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And you’re free to get them from just $15.

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So in lieu of that, Ill share our favorite finds below.

Some are budget-friendly and some are splurges, but all are investments we deem worth every penny.

Airplane Footrest

Amazon

Spoiler alert: Travel writers dont always fly first class.

Airplane Footrest (Travel Comfortably), Perfect Airplane

Amazon

It allows me to keep my legs extended, helping with circulation, says Jess.

You just wrap it around the tray table in front of you and adjust accordingly.

It looks like Amazon shoppers are starting to catch on, too.

Manta Sleep Mask - 100% Light Blocking Eye Mask

Amazon

Manta Sleep Mask

Travel writer Jess also loves herManta Sleep Mask.

It doesnt put any pressure on her eyes, yet it blocks out 100 percent of light.

Oh, and its machine washable, too.

ALTRA Women’s AL0A7R76 Olympus 5 Low GTX Trail Running Shoe

Amazon

Unlike my favorite Merrell hiking boots, these shoes are trail running shoes, so theyre incredibly lightweight.

No sores, no numbness.

Agreed I find them so comfy and durable I want to buy them in bulk.

OTM MONACO

OTM

She uses this award-winning bag to keep her phone safe, too.

Plus, you never know when youre coming to come across something cool to film.

(Shes currently on safari, so she can say that.)

GoPro HERO10 Black - Waterproof Action Camera with Front LCD

Amazon

They also have a top mesh panel, so it’s possible for you to see each cubes contents.

We like the protective barrier they provide when packing our shoes in an otherwise jumbled suitcase.

Its super versatile, she explains.

Amazon Basics 4 Piece Packing Travel Organizer Cubes Set, Sky Blue

Amazon

Plus, the interchangeable lids allow for re-organizing along the way.

It does it all, says Cara.

I wear it as a backpack, crossbody, and over-the-shoulder bag.

Peak Design EVERYDAY BACKPACK

Peak Design

On the fence about the price?

It even boasts a built-in shelving system.

I cant stand when there arent enough drawers in a hotel room, says Brandon, a self-aware overpacker.

Cadence Build Your 6

Cadence

So Im obsessed with this shelving situation.

But dont just take his word for it; it has more than 1,400 five-star ratings at Amazon.

Theyre not your average jeans.

Baboon To The Moon Small Go-Bag

Baboon To The Moon

She also loves the fact that its made with 100 percent recycled nylon and polyester ripstop.

RTIC 52-Qt.

One of my favorite road trip essentials is a hard cooler like the best-sellingRTIC 52-Qt.

Royce And Rocket The Full Set

Royce And Rocket

In fact, I dont travel anywhere, at least internationally, without it.

While its not the most compact adapter, its universal, so it works with every outlet throw in.

I used to buy separate adapters for each key in, but this is a much better value.

Side Winder Fuse Reel MacBook Charger Organizer Compatible

Amazon

Plus, it can charge up to six devices at once, and also has USB ports.

At Amazon, where its a best-seller, it has nearly 11,800 five-star ratings.

At Amazon, they come in 17 colors and have more than 7,100 five-star ratings.

Shop Duer Performance Denim Mid Rise Slim Straight

Shop Duer

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RTIC 52 QT Ultra-Light Cooler

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EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter One International Wall Charger AC Plug Adaptor with 5.6A Smart Power and 3.0A USB Type-C for USA EU UK AUS (Grey)

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Ray-Ban RB3558 Aviator Sunglasses

Amazon

Doc Miller Open Toe Compression Socks, FitFlop Women’s Lulu Wedge Sandal, iHealth Neo Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor, and 7 For All Mankind Men’s Austyn Relaxed Fit Straight Leg Jeans on a blue background

Kate Spade Madison Lilly Pochette, Staci Medium Tote, Flora Flower Bouquet Crossbody and Gwen Espadrille Flat on a blue gradient background

People wearing Alo Airbrush High-Waist 7/8 Bootcut Legging in Espresso, Navy and Black on a concrete background