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Whether we’re headed to Europe or Asia, these must-haves are at the top of our packing lists.
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Ive been traveling with my mom and sisters before I was born.
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When my mom was eight months pregnant with me, our family moved from the U.S. to the U.K. Now, as adults, my mom and my sisters are still my favorite travel companions.
In our lifetime of traveling together, weve perfected the art of packing.
Below, you’ll find the 15 travel essentials we rely on for successful multi-generational trips.
Zappos
Fromversatile travel clothesandUPF-protective accessoriestouseful gadgets, these must-haves keep us safe and comfortable wherever we go together.
Thissilk dress from Quinceis a travel staple for my sister, Abby.
But, that doesn’t mean that outerwear isn’t at the top of our packing lists.
Quince
A Steamer
My mom is weirdly obsessed with ironing.
Whether or not a hotel room has an ironing board is a make-or-break criterion for her.
Its lightweight and offers mostly sheer coverage, and Ill even use it in the evenings instead of makeup.
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The pillow is technically for backpacking, but it works great for the plane and weighs just 2.1 ounces.
Travel Games and Entertainment
Books are an essential part of our travels.
But were firmly divided when it comes to our reading formats.
Ripley Rader
My mom and Monica areKindle people, while the rest of us prefer paperback books.
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