A few of my travel faves

With summer travels upon us, I thought I'd share a few of my fave items for the road

1. Packing Cubes

2. packable fragrance (that gets through security)

3. Dry Shampoo

4. Exercise bands

5. bed/pillow spray

6. Electrolytes

7. This waterbottle

8. My favorite backpack

9. Depuffing mask

10. eye patches

Whether you are getting on a plane or taking a road trip, all of these items are my “go to’s.” I don’t leave home without them.

Photo by Elaine Tu on Unsplash

Packing Cubes

I try to pack in a carry on - but even if I’m checking a bag or heading off to a week at the beach these things just help. I’m always amazed at what I can get in my bag and they also help me keep items organized. Definitely a game changer.

Packable Fragrance (small enough to get through security)

The fragrance from Maya is both fresh and has staying power. It’s a roller so easy to apply. AND it is so easy to pack because it is so small! I also love the price point and it lasts forever!

Dry Shampoo

It’s a must for on the road (and let’s be honest in everyday life) but with this travel size, you can refresh the hair while also getting through security. This is my favorite brand but here is another option that is a little less expensive that also gets the job done!

Exercise Bands

You never know what your day is going to look like and depending on where you go, there isn’t always a gym to take advantage of. These bands are great and I use them both on the road and at home.

Bed/Pillow Spray

A new additional to my arsenal of goods, I love that this spray is focused on a scent that encourages rest. It also just feels kind of luxurious to spray your linens before you hop into bed after a long day of travel.

Electrolytes

Staying hydrated is actually one of the hardest things to do - especially when you fly. I have a tendency to get the air bloat that comes with flying the friendly skies so electrolytes are helpful in getting things back on track while on the road (especially for long flights). I especially love this brand.

This waterbottle

Speaking of hydration, having a water bottle on hand all the time helps you stay hydrated and I love this one. I’m definitely a Stanley fan - so when I found this lightweight option I went for it!

My favorite backpack

I get compliments on this thing ALL THE TIME! I chose it for several reasons - the storage and varying compartments. The ability to have a charging port for those times where charging ports aren’t available. The spot for a water bottle AND my favorite, it easily slips over the handle of my carryon so I can roll all of it together and save my back/shoulders.

Depuffing Mask

This is a splurge, but worth it on the road and off. My puffiness shows up more on the road due to not getting as much sleep or hydration, but also because of the types of foods eaten. BUT, if you have a high salt/alcohol kind of day this stuff can work magic the next morning. Ten minutes can get the job done but if you have a little extra time leave on for 30 and you will be shocked at it’s magic!

Eye Patches

I love these and I pop them in the fridge once I get to my hotel . I use them at night or in the morning. These also help with depuffing but they also just make my dry eyes feel better. There is something about the recycled air or a new climate that shifts my skin and as I’ve gotten older, my eyes don’t just feel it, they show it.

Bonus - for the eyes, this stick. You can use it under or over makeup and it’s great for other areas like your neck lines that might be poppin’ after a long trip.

I hope your summer travels are full of wonderful places and memories with the folks your love the most and I hope these travel faves/tips help these times be just a little more manageable.

And as a heads up, I’m going to be working on an Atlanta guide - sharing a ton of my favorite spots and restaurants - perfect for a staycation for my local friends or a weekend trip for those looking to enjoy my beautiful city!