5 Things to Pack to Help You Sleep Better When Traveling

Nothing is worse than being exhausted after a long day of travel, only to be kept awake all night by noisy hotel room neighbors, slamming doors, or elevator sounds in the hallway. If you're a light sleeper or just want to guarantee restful shut-eye on your next trip, consider packing the new Rohm+ Travel Sound Machine. This upgraded version of the original Rohm sound machine offers an impressive 20 sleep-inducing sound options, ranging from white and pink noise to nature tracks and meditation soundscapes to drown out unwanted sounds.


Designed for versatility, the Rohm+ doubles as a wireless Bluetooth speaker, so you can switch from dreamy nighttime soundscapes to upbeat playlists, audiobooks, or podcasts during the day. For a travel-sized gadget, the Rohm+ has an impressive battery life of up to 20 hours and can be recharged via USB or wirelessly. Bou.

Sleeping on a plane can feel like an impossible task. Most travel pillows simply don’t work, allowing your head to bob the minute you slip into slumber. Cabeau’s new Air TNE pillow solves this problem, closing the standard u-shaped loop with an adjustable chinstrap that provides 360-degree support and stops your head from slumping forward. 

The TNE is inflatable, allowing you to add just enough air to keep the neck supports at the perfect height and saving room in your carry-on.

Loud plane cabins, crying babies, and chatty seatmates—there’s a reason earplugs are one of the first things we always pack on a trip. Loop’s Quiet Earplugs feel like the first-class version of traditional bulky foam earplugs. Made from soft and flexible silicone, these sleek earplugs are comfortable even for side sleepers, and they’re discreet enough that you can wear them through the airport or on the plane without attracting attention.

We especially love the tiny carrying case the Loops come with, which helps keep them clean and protected during travel.

Several studies have shown that lavender can help with sleep quality, and it’s an inexpensive and drug-free way to relax and fall asleep faster while traveling. Spray this essential oil blend on your pillowcase the next time you travel to feel calmer and sleep better. It won’t stain your pillowcase; if nothing else, it will help cover up any musty hotel room odors.

If you’ve ever been woken up by annoyingly bright sunlight shining through hotel room curtains that don’t close completely, you know how essential an eye mask can be. We recommend Manta’s Sleep Eye Mask, which completely blocks out light.

The eye mask has lightweight foam cups that provide total blackness without putting pressure on your eyelids, allowing for the rapid eye movement that’s important for deep sleep.