Travel
This page is dedicated to my travels and products that I personally use! This information was updated in May, 2024.
Recommended Travel Items
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THE BEST Filtered Water Bottle:
https://amzn.to/4cyGWma The last thing you want while traveling is to get traveler's diarrhea. This water bottle filters bacteria. (Water will shoot out if opening in a plane due to pressure) So, unscrew the bottom lid for a second to let the pressure out once in the air, then screw it back on and you're good to go! |
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To filter viruses:
https://amzn.to/3TpGAFy Run the UV light inside the water in the bottle and the water will be filtered for viruses and bacteria. The UV light kills viruses in the water. Filters alone only filter out bacteria because viruses are much smaller and pass through filters. This UV light makes sure viruses are killed. |
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Worldwide power adapter with USB and USB C:
https://amzn.to/3PB2lBe *This will not convert voltage. So do NOT use this with a hair dryer. It will work with electronics such as laptops and cell phones. Look at your device power adapter, if it covers 110-240v it will work with this. Charge up your laptop, iPhone, Apple watch. For fast charging, use the side 100w USB-C port! |
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Battery Pack:
https://amzn.to/4aAg2If When you're traveling, your phone's battery will drain faster because you're using it more often and you're probably using it for directions as well. Having an extra clim battery pack can recharge your phone back to 100% to complete your day without losing power! |
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Travel Cubes:
https://amzn.to/4aquiDI Travel cubes are a life changer. You can keep clothing items together. Socks in one cube, underwear in another, etc. Keeps it easy, nice, and neat. |
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Bathroom Folding Toiletries Bag:
https://amzn.to/3x85vWz This keeps all your toiletries together! Just grab it and go to shower. You'll have everything you need in one shot! |
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A Tote:
Bring a tote with you because some locations do not have plastic bags to give out in supermarkets. A tote helps in that regard. It helps when doing laundry at a hotel or laundromat. And any other needs. A tote just comes in handy. |
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AirPod Pros:
https://amzn.to/3TUrOIw AirPod Pros are great because they have noise cancellation. Wear them on the airplane to make the ride quieter! Find yourself in a loud hotel? Go to sleep with your Air Pod Pros with noise cancellation on. |
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Inflatable Neck Pillow:
https://amzn.to/3TAp7dG This inflatable neck pillow is superior to non-inflatable neck pillows. It tucks away when you don’t need it, and when you do use it, you can control the comfort level with how much air you put in. You also don’t need to place it behind your neck, you can place it in front to rest your head forward and to the sides. |
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Neck Cooling Fan:
https://amzn.to/4bKa20y If you're going to a very hot region and will be walking around outside, apart from sunscreen, you'd want to keep cool. This neckfan charges with a USB-C and is hands free and compact! Keep it around your neck to stay cool in the hot sun! |
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Passport neck holder:
https://amzn.to/3PxoX5G Easy access and goes under your shirt. Only really needed in the airport and on the plane. If at all. Can be kept in the carry-on personal bag as well. |
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Laundry bag:
https://amzn.to/3TvDmAw This zip-lock Space Bag is THE BEST laundry bag for travel. You can use it on multiple trips. You put your dirty clothes in there, close them up. It compresses. Your luggage does not stink up and it’s easy to keep your dirty clothes from your clean clothes in your luggage! |
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Apple AirTags:
https://amzn.to/4cOCXBQ Apple AirTags are so important. Throw them in your bags. Put them on your keys. Put one in your car. This is how you can keep track of where everything is. Did your checked in bag not make it to your destination? With Apple AirTags and the Find My app on your iPhone you can tell exactly where your bag is located! Protect AirTags with these covers: https://amzn.to/3JlLX41 The batteries last a year. Here are replacement batteries: https://amzn.to/4awqYaD |
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eSIM Apps:
If your cell phone provider has expensive or no service outside the US, simply installing an eSIM for the region you’ll be traveling to will give you service in that part of the world. And it’s normally pretty inexpensive. I recommend getting the eSIM a day before leaving. Nomad eSIM App: Here is a $3 off promo for any data plan on Nomad, come check it out https://getnomad.page.link/app. Enter code LEEO99WL to redeem. Airalo eSIM App: Get US$3 off your first eSIM data pack from Airalo. Use code LEEOR8539 when you sign up or apply it at checkout. https://ref.airalo.com/S7XH |
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Worldwide Bank Account:
If for some reason you need to work with a local currency, such as Euro, Wise will let you do that. ONLY use wise for emergencies because their fees can stack up. Look into a Schwab Debit card for the best ATM experience to get local cash with close to no fees. Wise promotional link: Hey, I use Wise to send money abroad. Really easy and a lot cheaper than the bank! Give it a try with a fee-free transfer of up to 600 USD. https://wise.com/invite/ihpn/leeorg3 |
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ATMs:
To get local currency, an ATM is the best exchange, not the money exchange counter at airports. If you use a Schwab Debit card, all ATM fees are refunded to you. But ATMs have gotten smart and they now charge you worse exchange rates to make up for “no fees”. For this reason, you have to be picky if you can. Look for ATMs run by national banks in the region you are visiting. Not ATMs run by private companies. Private company ATMs can charge exorbitant exchange rates and fees. |
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Credit Cards:
Use a credit card that does not charge foreign transaction fees such as the Costco Visa card. When asked if you’d like to pay with the local currency or USD, select the local currency always. If you opt for USD, they will charge you a bad exchange rate. If you select local currency, the exchange rate is set by your credit card company, which is exact. |
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Sleeping on planes:
If you can’t fall asleep, I normally opt for Benadryl. First, I wait to make sure the plane takes off. I don’t want to fall asleep on the tarmac, especially if the plane gets delayed or turns back to the gate. For short flights, I take 1. For longer flights, I take 2. Benadryl is habit-forming. This means that if you seldom use it, it works. If you use it daily for allergies, or very often, it loses its efficacy. And of course, do not mix it with alcoholic drinks as you may end up on TikTok and a flight ban list :). |
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Jetlag:
If you are due to arrive in the morning at your destination, try to sleep as much as possible. So, 7-8 hours of sleep before landing. If you are due to arrive in the evening at your destination, stay awake as much as possible so that you can hit the bed when arriving. |
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Blood circulation:
Remember to get up and move around now and then on the plane to keep that blood circulation going! |
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