts of products to help keep them warm but nothing has worked until now. I charge the hand warmer every night with a standard USB charger and the next day, I have hours of warmth.” —RK
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in 10 colors/patterns).
14. A portable white-noise machine that'll help you when you're missing the sounds of a bustling city while you vacation in the countryside. Designed for travel, this compact machine has three soothing sound settings that'll help usher you to sleep.
Promising review: "I was skeptical at first about how well this little noise machine would work in my hotel room (I am a frequent business traveler). However, skepticism gave way to satisfaction. This little sound machine blocked out hotel noises very well and helped me sleep through the night. For a little machine, it provides very good volume and different noise options. I highly recommend this product!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $25.35+ (available in two styles, with a travel case, and in multi-packs).
15. A portable cordless phone charger if your device is chronically under 10% when you're out and about. You don't want your phone creeping to 0% while you're using Google Maps to figure out exactly where you are.
Check out a TikTok of the portable charger in action.
Promising review: "The holy grail of portable chargers!!! I was traveling to Disney for vacation and knowing me, I would drain my battery with just taking pictures alone. I wanted a portable battery but didn’t want a carry a cord either, so I was excited when I found this little baby! It does exactly as described, has a pretty pink color, and I get one full charge of battery for my iPhone 11. Get it. You will not be disappointed!" —Meghan Doble
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (don't forget to clip the 15% off coupon; available in six colors).
16. A pack of reusable padded bottle bags because you want to bring home bottles of wine from that hole-in-the-wall shop you found abroad, but you're scared of them breaking and leaking all over the inside of your luggage. Since these bags have absorbent padding on the inside, you won't have to deal with red wine stains all over your clothes.
JetBag is a small biz!
Promising review: "I love these bags. I frequently travel overseas and always want to bring back olive oil, wine, or the like. These bags are perfect at protecting my finds, and I am comfortable that they will absorb the liquid if it does get broken. My husband actually put a bottle of cracked-open wine in the bag to test it, laid the bag on its side, and it absorbed the liquid!" —JHN
Get a set of three from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in four styles).
17. A water-resistant portable lock box for keeping your essentials secured while you're busy taking in the sights. Its heavy-duty flexible steel cable can securely lock around almost any fixed object.
Promising review: "This is a must-have for vacations. We took it to Atlantis in the Bahamas. It worked perfectly. Held our phones, room keys, etc. while we were out enjoying the beach or pool. Just looped it to beach chair or table. Highly recommended." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $44.95+ (available in five colors).
18. A universal travel adapter that'll allow you to charge your devices almost anywhere in the world. You promised you'd still be available to answer emails and you can only do that if your laptop's not dead.
This adapter covers over 150 countries. Keep in mind this is not a voltage converter!
Promising review: "Used this on a trip to Sweden and London. It worked great. Charged three things at a time with no problems. I love the compact design and not having to keep track of all the adapters." —tiffanyann7
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in seven styles).
19. A bug bite suction tool from Shark Tank if you're excited to roll your windows down but not about the fact that you'll be exposed to some nasty bloodsuckers on the road. It pretty much sucks the irritant out from under your skin so you can live an itch-free life.
Promising reviews: "I carried it with me throughout my travels as bugs love to eat me. Lifesaver. I rarely used my anti-itch cream and stuck to this." —Melly
"I am a magnet for bites of all kinds and carry topical and medicines with me at all times, so I figured this would be a good product to see if it really works. It arrived Monday and Tuesday morning I woke up with a bug bite on my arm, so I used this little tool (three times per the instructions) and immediately after use, it stopped itching! And less than 24 hours later the bite = gone! There is a very faint red mark from using the thing but that is a small price to pay IMO. Bottom line: it’s awesome. I’m carrying it with me everywhere!" —Rebecca
Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in three colors).
20. A pack of Dr. Frederick's Original blister bandages in case all that walking around a new city has caused a little pain. These protect and prevent blisters!
Each pack comes with bandages to fit your heel, toe, and foot.
Promising review: "So glad I thought ahead to buy these before going to Italy. I had new fashionable shoes and low-cut socks and we did 10 times more walking that I had anticipated. I tried the shoes on for an hour and got a blister. Wore these for 10 days in Europe and had zero issues, total comfort, left them on for multiple days through showers. I’ll never travel without these again." —Paul Hinman
Get the 12-count variety pack from Amazon for $13.99 (available in four types of packs).
21. A portable rain hood so you're never caught unprepared for a sun shower abroad. This hood is attached to a vest you can put on under any of your stylish coats.
Promising review: "LOVE this hood! I've been looking for something like this for a long time — what a great idea!! Most of my coats and jackets don't have a hood, and this is the best way to keep my hair dry when wearing them. My hair frizzes a lot if even one drop of rain hits it (or fog or wind) so this is definitely a must-have for my wardrobe and life. I really like the way it looks too — like wearing a hoodie under a jacket but it's not bulky or hot. I can throw it in my purse or pocket and it's there to keep my hair just the way I like it. Love it, love it, love it!!!" —Terry Thornburgh
Get it from Amazon for $29 (available in two sizes).
22. Alka-Seltzer hangover relief tablets because maybe you tend to drink more on vacation than you normally do. You don't want to have to deal with a hangover while you're on your feet all day, touring a new city.
Promising reviews: "Individual packets are great for travel." —Ibanez13
"Got drunk the night before. Didn't eat or drink any water or gatorade before going to bed. Woke up with a terrible hang over. Within 20 mins of taking these, I seriously felt amazing. I've never gone from feeling extremely terrible to feeling like nothing was wrong with me that quickly. You'll only regret not buying these AFTER a night of drinking." —Griff
Get three boxes with 20 tablets each from Amazon for $11.94.
23. A pack of Neutrogena makeup remover towelettes in case you couldn't bring your jug of micellar cleansing water with you but you need to take off your winged eyeliner for the night so you don't wake up looking like a raccoon.
Promising review: "I always have a few of these in my purse as well as using them for travel. It is perfect for removing makeup and making your face feel fresh. I love that it is great for sensitive skin and the individual packets make it perfect to always have some with you." —Bonnie Review
Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $6.79.
24. An Apple AirTag so you can be prepared in the event that you lose your luggage. You can set up the AirTag with your iPhone or iPad so that it can be found via the Find My app.
Promising review: "I bought a pair of these AirTags for a trip to France, and I’m so glad I did! First of all, the setup is super easy; I had zero problems and both were done in like five minutes. I put one in my purse and one in my suitcase. On the way back home, the airline lost my luggage. Checked the Find My app where the AirTag is tracked, and I could see that it never left the Charles de Gaulle airport. I felt more assurance being able to track my bag through the app as it made its way across the world back to me. 10/10 would recommend!" —Lindsay Kirby
Get it from Amazon for $29.
25. A compact urination device for people with vaginas because having to take your pants almost completely off and then squatting within centimeters of bugs on the ground is just...not it. This silicone device is easy to use and clean, and allows you to "go" while standing.
Promising review: “I really love this urination device! Not only does it give me convenience when out hiking and camping, but it makes 'going' more comfortable! No squatting, which is great because I have a bad back and squatting is hard for me to do without pain. This is a new 'must-have' road trip item!” —Jacqueline Desiree Punzo
Get it from Amazon for $9.49+ (available in three colors).
26. A keychain car escape tool so you're prepared for the worst case scenario. This little device has a seatbelt cutter and a car window breaker.
Promising review: "Thankfully I haven't needed to use this item...BUT if I ever do, I have it in my car in the pocket of the driver side door. I live in Florida where we are surrounded by water and there are lakes, canals, drainage ditches, flood control ditches, and many bridges. There are constantly stories on the news about vehicles losing control and heading into the waters. One of the last news stories showed using this little tool. I immediately purchased several of them and gave them out to family and all of my neighbors." —Shesinstpete33710
Get it from Amazon for $10.95.
27. A travel shawl with UPF 50+ protection that'll block 98% of the sun's rays when traveling through hotter climes AND keep you warm as you check out the city's nightlife on a chilly evening. It's also pretty multi-talented since it can be used as a scarf, a poncho, or a blanket!
Promising review: "I love my new everywhere scarf/shawl. I purchased the silver for travel and am now wearing it almost daily. It is sooooo soft and versatile. Looks great with jeans and a sweater as a scarf. Looks really nice as a shawl with a dress or slacks and blouse. You will love how you feel wrapped up in it on an airplane or in the car on a trip. Don’t pass up owning this great accessory, enjoy it!" —George K.
Get it from Amazon for $46+ (available in eight colors).
28. A splash-free silicone dog travel bowl for the car when Fido can't wait until you get to your next rest stop for a water break. It's angled to make sure it stays put on the seat.
Promising review: "I love this thing. I was definitely skeptical but it is sort of miraculous how the water stays in the bowl. (It is even a little tricky to dump the water on purpose because of the design.) I needed a bowl so my pup could have water at all times during a cross country road trip. It doesn't slide around and didn't spill. He has even stepped on it and it barely splashed. Perfect. Totally recommend." —Siena
Get it from Amazon for $13.95.
29. A pair of period-proof underwear because the last thing you need is a ~flow breach~ ruining your new white sundress while you sleep on a 14-hour flight. These are also great for wearing overnight or duing physical activities since they're leakproof, breathable, and can hold up to two tampons' worth of liquid!
Heads up — reviewers love these undies, but suggest sizing up!
Promising reviews: "I use it all the time, especially when traveling and overnight. It prevents leakage." —ruth
"I deal with PCOS and endometriosis, which make my periods HEAVY for the first three to four days. I ordered two pairs of these underwear. They absorbed better than a pad, were comfortable, and the top layer stayed dry. Amazing. I had been thinking about buying the really expensive version of these underwear, but the price was ridiculous. These underwear do exactly what I need them to do for half the price. They are easy to hand wash and hang dry. I plan on ordering more. The stitching and waistband are solid and they don't bunch, don't ride up, and don't roll. They provide front and back coverage. They're literally perfect. If you're on the fence about these, I urge you to give them a try. They'll save you money (no pads or tampons needed, and you won't stain your regular underwear and have to replace them)." —drsmaw
Get it from Amazon for $15.90+ (available in women's sizes 4–13, five colors, and in three-packs).
30. An anti-theft travel pouch you attach to your bra to keep your belongings extra safe. It can fit up to six credit cards, money, and keys.
Promising review: "This was a LIFESAVER while traveling. I kept my cards and cash in it and had no stress about thieves lifting my essentials while traveling heavily pickpocketed cities. I loved it so much, I actually continued to use it when I got home instead of carrying a purse! The top flap did start to unravel after about six months — but this was also after six months of everyday use." —Krista Hinz
Get it from Amazon for $18.95 (available in two colors).
31. An ergonomic memory foam seat cushion that'll turn any plane or car seat into a comfy butt palace, and help relieve lower back and tushy pain.
Promising reviews: "I bought this for my partner with severe hip and sciatic pain. Enables travel in our SUV for several hours nonstop. Best product on the market. Trust this review, we've tried several. Best product yet." —Kindle Customer
"It lessens lower back pain in a matter of moments, and it helps you sit up straighter. I love everything about it." —John Clement
Get it from Amazon for $49.95 (available in three colors).
32. A pack of mini hand sanitizers if you feel the need to wash your hands after touching literally anything at the airport or amusement park. These scented sanitizer mists will become your new favorite thing.
Each one is good for up to 500 mists!
Promising review: "The scents are wonderful! They are subtle enough that they don’t trigger my asthma. They don’t dry out my hands, or leave my fingers feeling sticky like the gel hand sanitizers. I keep one in my purse, travel case, work desk, and home office. I recommend these to everyone I meet." —CrC
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $49.99 (available in two styles).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.