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