Having traveled alone, with friends, family and strangers, I’ve experienced some crazy situations. This is a list of my favorite items to bring along, places to explore (restaurants, shopping, classes), and more!
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long distance travel necessities!
solo-travel recommendations
cool girl spots: europe
long distance travel necessities!
Noise cancelling headphones for planes, trains AND automobiles
Shop Noise-Cancelling Headphones
collapsible/foldable water bottles are sooo helpful when traveling light! When it’s empty, you can just roll up to save space.
Collapsible & Hard-Sided Water Bottles
Women-specific backpack is so nice for long walks. I specifically like this brand (Osprey) for the design and practicality.
The cutest and softest little pillow / blanket! It's nice for shorter flights too, since it's so small and compact
EverSnug Travel Blanket & Pillow - Light Pink
I'll slip these in all my bags when I travel just to keep an eye on them, and make sure they're with me at all times. When I arrive at my destination, I move an AirTags to whatever purse or bag I brought to keep track of that as well!
Apple AirTag Tracking Device 4-Pack
Actually so helpful for long flights when you want to freshen up but don't want to get up!
Colgate Max Fresh Wisp Disposable Mini Travel Toothbrushes, Peppermint - 24 Count
I use these for pillow AND for jewelry! It fits rings and usually 1-2 necklaces per slot!
Travel Pill Organizer - 7 Compartment Medicine Kit
Really helpful when traveling with a bunch of different cords and tech accessories.
iMangoo Shockproof Travel Organizer Case
These fit so well!! And they are so good at blocking out any background noise when on long flights.
Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs Reusable Noise-Reducing
Such an easy way to watch your fav shows and movies while on long flights, especially when you don't have the new planes with TVs :)
Perilogics Universal Airplane Phone Holder Mount
Keeps my cards from getting ripped while traveling!!
Wavy Playing Card Case
Favorite accessory case while traveling.
Jet-Setter | Cherry
solo-travel recommendations
safety alarm- so reassuring when solo traveling.
She's Birdie
Wired headphones! So much easier for traveling than AirPods- and harder to lose!
EarPods (Lightning Connector)
The best spot for finding a safe, clean, and cute hostel in your destination city. I’ve stayed in 10+ hostels and hotels booked through HostelWorld, and all have been great experiences!
Hostelworld
Cute little weekender bag!
Maison d' Hermine Quilted Cotton Weekender Bag
cool girl spots: europe
Best everrrrr pesto making class in Italy! Such a fun experience and endless spritzes
Pesto Experience | Nessun Dorma | Cinque Terre | Manarola
Fun bookshop in Paris. PRO TIP: hang out in the cafe nextdoor and flip through your books!
Shakespeare and Company
Super cute park to walk around, ride some rides and try good food and drinks.