1. A compact travel steamer because you'll want picture-perfect outfits all ironed and ready for a night out on the town. When folded up, this steamer is smaller than an iPhone and can be easily carried in a backpack so that you can straighten out your top before posting on the 'gram! Promising review : "I bought this steamer/iron for travel as it is compact making it easy to pack in my suitcase.
I was so impressed with how well it works, I bought a second one for daily use. It gets hot very quickly, and the adjustable handle makes it super easy to use. It did a great job of removing wrinkles quickly.
" — Jody Klemer Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in seven colors). 2.
A portable espresso maker for those who, like me, absolutely cannot leave behind their favorite $500 espresso maker. It's compatible with Nespresso pods, so you can take all your favorite flavors while on the road — no need to suffer the hotel's questionable brew when you've got your own! Promising review: "The best thing for traveling ever!! I have to have espresso every morning, and most small hotels and gas stations don't have espresso coffee, so this is perfect! Easy to use. The cleaning takes 30 seconds; just rinse with water and let it dry.
" — Joanna Verdeja Get it from Amazon for $54.90 (and here are some Nespresso pods to go with it). 3.
An Alleyoop 4-in-1 makeup brush so that you no longer need to carry an entire makeup brush case, as this little baddie handles all your glam needs. It has a makeup sponge, eyeshadow brush, eyebrow/eyeliner brush, and blush/blending brush — literally everything you could possibly need to get your day started. Alleyoop is a woman-owned small business that creates compact beauty products that typically have several functions.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this travel makeup brush and sponge combo! It's so convenient for when I'm on the go and need to touch up my makeup. The bristles are soft, and the sponge is great for blending. Plus, it's compact and fits perfectly in my purse.
I highly recommend it!" — Mary G. Murphy Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (also available in purple).
4. A mini lightweight flat iron so you're not lugging around a heavy straightener across international lines when you're well aware that you couldn't possibly survive without touching up your hair before touring the city. Plus, it is dual voltage, so you can use it in whichever corner of the world you find yourself in! It also comes with a heat-resistant pouch for easy carrying! Promising review: "Loved having this on my recent trip to Ireland.
So glad I purchased something with dual voltage so there were no hair worries while traveling. It works well and takes up little space. Plan for it to take longer to style your hair; it’s small.
But it doesn’t take a lot more time. Glad I purchased!" — Ashley Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in three colors).
5. A travel Brita bottle with a built-in straw so that you can have water with a taste that matches up to your impeccable standards! You can save some moolah while traveling by using this portable filtering bottle so you're not spending heaps of money on plastic bottles several times a day! Promising review : "Saved me tons of money on my travel trip to Alaska. No need to purchase expensive bottled water.
It's reusable, easy to transport, durable, lightweight, and has a great refreshing taste . Easy to use." — Cammie Promising review: "I just came back from traveling, and this water bottle was great! The size is perfect and fits nicely in the side pocket of my backpack.
I haven't put it down since I started using it. It helps to keep me hydrated." — Seb Get it from Amazon for $17.
35+ (available in two sizes and three colors). 6. A portable white-noise machine for those of you who can't sleep without the sounds of the ocean lulling you to bed.
It's compact, has three sound options to choose from (bright white noise, deep white noise, and gentle surf), and can even be hung from your suitcase for easy portability. Promising review: "I was skeptical at first about how well this little noise machine would work in my hotel room (I am a frequent business traveler). However, skepticism gave way to satisfaction.
This little sound machine blocked out hotel noises very well and helped me sleep through the night. For a little machine, it provides very good volume and different noise options. I highly recommend this product!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $24.
99+ (available in four styles). 7. A portable bidet (it was featured on the German version of Shark Tank !) for those of you who wish there was a way to get that *clean feel* even when taking an emergency bathroom break.
No need to carry around a bulky pack of disposable wipes! A way to thoroughly cleanse yourself when using a questionable bathroom at a random rest stop in Florida??? Literal. Genius. Promising review : "Wow, I don’t usually write many reviews, only for products that have really benefitted me, and this is one of those fabulous cases! Normal bidets are too complicated and not an option for me at the moment, but I wanted something for a more refreshing clean cause if you think about it, toilet paper isn’t the most hygienic thing that we do.
This little guy is amazing! Literally super simple and self-explanatory to use, I’ve had no issues with it leaking as it twists on tight, and you control the pressure by squeezing. After using you actually feel clean after every use. For the price you really can’t beat it.
I won’t be going without it." — Amazon Customer Promising review : "German engineering at its finest! The water doesn’t start running out the moment you turn it upside down to use. Each squeeze is powerful enough to clean you efficiently.
Easy to use and clean. Perfect for the rental I am living in, and small enough for travel ." — Alienlan77 Get it from Amazon for $9.
99 (also available in pink and white). 8. A retractable lint roller to clean up your clothes at a moment's notice when you've stepped into the hotel and realized you never tidied your favorite outfit from all the hair your furry bestie left behind.
As an added bonus, it comes in a super cute carrying case, so you can just stash it in your purse! Promising review: "Fits perfectly in my purse or desk drawer. I have three dogs and wear black slacks almost every day; this lint roller is a lifesaver for me! No more showing up to work covered in dog hair!" — Texas Mommy of 2 Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in three colors).
9. Or a mini ChomChom Roller so you don't have to pay an extra cleaning fee at that Airbnb when your furry lil' bestie joins you on your vacation. This baby traps fur and hair without the use of any sticky tape and can be used on fur-covered chairs, couches, and even clothes! This is the purrrfect lil' device to pack for your trip! Promising review : "I absolutely love my original ChomChom , so when I saw they came out with a mini I knew I had to get it! Better than any other roller ever! No sticky papers to worry about, and it picks up everything!" — Danielle Cownie Get it from Amazon for $26.
99 . 10. Mini Wet Brushes to detangle as well as your favorite brush at home — and it's itty bitty enough to fit in your luggage no matter how much you overpacked.
Now, you can have this puppy on hand for those beach days when you need to tame your curls after a dive into the salty sea. I personally always keep one on hand when I need to travel because they don't tug on my curls like many other brushes seem to do. Promising review: "I use this brush for travel, and I keep another in my gym bag, but I also use the full-sized one in my shower at home.
This brush is perfect for curlies because we can't dry brush our hair - with this, we can brush out your curls while wet and lathered in conditioner. After that, just rinse, scrunch, and air dry! I really love the mini-sized one that is very light and small, but it still gets the job done. (And I have a LOT of hair!) They dry quickly as well.
I fully recommend it!" — Rachel Get it from Amazon for $6.89+ (available in packs of two or three and 13 colors). 11.
A mini water flosser so that you're not going around carrying one the size of a lunch box. It's smaller than an iPhone when folded up, and with three modes (soft, pulse, and strong), it can tackle all those hard-to-reach places so that your teeth can stay radiant. Promising review : "This little water flosser is great.
Especially with braces. On the go, throw it in your purse or backpack. It is small, compact, and does the job.
It's a little smaller than an iPhone 13 Pro Max that I have and holds a good amount of water to do the job. Stores the picks in the top compartment. Great for work, after lunch and a quick flush of the braces.
" — Karolynn Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (also available in black). 12.
A Neutrogena SPF 50 sunscreen stick that will protect you from the harsh rays of the sun without you needing to carry around a full-sized liquid bottle that'll get you pulled over by TSA. Read what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly had to say about this product: I first bought this for a weeklong Croatian vacation last year when I did carry-on, and as long as you are *thoroughly* reapplying, this stuff stays on pretty well. On a beach club afternoon, I did haphazardly reapply and missed a strip on one arm, but I tend to do that with spray-on or lotion sunscreen, too.
Since then, I've packed this for any trip I've been on , including a two-day Disneyland trip where I toted this around in my bag and shared with friends. I sometimes carry it with me in my purse on my everyday adventures because I know it's so easy to apply. Also worth mentioning.
..I am about the palest lady you've ever seen and swear by daily application of sunscreen.
But when on a beach trip, I'm constantly swimming in the water and sweating. So yeah, this stuff works. And if you're a bit hesitant about jumping on the solid sunscreen bandwagon, you can pack a stick of this, knowing you have enough sun protection to get you through to finding some spray-on or lotion SPF at your destination.
Get it from Amazon for $9.88 . 13.
A pack of Starface acne stickers so you can take care of those pesky little pimples on the go. It comes in a *CUTE* carrying case with a mirror inside, as well as 34 stickers that can be refilled so you always have something on hand! Promising review: "I love this !! Cute and compact! It comes with a mirror. All you have to do after you buy this is just get refills.
That’s why the ones inside are a different color. I bought them for my teenager, and he loves them. I use them too as well, lol I love these super cute, and you can just toss them in your makeup bag, purse, backpack, etc.
Definitely worth it!!" — Kelli/Kevin Get 32 patches from Amazon for $14.97 . 14.
A set of portable mini perfume bottles because you NEED all of your best eau de parfums on hand for your travels. These lil' bottles are incredibly small and durable and can be filled by simply pumping against your favorite scent's gauge — no funnels, no leaks! Promising review : "This is perfect for carrying on your purse when you need a scent refresh!! They are easy to fill up, cute, and easy to tell what scent you put in which bottle. This is a must have when traveling too!! Great for saving space!!" — Kristian Kirkpatrick Get it from Amazon for $6.
99 . 15. A travel sewing kit for any wardrobe-related emergencies.
Snagged your swimming trunks on a rock while swimming in the Mediterranean? No need to fear walking back to your lodgings while sporting the obvious tear. You can now quickly patch up any rip with this handy kit. Promising review : "This is the perfect little sewing kit for those emergency sewing situations! It has everything you need, and it’s super small.
Great for travel!" — Christina Hamblin Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in eight colors and five sizes). 16.
A collapsible selfie stick and tripod with a Bluetooth remote so you can take the perfect photos as you gallivant all over the world. This stick is collapsible so that it can fit into your personal bag, but can extend up to 33 feet so that you don't have to awkwardly ask a passing local to take your family photo (which lets be honest, comes out not as you pleased more often that not). Promising review : "This is one of my new favorite things for travel.
I've taken this to Alaska and the Caribbean so far and I love how lightweight it is and easy to use. I usually stuff it in one of the side mesh pockets of my backpack for easy access. The tripod function is incredibly easy to use, and connecting to Bluetooth is also simple after pairing it for the first time .
Just long press the remote button and it'll automatically connect. This has changed my travel game. Selfies everywhere and the tripod allows me to frame up whatever I want! Note that the tripod legs aren't the sturdiest — it'll stand fine in flat locations and even in some rocky ones, but a stiff wind could blow it over, so make sure it's secure.
Also, the Bluetooth remote has good range, but make sure it's not obstructed by a solid object like a sign or a statue. It's also fun watching people walk by and ask "Who's taking the picture?" because it looks like we're just staring at a tripod with no one behind it!" — Ally Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in four colors).
17. A compact magnified travel mirror because trying to fix your makeup in the hotel bathroom with its abysmal lighting is an Olympic sport where there are no winners. This tiny mirror has built-in LED lights so that you can see every crease of makeup you need to fix.
Don't drag your fancy full sized magnified mirror from hotel to hotel, this is the perfect companion on your trip when you're trying to fix up your mascara before taking those pre-outing mirror selfies. One side is a regular mirror; the other is magnified to 3X. Promising review : "Literally a super amazing mirror!! You can see literally everything with these mirrors.
It’s super compact but totally reliable! The light can be seen from outer space, but that’s great! Perfect for travel and super convenient." — Adri Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 13 colors).
18. An ultimate travel game kit for those of you who despair over the idea of leaving behind your favorite competitive board games, and want something on hand to help alleviate some boredom on those long plane rides. You can play Backgammon, Ludo, Cribbage, or just plain cards with this one simple kit that's smaller than a regular deck.
Davestar Gaming is a small business based in Rochester, Minnesota. They sell miscellaneous tabletop gaming pieces and travel game kits. Promising review : "This is absolutely excellent.
I love it. Perfect for travel and has everything you need. Super fast shipping too.
Thanks!" — Ben Muller Get it from Davestar Gaming on Etsy for $15+ (available with customizations and a multitude of game choices). 19. A portable mini humidifier so that you can have a restful night of sleep despite that dry hotel air.
This humidifier is lightweight and compact so you can place it in your carry-on bag! Just plug it in with a USB and fill it up with water for this lil' guy to work. Promising review: "I never write reviews. But this unit made our recent hotel stay so much more comfortable! It's compact enough for travel but holds enough water for one night.
Typically, I wake up in a hotel, and my throat is killing me [due to] how dry it is. Our trip to NYC last weekend was my first time ever not having that happen! And kept my son from getting a nosebleed. So worth the money!" — Debra Legassie Get it from Amazon for $24.
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