My Travel Essentials

I travel a lot for work and for play. Travel can be fun, but when you do it a lot, it can be taxing on the body and mind. That is why it’s important to travel well, with as many things to minimize your inconvenience and optimize the circumstance.

Before the pandemic, I averaged 110 flights, 50 trips and over 100,000 miles of travel every year. I’m an experienced traveler domestically and internationally. Some of my favorite countries that I’ve traveled to are Nigeria (of course), Grenada, Ghana, Kenya, Morocco, South Africa and France.

Perfecting the art of travel was really important for me because I spend so much time on the go. To ensure that my in-flight experience is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, these are my must-haves every time I’m on a plane.

My Travel Must-Haves

Carryon Luggage – Delsey luggage is durable and lightweight. Everyone needs a trusty carryon bag, and this is it.

My fave: DELSEY Paris Titanium Hardside Expandable Luggage with Spinner Wheels

Packing Cubes – This makes more clothes fit in your luggage and it organizes it so even if you open your suitcase, nothing will come flying out. They are a game changer.

My fave: Eagle Creek Packing Cubes

Personal Air Purifier – As Covid-19 rages on, I am not playing with humans on a flying tin can with recycled air. It’s light weight (less than a pound) and gives me extra security!

My fave: Munchkin Portable Air Purifier

Noise-Cancellation headphones – Because airplanes are really noisy and the headphones make them way more quiet. they suck the sound out of any room you’re in.

My fave: Bose QuietComfort 35

Portable battery charger – Because running out of battery for your phone is a nightmare, especially when working outlets are not guaranteed on flights.

My fave: Anker PowerCore 10000

Travel adapter (for international travel) – Your adapters and electronic chargers won’t work outside of the country without these.

My fave: BESTEK Travel Adapter

Facial Mist – This is an INSTANT in-flight and post-flight refresher.

My fave: Caudalie Beauty Elixir Face Mist

Sanitizer wipes – There are germs everywhere and airplanes harbor them. Don’t take the risk! Wipe down seat and tray table and your hands.

My fave: Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand and Face Wipes Singles

Scarf/Travel wrap – Because airplane cabins are cold AF. I throw mine over my head to keep my hair and skin from drying out completely.

My fave: Jacquard Paisley Pashmina Shawl

Eye mask – Makes sleeping easier, even when your rude seat mate has the window up.

My fave: Natural Silk Sleep Mask

Lip balm – Dry plane air and long hauls = chapped lips. Always keep this in your pocket.

My fave: EOS Natural & Organic Sphere Lip Balm

Face Moisturizer – This seals in moisture in your face, so you can step off the flight without looking like you lost a fight.

My fave: Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask

Lotion and hand cream – Your hands will look like you’ve been playing with powdered donuts if you don’t have good lotion with you.

My fave: Burt’s Bees Honey & Grapeseed Hand Cream

Compression socks – To help with blood circulation and prevent blood clots. This is especially important for long flights. It can help prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis (aka blood clots), which can be dangerous or fatal.

My faves: Laite Hebe Compression Socks

Shoes – Because walking to and from terminals is a whole SPORT. Having reliable, comfortable (and cute) shoes is a must.

My faves: Nike Air Maxes