The 12 Best Travel Accessories To Take With You On Your Next Trip (2024)

Joey Skladany

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Dimensions: 66 x 40 inches (when stuffed) | Weight: 12.43 oz. | Material: Nylon with recycled plastic insulation | Warranty: Lifetime warranty

There is a high probability that your flight’s air conditioning will rival the temperatures found in any cold-weather escape. But if you’re hoping to stave off the inevitable goosebumps and shivers, opt for a lightweight travel blanket that will keep you covered and toasty. Gravel boasts one of the best on the market with an insulated core, kangaroo pockets, and an anti-static, spill-proof nylon fabric. It also folds up into a tiny, easy-to-transport bag that can double as a pillow during long and arduous plane or bus rides. And, best of all, it’s made from recycled materials and backed by a lifetime warranty, re-validating that it’s a purchase you will feel really good about.

Dimensions: 5 x 9 inches | Weight: 4.2 ounces | Material: Recycled Baida nylon, eco-tanned leather, elastane loops | Warranty: Three-year warranty

If you’re the type of traveler who packs practically every electronic device that you own, fear not: The Bellroy Tech Kit provides unparalleled organization for all of your wires, chargers and batteries with magnetic slip and mesh pockets, as well as elastic cable loops to keep your belongings safe, protected and secure. The design is also quite snazzy in 10 different color and pattern options, accented with smooth-action zippers, recycled nylon and embossed leather trim. Needless to say, this will be the bag you not only toss into your carry-on, but also your go-to backpack or purse for everyday use.

Dimensions: 9.6 x 3.7 x 6.6 | Weight: 13 ounces | Material: Nylon | Warranty: One-year warranty

Gone are the days of fumbling through an oversized toiletry bag flowing with random bottles, jars, and tubes deemed as “essential skincare.” Away’s hanging container not only provides see-through compartments to organize your favorite beauty products and grooming tools, but it also unfolds and hangs for quick and easy access. Perhaps its most welcomed feature is its nylon-coated, spill-proof interior. If something cracks or explodes along the way, it won’t ruin what’s in close proximity—a big win if you’re traveling to relax and unwind.

Dimensions: Varies by size | Weight: Varies by size | Material: Cotton, polyester, elastane, nylon | Warranty: Lifetime warranty

These high compression socks are as stylish as they are functional. Available in a handful of neutral colors and prints, its extra-long staple cotton keeps calves and feet warm and supported, but also protected from the elements of cold air and abrasive footwear. Perfect for long flights to relieve aches and pains and stimulate blood flow, investing in a pair or two is an absolute necessity to ward off potential mobility issues. Also, as part of Bombas’ mission to give back to the community, for every pair of socks purchased, a pair of socks is donated.

SLIM Stainless Steel memobottle

Dimensions: 10.6 x 2.3 x 1.5 | Weight: 12.8 ounces | Material: Stainless steel, BPA and BPS-free plastic, silicone | Warranty: Two-year warranty

Hydration can make or break your general well-being, but nothing is more cumbersome than an oversized water bottle that can’t fit in your bag. Enter SLIM’s stainless steel memobottle: the answer to on-the-go water needs. With a minimalist design and slim H2O container, this flask-like novelty can slide into practically any space: backpacks, briefcases, carry-on bags, purses and inconspicuous side pockets.

Nimble CHAMP Portable Charger

Dimensions: 3 x 2.2 x 1 | Weight: 6.4 ounces | Material: Recycled plastic (exterior) | Warranty: Two-year warranty

This is the portable charger that puts all other portable chargers to shame. Not only is it ultra-compact and easy to transport, but it also carries a 10,000 mAh battery for up to a whopping three days of power. It’s also high-speed, yielding an 80% charge in only 30 minutes, and is compatible with iPhones, iPads, Android devices and more. You’ll never have to worry about a dead cellphone or Kindle on a long-haul flight again. And to that, especially if crying children are nearby, we say “hallelujah.”

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II

Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5 x 3.4 (including case) | Weight: 8.96 ounces (including case) | Material: Plastic | Warranty: One-year warranty

Whether you’re on a noisy plane, immersing yourself in a poignant museum exhibit or simply want to tune out the sounds of other tourists, a pair of noise-canceling headphones is a must. The beauty of Bose’s foray into earbuds is that these do an excellent job of both blocking outside sounds and playing crystal-clear music. The case also comes with three sizes of ear tips to accommodate the shape of your ear canal and every play option, from bass to treble levels, can be custom-tailored through Bose’s easy-to-use app. But our favorite feature is its ActiveSense technology that can be turned on if you want the earbuds to do the work for you and automatically adjust the volume to accommodate your surroundings.

Trtl Travel Pillow

Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.5 x 2.5 | Weight: 4.9 ounces | Material: Tencel fleece, foam, plastic | Warranty: 100-day warranty

Not all neck pillows are created equal and Trtl’s take is lightyears beyond the common foam crescents that can sometimes do more harm than good. Designed to look like a scarf, it is proven to be more supportive than most U-shaped pillows. Simply loop it around your neck, wrap it, and adjust so that the internal “flipper” can fit underneath the contours of your face, jaw and shoulder to prevent your head from falling forward. Trtl’s inner material is machine-washable and its fabric is breathable and cool to the touch, making it an in-flight napping experience that may not be perfect, but a whole lot better than a window, stiff piece of foam or a stranger’s shoulder.

Dimensions: Varies by four sizes | Weight: Varies by four sizes | Material: Nylon | Warranty: Five-year warranty

Packing cubes not only make sense for easy storage and organization, but they also help to limit the amount of clothing and personal items you bring on a trip. If you’re a notorious over packer, these zippable compartments are an essential, especially if they come from beloved travel brand July. Available in a set of four sizes with mesh tops and side carry handles, the lightweight space savers are designed to hold anything and everything, from underwear and shoes to jeans and an entire three-piece suit. They’re also 100% stain proof and machine washable, so if a bottle of moisturizer decides to explode en route, you don’t have to worry about shelling out hard-earned cash for a replacement.

Dimensions: 4.5 x 4.x5 x 2.25 | Weight: 11 ounces | Material: Vegan leather (exterior), Linen (interior) | Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty

Don’t just arbitrarily toss your favorite necklaces, bracelets and earrings into a bag and pray that you’ll find them, unknotted, when the time comes to wear them. They deserve so much better, like being displayed in a Mark & Graham travel jewelry case that can be—best of all—personalized so that fellow travelers won’t mistake it as theirs. The pebbled vegan leather interior also features a built-in mirror so that you can get one final look before stepping out for a night on the town.

Dimensions: 2.15 x 2.72 x 2.64 | Weight: 6.29 ounces | Material: Plastic (exterior) | Warranty: One-year warranty

Another country, another unfamiliar outlet. Not only does the OneWorld100 adapter charge up to five devices simultaneously (two for larger ones like a MacBook Pro), it’s also compatible in over 200 countries. But one feature that makes a significant impact is its over-current, over-temperature and fuse protector so that you don’t burn down your hotel room if left unsupervised. This is precisely the peace of mind needed when you’re traveling in a foreign country.

Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam

Dimensions: 11.8 x 11.8 x 5.8 | Weight: 56 ounces | Material: Plastic, aluminum, silicone | Warranty: Limited one-year warranty

The greatest threat to your clothing, other than snags and stains, is wrinkles. And many clothes, especially with more sensitive fabrics like silk or linen, will not emerge from a suitcase unscathed. This portable steamer from Conair will remedy any outfit that looks like it’s been sitting in a ball under your bed for months. Its water tank emits 15 minutes of continuous steam and the device only takes 40 seconds to heat up. A built-in creaser also forms perfect pleats and folds so that pants and skirts will maintain that straight-from-the-dry-cleaner look as you saunter from place to place.