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1. A leather cord organizer so you can actually get to watching movies on your flight instead of spending all eight hours crossing the Atlantic untangling headphone wires.
Promising review: "No more tangled headphone cables! I bought a pair for my desk at home, and I'm purchasing another pair for my office. I love how neat and untangled my earbud cords are when using this organizer. It's leather, which I'm sure will last many, many years for such a great price." —Jane M
Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in five colors).
2. A Tide To-Go stain removing pen because, well, you never know! What if you're in Italy and a stray amatriciana-coated strand of bucatini makes its way to your lap? It's more likely than you think.
Promising review: "These were a lifesaver. I was walking to the bus and decided it was a great decision to drink coffee while walking. Like a scene from an infomercial, I spilled coffee all over my white shirt. Yes, the classic coffee on the white shirt. Luckily I had one of these in my bag (I put one in each of my most-used purses in anticipation of my clumsiness). I went into a store bathroom and quickly scrubbed the Tide To-Go on my shirt. All of the coffee blobs went away and once the awkward wet splotches dried up, my shirt was perfectly white again. You've got yourself a big fan, Tide." —NAD
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $7.74.
3. A digital luggage scale to ensure your baggage is in compliance with your airline's weight restrictions, avoiding some nasty fees in the process.
4. A packing checklist so it's easier than ever to keep straight exactly what needs to get thrown in a bag and what can stay behind. Your free-flowing to-do lists have been a good start, but this just may be the key to really dialing in your packing.
Promising review: "We travel frequently and have two children. As any parent knows, packing for yourself and your children can be overwhelming (especially for trips longer than a few days). I have found this list to be a lifesaver and I also give it as a gift for other traveling families. It is easy to plan, organize, and list out items that are easily forgotten. You can also list the quantity of each item needed. It has a variety of clothing options and space to add more. Overall, wonderful purchase and has likely saved me many forgotten items!" —I-really-bought-this
Get it from Amazon for $7.
5. A waterproof pouch to allow you to keep your phone, cards, and even passport with you *while* you swim, thanks to its lanyard attachment.
6. A soft silicone ear-saver and mask-extender if you still want or need to mask while traveling but are *beyond* done with the ear pain that can come along with it.
7. A backseat hook for organizing your backseat more elegantly during road trips. It may seem like a small change, but honestly getting your purse off the floor frees up room for more storage.
8. A set of nonslip coasters to prevent that inevitable crumb-crusted goo from forming in your cup holders on long journeys. Just remove 'em, wash 'em, and reveal good-as-new cup holders whenever you wish.
9. A waterproof soap travel case that's perfect if you love travelling with a shampoo bar but don't yet have a good way to store it. Voilà! A waterproof solution that just so happens to be made from recycled water bottles.
Mamazita is a Canada-based, woman-owned Etsy shop established in 2017 that specializes in zero-waste products.
Promising review: "Love it! It is perfect for the soap bar I take on trips. It is very well made with quality materials and shipped quickly too!" —Brianna Konz
Get it from Mamazita on Etsy for $7.30 (available in two colors).
10. A 50-count set of hand soap sheets so you never get stranded without a way to scrub-a-dub-dub again.
11. A stick of Body Glide anti-chafing balm that will ward off the dreaded chafing that usually comes with travel, especially during the summer.
Promising review: "So I got this because I’m thick and my thighs rub together when I walk. We were going to a humid hot place and I wanted to wear shorts. I put it on in the morning and I had no problem with irritation even after walking for miles. I got caught in a tropical rainstorm and walked for miles in shorts no problem. I didn’t have to reapply, it lasted all day, I would highly recommend." —Jana
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
12. And an anti-blister balm so your feet stay in tip-top shape even as you hop, skip, and jump all around the exciting city you're visiting for the first time.
13. A set of Sea Bands to target an acupressure point on your wrist in order to help reduce nausea. According to reviewers, they're worth trying whether you suffer from car sickness, sea sickness, or any other travel tummy ailment.
14. A tube of luxurious Marvis toothpaste that will make you feel like you're in a 5-star hotel, even if you're just trying to freshen up in the airport after a grueling 10-hour flight.
15. A mini travel razor with a carrying case because if you're planning on shaving on your trip, you don't need to bring your big ol' razor and try to find a way to store it safely. One step closer to bringing just a carry-on!
Promising review: "I bought this originally for traveling, but quickly switched to using it at home as well. I feel like you have a lot more control when your hand is closer to the blade, I cut myself way less with this than a regular razor. Also the case is great, not just for the plane, but also so much better than those dumb flimsy suction-cup hooks they give you. Blades seem to last longer because they're slightly more protected." —Lena V
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
16. A 2-in-1 flossing toothbrush to combine a few dental care items into one effective tool that'll pack down much smaller than your big honkin' electric setup.
Mouthwatchers is a small business established by Ronald Plotka, DDS, that specializes in antimicrobial toothbrushes designed to get deeper cleans.
BuzzFeeder Emma Lord owns and loves this toothbrush: "I personally bought this a few months ago and love it! I use an electric toothbrush usually, but I feel like I'm getting a much more satisfying clean from these?? Especially because I tend to get yellow stains between my teeth no matter *how* much I floss, and these bristles seem to actually target that a lot more effectively. I've switched to using this in the morning and the electric one at night and definitely see a difference in that area in particular."
Promising review: "Awesome!!! I always use an electric brush. I will be traveling to multiple countries for a month and couldn’t take it. I’m a hygienist and just the thought of using an over-the-counter generic brush made me concerned. I’ve been sampling it now for over a week and it removes plaque without trauma to gingiva great! I recommend!" —mia
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $9.90.
17. A simple luggage strap that'll give you another spot to clip travel essentials like neck pillows, packable jackets, zippered pouches or anything else you'd rather transport hands-free.
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).
18. A vinyl plastic vaccine card sleeve with a resealable top to ensure your admittedly flimsy card stays nice and safe when you have it in tow. There's even a notch so you can put it on a lanyard if needed.
Promising review: "These fit the current COVID vaccine cards perfectly. We got these for keeping the cards safe during a recent vacation. These are better than laminating because they will allow the paper to release gas and not break down." —Jonnathan W.
Get a set of three from Amazon for $6.98+ (also available in 5-, 10-, and 20-packs).
19. Or a leather passport case that also features a protective vaccine card sleeve so you can carry all of your important docs in one convenient location.
Henney's Boutique is a California-based Etsy shop that specializes in passport holders.
Promising review: "Shipping was impeccable! The holder is sleek looking. It is nice and large. My COVID vaccine card fits snugly." —Alexandra Tino
Get it from Henney's Boutique on Etsy for $8+ (originally $16; available in dozens of colors).
20. A pack of Tide sink packets for anyone who's well-versed in the language of travel laundry. With these little guys around, you won't need to head to the store to get way more detergent than you need and can wash a few unplanned loads of underwear and socks (or unplanned loads if you unexpectedly stain something) hassle-free.
Each pack comes with three packets. And because they *are* liquid, they'll easily slide into the side of your toiletries bag.
Promising review: "Taking these out of the country to wash under-things is exactly the right size." —Laura Wilson
Get nine packs from Amazon for $7.45.
21. A pair of quick-dry water shoes for anyone whose only hangup about heading out on a tropical getaway is being skeeved out by their feet touching the bottom of the ocean. A little separation will let you relax.
Promising review: "I bought these shoes a couple of years ago before a river hike. UM THESE ARE AWESOME. They lasted a long time. My older pair did start to wear out in the toes from scraping them on rocks and such when hiking, but still no holes in them. These shoes feel like socks but with enough of a sole that you can walk on gravel with no problem. It really is like walking barefoot. Also, these are the only water shoes that I have worn that do NOT let a bunch of debris into the shoe making you constantly have to take it off to empty it or just deal with the irritant. You can play on the beach with minimal sand stuck between your toes. Thoroughly impressed by that. So with that, I do recommend if you are a half size to size down so they are snug; otherwise, the sock-like ability to keep stuff out might not work so well." —Samantha Lindsay
Get it from Amazon for $9.88+ (available in seven sizes and 44 colors).
22. A car trash can that's essential for road trips, when the risk of your car becoming a fast food bag-strewn disaster is usually at an all-time high.
Promising review: "Love this trash can! I drive a small car and it fits perfectly in the back behind the center console. Before this I always used whatever random bags I found floating around but this is so much better. No spills and it looks great." —Stacey Dawson
Get it from Amazon for $9.87+ (available in eight colors).
23. A pair of blind spot mirrors so you have maximum visibility as you embark on the road trip of a lifetime... or just a trip to the grocery store, but focus, we're talking about travel here.
24. A set of small silicone travel containers that make it easy as can be to decant toiletries for carry-ons *and* store small easy-to-lose items like jewelry. Good thing they come in a set of nine!
Each set of nine containers also comes with two small spatulas and a storage bag.
Promising review: "I have traveled twice now with these little jars and have had no issues with leaking. I love the two mini spatulas that come with the set for getting thicker products out of the jars. I only wish I could buy more of the smaller ones without having to purchase the larger. Great product and highly recommend." —Amazon Customer
Get a set of nine from Amazon for $9.95.
25. A pocket-sized, refillable travel perfume atomizer for anyone who can't stand to go a day without their signature scent but doesn't want to go through the hassle of checking a bag to bring their full-size bottle along. Now you can spritz to your heart's content all vacay long.
BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly owns and loves this atomizer: "^ That's me pumping my signature perfume into one of these travel atomizers I've been using for about a year. It's also great to just throw in your purse on the reg for a fragrance re-up throughout the day. As you can see, it's about the size of my thumb and therefore takes up very little room. Plus! It's smaller than most rollerball travel fragrances you can pick up. This first one is working so well, that I just have the other three in storage. But if this one bites the dust this summer during travels, I'll be OK about digging into my stores to use one of the remaining three...especially at this price point."
Promising review: "I bought these due to traveling a lot for work and needing to cut down on the size of things in my carry-on bag for flying. I can bring four different perfumes now instead of one big one. They’re super easy to fill, haven’t leaked so far but I keep them in a sandwich baggie while traveling just in case. I would 100% buy them again." —Emily
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8.99.
26. A small bottle of CeraVe Moisturizing Cream so you can leave the enormous tub it usually comes in at home while still enjoying its cult-status effectiveness. That's gonna be especially key after a long, drying flight!
27. A cruelty-free, vegan, and aluminum-free travel mineral stick deodorant because B.O. can be a literal stinky trip companion, especially during outdoor summer trips where you're moving and grooving a ton.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.