We all count down the days until vacation. Vacation is fun. Travel? Not so much. Whether you’re packing up the trunk of the car or trying to fit all your on-the-go necessities into a carry-on, getting to your destination is a mess of trying to remember everything on your packing list and maintaining sanity in tight spaces and in close proximity to travel companions. These utilitarian and clever packing essentials will make the process of getting there much more bearable. (And if you need a way to make sure you have all of this packed before you head out the door, download one of these packing apps.)
Packing
Travelon Bag Bungee // $14.99
eBags Pack-it-Flat Toiletry Kit // $34.99
Pack-It Original Starter Set // $45.95
Infinity Pillow // $39.00
Minisoak Travel Pack Scentless // $11
Tech
Skooba Design Cable Stable DLX // $33.71
Bose QuietComfort 20 Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones // $249
Beauty
VMV Hypoallergenics Re-Everything Lotion // $45
Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water Cloths // $39
Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray // $44
Fashion
Plain Anti-Skimming Passport Wallet // $25.95
Women 2-Way Stole // $19.90
Women’s Original Vinyl Smock // $230