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I\u2019m by no means a travel expert, but I do excel in one area: finding useful travel products. As a shopping editor for the past 10 years, I\u2019ve tried lots of things on different trips, from weekends back home to visit family to beach vacations in Hawaii and even visiting new countries in Europe. And one thing I know for certain is that what you pack can really make or break your trip. That\u2019s why I\u2019m sharing my list of products I don\u2019t take a vacation without.<\/p>

From a folding tote bag<\/a> that can hold all my souvenirs to adjustable earplugs<\/a> that work for both sleeping and concerts, these products are my must-haves. Add them to your cart now so you\u2019re ready for your next trip!<\/p>

  1. I\u2019ve been using the same Dagne Dover Large Duffel Bag<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>as my personal item on flights for the last five years. The stretchy neoprene fabric holds a lot, the inside and outside pockets are super useful (there\u2019s one on the outside specifically for your phone!) and the size still fits under the seat in front of you. Trust me, it\u2019s worth the splurge.

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  2. Since you never really know what germs are lurking on a plane, I always have these Lysol Disinfecting Wipes<\/strong><\/a> in my bag. I use them to wipe down my seat and tray table, and they\u2019re good to have on hand for other small emergencies while traveling.

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  3. Shopping is one of my favorite things to do in any city I visit, so I keep The Foldie Tote Bag<\/strong><\/a> in my luggage as a backup in case I buy too much. It\u2019s expandable and easy to carry around, and I can actually fit a lot in it.

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  4. There\u2019s no better way to tune out the noise on the plane than with Apple\u2019s AirPod Pro earbuds<\/strong><\/a>. They\u2019re compact, so they don\u2019t take up much space in your luggage, and the charge can last for hours. Plus, it only takes a few minutes to charge them in the case so you can get back to enjoying your music.

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  5. My skin honestly hates when I travel, so I always have these Mighty Patch Invisible Pimple Patches<\/strong><\/a> on hand for breakouts. Just pop one over a zit and you can go about your day without anyone noticing that you\u2019ve got something on your face.

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  6. I like to sleep in complete darkness, so I turn to the Ostrichpillow Eye Mask<\/strong><\/a> to help me catch some z\u2019s on flights and in hotels. The ergonomic design allows me to fully open my eyes with the mask on but still be in total darkness.

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  7. Wearing earplugs is also a must for me, especially when I\u2019m sharing a hotel room with someone, and the Loop Switch 2 Adjustable Ear Plugs<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>are my go-to picks. They can be adjusted to reduce from 20 to 26 decibels, which means I can block out all the noise at night or only filter out a bit when I\u2019m at a concert. Plus, they\u2019re super comfortable to wear.
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    1. As a chronic overpacker, the Quince Expandable Carry-On Suitcase<\/strong><\/a> is the key to not having to check a bag. I recently took it on a six-day trip to New York, and it fit everything I needed (with space to spare) while sticking to Delta\u2019s carry-on size restrictions.

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    2. The Calpack Large Compression Packing Cubes<\/strong><\/a> are another savior for my overpacking habits. I load one of these up with almost everything I\u2019m going to wear, and it takes up way less space in my luggage. Plus, the pattern is super cute!

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    3. No matter if I\u2019m headed somewhere tropical where my only goal is to read and relax or I just need some entertainment for a long flight, the Kindle Paperwhite<\/strong><\/a> is there for me. It\u2019s super lightweight but can hold a ton of books, which I download from my local library for free using Libby<\/a>!

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    4. Staying hydrated is always important, especially when I\u2019m traveling, and Owala\u2019s FreeSip Water Bottle<\/strong><\/a> is perfect to take on the go. It\u2019s easy to refill in the airport or anywhere else with a drinking fountain, and it does a great job of keeping the water cold for hours.

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    5. When I\u2019m out and about all day, I use this Anker Power Bank<\/strong><\/a> to give my phone a boost in the afternoon. It\u2019s thin enough to fit in a small purse but can charge up to two phones pretty quickly.

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    6. I always have this Dove Hand Sanitizer<\/strong><\/a> with me to keep my hands clean if there\u2019s not a bathroom nearby. This one is my favorite because it actually moisturizes while it disinfects, leaving my skin feeling hydrated.<\/li> <\/ol>

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