Things that will definitely come in handy when traveling
Travel kit:
An inflatable pillow, a sleep mask, and earplugs will help you get a good night’s sleep during a long flight or on an uncomfortable bus. You can put the kit in your carry-on luggage — it will always be at hand and will save you from a stiff neck, bright light, and crying children at any time.
Cling film
Take regular cling film on your trip so you don’t have to spend money on wrapping your luggage at the airport. It will protect your suitcase from minor scratches and abrasions and reduce the likelihood of your things being stolen.
External battery
A power bank and charger will help you stay connected at all times. For walks around the city, a 5,000 mAh external battery will be enough — it will charge your smartphone 1–2 times. If you plan to go to the mountains for a few days, choose a capacity of 10,000 mAh or more. You can take a device with several inputs and charge your laptop together with your phone if the battery is powerful enough.
Stole
A stole or a large scarf has many functions. You can take it to the beach or to the park and use it instead of a blanket. In hot weather, a stole will replace a Panama hat and help prevent sunstroke. When it gets cold, it will warm you up and protect you from the wind.
Raincoat
Taking an umbrella with you on a trip is not the best idea: it is heavy and will not protect you from precipitation in the wind. It is more convenient to take a raincoat and always carry it in your pocket in case of bad weather. Choose a reusable one, not a polyethylene one: it is more environmentally friendly and will last a long time.
Portable water filter
On extreme trips, you can’t always find clean water, and a portable filter will help you drink from natural sources without any problems. If you are traveling alone, take a filter in the form of a small bottle or tube, which can make even river water suitable. For a large group, a portable water purification station is suitable: it resembles a bag in shape and can filter up to 2 liters per minute.
Warm socks
They will definitely not be superfluous: the heating in the room can be turned off, and it can suddenly get cold outside. Trekking or thermal socks that wick away moisture and retain heat will come in handy on a hike. And in case of a sudden cold, woolen ones will come in handy.
Eye drops
During long flights, eyes can dry out due to the conditioned, dry air on the plane. To prevent discomfort, take drops with artificial tears.
Waist bag
A waist bag is not just a fashion accessory, but also an indispensable thing when traveling. It is much more compact than a backpack, but it will fit all the most important things: a smartphone, money, room keys, passport, wet wipes. The bag will not be a hindrance even when walking along mountain routes and riding a bike or attractions.
A set of adhesive plasters
This item is especially relevant for those who like long walks. Probably, many have encountered calluses and corns that spoil the rest. To avoid rubbing your feet, take only comfortable and proven shoes on your trip. And if calluses do appear, adhesive plasters will save you.