10 Smart Travel Products You Loved This Month

What Is It: A wheeled carry-on that fits under your airplane seat.

Why It's Smart:

• Comes with a full-size back-up bag that folds down compact when not needed

• Included Add-A-Bag strap lets you connect a purse or another bag to this one

• Fits under airplane seats

• Side pocket for water bottles

• Lightweight (5.2 lbs.)

• Telescoping handle lets you wheel the bag around easily

• Plenty of zippered compartments to keep everything organized

Where to Buy: Available on Amazon.

What Is It: Nite Ize DoohicKey QuicKey, a key sized multi-tool.

Why It's Smart:

• Allowed on airplanes

• Can be used as: a file, bottle opener, scoring point (works to open plastic packages, etc.), flat head screwdriver, and cutting tool

• Tiny size: 2.5"x1.0"x.2"

• Weighs 0.69 oz

• Stainless steel

Where to Buy: Available on Amazon.

What Is It: A portable airplane footrest that offers leg support.

Why It's Smart:

• Adjustable height

• Attaches to the tray table

• Can be used with the tray up or down

• Makes plane seats more comfortable, especially if your feet don't normally touch the ground

• Does not block access to your row

Where to Buy: Available on Amazon.

What Is It: A compressible jacket that packs away into a small bag.

Why It's Smart:

• Lightweight, but still very warm

• Synthetic insulation is as warm as down (and warmer than down when wet)

• Water-resistant

• Windproof

• Quick-drying

• Elasticated hood can be secured around your face

• Adjustable hem

Where to Buy: Available on Craghopper's website for men and women.

What Is It: Foldable shoes designed for cycling and walking.

Why It's Smart:

• Sheepskin-lined memory foam insole supports feet for long walks

• Flexible neoprene upper resists water

• Rubber outsole provides traction

• Folds in half for easy packing

• Comes with a reversible, optional, ankle strap (one side is black for a fashionable look, and one is reflective for nighttime riding)

• Straps can be removed and used to tie pant cuffs back so they don't get caught in bike chains

• Very stylish—appropriate for work or a nice restaurant

Where to Buy: Available on FlipSlip.com.

What Is It: A toiletry kit that lays flat in your luggage (or hangs on the back of a bathroom door).

Why It's Smart:

• Comes with a lifetime guarantee

• Removable hanging hook

• Four compartments keep everything organizing

• One section is lined with PVC film so that any spills can be contained and cleaned up easily

• Packs flat

Where to Buy: Available on Amazon.

What Is It: Silicone rubber wristbands infused with citronella oil.

Why It's Smart:

• 15 percent concentration of natural citronella oil prevents bug bites

• Non-toxic

• DEET-free

• Waterproof

• Reusable (lasts for six days and comes with a storage pouch)

• More travel-friendly than a spray bottle

Where to Buy: Available on Amazon.

What Is It: This system works with any sized toothpaste tube, converting your full-sized container into a travel-sized one that you can take on an airplane.

Why It's Smart:

• Works both ways—you can fill the travel-sized tube, and also put any unused toothpaste back into the full-size container

• Easy to use

• Works with other products (like ointment)

• Saves money

• Better for the environment than disposable tubes

Where to Buy: Available on Amazon.

What Is It: A small power strip that allows you to plug in up to five devices.

Why It's Smart:

• Small—weighs 8 ounces and is 4" x 2.5" x 2.5"

• Has four outlets and 1 USB port

• Can connect multiple power cubes together for even more outlet space

Where to Buy: Available on Amazon.

What Is It: A three-pack of travel-sized Tide laundry detergent.

Why It's Smart:

• Contains .51 ounces of detergent, just enough to wash a few items in the sink while traveling

• Easy to pack

• Comes with a $1 off coupon

Where to Buy: Available on Amazon.

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