I Average 100,000 Air Miles Each Year-These 14 Travel Essentials Never Leave My Personal Item

"The trick is to keep my favorite travel essentials in my personal item bag after every trip, significantly reducing the time I need to pack for the next one. From versatile travel pouches to TSA-friendly slip-ons, these accessories have earned a permanent spot in my travel routine. Shop my Amazon personal item must-haves, starting at just $4."

"I typically travel with the largest personal item allowed, so this three-piece pouch set is essential for keeping all of my belongings in neat stashes. I use the two larger bags for essentials like lip balm, hand sanitizer, and other small accessories, while the smallest pouch is ideal for pens or makeup brushes with its long, narrow design. The best part is that these pouches are much more style-forward than Ziploc bags, and they come in a variety of prints and sizes."

"The number of $10 plastic water bottles I've purchased at JFK over the years should be reason enough to put this reusable Owala water bottle in your cart ASAP. The 24-ounce container pays for itself in just one trip, making it well worth the $30 investment. I've had mine for several years now, and I love that it's never leaked and fits inside my tote bag without taking up a lot of space."

Keep favorite travel essentials in a personal-item bag after every trip to minimize packing time for future travel. Use a three-piece pouch set to organize small items like lip balm, hand sanitizer, pens, and makeup brushes. Choose a reusable 24-ounce water bottle to avoid paying for single-use plastic bottles and to save money over multiple trips. Store medications and supplements in the personal item to prevent loss if a carry-on is gate-checked. Maintain TSA-friendly shoes and other routine accessories in the personal item so each trip requires only minimal preparation.

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