Before going on a big trip, it's fun to stock up on a few cool travel accessories. Small things like a well-designed foldable shopping bag or a portable first aid kit can get you excited about going and, ultimately, make your trip a little smoother. Here are 10 inexpensive options for the stylish jet-setter.
- Mesh Totes (for shopping), $3 to $10 at Plastica
- Carry-On Bottle Set (to get you through the security check), $10 at Flight 001
- Wallpaper City Guide Apps (for iPhones), $3.99
- Foldable Slippers (to make you feel more at home), $9.50 at Muji
- Micro Mesh Pouches (for toiletries or receipts), $5 - $7 at the Container Store
- Mini Wallet / Card Case (for IDs), $7 from Etsy seller sewgracious
- Foldable Shopping Bag (for shopping or groceries on the go), $9.75 at Muji
- Snow Peak Titanium Spork (for when you need a spoon/fork), $8.95 at REI
- Alarm Clock (tiny enough to fit in your pocket), $0.99 at IKEA
- Little Medic Kit (first aid while you travel), $10 at Flight 001











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I love that carry on bottle set, nice find. With new bag check fees I might finally convert to one of those annoying people who carries on all of their luggage, ugh.
LizLemonn--
Or you could just use a large ziploc and purchase the little travel-sized bottles of body-goo they sell at the Body Shop...
those Apartment city guides look pretty but have seriously bad reviews
I need that $0.99 IKEA alarm clock!
Speaking as a flight attendant, beware cutsy little bottles of stuff...the lids leak like crazy. Even high end cosmetic companies who do their little mini travel kits have leaked all over my toiletry bag. Take no chances and get LEAK PROOF travel-specific bottles and fill with your own stuff. Container Store sells Nalgene leakproof bottles. The best.