While it might be too early to have a “Covid is over party” this holiday season, a lot of people are going to be traveling again to see and celebrate with family and friends. It has been a few years since holiday travel has been at full load and that means many people might have forgotten how terrible travel can be.
But we have the cure for the holiday travel blues with 10 gadgets to make raveling easier this holiday season. Now, let’s get right to the action, and, as always, we don’t make any money off anything featured on this list. We simply think these gadgets will help make your travels a bit nicer.
- . This MATEIN TSA Friendly Travel Laptop Backpack with USB Charger Port
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This sleek backpack unfolds the compartments freely 90-180 degree letting the laptop lay flat without taking it from the bag, making it getting through airport security checkpoint easier. It also features an external USB charging port so you don’t have to dig around a packed back for your portable charger. ($39.99)
Amazon Review:
Very versatile and study. The pack is stylish, helps with recharging! I would buy this for all of my family members if I could! Only drawback is that the laptop part of the bag that helps with TSA unzips too easily and can come apart while on your back if not properly secured!
Amazon User Misterhawk - . This Riemot Luggage Travel Cup Holder To Keep That Starbucks & More Attached To Your Rolling Suitcase
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Traveling can be a drag, and you don’t usually have a free hand to hold a drink especially with kids. But with this suitcase cup holder, you can hold two drinks now. With 3 pockets available, you’ll instantly be able to place your phones, passports or small items in one back pocket, and put two drinks in front two pockets. ($17.99)
Got compliments on its first travel day! So easy to use and sturdy. I use one side for drinks, the other side for sandwiches, and the small pocket for receipts, napkins, or utensils. Made traveling easy.
Amazon User Joanne Livingston - . This Britax Car Seat Travel Cart That Turns Your Car Seat Into An Airport Stroller
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The Britax car seat travel cart is a convenient alternative when traveling through airports with your car seat and child in tow. Car seats attach effortlessly using the car seat Latch connectors, the same connectors that secure your car seat tightly to your vehicle. When storing the Britax car seat travel cart, its compact fold allows it to fit into small spaces, including most airplane overhead compartments. ($84.67)
Amazon Review:
We bought this for my 19 month old to fly to Disney World. It made traveling so easy. Attach the carseat using the latches and put your kid inside and pull. This really made flying with a baby so convenient. Worth every penny. It also fit my car seat, which wasn’t the name brand of the cart. Really a 5 star product.
Amazon User Amycakes712 - . This MZOO Sleep Eye Mask That Helps Block Out All Light Without Putting Any Pressure On Your Eyes
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The eye-cup design offers plenty room and allows for free eye movement while you sleep. The super soft material makes you feel more restful without putting any pressure to your eyes or slipping off if you move about. The soft adjustable buckle strap is designed as to never catch on your hair and it all comes in with an easy to carry case so you’re always ready to go. ($18.99)
Amazon Review:
“This eyemask is perfect if you like to have total darkness when you sleep. It is so comfortable around my face and the mask even comes with adjustable straps so you don’t wake up with sleep lines. Included are cute ear plugs enclosed in their own case and a silk draw string bag to carry your things in. To add, I was also impressed with how aesthetically pleasing the packaging was. I totally recommend.”
– Amazon User Bill Curtis
- . The SkyClip+ Phone & Tablet Holder For Easy Viewing On Flights And More
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Compatible with all mobile devices and tablets, the SkyClip+ is the world’s best mounted mobile device holder for travelling by air or train. It is also a great choice when you lounge poolside, work in the office, or relax at home. Foldable and designed to fit in your pocket or bag, the SkyClip+ enables travelers to work or play while on-the-go. ($12.99)
Amazon Review:
Fits my iPad Pro 10.5”. At first I hated this thing and thought I just wasted my money, but in less than 5 minutes I finally figured out how to use it and was really excited! It stayed up the whole time, even with slight turbulence and during landing. The attendants never told me anything while all others had to put their trays up lol.
Amazon User Vanessa - . This Inflatable Travel Pillow For Sleeping Better On Flights
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This Airplane Neck Pillow is designed with a perfect 45°angle, allowing your head and neck to naturally lean forward and helps decrease the pressure of your Cervical Vertebra. It’s design also allows for multiple ways to sleep, giving you a much better chance to rest while waking up refreshed. ($17.95)
Amazon Review:
I travel between Asia and the US and the travel times are over 24 hours. I don’t sleep well on planes, but using the travel pillow helps so much with comfort that I can actually sleep. I keep it in the backpack, it doesn’t take up much space, then once I’m settled into my seat and ready to sleep I slip it out and inflate. When I have the window seat I can rest it against the wall and have the prefect support for my head and neck. Would recommend for anyone that struggles with sleeping when traveling!
Amazon User Kindle Customer - . This Knock Knock Pack This! Pad Packing List Notepad To Help You Remember Everything
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An exhaustive packing list of everything you could ever need on a trip, this organizational tool will help even the most forgetful to arrive and depart fully equipped. We can’t begin to tell you the amount of times we’ve forgotten something at home and had to replace during a trip. This is a real lifesaver! ($9.39)
Amazon Review:
We travel frequently and have two children. As any parent knows, packing for yourself and your children can be overwhelming – especially for trip longer than a few days. I have found this list to be a lifesaver and I also give it as a gift for other traveling families. It is easy to plan, organize, and list out items that are easily forgotten.
Amazon User I-really-bought-this - . This Everlasting Comfort Airplane Footrest To Help Take The Strain Off Your Feet
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Constant discomfort and lack of support can make traveling a real nuisance or even problem. This airplane footrest features premium memory foam lining and a dual foot rest area to provide you with optimal comfort and support for your back and legs, which means all you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the flight and take some weight off those tired feet. ($21.95)
Amazon Review:
This is a life saver for flying! It hooks right on to the tray table even when it’s in the upright position. Then you just slip your feet into the furry soft sling and enjoy. No awkward trying to put your feet under the seat in front of you. We also used it in our motorhome when relaxing and didn’t have a recliner. I put my legs in about calf length and watched TV as my legs were in total comfort. Its like a big hug to your legs! Grab one, you won’t regret it! Top five purchases for this year so far easily!
Amazon User Lisac67 - . These Cosmos 5 Pack Chevron Design Comfort Neoprene Handle Wraps/Grips for Luggage
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These comfort grips add a layer of comfort to your handle and fit most luggage handles and tote handles. They turn those nasty, hard plastic handles and turns them into comfy grips. The bright colors also make identifying your bag a lot easier. ($10.99)
Amazon Review:
I was looking for something to help me identify my plain black luggage at the airport without being too crazy or over the top. These are PERFECT for attaching to the handles. They’ve stayed on for me through several flights (including international flights) without ever falling off or causing issue. You won’t regret purchasing these!
Amazon User Amazon Customer - . This TSA Approved Luggage Travel Lock Set
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The 3-digit resettable combination travel lock (set of 4) is easy to set and easy to use, making life very difficult for thieves but can be unlocked and relocked by TSA agents without having to break the lock open. The flexible metal cable also makes it much easier to use on luggage and well-packed bags ($12.98)
Amazon Review:
I bought this obviously to use as a luggage lock, but also for a different yet similar reason. I’ll be studying abroad in a few months and I’ll be traveling all over Europe. Obviously, there’s the possibility of being pick-pocketed, and no matter how hard you try sometimes life happens. I bought a sling-backpack to wear as a replacement for my purse and overnight bag, and I wanted to put my more valuable items in there like my Ipad and important documents.
Amazon User supersun45
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