I’ve been traveling internationally since 1997 and have learned what is key to make your journey stress free and enjoyable. I am also a carry on queen, so a lot of my recommendations will be geared towards maximizing space and your journey without checking a bag.
Every Trip
- Universal Adapter – this is good for both international and domestic travel. In one device, you can plug in multiple devices at once with limited plugs (https://amzn.to/3ItNTqu)
- Wireless Earbuds
- Bose SoundSport Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds (https://amzn.to/48WkFM4)
- Airfly – ensure you can use your own Bluetooth earbuds on any flight (https://amzn.to/49QiWcf) or (https://amzn.to/3Vcwhah)
- Phone holder for plane (https://amzn.to/43hLUiD)
- Carabiners – these are so incredibly useful (https://amzn.to/3T9VbF4)
- Phone case with a stand
- Portable power banks to always keep your devices charged (https://amzn.to/3TdJGwk)
- USB multi device charger will allow you to have one cord to charge all your devices at once, from either your adapter or your universal power bank (https://amzn.to/4a1agiM)
- Travel Surge Protector – allows you to protect your devices from unstable surges when traveling, and maximize your outlets, even in a hotel that only has one outlet (https://amzn.to/4a8i5Dn)
To Maximize Space
- Packing cubes
Checked Baggage
- Osprey Travel Backpack (https://amzn.to/48MBzfR)
- Tile trackers to put in your suitcase (https://amzn.to/3IQgvL7)
- Airtags for you iPhone users
- Luggage Scale (https://amzn.to/3TgFGLr)
Beach Adventures
- Yeti to keep drinks cold all day
- Beach Bag
- Towel Bands (https://amzn.to/3PgVqNo)
- Pool floaties (https://amzn.to/3wOB2Ne)
- Koala phone harness fits over any phone case and is waterproof, so you can take your waterproof phone with you anywhere (https://amzn.to/43iLZms)
- Fanny Pack
- Waterproof Phone Case (https://amzn.to/4cdqxTF)
Cold Weather Destinations
- Crampons – slip these over any shoes and never slip on ice again!
International Travel
- Altitude Pills if you are going anywhere with a large change in elevation (https://amzn.to/4a3m1p4)
- Passport Cover
For Honeymooners
- Passport Holders & Sand Jar (https://amzn.to/4a7Jp4M)
Capture Memories
- Portable Mini Photo printer – these print out in seconds, no ink required, with a sticker background – perfect to add to a journal or share with new friends you make along the way! (https://amzn.to/43cIhuv)
- Extra photo printer paper (https://amzn.to/3VeDmHo)
- Drone – DJI Mini 3 Pro (https://amzn.to/4c6Asup)
- SD Card
- Always check the drone restrictions in the place you’re traveling to
- GoPro
Stay Healthy & Hydrated
- Water Bottle – grabbing one with a built in sturdy handle allows you to clip it to your backpack to never lose it (https://amzn.to/3IrPbCF)
- Crampons
- Protein Shaker with Snack Sections (https://amzn.to/3Vb5gUQ) and (https://amzn.to/49CbXUd)
- Hydration Packs