Gifts for the Explorer (Part 1)

I love my airpod case cover with a carabiner clip so I can move it easily from my purse strap or backpack. It comes in all kinds of colors. (And of course Airpods have been the best for watching my own downloaded shows, listening to audio books while I travel, or using online tours or scavenger hunt apps.)

My luggage strap saves my back; I can put a personal item like a computer bag or backpack on my wheeled carry on and it doesn’t shift or move.

Having used it regularly for seven years now, I can say this carry on hard case suitcase is phenomenal. I’ve had zero issues with it and it has traveled all over the world with me! 

I use these small pouches in my carry on for medicines and electronics. I like to buy the two pack and save one back as a gift, too!

My foldable travel yoga mat lays flat in my suitcase and keeps me off hotel room floors; it comes in several prints and colors.

I was surprised at how much this cute and affordable tote bag carried AND was surprised by how many compliments I received on it. I used it frequently as I traveled for business, too, and packed it full and heavy and it held up great.

My favorite backpack for a shorter trip (I also use it when I teach at our local university) fits my laptop, small bags for chargers, books, water bottle, and all my necessities. Nice smaller size. I’ve carried it EVERYWHERE for a couple years and it still looks new.

This is my go-to backpack if I’m going for a longer trip and need to pack more. I can fit SO MUCH in it but it is lightweight on its own and has really great pockets and storage.

I’m not exaggerating when I say these packing cubes changed my life. Packing is easier, unpacking is easier, finding things is easier, keeping things clean and organized is easier. How did I ever travel without them? I have pink; my hubby has black. Loads of color options. I’ve bought a couple different brands but this is my favorite set.

This is by far the best travel pillow I’ve ever used. I love everything about it… the memory foam, the adjustability, the included eye mask and pouch for earplugs, the case that keeps it clean, the angle it keeps my head at… any long flight where I hope to sleep, I take this!

This travel outlet adapter is the best if you are hitting the UK, Europe, and the US as it can do all of them as well as having USB ports!