10 Travel Essentials You Need for a Stress-Free Airport Experience
Are you the type who arrives at the airport hours before your scheduled flight? Many prefer arriving early to allocate enough time for check-in and immigration processes. On average, travelers spend around two to three hours in the airport waiting for boarding, allowing them to grab a meal, catch up on sleep, or even get some work done in between.
To make sure you have a hassle-free experience in the airport, having the right travel essentials is crucial. Including noise-cancelling headphones and power banks in your carry-on bag not only makes the waiting more bearable, but also helps keep you relaxed before hopping on a plane.
Whether you have a long flight ahead or you’re an early bird who always arrives hours before a flight, enjoy a smooth airport experience with the following travel essentials:
Power Bank
It can be challenging to find a secure charging port in the airport, more so if you want to stay in a comfortable area. A compact power bank that fits in your bag comes in handy, especially if you’ll be using your phone to stay in touch with friends or even to check last-minute work e-mails.
IXNINE’s 27,000mAh capacity is ideal for charging different smartphones and can even be used to charge a tablet so you can stay connected on the go. The big plus? It’s also fast-charging so you can get enough juice to power your device in minutes.
Reusable Water Bottle
While you can always buy drinks from airport stalls and shops, you can save money by just refilling your water bottle from the drinking fountains found in airports. Skipping single-use plastic water bottles also helps reduce waste. Klean Kanteen’s insulated water bottles are good options to consider as they are handy and come with leakproof caps.
Travel Pillow
Travel pillows can help keep you comfortable while waiting in airport lounges and during long flights. Since some seats are not designed for prolonged periods of sitting, your chosen pillow can help prevent neck strain so you can relax and enjoy some sleep. Cabeau’s washable memory foam pillow is a good option to consider. It also comes with a travel case that can fit inside your bag for smooth traveling.
Noise-Cancelling Headphones
Block out airport noise and enjoy your favorite songs while waiting for your flight. If you want to catch up on your favorite movies and series, your Bluetooth noise-canceling headphones can help you stay focused on what you’re watching, too. Soundcore’s Life Q20 model can reduce ambient noises by up to 90 percent while promising up to 40 hours of non-stop playtime.
Toiletry Bag
Don’t forget to pack your toothbrush, toothpaste, wet wipes, tissues, sunscreen, lotions, and even your hairbrush in one handy bag. Whether you’re taking connecting flights or expecting a quick layover in the airport, staying fresh is important. Thule’s toiletry bag can fit all your essentials, allowing you to freshen up with ease before hopping on your next flight.
Travel Wallet
Save yourself from the trouble of misplacing passports and boarding passes by keeping them in one wallet together with your money and credit cards. Fintie’s passport holder comes with multiple compartments that can accommodate five passports (perfect if you’re traveling with the family), credit card slots, and side pockets, among others. The bonus? It has a built-in RFID-blocking lining that protects your cards from unwanted scans.
E-Reader
Book lovers will always bring a book or two with them during a trip, but if you want to save on bag space and bring more than 10 books with you, an e-reader is your best travel buddy. The all-new Kindle can store thousands of books, so you can stay entertained in the airport or during your flight. It also has a paper-like display and adjustable light and dark modes to make it easier to read in the morning or at night.
Sleeping Mask
Do you find it difficult to catch some sleep with harsh fluorescent lighting? Don’t forget to pack your sleeping mask so you can get precious shut-eye before or mid-flight. Mavogel’s cotton sleep eye mask is ergonomic, fits every head size, and effectively blocks light so you can sleep soundly without straining your eyes.
Retractable Multi-Charging Cable
Are you bringing multiple smartphones and gadgets with you? Save on bag space with a multi-charging cable that has USB Type-C, Micro USB, and Lightning connectors. Minlu’s retractable charging cord is compatible with iPhones, Android devices, and even tablets. Having a multi-charging cable also lets you maximize the coveted charging port in the airport since you can power up multiple devices in one go.
Travel Adapter
An adapter is one of the most important travel gadgets you can pack in your bag, allowing you to travel easily knowing you can plug into any outlet and keep your devices fully charged. If you’re traveling internationally, a travel adapter lets you use any outlet available in airports without issues. Ceptics’ travel adapter is a must-own as it’s a compact essential that works in more than 150 countries.
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