Our 18 Best-Selling Travel Products From 2022 You’ll Need In 2023

While we never like to consider a break-in while traveling, it’s always better to be realistic and prepared. Our retired flight attendant expert, Kentrell Charles, never travels without this compact door stop alarm. The small size makes it easy to fit into any travel bag and wedge into your hotel door upon arrival. The non-skid pad will prevent the door from opening and instantly trigger a piercing alarm if attempted.

In addition to the doorstop, Kentrell also highly recommends this handy door handle alarm. Once activated, the piercing alarm will sound if the door handle is touched. It’s small, portable, and battery-powered, so you can use it on any hotel room door or at your vacation rental for added security.

Kentrell also recommends traveling with this personal security device, the She’s Birdie alarm. This alarm can be attached to your keychain for added peace of mind while exploring a new destination. Don’t let the size fool you — this alarm is LOUD and activates a flashing strobe light when triggered. Users simply need to remove the top pin if a security risk arises and replace it once all is clear.

Readers also loved Kentrell’s next travel security item: an RFID-blocking passport and vaccine card holder for peace of mind on international trips. It keeps personal information safe from being stolen. This one holds a vaccine card, credit cards, boarding passes, and other important documents. It’s available in a wide variety of colors and patterns to stand out from the crowd at customs.

Our travel writer Peggy Cleveland obviously flies often but admitted she didn’t usually use a neck pillow. During one of her 10-hour flights, she decided to try this lumbar support pillow and absolutely loved having the extra support. Since it’s inflatable, it’s very easy to travel with and blow up when needed. As a bonus, Peggy said it doubles as a lap pad for her computer during flights and long road trips.

Anyone you know who travels with electronic devices (and in today’s world, who doesn’t?!) needs this organizer. The compact waterproof case can hold cables, chargers, power banks, phones, readers, batteries, et cetera. Available in multiple colors, there are folded and zippered styles with mesh pockets and pouches.

Kentrell said these reusable produce bags are lifesavers when it comes to organized packing. They’re great for holding keys, medications, and important travel documents in your carry-on. Put items that will be used less in the bottom of your bag and the most used items on top.

Pro Tip: It’s typically not the best idea to pack your keys, baggage claim ticket, or important documents in your checked bags. In case luggage is lost or delayed, you don’t want to delay your arrival home by not having your car keys. 

Writer Peggy Cleveland is a huge fan of Clinique Moisture surge spray. This size is carry-on approved! Throughout the flight, she recommends spritzing your face with it as it adds moisture with the bonus of a cooling mist. 

Kentrell recommends always packing a toothbrush in your carry-on while flying. This foldable toothbrush is the perfect size to easily fit in any bag. None of us want to arrive at a destination without a toothbrush, plus, it’s helpful in case you eat something especially pungent at the airport. 

This inexpensive device can save you time and money. Weigh your bags when you pack so you have no surprises when you check in. The Amazon Basics Portable Luggage Scale is digital, compact, and has a flexible strap for attaching the bag to be weighed. The maximum weight is 110 pounds and the scale is under $15.

One of our expert writers, Jeff Stahlhut, says this nightlight is a must when it comes to traveling. No longer do you need to worry about leaving a light on in the bathroom of a hotel, hoping it’s dim enough not to keep you up but bright enough to keep you from cracking your leg into a dresser. This particular option is simple, inexpensive, and even comes in a multi-pack if you think you may need more than one. A helpful hint is to leave yourself a note someplace so you don’t forget to take it with you when you leave!

TravelAwaits Content Strategist Laura Ray shared one of her favorite finds of the summer, and our readers went crazy over it! This pool float is compact enough to travel with, easy to inflate (no air pump required), offers many lounging options while remaining stable, and isn’t difficult to get yourself onto. We know you may not be thinking about pool or lake toys during the winter, but why not plan ahead for spring and summer fun?

Bonus: It costs less than $13!