Hi Reader,

These are the travel items that have been in our suitcases for every trip we’ve taken this year. They’ve earned their place because we use them trip after trip, whether we’re heading out for a full day or organizing everything in a carry-on.

Gear We Reach for Trip After Trip

A compact travel toothbrush​
A small rechargeable toothbrush is easy to pack and doesn’t take up much space. I like this one because it’s compact and recharges with USB-C, so I can use a cable I already carry.
​See the toothbrush​

A clear toiletry kit​
I’ve bought this bag three times over the years. It lays flat on the counter, and the clear sides make it easy to see what’s inside.
​See the toiletry kit​

Compression packing cubes​
The different sizes help me organize clothes so I can quickly find what I need. All four fit in my carry-on, and I sometimes use the smallest cube for a change of clothes in my backpack.
​See the packing cubes​

A dry bag​
I keep a dry bag inside my daypack to protect my phone, passport, and other things I don’t want getting wet. It’s also handy for separating wet clothes from dry clothes in my luggage.
​See the dry bag​

AirTags for our bags​
AirTags have helped us find missing bags and go back for bags we accidentally left behind. We keep one in our carry-ons, backpacks, daypacks, and crossbody bags.
​See the AirTags​

The Bags We Carry

We usually bring a daypack on outings. When we need extra room for things like towels or swimsuits, we add a lightweight packable backpack. It gives us more space without requiring us to carry a second full-size bag every day.

​See the daypack​
​See the packable NanoBag backpack​

Choosing Gear You’ll Use Trip After Trip

The best travel gear is the kind you reach for on more than one kind of trip. For us, that means items that are compact, easy to organize, and useful for everything from sightseeing to beach days.

What’s one item that always makes it into your suitcase?

Until next time,

Melodie
​Travel Must Do's​

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