I'm a Flight Attendant of 10+ Years, and These 14 Items Belong in Your Carry-on-All on Sale at Amazon, From $9

"January can be a fantastic time to travel. Whether you're taking a snowy getaway or searching for sunshine in the southern hemisphere, there are a few weeks between the holidays and spring break that offer some great deals on plane tickets and lodging. As a flight attendant, I'm not only familiar with these travel trends, but I also know what should be in your bag to make every trip smooth."

"While things are back to normal on the plane after the busy holiday season, the flight crew is catching each other up on all the genius items that made this stressful time of year a little easier (hint: rechargeable hand warmers have been a favorite lately!). As someone always on the lookout for smart travel upgrades, I've spied a few new items in my friends' bags that I'm hoping to try out for myself."

"Ocoopa Rechargeable Hand Warmers More crew members have been carrying these rechargeable hand warmers with them on trips. Traveling is great until you're the only person cold on the plane or in the hotel van, and these hand warmers keep the chill at bay, lasting seven hours on a single charge. Plus, the super compact size means they don't take up much space in your carry-on. Nearly half off, these hand warmers belong in your pocket all winter long."

January offers a window of lower airfare and lodging rates between the holidays and spring break, suitable for snowy getaways or southern-hemisphere sunshine. Flight crew experience identifies compact, practical items that improve comfort on trips. Rechargeable hand warmers like the Ocoopa model provide up to seven hours of heat and are highly portable and discounted. Warming foot masks such as Dr. Scholl's soothe, moisturize and relieve sore feet after travel, available in multipacks for budget-friendly packing. Additional sought items include personal safety alarms and cozy matching lounge sets, with many Amazon deals starting at roughly $9.

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