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Best Travel Essentials From Target 2021

I Travel Like It's My Job — Here's What I Always Pack in My Suitcase

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Before the shelter-in-place order went into effect, I would travel a lot. In fact, I'd always compare my flight itineraries to George Clooney's in Up in the Air. And, after 18 months of staying put, I'm finally kick-starting my travel schedule. (A wedding here. A work trip there. Believe it or not, I'm actually writing this story from 35,000 feet in the air.) When it comes to packing my suitcase for the first time in months, I wasted no time restocking the travel essentials I swear by.

Going somewhere? Before you depart, scroll through my go-to travel essentials, which runs the gamut from in-flight tech to game-changing skincare. It doesn't matter if you are travelling via plane, train, or automobile, these picks will make your time away from home a lot easier.

Make no mistake, just because travelling is somewhat resuming doesn't mean the world is back to normal. It's important to assess the risk, follow CDC recommendations, and mask up. After all, nobody wants to have a worry-filled holiday.

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Mask Up: All in Motion Women's Contour Face Mask

Nowadays, a mask isn't just a good idea; it's often required in populous places like airports and hotel lobbies. But, who's to say you can't look cute, too? I always bring a handful of my go-to cloth styles, like this All in Motion Women's Contour Face Mask ($5).

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All in Motion Women's Contour Face Mask
$5
from target.com
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Stay Connected: Travel Smart by Conair Nested Adapter

Depending on your destination, you might need to buy a converter. Instead of picking up a new adapter whenever you travel, snag up this Travel Smart by Conair Nested Adapter ($17). Not only does option have something for virtually every destination, but the nesting construction will also fit nicely in your suitcase.

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Travel Smart by Conair Nested Adapter
$17
from target.com
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Lather, Rinse, Repeat: Made by Design Travel Beauty Set

I love hotel toiletries as much as the next person, but those disposable bottles aren't doing Mother Nature any favours. (Plus, I often find myself missing my favourite lotions and potions.) For the best of both worlds, fill up your favourite creams and cleaners in this Made by Design Travel Beauty Set ($7).

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Made by Design Travel Beauty Set
$7
from target.com
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Monitor Marvel: SideTrak Solo Freestanding Portable Monitor

As a freelance journalist, I work during most (if not, all) of my holidays. And, I have to be honest with you: I sometimes miss my permanent setup. But, thanks to this SideTrak Solo Freestanding Portable Monitor ($300), I have access to more screen space — minus the unnecessary bulk of my home office.

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SideTrak Solo Freestanding Portable Monitor
$300
from target.com
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Type to Learn: Logitech K780 Bluetooth Keyboard

My fiancé recently surprised me with this Logitech K780 Bluetooth Keyboard ($65) — and it's been a complete game-changer to my work-from-wherever setup. If my computer is out of battery — or I don't have the room to bust out my laptop — I can pair my smartphone with this gadget and get to typing.

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Logitech K780 Bluetooth Keyboard
$65
from target.com
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Work Those Wrinkles: Downy Light Fresh Wrinkle Releaser

It doesn't matter how compulsively I steam my clothes beforehand, the contents of my suitcase always wind up wrinkled by the time I get to my destination. This Downy Light Fresh Wrinkle Releaser ($2) isn't fool-proof, but it gets my pieces looking somewhat polished again.

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Downy Light Fresh Wrinkle Releaser
$2
from target.com
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Wipe Away: Neutrogena Cleansing Facial Wipes Individually Wrapped

I always wipe my face with Neutrogena's Cleansing Facial Wipes ($7) before I go to bed. But, instead of lugging around a bulky pack, I can slip a few of these individually wrapped wipes in my dopp kit.

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Neutrogena's Cleansing Facial Wipes
$7
from target.com
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Hello, Hydration: Clinique Moisture Surge 100 Hour Auto-Replenishing Hydrator

Thanks to your aeroplane cabin's low humidity levels, it's only natural that your skin will get a little dry post-flight. I swear by Clinique Moisture Surge 100 Hour Auto-Replenishing Hydrator ($41) for its hefty helping of hyaluronic acid — and always apply a huge glob of this moisturiser on before takeoff.

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Clinique Moisture Surge 100 Hour Auto-Replenishing Hydrator
$41
from target.com
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Stay Sanitized: Megababe Squeaky Clean Hand Sanitizer

Anyone who wants to err on the side of caution should definitely pack some hand sanitizer in their carry-on bag. Megababe is the purveyor of cool-girl, personal hygiene — and its Squeaky Clean Hand Sanitizer ($7) will keep you feeling clean and chic.

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Squeaky Clean Hand Sanitizer
$7
from target.com
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Stay Charged: Anker 2-Port PowerPort 24W Wall Charger

From snapping selfies for the 'gram to navigating foreign streets, it very important to keep your go-to devices charged. I always bring one of these Anker 2-Port PowerPort 24W Wall Chargers ($18), so my fiancé and I both have somewhere to power-up our phones. (Or, if I'm vacationing solo, I can charge my headphones or tablet.)

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Anker 2-Port PowerPort 24W Wall Chargers
$18
from target.com
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In-Flight Chill: Cabeau Evolution S3 Support Pillow

I spend most of my flights working or catching up on my favourite podcasts, but I do like to take a mid-flight nap every so often. Consider this Cabeau Evolution S3 Support Pillow ($40) the perfect travel pillow, striking that balance between supportive and soft. Plus, the snap construction lets you fasten this around your carry-on.

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Cabeau Evolution S3 Support Pillow
$40
from target.com
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Practical Packing: Made by Design Packing Cube Set

Packing the perfect suitcase requires a lot of trial and error — and I'm ready to incorporate Made by Design Packing Cube Set ($30) into my routine. As a recovering over-packer, these cubes will help me stay organised and force me to edit my belongings dwn to perfection. After all, does anyone really need five T-shirts for a long weekend?

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Made by Design Packing Cube Set
$30
from target.com
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