Carry-On Essentials For Summer Travel
Summer may be almost over, but there’s still plenty of time for enjoying a warm-weather getaway. Whether it’s sailing the Mediterranean or lounging on a beach in Mexico (how this writer spent her most recent vacation), summer travel is about enjoying all that is easy, breezy and relaxing.
When it comes to packing for a summer vacation, I like to take the same approach – always including things in my suitcase designed to make my travels easier and, therefore, more enjoyable. Here are some of my favorite carry-on essentials for summer trips
Comfy FootwearIf you’re headed to a beach destination, I highly recommend a pair of Malvados. Not only do their sandals come in go…
“Cool” ClothingWhen selecting clothes for summer travel, I like to choose options that are soft, lightweight and won’t take up too much suitcase real estate. This summer, my go-to was theBuzios Maxi T-Shirt Dressfrom Koy Resort. It’s a great daytime look but can also be dressed up with some statement earrings for an effortless nighttime outfit.To make packing super easy, I recommendADAY’s Carry-On Capsule Wardrobe, which includes five neutral pieces made fromtechnical fabrics that are lightweight and wrinkle-resistant.My husband also loves the dress shirts fromTie Bar. They’re breathable – ideal for warm summer months – and non-wrinkle, so he never has to spend time ironing in our hotel room.
A Quality Neck PillowThis is another must-have for longer flights. My favorite: theEasy Breather Travel PillowfromNest Bedding. This little thing is seriously so comfortable it rivals my pillow at home. I also like that it hasa removable zippered cover that helps you adjust to the firmness you'd like. And when it does get dirty, you just remove the cover and wash.
A Great Underseat BagExtra baggage space on airplanes isn’t exactly easy to come by. That’s why I always make sure I take a comfortable carry-on that can fit all my in-flight essentials, while still easily sliding under the seat in front of me.I recently tested out theMain Squeeze Toteby Sofia Mia and fell in love. In addition to being absolutely stunning, this bag was designed smaller (11 x 14.5 x 5.5 in.) than the standard size as a typical carry-on luggage (27 x 21 x 14 in.). The accompanyingChief of Staff Organizerthat you put inside the bag includes a padded secure slot for a 13' laptop, a key-leash and pockets for everything from pens to personal beauty items.My husband’s go-to carry-on is thePeak Design Travel Backpack. He loves that it has tons of pockets, plus a main cavity that’s divisible via a zippered mesh sleeve for easy organizing. We’re both also big fans of thePeak Design Travel Cubes.