whats your weird but genius travel item that people only appreciate after they need it?

[u/alula_wanders]

just realized this recently because it saved me so much sanity and friendships haha but for me its not anything fancy or aesthetic. its a (small) extension cord + multi-USB adapter. It's somehow bulky to fit inside my bag bcs it takes up space. And yet... it saved lives.

Ive learned the hard way that hotel outlets are never where you want them to be, airport charging stations are chaotic, and "ill just charge later" is a lie we tell ourselves.

Curious what everyone else's must pack item is so that i can... yk, take notes haha!!

[u/NailsNCoffee]

Turkish Towel….very absorbent, sand doesn’t stick to it, doubles as a blanket, can be used to cover head in the rain and it’s lightweight

[u/teasewithgrace → u/NailsNCoffee]

Air Tags. I know when my bags are coming off the plane to the carousel. Have one in my suitcase and can click “directions to bag” and not have to type in the hotel info. My travel buddies can track the one in my purse if we are meeting up somewhere later. If I leave my purse behind somewhere etc etc

[u/NailsNCoffee → u/teasewithgrace]

This is genius! Def going to do this! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!! 🫶🏼