This article was first published in Travel + Leisure on Dec 15, 2024

There’s nothing quite like the feeling you get when you’ve finally touched down at your final destination; but here at Travel + Leisure, we believe that feeling should be fueled by excitement rather than relief. While it’s true that you can’t prevent flight delays or change the weather at a moment’s notice, there are plenty of products out there that can make travel obstacles feel like a small bump in the road rather than a full-blown disaster. As shopping editors and frequent travelers, it’s quite literally our job to find the best travel accessories, tech gear, and clothes that money can buy. We may be based in different states and have different travel styles, but one thing T+L editors have in common is our favorite gear can be found on Amazon.

From noise-canceling headphones to spacious toiletry organizers, we’ve compiled a list of the Amazon products that changed the travel game for us this year. Whether you’re looking for a last-minute gift for the frequent flier in your life (like this genius foldable hair dryer), or need something to help ensure your holiday travel plans go off without a hitch (like these luggage-tracking Apple AirTags), you can rest assured knowing that we’ve tested these picks out for ourselves on our domestic and international trips.

Etoile Jet Setter Travel Case

“This is the only makeup bag I use while traveling. It's so spacious, so for someone who likes to bring a lot of makeup and toiletries with her on any trip, it's perfect for me. I've had it for over a year now and it still looks good as new. It's super sturdy and has outside and inside pockets to keep things organized. If you're still on the hunt for a gift for someone who frequently travels, this is a great option because it's also super stylish with the gold hardware.” — Rosie Marder, Writer

 

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