As we all know, there are essential items when traveling. These elements make our trip less stressful and more enjoyable. But, some of them we end up forgetting, maybe because of inexperience, carelessness or lack of planning. Although we worry about wearing clothes and accessories that give us comfort and security, by constantly traveling we realize what we really need.

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Even Hough, there is not an exact number of essential items, since everything depends on the person, the type of trip and the chosen destination. However, whether we travel alone or accompanied, for a day or a week, we can certainly list items that will be very useful. Keep an eye on these essential items in your suitcase so that you can take notes and carry them with you on your next trip.

Essential Travel Items that every traveler must have

These items should be the basis of any packing list as they will be the best travel accessories that you will invest in and appreciate trip after trip.

Packing Cubes

The packing cubes are essential items and we should not underestimate their utility. Whether we use them in a carry-on or a backpack, they make organizing clothes, cosmetics and other items much easier. They really do save space and help keep everything organized. The best thing is that we can get them in different sizes and we can store different clothes and organize them by size or travel destination.

Sunscreen

This has always been one of the items that we must carry and that we cannot forget whatever the destination. Even if we are not going to spend our vacations on the beach, we will be exposed to the sun to a lesser or greater extent.

Many dermatology experts say that we should put on sunscreen before getting on the plane. Since the windows, they do not block all the sun’s rays even though they are designed to protect us from UVB rays. In addition, the altitude also makes it easier for us to receive more ultraviolet rays.

Basic first aid kit

Whether we are in China or Namibia, health is not something to be toyed with. For this reason, the first aid kit is one of those essential items that can save our lives, especially on long trips and to tropical countries. In the basic first aid kit you can’t miss: our medicines, antibiotics, painkillers, antihistamines, anti-diarrheal, band-aids, betadine, repellents, gauze, stomach protector and antibacterial gel. Of course, it is convenient to know the sanitary conditions of the country to visit, to determine the extras to take in our first aid kit.

Camera

This is one of the essential and most precious items at the time of travel. Since a photo can say more than a thousand words and when we travel, we also create memories and experiences, which can only be captured with the camera. Although many Smartphones today have impressive cameras, investing in a good camera is a must when traveling. In addition, we must take into account that it is compact and has a battery that can last all day.

Waterproof shoes

Wearing waterproof shoes prevents us from having to worry about rain or walking through a dirty one and the best thing is that they can be easily cleaned. Besides, whether we go hiking or not, or travel in the fall, spring or winter, investing in good waterproof shoes is always a good idea. It is important to take into account to choose model that is comfortable.

Multi-port cables

It is essential to have electronic items and therefore keeping them loaded and updated when we travel is. Hence, a charging cable, with multiple ports such as micro USB, USB and Lightning cable, can help us to charge them all, even at the same time if we want to. It also uses less space by having all the cables in one, which avoids forgetting some of them.

Power bank

This portable external battery can make easer our lives during the trip, since it can be used to charge different electronic devices (Smartphone, iPhones, tablets, iPod players, portable video game consoles, eBooks…) by means of a USB connection cable. This allows you to have a backup battery when you travel for long hours and for example you see that in the airport all the ports are occupied. Or if your battery is left in the phone and you need to make an important call or query.

Universal power adapter

Some countries around the world and especially in Europe have different electrical outlets and connections. So, if we are not careful, recharging the battery of our electronic devices can be a difficult task. This will be one of the essential items in our suitcase, if we want to keep our electronic devices working, anywhere in the world. In addition, it is a small and easy to store item.

Reusable Water-bottle

The reusable water bottle is another of those essential items in our suitcase and also the best for our trips. So whether we’re hiking or not staying hydrated can be a big challenge. But carrying a reusable water bottle is a great help in this mission.

The recommendation is those in countries where water is expensive, fill it up at the hotel and in places where public water is questionable, it is best to buy bottled water in the largest possible format and refill it. This way we will have clean and filtered water at all times and we will be doing our bit for the environment.

Travel document organizer

This accessory is very useful to store passports, identifications, credit cards, travel insurance, reservations, boarding cards and all those documents that we consider should be at hand. By having everything organized, we avoid losing things, and we will also be able to carry out check-ups, boarding, immigration, customs, more quickly.

Invest in one that is not bulky, but has enough space for a passport, credit or ID cards, money, paper, pen and boarding pass, with RFID protection (to protect against identity theft).

Cosmetic and personal care kit

It is important to take into consideration that personal care and cosmetic products are indispensable when traveling and each person will add or remove some according to his or her needs. In addition, that it is necessary to consider the restrictions in relation to this type of products. But what you can’t miss are deodorant, comb or hairbrush, hair ribbons, contraceptives, toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, mouthwash, small towel, lip balm, makeup, menstruation kit, nail clippers, shampoo and lotion in a travel-size container.

Comfort kit

Spending long hours cooped up in an airplane and in a crowd can be a challenge and some items are indispensable to cope with this. To help you sleep a silky eye mask is essential especially on long distance flights, along with a travel neck pillow so you can relax and sleep well. Not forgetting, of course, to bring noise-canceling headphones that we can use with our smartphone or tablet for entertainment or sleep. In addition to a good book that can also entertain us during a flight.

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