I Went Hotel Hopping Across Europe-These 15 Travel Essentials Make Every Stay Comfy, No Matter Where You Are

"As a travel writer and photographer, I've been hotel hopping for years. I love experiencing multiple hotels while exploring one destination, and hotel hopping is a genius (and budget-friendly) way to do it. It can also be helpful for the logistics side of travel. On a recent trip to Ticino, Switzerland, I started and ended in Ascona; I first stayed at the luxury lakeside Hotel Eden Roc, and then moved to the boutique hotel Art Hotel Riposo for my last night before heading home."

"To deal with the packing portion, I've purchased several specific travel products that have made moving between hotels so much easier. If you're excited to try the hotel hopping trend for yourself, keep scrolling: You'll find my 15 favorite items that make hotel hopping a breeze and keep me organized while traveling, including my go-to Monos carry-on, my favorite Quince jewelry travel case, and more, starting at just $10."

Hotel hopping involves staying at multiple accommodations within the same city and has surged in popularity, with social buzz increasing over 1,100 percent and 54 percent of travelers expressing interest. Hotel hopping provides diverse experiences and amenities across different properties and can be budget-friendly while aiding trip logistics by allowing strategic start and end locations. Common downsides include repeated repacking and time gaps between check-out and check-in. Specific travel products such as a durable carry-on and a jewelry travel case can simplify transitions. A curated list of 15 recommended items includes options starting at $10.

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