Winter Break Travel Essentials
You’ve wrapped up your finals and are finally home free. As the semester comes to an end, a much deserved and needed winter break is so close you can taste it. Regardless of where you’re headed, you unfortunately can’t pack your entire dorm with you. But whether you're traveling by train, plane, or automobile, there are some things everyone needs when they hit the road this season (and really, any time of year) — especially as you prepare for holiday traffic and delays. Luckily, we’ve got you covered.
Check out our favorite essentials you should be sure to pack for your trek home for the holidays.
1/10Off the Grid Dessie Charging Laptop Bag, $398, katespade.com
Whether you’re taking winter break courses, running your blog or side hustle, or just need to stay connected, Kate Spade’s Off the Grid Dessie Charging Laptop Bag will not only keep your laptop juiced up, but is also a super stylish way to protect and carry it. Made of Saffiano split leather and matching trip, it’s equipped with a 1500 mah battery bank and included USB cable to keep your laptop charged and safe when you’re on the go.
2/10Cabeau Evolution Travel Neck Pillow, $39.95, rei.com
Love the idea of a travel pillow but hate the idea of carrying it around? The Cabeau Evolution Travel neck pillow from REI packs down to a quarter of its size, and has responsive memory foam for added comfort. It even has a built-in pouch to hold your phone, and comes with ear plugs and an attachment strap so you can hang it from your luggage for one less thing to lug.
3/10Tarte No Shower Happy Hour Kit, $34, sephora.com
Spending time on the road (or in the sky) can leave you feeling less than your best. With Tarte’s No Shower Happy Hour Kit, you can ensure you stay glowy and fresh regardless of your latest shower status. The (vegan) products in the kit include dry shampoo, deodorant, tinted moisturizer, blush, and lip paint – all you’ll need to arrive fresh faced.
4/10Explorer Wallet, $42, anthropologie.com
Keeping your plane or train tickets, passport, ID, cards and more organized and handy is no easy task, but thanks to this Explorer wallet, it can be. Made of suede and leather, it has separate sections for credit cards, currency, and travel documents, so all you need will be in one pretty place.
5/10Flannel Blanket Scarf, $20, oldnavy.com
Not only are they still in style (thank goodness) a cozy blanket scarf also provides extra warmth and comfort in less-than-comfy situations. Wrap it around your neck while running through the airport or train station, and then once you get settled, you can use it as a blanket (hence the name!) and take a much-needed nap. Opt for a neutral enough print, like this one from Old Navy, to ensure it matches any travel ensemble.
6/10Bose SoundLink Headphones, $199, amazon.com
Tune in to your favorite music, audio book, or show and tune out the stressors of the fall semester and holiday season with these noise-cancelling headphones. The Bose SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphones II provide an immersive sound experience and up to 15 hours of listening time with a rechargeable battery, all while being cordless.
7/10Sakara Life Detox + Energy Bars, $29/box of 6, sakara.com
Antioxidant-rich, plant based, and gluten/dairy free, these bars are designed to boost your immune system while raising vitality. 10g of pea protein will keep you full on your trip while organic coconut oil will help to provide some much-needed energy along your trek to your final destination.
8/10Soft and Fuzzy Socks, $9, joyofsocks.com
If you have yet to experience the coziness that is thick fuzzy socks, then you’ve been missing out. Not that we’re necessarily advocating you go shoe-less in your travels, but to keep your feet warm and cozy, these socks-meet-slippers from Joy of Socks come in tons of colors, and are a must for travel comfort.
9/10Slip Silk Sleep Mask, $45, slipsilkpillowcase.com
Think en route beauty sleep is impossible? Think again. With the Slip Silk Sleep Mask, you’ll block out any annoying rays and lights while also beautifying, as the 100% pure silk soothes your skin, prevents sleep-creases, and fights aging, too. Available in a variety of colors, you’ll be off to dreamland in no time and will wake up looking refreshed.
