THE TRAVEL ACCESSORIES YOU SHOULDN'T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT
Travel can lose its charm fast when you’re sprinting through the airport hunting for an outlet, wedged into a cramped middle seat, or trying to feel at home in a shoebox-sized hotel room. With a few well-chosen accessories in your luggage, though, you can turn the whole trip into something far more comfortable—and even a little luxurious.
Keep things organized with stylish packing cubes, avoid surprise surcharges with a digital luggage scale, and store your toiletries in TSA-compliant, leak-proof silicone bottles. Of course, a few extras, like a supportive travel pillow, can also help keep you more comfortable en route. And once you reach your destination, a Fire Stick will let you stream all your shows, and a vegan leather crossbody bag (one of Oprah’s Favorite Things from 2025!) will ensure you sightsee in style.
Plus, shop editor picks from our 2025 Travel O-wards—gear that we vetted and tested for practicality and design in equal measure. From genius toiletry capsules to a collapsible water bottle, only true travel champions made our list.
Below, find our favorite travel accessories to make your time away safer, smoother, and more enjoyable.
EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter
There’s no need to stock a full suite of power adaptors—even if your travels take you all over the globe. A universal adaptor is a must, says Delia Monk, a tour director for group travel company EF Ultimate Break. This single device can charge all your electronics, wherever you are.
$17.99
Bagsmart Crush Toiletry Bag
“Inspired by a duffel, this roomy cosmetic bag means you can take your whole routine with you,” says Oprah. “Two main compartments and front zippered pockets make sure everything—skin care, shower essentials, makeup, brushes, even medications—stays upright and organized.” It’s the only toiletry bag you’ll need to pack ever again.
$32.48
My TagAlongs Double Eyeglass Case
If you toggle constantly between eyeglasses and sunglasses, this soft-sided, two-compartment case will keep them scratch-free in your travel bag. Available in a variety of colors, the case makes it easy to find your specs.
$15.00
Satechi OntheGo 3-in-1 Charger
This sleek foldable charger powers your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all at once. Its compact design makes it perfect for travel. Plus, its Qi2 fast charging technology juices up your devices quickly.
$99.99
Mali+Lili Gail Crossbody Bag
“Just-right size for days when you only need a few necessities—cards, keys, and phone—this comes with a matching vegan leather crossbody strap and a striped-webbing option,” says Oprah of her 2025 Favorite Things pick.
$43.32
MLVOC Travel Pillow
Reviewers love this ergonomic memory foam travel pillow for its support, breathable fabric, and washable cover. Bonus: It comes with earplugs, an eye mask, and a travel bag for easy packing.
$29.99
Anker Travel Essential Portable Charger
When you’re using your phone’s map app all day, you’ll zap the battery in a flash. A portable power bank can save you from having a dead device. This one can charge an iPhone 15 Pro to 58 percent in just 30 minutes.
$49.99
Bodyguard Inverted Umbrella
Unfortunately, rain happens—even when you’re on vacation. Be prepared when the weather turns with this clever umbrella. It’s a traveler’s favorite because its lightweight frame folds inside out to contain drips.
$21.49
Touchland Power Mist Hydrating Hand Sanitizer
Hand sanitizer is a must when you’re traveling, but why settle for boring? Touchland makes staying clean more fun with scents like Wild Watermelon and Mango Passion in travel-size spray bottles.
$10.00
Que Collapsible Water Bottle
We’re all committed to single-use plastic—until we run out of room in our carry-on for our water bottles. Enter Que, which expands to a full-size bottle and collapses into nearly half its size. We love that it is lightweight, leak-proof, and made from a BPA-free, food-grade silicone.
$19.95
Apple AirTag
If you’re checking a bag, slip an AirTag inside. With help from the Find My app, you can track your luggage and travel with a little extra peace of mind.
$29.00
YUNI Beauty Shower Sheets Body Wipes
Did you take the red-eye and have no time to shower before a big meeting? Or maybe that walking tour has you sweating bullets. Either way, body wipes can save the day. They’ll keep you feeling and smelling fresh, despite the fact that they’re nontoxic, plant-based, biodegradable, compostable, and free of harmful ingredients.
$18.00
Apple AirPods Pro 3
During long travel days, the AirPods Pro 3 provide up to 10 hours of listening time on one charge. “And when you’re traveling in France, Germany, Portugal, or Spain, they can translate in real time—it’s just so genius,” says Oprah.
$199.00
KUSSHI The Hair Tools Bag
This heat-resistant (up to 380°F!) neoprene bag can safely stash styling tools—even if they’re still warm. Thanks to individual pockets for brushes, sprays, and accessories, say goodbye to cord tangles in the hotel bathroom.
$89.00
JISULIFE Handheld Mini Fan
This palm-sized fan does more than keep you cool in hot, humid weather or on crowded transportation. It also functions as a flashlight and a backup power bank—just in case.
$17.99
SNOOZ Go Portable Sound Machine
Get better sleep anywhere with this portable white noise machine. It drowns out hotel hallway noise, airplane noise, and more, and emits a warm white light if you need to illuminate the route to the bathroom. It even doubles as a Bluetooth speaker.
$59.99
LifeStraw Sip
This reusable stainless steel straw is the travel must-have you didn’t know you needed. It filters drinking water, removing bacteria, parasites, and microplastics.
$29.00
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
An e-reader not only provides entertainment en route and a chance to catch up on buzzy books, but also helps you actually pause and relax while on vacation. “With my Kindle—or any eReader, for that matter—it’s easy to unwind anywhere,” says travel blogger Lisa Stentvedt.
$159.99
Etekcity Digital Hanging Luggage Scale
Highly rated on Amazon with nearly 58,000 five-star reviews, this inexpensive portable digital luggage scale will help ensure you never have to pay overweight fees on your bags again.
$12.25
AOZITA Reusable Wine Bags
Not just for wine, travelers depend on these cushioned bags to carefully cradle and protect all their most precious souvenirs, including beverages, breakable keepsakes, camera lenses, cosmetics, and more.
$19.99
General Medi Mini First Aid Kit
Especially when you’re traveling, it’s better to be safe than sorry! This mini kit includes nearly 100 hospital-grade supplies, including Band-Aids, antiseptics, blister pads, and more.
$9.95
SENSYNE 60-Inch Phone Tripod & Selfie Stick
When you bring a phone tripod and selfie stick combo on vacay, you’ll never have to ask a stranger to take your picture. It’s lightweight, easy to use (there’s a built-in remote!), and perfect for capturing every adventure.
$21.81
Belkin SurgePlus USB Swivel Surge Protector and Charger
It’s hard enough to find one available outlet in a busy airport terminal, so what are you supposed to do when you need a charger for your phone, your laptop, and your e-reader? Carry a simple, old-fashioned power strip like this one, which has three three-prong receptacles and two USB ports for all your needs.
$20.99
Loop Switch 2 Adjustable Ear Plugs
Speaking of better zzzs, when you’re trying to sleep on a crowded train, or the guests in the next hotel room are being a little too rowdy, these earplugs can help. They offer three levels of noise reduction: “Engage” mode to diffuse noise while maintaining conversations, “Experience” mode for crisper sound at live events, and “Quiet” for full noise reduction.
$59.95
Amazon Fire TV Stick HD
An Amazon Fire TV Stick turns any hotel TV into your own personal living room, which makes it especially appealing when you’re away from home. Just plug it into the HDMI port, connect to Wi-Fi, and you can stream your favorite shows, movies, and playlists instead of scrolling aimlessly through limited cable channels.
$34.99
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera
Capture all those precious summer vacation moments with an instantly rewarding Polaroid camera—no need to pull out (or get sucked into) your smartphone. This one comes with a carrying case and plenty of fun stickers to help you make the most of every shot.
$119.99
Brouk & Co Travel Jewelry Case
Travelers will love how this sleek case keeps jewelry safe, organized, and scratch-free—no more tangled chains or missing pieces while on the go. “With dedicated compartments, a wraparound zipper, and a built-in mirror, this grab-and-go vegan patent leather case keeps every sparkle right where it belongs,” says Oprah.
$19.99
ASUTRA Silk Eye Pillow
It can be hard to fall asleep when you’re not in your own bed, so make sure to take a sleep mask—like this Oprah’s Favorite Things pick—with you on your travels. It’s lightly weighted and filled with lavender buds to help lull you to dreamland.
$19.99
OPTP Super Pinky Ball Massage Ball
When your feet are sore from logging dozens of miles while touring a new city, or your back is in knots from a cramped plane seat, this simple pink ball can help apply counterpressure for sweet relief.
$7.99
BondiBoost Mini Interchangeable 2-in-1 Hair Straightener Brush and Curling Iron
It doesn’t get cuter (and more convenient) than this adorable 12-inch two-in-one hair tool. You can give yourself a sleeker look with the straightening brush or go for bouncy waves with the curling iron.
$69.00
URPOWER Dog Seat Belt
Bringing your furry friend along on your family road trip this summer? Don’t forget to get them their own seatbelt to make sure they’re safely and securely strapped in.
$9.99
Kizik Prague 2 Hands-Free Sneakers
Kizik’s Prague step-in sneakers feature a patented design that lets you slide them on without bending over. And while they might look like your average sneaker, each pair features an ergonomic insole for premium arch support and a padded heel for a secure fit.
$57.50
Baby Shusher Portable Sound Machine
There’s nothing more stressful than walking a screaming baby up and down the aisles of a plane. This handy gadget may seem wacky, but it can help! It uses a real human voice to lull your baby to sleep with a calming shush. “This has been the only way we have been able to travel with our newborn without her screaming the entire ride,” says one reviewer. “It’s small enough to keep in the diaper bag. Worth every penny,” says another.
$34.99
Nori Press Steam Iron
Traveling for business or to attend a special event? Or just want to look cute for a date night on vacation? This mini iron, which appeared on Oprah’s Favorite Things list in 2022, will help remove wrinkles from your clothes and keep you looking polished wherever you go.
$119.00
Cadence The You Set
Another Travel O-ward winner, this customizable system lets you decant and label all your lotions, potions, and pills into vessels of various sizes and colors. The set packs flat into a clear plastic dopp kit, which doubles as a tray when open. Bonus: The containers all have magnets, so you can snap them together vertically when bathroom space is limited.
$233.00
July Packing Cells
Packing cubes keep your suitcase, and therefore you, organized. This set from our 2025 Travel O-wards comes with four, so you can separate clothing, undergarments, socks, makeup—you name it—and avoid digging through a jumble of items. They’re made from a washable, stain-proof nylon and have see-through mesh tops and handles, so you can grab and go with ease.
$100.00
2026-01-09T16:49:44Z
