Amber’s Favorite Travel Things

Oprah has her favorite things—and I have mine! These budget-friendly travel finds are designed to make every part of your journey easier, from packing smarter to traveling more comfortably and enjoying the ride.

Below are some of my favorite travel finds...in no particular order.

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These sleep headphones may not be luxury quality, but they are an excellent value for the price. I use them to sleep on planes—the volume is loud enough to drown out cabin noise and even the crying baby behind you. As a bonus, they also cover your eyes and block out light, making them part headphones, part sleep mask, and one of my favorite in-flight essentials.

I love these collapsible reusable water bottles! They’re lightweight, easy to carry, and perfect for sightseeing or long travel days. When empty, they fold down small enough to fit into a pocket or crowded carry-on.

Some collapsible bottles can affect the taste of the water, but I haven’t had that problem with these. They’re practical, space-saving, and a great value!

I love packing light—waiting at baggage claim or dealing with a lost suitcase is not my idea of a relaxing vacation. I try to travel with only a carry-on, and being forced to check it makes for one unhappy Amber!

On trips of 12 days or more, laundry is unavoidable. These portable laundry sheets make it easy and mess-free, with no bulky bottles or spills. They work well, take up almost no space, and are perfect for longer adventures.

I’m a flip-flop kind of gal, but most pairs are brutal on my feet after a full day of sightseeing. Not these! They have excellent arch support, and the soft, stretchy material helps prevent rubbing and blisters. They’re comfortable enough for long travel days, easy to pack, and a great value for the price.

I’ve used this backpack for years, and it remains one of my favorite travel essentials. It fits under the seat in front of me and has plenty of pockets, including one that is perfect for keeping my passport within easy reach.

It also has a lockable compartment, which I use to protect my gadgets, passport, money, and other valuables. I often prefer it to a hotel safe—and it is especially useful when your room does not have one. Practical, secure, and perfect for travel!

This universal travel adapter has been traveling the world with me for years! It works in countries across the globe and lets me charge several devices at once, so I don’t have to pack a collection of adapters or fight over the one available outlet. Compact, reliable, and incredibly convenient—it’s one of my most-used travel essentials.

This bag has traveled to so many places with me—and trust me, it has seen some things! I love the roomy design, the abundance of pockets, and how well it maximizes overhead carry-on space. It’s lightweight and flexible enough to squeeze into tight spaces, making it a practical choice for travelers who want to pack as much as possible without carrying a bulky suitcase.

It’s tough to find a better pair of budget-friendly earbuds! Available in a variety of colors, the sound quality is excellent, the battery life is impressive, and I’ve used them on multiple trips and neighborhood walks without needing to recharge them.

At under $25, they’re an incredible value—and if you lose them while traveling, you won’t cry nearly as hard as you would over a $100-plus pair of AirPods!