Travel Essentials you don't REALLY need

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Travel Essentials you don't REALLY need

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Today's video is Travel Essentials you don't really need (and what to buy instead) because we are always seeing lists from influencers about ridiculous things to help you pack... and most of them are large and bulky, which takes up too much space, and makes your bag even heavier. These are the REAL travel essentials.
Amazon must haves are always great... but this video shows you what is a waste of space and money, and what is actually our amazon travel favorites.
Links for The good and the bad. Enjoy your future amazon haul!
Big Neck Pillow: amzn.to/3CbB4xR
(instead) Trtl neck pillow: amzn.to/3RnY55Y
Big Toiletry bag: amzn.to/3rg9ZV6
(instead) Small toiletry bag: amzn.to/3BRIJRJ
(instead) Even smaller toiletry bags (waterproof): amzn.to/3dTlhv9
Big Jewelry case: amzn.to/3dWshr8
(instead) Clear flat bags for jewelry: : amzn.to/3DZhAPn
(instead) Baggies to separate jewelry: amzn.to/3dSILRh
Huge Sunglasses holder: amzn.to/3rgPtDQ
(instead) Smaller flatter sunglasses holder: amzn.to/3SvcfTY
Hanging organizer: amzn.to/3xYwth6
(instead) Set of packing cubes: amzn.to/3DWYadW
Shampoo/Conditioner holder: amzn.to/3dSGxBp
(instead) Re-usable Silicone bottles: amzn.to/3dQNh2I
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@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Have you ever bought an “essential” travel item you didn’t need? Share your story below!

@plramirez2449 Жыл бұрын

The silicone travel bottles, leaked all my shampoo and conditioner. I think the flat pack refillable ones you showed might work better if opening wide enough to pour into or even the regular plastic travel variety cylinders they sell at dollar store or pharmacy work better

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Oh no!

@kevinonthank Жыл бұрын

Yes absolutely, even though I love a back pack for the plane, I'd have to say that I never use the back pack at the destination. Honestly I end up just using a cinch / draw string back pack that I got for free at a gym I went to for a week. Another item I brought that I never used was a beach towel. One essential I love bringing is a portable speaker.

@donnahill1224 Ай бұрын

Thank you for being so practical! People (including me!) get sucked into buying “essentials” that isn’t necessary. So enjoying being a minimalist traveller!

@pandastamps 8 ай бұрын

I have a cotton infinity scarf that has an inflatable neck pillow inside. I like it because 1) I wear it as a scarf when boarding, 2) it keeps my neck warm on the long international flights, and 3) because the pillow is in its own pocket zipped inside the scarf, I cannot lose it or have it fall on the floor while I am trying to sleep. But sometimes I skip it, as once I am at my destination, it is just too bulky to wear.

@xqueenfrostine Жыл бұрын

Disagree on the neck pillow. If you don’t need one, that’s great, don’t bring one. But I have a hard enough time sleeping on planes to worry about how much space I might be taking up with the things that will help me sleep! And I can’t fall asleep without something cushy to rest my head on. A balled up sweater isn’t enough if I’m sitting upright. The pillow you get from the airline only works if I’m at the window and I’ve got a wall to lean on. A memory foam neck pillow will support my neck while resting no matter where I’m seated and (since I sleep on foam pillows at home) feels familiar enough under my head that it helps lull me to sleep. Also, foam pillows compress pretty well, so they don’t have to take up THAT much space. My current pillow has a carrying case to stuff it in that compacts it down to about a 4-5inch ball and has a thick nylon strap and buckle that lets me strap it to a backpack or luggage handle.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad it works so well for you :) whatever we can do to sleep well on a plane!

@marlagonzalez5064 Жыл бұрын

I was just going to add this, I need a pillow in long flights and it compresses into a small sack so I believe 100% worth it. I also don't wear the neck pillow the way most people do...the opening is always on the side not the front of my face. That's how it feel comfortable.

@joselynrijna462 6 ай бұрын

OMG all those must have essentials so overrated I travel with a small small bag with a few things in and that’s it

@daylasimeone336 Жыл бұрын

I have one of those hanging cubes and would never use it for flying. As a carryon only flyer, it takes up way too much space. But I did use it while staying at a beach house for a week (we drove) and it was convenient and held all my (Summer) clothes for the trip

@lorielundgren7169 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh!! You crack me up and I think I love you! Because you're honest. And because you say what you mean, and mean what you say. Whew, seriously, a breath of fresh air...and lastly, I always relate to a travel diva. Upon arrival, whip those sunglasses out baby, and you're like - yes, it's me. I have arrived!! :) Let the vacation commence. Oh, and you have brilliant advice too. So, thanks!

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Thanks Lorie! That’s so nice of you to say! I wore sunglasses in Norway the other day when there was no sun 🤣🤣

@moyaharris3552 Ай бұрын

I LOVE cadence toiletries capsules. I have a lot of toiletries. Those things are amazing.

@PetitePhillyLife Жыл бұрын

As someone who wears prescription glasses I always roll my eyes at the multi glasses roll. With how expensive glasses are I’m limiting what I take and if anything I can always buy a pair at my location. I’m going to be blind when I wear it but it’ll just be souvenir

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Do you have prescription sunglasses? Those are a lifesaver for me! I wear my glasses so much mire when I travel now :)

@oLi102 Жыл бұрын

I think a hanging organizzer is useful. The key is to pick a smaller or compact one.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Trying to find one small enough!

@princesskkay221 Жыл бұрын

I agree with almost all the things you mentioned except the hanging toilette tree bag. I have this and I love it. I don’t know what toiletries you travel with but it’s not all fitting in a little liquids bag. I put all my bathroom related item in this hanging bag, hang it on the bathroom door and everything I need is there for me when I need it. I put oral care, my travel size shampoo,conditioner, body wash, body scrub, lotion, razor, shaving cream, extra blade, hair volumizing foam, dry shampoo, hairspray, heat protectant spray, hair oils, Bobby pins, scrunchies, makeup removing wipes, face wash, moisturizer and first aid stuff. To some people that may be a lot but I feel like that’s normal stuff to take on a week or longer trip. It all fits in the hanging bag, divided into sections and everything is organized and I don’t have to dig through multiple bags to find things. I also use a jewelry organizer that’s small and compact bc I like having all my jewelry in one place, I just think having things organized in their own thing makes your vacation better and makes packing and unpacking quicker. Hotel rooms can get messy quickly so having things organized allows for less time looking for things and more time enjoying your vacation

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

I agree with wanting to stay organized but I don’t check bags so I’m limited to the 3-1-1 liquids bag. I’m going to do a “what’s in my toiletries” bag during my trip, so you can see what I bring for my 1-2 week trips :)

@katfran492 Жыл бұрын

I used to travel with a lot of the “essentials” however I have embraced a more minimalist style of packing. Meaning carry-on only. Ziploc bags or other small bags are used for organization. I am not a small or average size person, so carry-on only has been an adventure to master. 😂

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Yessss! Minimalist and carry on only! High five!

@guinnessgirl4781 Жыл бұрын

THIS!!!🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 My thoughts exactly on all these gimmicks! I have found an inflatable neck pillow for long overnight flights only. It folds to about the size of a man’s wallet. Clutch!!💚 Thx Lauren!

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome!

@tmkrueger 7 ай бұрын

I have a small travel pillow that you can remove the pillow inside and pack extra clothes in, I need a pillow for my lower back on long flights. And it's like a regular pillow only small and it rolls up really tiny for when you aren’t using it.

@ItsTheKellys 7 ай бұрын

I used a hollowed out neck pillow for this last trip to put clothes in, since I had a severe weight limit. I despise carrying pillows as a carry on traveler, and the blow up ones are never comfortable for me. But this did save me on this trip :) I use the airline pillow for my lower back!

@missmilimakk2246 Жыл бұрын

I bring the 3n1 shampoo/conditioner/body wash in a 3oz bottle. Big space saver and less liquids to pack.

@juliehollar9973 Жыл бұрын

I would love for you to do a turtl pillow review!! I have been eyeing this as well.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Just ordered it!

@juliehollar9973 Жыл бұрын

@@ItsTheKellys will be looking forward to your review !! 😃

@DarLa0341 Жыл бұрын

Just here to say new subbie and binge watching so many of your videos! I am really enjoying your channel. I am team carry on only and love your tips and tricks.

@sarapdx Жыл бұрын

I've really tried to start using the hotel items and really just pack fewer toiletries in general. If I forget something there is always a place to purchase what I'm missing (or if visiting family I use Amazon to send my preferred items and have them waiting!). And regarding jewelry -- after so many trips packing items I didn't use, I've nearly eliminated bringing more than what I am wearing. Neck pillows -- totally agree! I'm still an over-packer when it comes to clothing and I really appreciate your channel to support changing this behavior. :)

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

You’ve got it going on! We will work on the clothing ;) haha

@stephanier9820 Жыл бұрын

On board with hanging packer closet thing and the shampoo dispenser. I'd actually like to try a travel pillow in the truck though.

@destiny40stl Жыл бұрын

I was intrigued by the 5 sunglass holding case but knew I didn't need that many. Amazon sells a pretty cool one that holds 2 and folds. It's shaped like a parallelogram.

@dottydotdot1902 Жыл бұрын

Aaah! You got me! I have right now in my Amazon cart one of those hanging things for my kids . I even found another item that will be the little metal rod stand thingy as when I go to my mother in laws place, she gives us absolutely no place for freakin clothing storage… ( or the luggage) so I just thought I would buy the perch and those folding shelve thingys and be done. But. Where am I gonna put 4 of those hanging perch thingys in that room? We won’t be able to walk to the freezing cold tiled bathroom with those things everywhere. Ya. I’ll just buy the packing cubes.. each of us in a different color and just deal… ( can you make your next video convincing my hubby that staying at a hotel is better than at the in-laws… 💁‍♀️🤣) Thank you for the breath of sanity

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Hotels are alwayssssssss better than in laws hahah

@BAvello 5 ай бұрын

Hi Lauren, I am a recovering over-packer and LOVE your channel!!. 5 years ago (before you came into my life) I traveled to Europe/Italy and brought a 24 AND 27 inch suitcase - AND a million clothes I did not wear. Then I went to Hawaii and "downsized" to a 27 and 21 inch and struggled. I have "tried" the closet and makeup bags - mistakes. About a year ago, you came into my life and SAVED me from myself! LOL. I am still a work in progress, though I have taken a 6 day Spain/Morocco trip and added a 13 day Mediterranean cruise to the back end of it, and two 3-island Hawaiian trips with my July light expandable bag (LOVE IT - thank you!!) and a carry on/usually a backpack. I am still on my journey for the PERFECT amount of "stuff" and personal item to carry - and take inventory of what I use and what I don't to continue to learn and grow. There is nothing worse than shlugging all of my crap around the world. I enjoy your videos - thank you for taking time to pour your travel wisdom into us!! You are valued and appreciated. PS. I still need help taking less! :O Love, Bev

@ItsTheKellys 5 ай бұрын

I love to hear the progress! Keep up the great work, I’m proud!

@chaosbecomesher 2 ай бұрын

😂 I have had the 2 smaller sizes of the L.L. Bean hanging toiletry bag for like 15+ years. I love them. I do have a few other options now, like the béis hanging shower caddy and the Dagne Dover Seoul dopp kit (also has a little hook inside for hanging). I love them all, i just pick based on which luggage I bring. I have gotten those suitcase looking hanging toiletry bags like the one you pictured (as gifts), but literally never even tried to use them. Donated them all. But i pack my hanging toiletry bag with any non liquids, like toothbrush, floss, comb, solid bar soap, mini solid deodorant, tweezers, sponge or bath pouf, nail clippers, bandaids, travel washcloth (rolls or folds super flat, absorbent but dries fast), hair brush etc. Once at destination, I just the TSA liquids bag in with it.

@ItsTheKellys 2 ай бұрын

As long as it’s a small one, I’m on board. My tripped travel gear one is my favorite. Holds so much but takes up barely any space. Hangable but I don’t hang it

@bronquinn5891 Жыл бұрын

Loved this video! 😂 do people really buy hanging shelves and that shampoo dispenser? I laughed so much! Thank you ( from Oz)

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Haha right? So many Amazon reviews too! People love to overpack

@plramirez2449 Жыл бұрын

Please review that turtle neck pillow! Ty!! I agree on all those insane items people get sucked into from articles and ads!!😅😅

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

It’s horrible, I threw it away. 😂 it choked me and was very uncomfortable, that’s my review 😭

@plramirez2449 Жыл бұрын

@@ItsTheKellys THANK YOU!! I'll stick to my roll up travel blanket and hoodie 😉

@moyaharris3552 Ай бұрын

@@ItsTheKellys that trtl pillow. Sucks. Naw. I have thrown away but I don’t bring it.

@jasminebounds Жыл бұрын

I do agree that hanging thing is bulky . But luckily what seems stupid and doesn’t make sense to one makes another happy .

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

For sure!

@elizastjoseph6879 4 ай бұрын

Yes, please try Trtl neck pillow! They have a regular and a 2.0 version and a cool version.

@ItsTheKellys 4 ай бұрын

It choked me so bad! I couldn’t do it.

@CraftsBayou Жыл бұрын

A real princess would have someone else be the mule. 😝 A Queen has it figured out and doesn’t need it all. #travelgoals

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

😂😂

@karenhudson8772 6 күн бұрын

I do have the turtl and I really do like it for its use and packing!!

@ItsTheKellys 6 күн бұрын

I wish i liked it! It choked me (I have a big neck) and was curved and awkward to pack!

@KenshoQuest Жыл бұрын

Agreed! I pack a lot, but none of the items on your "don't pack list". I hadn't even seen that packing cube with shelves. The KZfaqrs who sold people on the shampoo container did a good job. I even considered it. But it really doesn't make sense. 😅 This is a fun series! 🌺✈️ Heidi

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Thanks Heidi! :)

@princesskkay221 Жыл бұрын

I never considered it, it’s way larger then just bringing a travel size shampoo, conditioner and body wash. If it doesn’t make my life easier why do I need it. Not to mention trying to spin it to the correct item when your in the shower and can’t see that we’ll really makes no sense to me. I would rather stick to my travel size bottles

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Exactly :)

@cherylbabrick1482 Жыл бұрын

I use very minimal toiletries, but often pack a small hanging case which is sometimes very useful and sometimes not. Brought a self-inflating neck pillow on a long overseas flight once and hated it. Not comfy and I couldn't squish it back up. I'd rather use my jacket.

@CIST3 Жыл бұрын

The Gemz are amazing. I bought some and they smell great, leave my hair gorgeous. They are worth the money.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Yes they are!

@lanerichardson7002 Жыл бұрын

I got some as a gift and I haven't used it yet but i am going to use it the next time I tak3 shower I keep you posted

@susanmcalister8524 Жыл бұрын

Totally agree with all you had to say. I only travel carry-on, so if it doesn't fit in my suitcase, it doesn't go. I love my compression packing cubes mainly because they keep me organized. I have an inflatable neck pillow which I often don't need but I take it because there are a few times that it was necessary. And it's small when deflated it takes up virtually no room. My favourite liquid containers are the pouches that collapse when not full. I rarely have them full, so it works well for fitting in a quart bag.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

High five!

@tigre9271 Жыл бұрын

I don't like those hanging toiletry bags. But they do have their place. Cruise ship bathrooms or anyplace where you think may not have enough vanity space. Then you can hang it on a door hook. Even if you bring it empty and fill it up later.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

I do like the convenience of hanging, especially for small vanities, for sure. I just wish there was a tiny one! Like the size of my toiletries bag now! The ones on the market are horrendously huge.

@tigre9271 Жыл бұрын

@@ItsTheKellys I do think they have slightly smaller ones that have a bi fold Instead of the typical tri fold ones.

@paddyanne2024 9 ай бұрын

Travelon sells a small, pliable hanging toiletries kit that you can pack flat if you wish. It's great in Europe where counter space may be non existent, especially if you travel with sisters!! (LOL ).

@lynnbernheim8346 3 ай бұрын

I love the trtl pillow. The only one I can sleep with. I just ordered the cool one because the regular one is a bit hot for me

@ItsTheKellys 3 ай бұрын

I wish it worked for me, but it was so tight on my neck and awkward to pack

@lovestodive1879 Жыл бұрын

I tried a travel pillow once and left that puppy at the hotel for the trip home. Nope, I just rolled up my sweater after that. I do travel with a hanging toiletry bag but mine folds up to about the size of the first pouch you showed. I don't like stuff sitting around on the counter so I just put things back in the bag after I use them and it doesn't clutter my counter. I don't travel with shampoo, conditioner or body wash - they are always provided and I'm not picky. I usually only take the jewelry I'm wearing, maybe an extra pair of ear rings but I have lots of little pouches that I put that one extra pair in. I do travel with two extra pair of sunglasses and two extra pair of readers (other than the ones I'm wearing). I have sunglasses with little reader bi-focals in them and since I buy cheapish ones, they do tend to break. I've also been known to break a pair of readers and I can't see anything small without them. I just put them in the small cloth pouches they come in and tuck them into shoes in my suitcase. Never even considered that fold out bag thing, I just put things in drawers or the closet.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

You’ve got it going on! Awesome to hear!

@princesskkay221 Жыл бұрын

I agree, I love my hanging toilet tree bag for the same reasons, everything is divided up into sections. Oral, body, shower, nighttime etc and it goes back into the bag when I’m done making for clean countertops and quick packing, I do bring my own shampoo, conditioner and body wash bc I have been to hotels that have horrible stuff (one hotel just had a 3 in one option) but it all fits nicely in the hanging bag so I think it is an essential if you have a lot of bathroom items that you want organized & all in one place

@sarahschreffler5407 Жыл бұрын

I travel with shampoo because 1) the hotel does not usually provide enough for ALL of my family to wash their hair and I hate feeling like I have to skimp to make it stretch, etc. and 2) when I go camping (where I use the same toiletry bag) There is no shampoo at all provided. But then I am travelling by car and not plane most of the time.

@lindamonahan1704 Жыл бұрын

I would be happy to send you my turtle neck pillow. Never could figure out how to make it work right. I think I only used it once.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Aw thank you, I already ordered one!

@cinderellallanto5630 Жыл бұрын

Oh my couldn’t agree more! Esp the dispenser. Though, like the other comments I DO swear on neck pillows, I even have them in my car for taking short naps, it’s an ESSENTIAL for me. Cant recommend, as it truly depends on the user. But I was laughing coz I do loose some neck pillows in the airport and I get so upset as I truly need it.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

I understand the love/need for them for sure!

@sherryschumacher1881 Жыл бұрын

I agree with you on all of these. I have three or four travel pillows for the plane and have stopped bringing them. I could never find the "right one" which is why I have several. Now, I can't justify the space and bulkiness and on my trip to Italy in August, I didn't bring a pillow for the plane and it was fine. Would be interested in seeing a review on the Trtl pillow....to me, it looks very uncomfortable but maybe it isn't.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

I think I’ll order it for my next trip!

@IntriguedLioness Жыл бұрын

I have never understood the need for a travel pillow, especially since you have your clothes with you! Some just wad up a jacket or sweater and that's fine but especially since I've spent so much time in India I've long grown accustomed to traveling with a pashmina. It serves as a shawl on a chili flight, a sleep mask on a bright flight, and a pillow in any case. Because I purchase them in Asia the best with silk and pashmina are rather inexpensive so I do tend to buy the best. A synthetic will show wrinkles but a true pashmina is good to go straight off your flight!

@dawn3616 6 ай бұрын

We need a part two of this!

@ItsTheKellys 6 ай бұрын

I’ve done a few little separate ones and people got so mad I had to unlist one of them 😂

@carolynharris5902 Жыл бұрын

OH my I am hooked! Subscribed!! I have been binge watching! HA !! Thanks☮💜✈

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Thank you my new friend!

@jsg071386 Жыл бұрын

LOVE my turtl. I'm a side sleeper and it's been a life safe for me to get sleep on planes. I think depending on your sleep style its more or less comfy/useful, but it def doesn't take up the space the neck pillows do

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Yay! So excited to try!

@kaz6655 Жыл бұрын

I bought one of those hanging toiletries bag and hated it it takes up more room and I never hung it up I took all the crap out to use. The sunglass bulky thing 😂😂😂

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Haha! I mean, I like the hanging idea but it’s so big! Plus, my liquids have to go in a clear bag anyway! And I know, the sunglasses thing is as big as my head! Haha

@Mocha_x_svt Жыл бұрын

I love my 4 way dispenser lol but it fits perfectly in my Toiletries bag & keeps things from soiling or being squished like the silicone bottles

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

So you do it in a checked bag? Because there’s no way that it would fit in the bag for carry on bags (especially when you add other liquid essentials)

@elizastjoseph6879 2 ай бұрын

Yes! Please try the turtle pillow. Do the deluxe one.

@ItsTheKellys 2 ай бұрын

I have. I think my neck is just too thick for it. It was very, very tight and I felt like I couldn’t breathe.

@MissGinger1123 Жыл бұрын

Agree with the neck pillow, I used to take it on every trip but now I don't want to. But I disagree with the toiletries bag, I have that exact one and love it! Maybe I'm just a little more high maintenance. I did buy the matching jewerly holder to the toiletry bag and its quite small and was cheap, haven't used it yet but soon and I think it will be nice for price.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

So can you fill that with toiletries doing carry on only? I just would never want to move my toiletries from my liquids 3-1-1 bag I to that for every flight haha

@missmayflower Жыл бұрын

You must check a bag to bring that giant bag.

@chanej2651 Жыл бұрын

I am particular about my shampoo and conditioner because I have very curly textured hair. I can't just use anything. I need my neck pillow and my hanging toiletry bag.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

As a hairstylist, I understand. But that huge thing isn’t needed :) I’ve recently found a hanging toiletry bag that is smaller than I travel with now, and doesn’t take up half of a suitcase :)

@chanej2651 Жыл бұрын

@ItsTheKellys that is what I am looking for. A smaller toiletry bag. My current hanging toiletry bag takes up half my carry-on. I definitely need to downsize.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

This is the one I’ve been using. I just use the part with the two compartments and I’ll be doing a video soon where I show everyone what’s in it :)

@spark_6710 5 ай бұрын

Very good & practical advices !! 👍👍Yes,travel goods / necessity goods should be as much as simple as they can be !! 👏👏💜🥁🐉🎤🎶✈️💞

@LadyWinterHawk14 Жыл бұрын

I use Shampoo and conditioner bars when I travel it is the best thing for me. Took me a while to find one I like but I did and love the.I do as mush sold as I can.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

I did love mine, and then brought them on this trip and they didn’t do well enough with gnarly ocean hair! But maybe for normal trips!

@denisedefazio2474 Жыл бұрын

OMG, I absolutely love the Gemz shampoo and conditioner! They are so luxurious! My hair feels so great and stays so clean!

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Yay!! I’m so glad you love them

@Mocha_x_svt Жыл бұрын

I wanted to get that sunglasses case as a gift but not for travel just for dresser organization lol

@susandiekmann Жыл бұрын

OMG, every single time I see one of those "travel products you NEED" videos, I have to laugh! Gadgets galore, but smart? No. Thanks for pointing out just a few. That hanging shelves thing is not something I ever bought, but only because it seemed like too much material (adding bulk) and it stacks vertically, which, as you said, doesn't fit into the suitcase! I have traveled a couple of times with a small pillow that works well for me. It's supposed to hold a small blanket, but I replace the blanket with an extra outfit, and it's a packing cube/pillow that I don't have to fit into my suitcase. I bought the Gemz shampoo & conditioner for my next trip that I'm excited to use, so thanks for that idea. Here's an extra, but strictly cruise-related that I will NEVER use -- a shoe organizer, but used for toiletries that can hang on the bathroom door. No. Just NO! I won't do it! LOL! You continue to come up with the best videos, Lauren!

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

😂😂 who needs that many toiletries?!?! And I’m a pro! Hair makeup and skincare! But I STILL don’t bring it all! I think I’m going to do some “what’s in my liquids/toiletries/purse” videos on this next trip!

@susandiekmann Жыл бұрын

@@ItsTheKellys Please do!

@IntriguedLioness Жыл бұрын

@@ItsTheKellys I know some estheticians would cringe but I like traveling with toiletries that serve more than one purpose...ie a travel size cardboard tube of cocoa butter for chapped lips, wind burn, rough elbows etc. Plus, does not count as a liquid. You're the pro here! Maybe you can include more examples in that future video!

@IntriguedLioness Жыл бұрын

I agree about travel pillows. I'm also an avid backpacker and thru-trekker and I've never understood the need for a pillow when your stuff sack with your clothing in it serves perfectly well!

@IntriguedLioness Жыл бұрын

*_Truly needed for travel - a passport._* Hey! I have that "big giant sunglassy thing"! Caveat, I've never once considered using it for travel. It hangs in my closet as an easy way to reach my daily prescription/sunglasses and then pop them in an individual case. I like the design but it is _not_ for travel. Thanks for poopooing that hanging shelf monstrosity. I saw an ad for that online and made a note never to click on it so that the algorithm did not think I wanted such impractical garbage! I've never even seen that shampoo dispenser. That is ridiculous! Am I bougie about my shampoo? Yes, but, two points... Although I do have various sizes of silicone "go-tubes", which I love, when I have to adhere to 3-1-1 on flights I simply purchase a travel size of a shampoo and then refill that already labeled bottle. (who knew that travel size shampoo and conditioner bottles were already labeled!?!) Also, years ago my stylist convinced me I should never shampoo every day and when I travel I often go a week without shampooing. Your hair and scalp adapts quickly, producing less oil and especially if you have long hair you either braid at night or tie it up in a bun and you have wonderfully wavy curls the next day! I always get compliments on my hair when I travel and when I tell them I simply toss it up in braids they don't believe me. _No, I do not travel with a style posse!_ Thanks for another informative 🧐 and fun 😝 video!

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

You should see all of my sunglasses and glasses at home! I have a 2 drawer/20 pair organizer for sunglasses, glasses, and prescription sunglasses! Hahah. And I just bought another pair yesterday!

@IntriguedLioness Жыл бұрын

@@ItsTheKellys I would be tempted except that most of mine are prescription sunglasses! I do have a pair of cheap Lolita sunglasses but all in all my collection fits in this hexagonal shaped organizer. And come winter in Sunny (ha!) Seattle I can roll them up and push them to the side. I like it, just not for travel - _duh_ !!

@PetitePhillyLife Жыл бұрын

That’s what I thought it would be great for; storing your glasses at home.

@kathrynmoran9577 Жыл бұрын

I have the sunglasses holder and the toiletries bag 😂 I got them both for a cruise, though. They also held enough for myself, my spouse, and our toddler. Never flown with either

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

I’m sure you wouldn’t bring it if you were doing just a carry on though! It would take up one whole side of the suitcase! And your liquids would have to be separate 😜

@kathrynmoran9577 Жыл бұрын

@@ItsTheKellys oh, absolutely. The toiletries bag is basically a personal item. I could see using it for a 10+ day trip somewhere in a checked bag, but only because I’m too lazy to consolidate my mousse and curl cream if I don’t absolutely have to. The sunglasses case is only feasible if you are really worried about glasses being crushed OR you want to display them at your destination for some reason.

@elmrkm Жыл бұрын

Love this! Looking forward to episode 2. I’m about to purchase packing cubes and trying to decide among the innumerable options available. The cubes you linked are not compressible. Do you have a preference regarding compressible vs. standard cubes? Two travel items I’ve wasted money on; horseshoe travel pillow & travel jewelry case. Live & learn 😊

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

I have both compression and regular. To be honest, the compression doesn’t compress too much space, and things can get a little wrinkly. Next Saturday’s video is going to be using packing cubes versus not using packing cubes, and spoiler alert, packing cubes win! amzn.to/3Efytpf these are the compression ones I have, if you want to try!

@elmrkm Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to it. Have a great week.

@gissyepop7771 Жыл бұрын

Omg I hate those hanging toiletries bag

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

It’s so bad. I tried a small one for the cruise because people asked me to, and I still didn’t like it

@jamilahg6058 Жыл бұрын

Agreed with all, but I kind of want to try that weird neck pillow thingamajig 😀.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

The turtle one? I tried it and I felt like it was choking me the whole time! Hope it works for other people!

@dawn3616 14 күн бұрын

Still waiting for a part 2!

@clubcocotravels Жыл бұрын

I do have the Trtl neck pillow, I’d never buy anything else because of the space saving. Those huge pillows look insane!!! Why why?! 🤣

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

I’m glad to hear you like it! I’m going to order one! :)

@iam.vanessaruth Жыл бұрын

I do bring a neck pillow on long flights. ☺️ if b I don't use as neck pillow. I will use as a lumbar support.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Yes, I use one of the plane pillows for my back for sure!

@missmayflower Жыл бұрын

So funny! My thoughts exactly.

@bretaskinner3143 Жыл бұрын

Hello youngster! I found you while searching for carry-on bag reviews, now enjoy watching your other videos. I do still like neck pillows, but yes, the connecting bucket broke, so need to get a new one. I agree with all your other ideas, especially the big toiletry bag. It seems odd to me that we all dress so casually, yet women use tons of makeup and insist to lug it along on trips?! Maybe it's the selfie generation. PLEASE continue this series of not this, but that ideas for travel!👍

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

I saw a neck pillow the other day that squeezed into a ball and had a little holder bag that you could clip to the outside. I’m still not a fan, but this is a better and cleaner solution!

@brandonblahnik6002 Жыл бұрын

What do you think of the ostrich napping pillow?

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

The one that looks like a space helmet?! I actually used one like that 6 years ago and it sucked haha

@juliehouser9361 10 ай бұрын

Do you just do a search for the double sided eye glass holder? I havent seen them

@ItsTheKellys 10 ай бұрын

For next time, Links are always in the description :) but here is a link for it: amzn.to/3SvcfTY

@plmernie Жыл бұрын

Haha, I used to use a few see through plastic bags or make up bags I'm not using to sort out and put everything in. But I just up-sized to the hanging toiletry case on somebody's travel advise! 😉 I confess, I am pretty boujee with my products, but I do need something for my contacts and toothbrush stuff, which I keep separate for hygienic reasons. It is quite big though, so, trying to figure out if its better all compact or several different little bags...sigh hope we can still be friends 😜✌

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

haha! I found a smaller hanging toiletries bag from tripped travel gear that I've been using lately :) compromise!

@plmernie Жыл бұрын

@It's The Kellys Awesome, I will definitely check that one out. Have you done a review on it yet?

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Not a review, just showing that I’m packing it. I will be doing a “what’s in my toiletries bag” with it on my next trip (coming out in July)

@ciannacoleman5125 Жыл бұрын

Why does anyone even need a shampoo dispenser? Just upend the bottles. I decant shampoo and conditioner into repurposed 2oz containers, one is the cleaner fluid bottle I was given when I got my ears pierced, the other I think was a toner sample. Not as easy as sueezing a silicon bottle but not hard to use & free! I am swiping to bars (for at home use of course) which will make my occasional travel even easier

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Exactly. I travel with solid now and it’s so nice!

@laura_and_shanman Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel and LOVE your tips!!!! ❤

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@khorikai Жыл бұрын

I love your glasses! can you share where you got the frames?

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

I linked them in a comment down below, but they weren’t available on Amazon anymore!

@Originaltuber Жыл бұрын

Ooooh which brand and style are those sunglasses? So cute!!!

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I’ll have to go thru my collection when I get home, because now I can’t tell from watching 😂 I have like 200 pairs 🤣

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

I found them! I got them on Amazon and they are unavailable right now but maybe you can find something similar. This is them. amzn.to/3yM5lSM

@Originaltuber Жыл бұрын

@@ItsTheKellys thank you!!

@Lisa-kz7vw Жыл бұрын

I'm single have you traveled to any countries alone? you mentioned you traveled to several countries. I'm all about traveling light now, I was the girl with the 28inch checked luggage and a carry-on plus personal item for a two week trip several outfits, shoes ,makeup all my skincare lol. I know travel with a carry-on and a personal item for a two week trip wear everything I bring small amount of toiletries and makeup I've learned rolling clothes for me allows me to pack the most way more than using packing cubes even good tips.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

Yes, I’ve traveled solo a lot and my next trip next month is solo! I’m going to be doing a few videos about solo travel :)

@Lisa-kz7vw Жыл бұрын

@@ItsTheKellys I can't wait for the solo travel vlogs I often don't have anyone to go with me places I'm a loner but have been afraid to travel solo looking for inspiration and tips.

@ItsTheKellys Жыл бұрын

@@Lisa-kz7vw I’ve got you! If you have any specific questions or anything, please let me know because I will be happy to help as much as possible!

@stephanier9820 Жыл бұрын

Many times, can't exactly remember all. Most we're on driving trips, only 1 flight under my belt so far. I agree on toiletry case, I had a big one, gave to husband and downsized. Them doensized again and he gave the big one to our daughter. I don't wear makeup or jewelry but I did buy my daughter a couple small cakes, one rolls and othe deck of cards sized.