50 of Our Favorite Travel Accessories Under $50
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Even as flights get more expensive, many of our favorite travel accessories happily remain affordable — although, frankly, they would be worth the extra comfort and peace of mind they can provide at any price. A portableluggagescale can actively save you money, as can a set of space-saving compression bags for travelingcarry-on-only. From a transforming, two-in-oneairplane pillowto the blackoutsleep maskthat Strategist staffersuse to avoid jet lag, we have lots of useful travel things for under $50, below.
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A non-bulky towel that'll leave plenty of extra suitcase space.
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For storing cables, lip balm, stationery, and other odds and ends.
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Squeeze the air out of your underpants without resorting to vacuum bags.
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A tube full of cleansing cloths that expand when you put them in water.
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Samsonite's affordable transforming travel pillow can be configured in a rectangular or U shape.
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A picnic blanket that packs up smaller than a packet of Kleenex.
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The collapsible kettle that's used by Death Cab for Cutie's Ben Gibbard when he's on tour ...
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... and the portable coffee-maker to use with it.
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Because falling asleep in a new bed is hard, no matter how much you splurged on a nice hotel room.
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Attaching your AirTags externally makes it easier to hear the alarm.
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A folding foam phone stand for watching shows, taking calls, and using your camera as a mirror.
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This dual voltage steamer will uncrease shirts at home and abroad.
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Food spills are inevitable on planes, but stains aren't.
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Text and take photos when miles from the shore.
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Doesn't require batteries and could save you hundreds of dollars in airline fees.
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A sturdier packable tote than most, with a zipper for extra security.
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Hikers and adventure travelers should opt for a packable backpack instead.
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Protect your precious shots from airport X-ray machines.
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A status-y spork that's much nicer to use than plastic utensils.
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Pickpocket-deterrents that clip to the zippers of your backpack or crossbody for peace of mind.
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Shoe quarantine baggies for a non-smelly suitcase.
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A simple but luxurious way to revive yourself after long flights.
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A simple albeit not particularly luxurious way to prevent getting sick on the plane.
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The hand sanitizer that Strategist writers take on planes.
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With this no-rinse detergent, your hotel sink can double as a washing machine.
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And Sea to Summit's no-pegs-required tension line can double as a dryer.
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A retro-looking fanny pack to keep essentials close.
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Because losing your favorite necklace will absolutely ruin the trip.
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