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July 15, 2024

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Whether you’re embarking on a long-haul flight, exploring new cities, or hiking through nature, having the right gear can make all the difference. Here are our VS1 Travels team’s top recommendations (and personally uses), categorized for your convenience, to ensure you travel smart and comfortably!

Luggage & Packing Solutions

  1. Checked Luggage
  2. Carry-on Luggage
  3. Anti-theft Lightweight Unisex Backpack: Zipper locks, anti-slash straps, and RFID hidden
  4. Large Underseat Backpack: Ideal for short trips
  5. Lightweight Hiking Bag
  6. Compression Packing Cubes / Packing Organizers
  7. Compression Packing Bags
  8. Toiletry Bag for Women / Toiletry Bag for Men​
  9. Travel Bottle Set: Pricey, but durable
  10. Foldable Tote Bag

In-Flight Comfort & Organization

  1. Foot Hammock for Plane: Great for short people to relieve lower back pressure
  2. Neck Pillow / Travel Pillow
  3. Eye Mask & Ear Plugs Sleep Set: Great for planes, cruises and hotels for light sleepers
  4. Phone Mount for Plane 
  5. Plane Organizer: For long flights 
  6. Luggage Cup Holder
  7. Eye Drops for Plane

Safety & Security

  1. RFID Protect Wallet / Passport Case
  2. Luggage Tracker / Apple AirTag
  3. Headlamp
  4. Handheld GPS Unit
  5. Compass

Health & Hygiene

  1. Pill Box: Organize supplements and medications
  2. Throat Spray
  3. Electrolytes
  4. Immunity Support
  5. Sleep Gummies
  6. Energy Gum
  7. Food Poisoning Supplement
  8. Germaphobe Cleaning Spray
  9. Surface Wipes
  10. Travel Face Care Kit
  11. Travel Hair Care Kit
  12. Makeup Eraser Cloth
  13. Hair Brush
  14. Skin Moisturizer
  15. Sunscreen
  16. Travel First Aid Kit

Electronics & Accessories

  1. Wireless Portable Charger / Portable Charger with Cords / Power Bank
  2. Outlet Adapter/Converter / Power Converter
  3. Phone Tripod/Stick
  4. Printer Camera
  5. Screen Protector
  6. Laptop Sleeve Bag
  7. Electronics Organizer
  8. GPS Watch
  9. Waterproof Phone Pouch

Miscellaneous

  1. Travel Umbrella
  2. Sandscreen Sand Removal Bag
  3. Light My Fire Spork
  4. Carabiner: Great to use when there is not a place to hang your toiletry bag in the bathroom or hang your bag on the door
  5. Sleeping Liner: If you are feeling sketchy about the bedsheets!
  6. Quick Dry Travel Towel
  7. Crazy Creek Outdoor Chair
  8. Backpacking Stove / Portable Camp Grill
  9. Collapsible Water Bottle

Apparel & Footwear

  1. Our Favorite Travel Dress: Comfortable, stylish, and has pockets.
  2. Foldable Sun Hat
  3. Sunglasses / Sports Sunglasses
  4. Hiking Boots
  5. Walking Shoes

Recovery from Travel

  1. Women YogaToes / Men YogaToes
  2. Lip Sleeping Mask
  3. Under Eye Patches

Memories

  1. Mom Memory Keepsake Book
  2. Dad Memory Keepsake Book
  3. Travel Scrapbook
  4. Push Pin Travel Map

Now Reading

  1. Fourth Wing
  2. Come Fly the World
  3. Lessons in Chemistry
  4. Daughter of the Moon Goddess
  5. City of Brass

Prepare for your next adventure with these essentials. Happy travels and happy shopping!

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