40 Must Have Travel Essentials

It doesn’t matter if you are a world traveler, the occasional adventurer or a person who just gets away on a weekend when you can, I’ve got some travel essentials that everyone needs.

From large to small to cheap and more expensive, these travel essentials will make life and travel just easier and more comfortable.

Below are travel essentials that can help you on your next adventure. 

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  1. Air Tags

Airlines are known to lose luggage but with these Air Tags from Apple, you can know where your bags are located at all times. With the ability to see where the air tag is right from your phone, say goodbye to the stress of wondering where your luggage is if it doesn’t come off the carousel.

  1. Hatalkin Air Tags Case Holders

You have bought the Air Tags. Now you need a way to keep them safe. The Air Tag key chain case is to protect your air tags. The cases are made of silicone and are waterproof. 

  1. Anker PowerCore Portable Charger

Have you ever needed your phone charged while you were on the go? The Anker PowerCore Portable Charger can give your phone a full charge no matter where you are at while you are traveling and it is small enough to keep in a pocket or purse. 

  1. Newvanga Universal All in One Power Adapter

This Universal Power Adapter accepts plugs from 150 countries around the world. You can be assured that you will be able to charge or use any electrical devices you have while on your travels.

  1. Etekcity Portable Luggage Scale

Airlines are more than willing to charge you if your bag is over their weight limit. This portable luggage scale can give you peace of mind knowing that your luggage is not over the weight limit before you go to the airport. 

  1. Vapur Solid Flexible Water Bottle

Do you want to take a water bottle with you but you are worried about space in your bags? The Vapor Flexible Water Bottle is able to be folded up to save room in whatever bag you put it in. The bottle holds 23 oz. and weighs only 1.3 ounces when empty which is perfect for travel. 

  1. Veken Packing Cubes

Not having enough room in your luggage can be a concern. The Veken Packing Cubes can help you stay organized and allows you to pack more in your luggage. They are lightweight, waterproof fabric and durable. They also come in 9 different colors.

  1. Cozy Essential Vacuum Bags

Need more space in your checked bag or carry on? Would you like to eliminate your checked bag altogether? The Cozy Essential Vacuum Bags can help you pack more for the trip without taking up more space. There are 20 bags in all. The bags work with a standard sweeper and it also comes with an easy to use pump that can easily be packed when you are on the road. 

  1. Packism Clear Toiletry Bags

Searching for items in a toiletry bag can be a real pain. This TSA approved toiletry bag can take that pain away. It can be put in a purse or luggage. You can purchase sets of 2 to 5 bags in multiple color choices. 

  1. Travelambo Women’s RFID Wallet

Have peace of mind while you are traveling with an RFID wallet. This bifold wallet will protect you from thieves trying to steal your credit card or identification information. There are 32 colors to choose from.

  1. Timberland’s Men’s RFID Travel Wallet

You don’t want a bulky wallet to store credit cards, identification and more. This slim 100% leather RFID travel wallet has a slim design and will protect you from anyone trying to steal your credit card or identification information while you are traveling. 

  1. CoolLife 3 Piece Luggage Set

Having a dependable set of luggage is a must when flying or traveling on the road. This CoolLife Luggage Set has a hard outer shell to keep all of your items safe. The luggage comes with smooth 360 degree wheels. Each piece has a sturdy retractable handle and a 3 digit TSA approved lock.

  1. Mack’s Ultra Soft Ear Plugs

You want to be well rested when you are traveling. It does not matter if you are trying to sleep on a plane or in a room with someone who snores loudly. These Mack Ultra Soft Ear Plugs will allow you to get a quick nap or a good night’s sleep. 

  1. Napfun Travel Neck Pillow

Sleeping on a plane can be hard to do for some people. This Napfun neck pillow is made from soft durable memory foam that helps support your neck. It will help you sleep better wherever you are traveling. 

  1.  Bagsmart Jewelry Organizer

Keeping your jewelry organized at home can be hard enough but is even harder on the road. This Bagsmart Jewelry Organizer can keep your earrings, necklaces and rings safe and organized. 

  1. Mspan Toothbrush Cover

One of the last things that you want to happen when you are traveling is having issues because of cross contamination from toothbrushes. The Mspan Toothbrush covers will fit almost any type of toothbrush and will protect you in the process.

  1. Ovener Luggage Tags

This pack of 5 durable silicone luggage tags allow you to easily identify your bags. The tags come with steel loops so the tags will not come off your bags. 

  1.  Yamiu Travel Shoe Bags

The last thing you want to do is pack shoes that can bring unnecessary dirt into whatever bag you are packing them in. These travel shoe bags will keep everything clean and they have a waterproof function. 

  1.  Alaska Bear Organic Mulberry Silk Sleep Mask                

If you have trouble getting to sleep with lights being on, the Alaska Bear Sleeping Mask will turn off the lights for you. This gender neutral sleeping mask is made of silk which helps you to keep cool and is soft on the skin. It can help you to fall asleep no matter what the setting is. 

  1. Riemot Luggage Travel Cup Holder

Having free hands can be difficult when you are traveling. You have a drink in one hand and are pulling a bag with the other. It can even be more difficult if you have kids. This luggage travel cup holder holds two cups which can help you free your hand for more important things. 

  1. OlimpiaFit Microfibre Quick Dry Towel

No matter if you are camping, flying or backpacking, having a microfibre towel can come in handy. The Olimpia microfibre towels are quick to absorb liquids and fast to dry. Plus, you get a set of 3 towels with various sizes to meet all of your needs. 

  1. CamelBak Eddy+ Water Bottle with Straw

No matter if you are hiking, riding in a car, or at the airport a water bottle is a must. This CamelBak Eddy+ Water Bottle is spill proof and has an easy to use straw to drink. The bottle comes in different sizes and colors.

  1.  Under Armor Men’s Atlantic Dune T Flip Flops or Aerothotic Comfort Flip Flops for Women

A nice pair of flip flops can come in handy going to the beach, taking a shower at a campground or walking around town. Both of these flip flops are comfortable and easy to slip on and off. 

  1.  Lay-n-Go Cosmo Drawstring Cosmetic and Makeup Bag

The Lay-n-Go Cosmetic and Makeup Bag allows you to keep all of your makeup organized and safe. This bag lays flat and has a lip to keep items from rolling off the counter. The bag is made from polyester which is easy to clean. The bag comes in different sizes and styles.

  1.  Homset 2 Pack XL Travel Laundry Bag

What do you do with the dirty laundry that you have when you are traveling? These Homset Laundry Bags are a great way to store your dirty laundry. They are large enough to hold 3 to 4 loads of clothes. The bags come with a drawstring top with a cord lock to keep dirty laundry from spilling out.  

  1.  Ergonauts Travel Umbrella

Umbrellas can be impractical when you travel because of their size but that is not the case with the Ergonauts Travel Umbrella. The umbrella is only 12.5 inches long and weighs less than a pound. It is easy to store in a purse, carry on, or luggage. 

  1.  Aselin Travel Carry On Backpack

The Aselin Travel Carry on Backpack is well suited for the weekend getaway or for an extended vacation. This backpack is made from water resistant polyester. The backpack has a large capacity main bag, a large capacity secondary bag and a front zipper compartment. The backpack is also flight sized approved. 

28. Travel Cable Organizer Pouch

Have you ever wondered where you left a certain cable for your phone or tablet while you are traveling? With the FYY Travel Organizer Bag, you can take all the guesswork out of where you left your cables. You can easily organize them. The organizer is also waterproof and it comes with a convenient handle. 

  1. Travel Planner

Planning a trip and staying organized while on the trip can be hard to do. This travel planner will help you plan out your trip and keep you organized while you are traveling. The planner is soft covered and is 6 x 9. It includes trip planning pages, packing lists, accommodation pages, flight information pages and rental car pages just to name a few. 

  1. Einskey Unisex Bucket Hat

If you are hiking, fishing, boating, kayaking, or camping a bucket hat is a necessity. The Einskey Bucket Hat has mesh panels that allow moisture to escape to keep you cool. The hat is easily foldable so it does not take up much space in your luggage.

  1. Pteromy Hooded Travel Poncho

This hooded travel poncho is a great alternative to an umbrella. The poncho is made from lightweight rain resistant polyester. It is easily foldable and comes with a pouch to keep it in. This makes it easy and convenient to pack. 

  1. Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Canceling Overhead Headphones

The Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones have excellent sound and noise canceling capabilities. The headphones are comfortable and are ideal when you are on the road. 

  1. Seagate Portable Hard Drive

One thing you don’t want to happen is to lose all of the great pics and videos you are taking while on your vacation. The Seagate Portable Hard Drive makes it easy to have a copy of all of your pics and videos while still being on your travels. The hard drive is small and light which makes it easy to pack. 

  1. Beats Fit Pro Wireless Earbuds

These Beats Fit Pro Wireless Earbuds are great when you are on the go. They are water and sweat resistant so no matter what you are doing on your travels they will perform. They are comfortable and the charge will last for 6 hours.

  1. Onelinkmore 5 Jack Headphone Splitter

This headphone splitter allows up to 5 people to hear the sound from movies, music or video games. The splitter can be used on a variety of devices and will keep everyone happy. 

  1. Akasko Brave 7 LE Action Camera

Do you want to capture all of the adventures that you are on while on vacation? No matter if you are hiking, biking, zip lining, surfing, swimming etc. the Akasko Brave 7 can capture them all with a crystal clear picture. 

  1. Kindle Paperwhite 8GB

The Kindle Paperwhite 8GB can keep you from having to haul books on your next vacation. You can store 1000s of books on it. It has a 6.8 inch display with a slim design. The Kindle adjusts to the light so no matter if you are reading in the sun or if it is dark it will be easy on the eyes.

  1.  Walnew Universal Waterproof eReader Protective Case

The last thing you want to happen is for your eReader to be damaged or destroyed because of spills, dirt, dust, or splashes. The Walnew Protective Case creates a protective seal around your eReader and it is completely transparent and you can operate the Ereader right through the case. 

  1.  Twelve South AirFly Pro Wireless Transmitter

Trying to enjoy music, movies, or TV while having wires all around is not the most fun thing. With the AirFly Pro Wireless Transmitter, you can go totally wireless while gaming, watching movies on the plane or streaming music in the car. You can link two sets of headphones with a reach of up to 33 feet.

  1.  Beshon 6 Outlet Power Strip

Most people today have a number of devices to charge. So, if you stay somewhere with a number of people and there are not enough outlets to use it can be a challenge to keep everyone’s devices charged. The Beshon power strip comes with 6 AC outlets and 3 USB ports so that everyone will be happy. 

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