I feel like I am basically a professional traveler at this point since I took over 30 flights last year! Here are my non-negotiables that make travel days so much easier for me and my family!

The Best Travel Bag

This is the PERFECT travel bag and I do not say that lightly! It comes in 8 colors, is under $25, and holds everything you could possibly need for a weekend!

Clear Packing Cubes

Clear packing bags are a must have for keeping your big bag organized! I use these for my TSA liquids, keeping snacks in one place, storing kids activities, and of course my own personal items! You can easily grab what you need and stay organized without having to dig through your whole bag!

Handheld Fans

These handheld fans are safe for kids to hold and use and once you have them, you’ll be shocked by how much you sue them! We waited for a while on the tarmac before our flight took off and it got so insanely hot on the airplane! Thank goodness these were in my carry on bag because we easily got them out and stayed cool! We plan to use them at the beach and pool since it is so hot and humid in Hawaii!

Sand Buff

This little pouch is another beach day must have! It is filled with powder so it easily removes sticky sand from your body by just rubbing it over the area!

Bug Bite Patches

These are so important to have if you’re traveling somewhere tropical! Heck, we bring them even when we go back to Texas! When you get a mosquito bite (or whatever pesky bug where you are) put this patch over the bite and it provides instant relief and keeps you from scratching! Bug bites have literally ruined our vacation before but never again since finding these!

Sound Machine

Another must have for our family is a sound machine. We all need one to sleep and this one is tiny but mighty! It is rechargeable so you can use it on the go too!

Magnetic Pill Case

These pill cases keep your medicine and supplements organized while on the go! I actually keep one in my regular purse because I have trouble remembering to take my supplements! They have magnets so you can stack multiple cases together!

Portable Charger

This portable charger works so well and it holds a charge for so long! It has the 4 most common charging cords built in so you don’t even have to keep up with those!

Anti Chafe Stick

This is a must for beach days and you’re going to be active! Just rub it on places where your body rubs together or against clothes, and that is it! I can’t even tell you all the places I have used this! HA!

Hat Clip

I got the cutest starfish hat clips from Amazon and they work great for travel so your hat doesn’t get crushed in your bag!

Earbuds

I finally found inexpensive earbuds that have amazing sound quality and don’t fall out!

Portable Mirror

How cute is this tiny makeup mirror WITH LIGHTS!?! I couldn’t believe it when I saw it! I don’t hesitate at all to put makeup on while on the go!

Eye Mask

This eye mask lets in no light at all and it is comfortable! It is lightweight and I love that there are cutouts for my lashes! That makes it so much more comfortable!

Skincare

I used the Summer Fridays Jet Lag products on my last long flight and definitely brought them with me again for this one! I love being able to add moisture back into my skin after the airplane inevitably dries me out!

Jewelry Case

I hope everyone knows not to pack their valuable jewelry in their checked bags, but just in case no one told you…. DO NOT PACK VALUABLES IN YOUR CHECKED BAGS!! Whew! Glad we got that out of the way! I use this little jewelry box to keep my expensive jewelry on me while traveling. It keeps everything organized and secure.

Mini Lint Roller

This compact lint roller is a must have for travel and your daily carry bag! It is so small but works so well to get rid of all the fuzz and lint!

Well, what did I miss?

What are your travel must haves? Leave me a comment on this post so I can check out your must haves too!

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