Tuesday, February 2, 2016

My Carry On Essentials

So as of tomorrow I will be on vacation for the next 13 days!! Eeeeeeek! I'm so excited BUT when it comes to vacation I always stress a bit on what to pack, what to wear, etc... So I started thinking about some of my must haves when traveling, especially when its international. Today I'm sharing some of those items with all of you guys in hopes that it can make your next trip just a little bit easier. ;)

Today's post is focusing on what I like to have in my carry on bag. I plan on making a few other travel posts, so stay tuned for those as well. Enjoy!!!


Camera - Must have for me since I'm a photographer. You would't want to miss the perfect shot.

Eyeglasses - For when your on long flights and sleeping in your contacts just isn't going to happen (dry eyes...OUCH!)

Hand Lotion - Because flying tends to always fry your skin out

Lip Balm - Again because dry skin/lips go hand in hand with flying, so come prepared.

Pen & Paper - I always like to have a notebook on hand, whether its for list making or an important idea comes to mind.

Headphones - These are a must, especially if flying alone. You never know who you will be sitting by (it will probably be someone who snores lol) or how loud the plane noise will be.

Magazine (or book) - For when you can't sleep and need something to pass the time.

Water Bottle - Sometimes things get hectic or your in turbulence and the staff can't serve drinks. It always help to have water on hand with you so you can stay properly hydrated.

Phone - This is just obvious. Games, music, movies, basically your whole life right at your fingertips. 

Lipstick - Just because you're flying doesn't mean you can't look fabulous.

Facial Wipes - Being on a plane always makes you feel icky, so its nice to be able to wash off your makeup at the end of the day.

Dry Shampoo - My hair always looks greasy by the end of a flight (I will never know why but it does) Thank goodness for dry shampoo to give your hair an instant boost.

Laptop - It's nice to be able to knock out some work when your flying for several hours.

Scarf (or blanket) - I always freeze on airplanes and I hate using their blankets. Having a nice blanket scarf on hand is great for when it gets chilly plus its a great accessory to rock with your outfit. 

Passport - You won't get very far without it ;)

And in order to carry all your must haves....the perfect carry on bag of course!!!


{Here's the links to all these great items listed above}

Headphones - Dry Shampoo - Scarf

*I can't find the scarf pictured but I linked another fave*