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These packing must-haves will change the way you travel forever.

I was a travel consultant for five years, planning flights, hotel stays, cruises, and tours.

Life Changing Travel Essentials

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Hibag 10-pack Vacuum Storage Bags

you could take your compression one step further withvacuum storage bags.

Theres a straightforward solution: bring along an empty bag to fill up on the way home.

you could also use it as your personal item bag or as your day bag at your destination.

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It has two charging ports, including an attached USB-C cable, to charge multiple devices at once.

Ostrichpillow Go Neck Pillow

Another way to make long flights more comfortable is with adecent travel pillow.

This Ostrichpillow Go neck pillow is lightweight and adjustable, and it comes with a carrying case.

HIBAG Vacuum Storage Bags

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Apple AirTags are a must for keeping tabs on your checked bags.

These increasingly popular GPS tracking discs deliver real-time location updates directly to your iPhones Find My app.

Its compatible with iOS and Androids and its currently on sale for 20 percent off.

Paravel Fold Up Travel Backpack

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From a spacious water tank to an 8-foot-long cord, this steamer strikes a balance between convenience and performance.

Its compact, has multiple steam controls, and is versatile enough to use at home, too.

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