As a long time blogger sharing travel content and the founder of travel atelier En Route to Rêverie, I’m a pretty seasoned traveler at this point in my life. Packing and preparing for a trip is rather formulaic for me nowadays. With all my recent travel I’ve had this year, I went ahead and gave my travel essentials a refresh.

Today I am sharing my travel essentials that I almost always have with me on any given trip. These travel items will no doubt make your next trip a breeze. 

Meghan’s Travel Essentials

My Travel Essentials

Tumi Weekender

This is my secret weapon for long trips or for trips I may want to do some shopping on. I bring it on the plane with me with any valuables I don’t feel comfortable checking but I also leave some room to spare for any items I may pick up on my travels that may not fit on my suitcase.

Bose Noise Cancelling Wireless headphones

I haven’t gotten on a plane without my noise cancelling headphones in a decade. They work to drown out background noise on plans and help me be able to get some sleep and also lower my anxiety on flights that have a lot going on (loud talkers, crying children, etc, etc, etc.) 

I love that this pair is wireless, too.

Mobile Hotspot

When I don’t want to rely on having wifi provided by someone else, and especially when traveling solo or overseas, I always have this handy device in tow. The data packages are cheap and I love that it is so easy to carry around. They’ve since given it a makeover but same reliable internet and super cheap data packages. It definitely gives me peace of mind when I travel.

Powerstation

A god-send! This is great for days where you don’t want to deal with the anxiety of finding an outlet to charge your phone. It lasts for several hours and goes to work quickly.

I also always bring this one which has a magnet to attach to your iPhone for easy re-upping a charge while on the go.

Truffle Clarity and Jet Set Cases

This pouch may not look like much but it is a god-send for packing liquids. It fits so much and easily is wiped out if any liquids happen to leak. I also love that I can easily see what all is in there and find what I need right away.

It’s been a toiletry game changer for my travels and I now have one in nearly every size they make. I use them to store cords, small electronics and other travel accessories. I also own their Jetset Cases which are also so good. They fit so much more than you’d imagine!

Kindle

Buying a Kindle revolutionized my ability to breeze through books while traveling. I absolutely love how lightweight it is, how easy it is to download books and that it is waterproof which makes pool and bath reading a possibility.

Band Aids

For any issues with blisters while walking in shoes I always pack these blister Band-Aids and then my favorite Nexcare bandages for any additional needs I may have while on the road.

Wellness Complex

I swear by bringing this stuff when I travel. You can take up to 3 every few hours for maximum immune support and I swear it has helped me kick the onset of colds.

Cuyana Cosmetic Cases

You’ve heard me talk about these for forever but they are the best. I use the larger one for my makeup and the smaller for any medicine or must-haves on the plane in my carry on tote. I also have things packed in at least one or two of the Cuyana Leather Pouches every trip, too. (Can you tell I love pouches!?) They hold so much and truly beautifully made.

Dual Voltage Curling Iron

This inexpensive curling wand works wonders and is dual voltage so once plugged into my adapter while overseas it is ready to go.

Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask

Ball Cap

I like to have a ball cap in my suitcase always in case of rainy days or sunny days.

SPF

I always, always pack SPF and this is my favorite one for on the go face touch ups in particular.

A Universal Charger

This is my charger for all overseas trips. Love that it has a USB port for easy phone charging.

White + Warren Cashmere Travel Wrap

I am generally always cold on airplanes so I got this wrap and now bring it on every flight with me. I own it in two colors – it’s that good. It’s also great to have on days where the weather may change and you want an extra layer to wrap around you. It is so soft and I love that it wraps entirely around your body to make sure you’re warm and cozy on flights.

Eye Mask

I never leave home without an eye mask. I use it on red eyes religiously and sometimes in hotels too.

Earplugs

Given you never know what sleeping conditions you’ll get when traveling, I always have earplugs with me. This pair is particularly good at noise reduction and I love that they come with a carrying case making them extra travel ready.

Comfy Pajamas

You guys know I love these PJs from Target. They are usually the pair in my suitcase when I travel. 

Downy Wrinkle Releaser

Given how I loathe ironing and use this stuff around the clock at home I never leave without a travel size bottle in my suitcase. I have gone through bottles and bottles of this stuff and converted every friend I have ever traveled with, too!

Leather Tote

My Celine Phantom tote is my go-to bag when I travel right now. It fits everything I need and is super durable. I find it is better to travel with than a more structured tote. I also have the more affordable Cuyana one in a few colors and love that they can be monogrammed. 

TopTote

This heavy duty magnet makes traveling with a hat a snap! It is a game changer.

Dramamine Non Drowsy

I’ve had motion sickness in cars and on planes, trains and boats since I was little. I am never without several tubes of non-drowsy Dramamine.

Anti-Nausea Bands

Also for fighting motion sickness and nausea from traveling, these bands are a lifesaver. 

Olly Sleep Vitamins

I don’t always sleep well when I travel so rely on these for improved sleep when on the road.

Airpods

Always on hand for podcast and music listening when I don’t want to use my Bose or don’t need major noise cancellation.

HydroFlask Water Bottle

I’m so glad I have always started carrying a reusable water bottle with me. No more plastic bottle waste and I can ensure I always am hydrated.

Cuyana Leather Laptop Case

I almost always travel with my laptop so I ensure it is tucked away safely in this beautiful case. I love that it has two front pockets as well for cables/cords or I use them usually for receipts and one for my Kindle.

Sony Alpha a6000 Camera

This camera definitely lived up to its reputation. I love how compact and lightweight it is and the quality of photos is spectacular for the affordable price. My favorite feature is the wifi syncing so I can instantly upload photos from the camera onto my phone to post to Instagram. I also love that the screen pops out so you can get better flatlays. This camera is great for first timers, too.

Common Projects Sneakers

Suitcases

I also swear by my Away suitcases. I have both the bigger carry on (a god-send that fits so much!) and also the Medium and the Large that are great for longer trips. I’ve been using mine for nearly ten years and have been really happy with how they’ve held up. I like how much they compress items to really maximize space and the built-in locks, too.

Travel Wallet

And as for a travel wallet, I don’t use cash much these days so I just use my normal every day wallet which is this YSL card case that has held up so well with lots of use.

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Hope you find this a handy resource for your future travels! Several of these items would make great gifts for the traveler in your life, too!

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