If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation.

Picks include packing cubes, tech organizers, and secure luggage straps.

Hey, weve been there, too.

travel hacks that actually work to travel in comfort

Credit:Travel + Leisure / Francesca Fasciglione

These versatile items prove you dont need to break the bank to travel smart.

Heres a guide to budget-friendly travel hacks that actually work.

Enter the airplane foot hammock.

BasicConcepts Airplane Foot Hammock

Amazon

When you need an extra hand (or two), its time to deploy this luggage strap.

So its only natural that they would make it onto this list, too.

Oh, and they can help you save packing space.

Amazon PD Add-A-Bag Luggage Strap Jacket Gripper

Amazon

Right now, you’re able to get thisT+L-loved packing hack at a double discount on Amazon.

Beyond making life easier on travel days, these zip-top bags are helpful once youre at your destination.

And after your trip, simply pop them into the dishwasher to clean them.

Amazon Tru Earth Compact Dry Laundry Detergent Sheets,

Amazon

I gotta say, its changed how I travel.

With a travel cable organizer, however, jumbled messes and knotted cords are a thing of the past.

Yamiu Travel Shoe Bags Set of 4

Traversing a new city on foot is awesome!

BAGAIL 8 Set Packing Cubes Luggage Packing Organizers for Travel Accessories-Cream

Amazon

Putting your dirty shoes that have touched some seriously unclean places back into your suitcase?

For a mere $10, these handy shoe bags keep your clean clothes pristine.

If youre packing light and only bringing a pair or two, use your spare bags as pseudo-dirty-clothes bags.

Amazon MEACOLIA 3 Pack 8 Compartments Travel Pill Organizer, Daily Pill Case Small Pill Box for Pocket Purse, Portable Pill Container Medicine Vitamin Organizer (Purple, Green, Pink)

Amazon

you could also pack away wet clothes or bathing suits without fear thanks to the waterproof material.

Plus, the bright colors can help you spot your bag on the carousel easier.

Both the orange andpurplehues are currently on sale for $15.

electronic organizer

Amazon

One clever traveler evenused it as a tripodfor taking time-lapsed vacation photos.

Shop More T+L-Approved Picks

Travel Shoe Bags Set of 4 Waterproof Nylon

Amazon

travel inspira Luggage Scale

Amazon

Samsonite Luggage Strap, Combination Lock

Amazon

Amazon BEYOND CELL Travel Essentials for Flying, Universal Seat Back T

Amazon

Amazon HOTOR Travel Toiletry Bag - Toiletry Bag w/Hanging Hook -

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