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2025 TRAVEL ESSENTIALS WE LOVE |
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For our annual Gear of the Year list, we searched far and wide for the coolest products to pack. We also asked travel experts what they look for in everything from travel bags to travel tech. Here’s what we’re most excited to take with us in 2025. |
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This 30L travel backpack makes a great daypack and expands into a roomy carry-on. It’s weatherproofed on the outside and has sections inside for organizing your laptop, keys, glasses, and passport. |
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With four spinner wheels, this hard-sided carry-on bag whizzes through busy airports. It’s also comfortable, with a molded trolley handle, side grips, and an easy-lift top. We also like the USB port and the lining inside that the company says is made with recycled plastic bottles. |
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This versatile belt bag is big enough to hold your keys, wallet, and passport. It’s also made with water repellent-fabric and looks great with any travel outfit. |
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The versatile Capilene Cool top is made with quick-drying, odor-resistant fabric with a little stretch—great for outdoor activities We like that it’s made with recycled polyester in a Fair Trade Certified factory. |
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Patagonia's beloved classic is warm, windproof, and water resistant. We like that the polyester fill and shell are made from 100 percent recycled materials. This travel jacket has plenty of pockets, a hood designed to fit under helmets, and a drawcord hem to keep in warmth. |
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Compared to most of Hoka’s other models, these everyday walking shoes have more cushion. They’re also made with water-resistant leather and a slip-resistant outsole with super grippy treads to help keep you stable. Also available in men’s sizes. |
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This four-piece set of packing cubes offers plenty of options to fit your clothes and accessories. They’re made with lightweight ripstop nylon for extra durability and feature smooth zippers for easy access. |
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This sporty-looking slipper has a water-resistant exterior, faux-fur lining, a removable insole, and a rubber sole. The collapsible heel makes it easy to get them on and off—perfect for wearing around the campfire. |
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A quick charging USB power bank can help make sure your cellphone is powered and ready to go. This one is lightweight and slips into a pocket, with enough power for all your gear. |
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Wireless noise-canceling headphones are perfect for long flights, camping trips, or train rides. Enjoy the silence or listen to your favorite music. This one is compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant. |
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Skip over-priced bottles of water at the airport with a collapsible water bottle. This one folds down to 1.5 inches and fits in a pocket or carry-on bag. It’s easy to clean, BPA-free, made to prevent leaks and fits in most car cup holders. |
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This memory foam travel pillow is one of the best products for sleeping on a plane. The raised edges help support your head, while thin straps secure it around your neck. When you’re not sleeping, you can use the straps to hook the pillow to an airline seat. |
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We love that this nylon backpack has so many pockets and customizable sections. The removable hip belt, shoulder straps, and mesh back make it comfortable to lug your equipment around. |
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This scarf comes in 15 colors and has a hidden, zippered pocket for small essentials, such as your keys, passport, and even your phone. |
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This minimalist bifold wallet has three compartments and weighs nothing. It’s also made with vegan leather that the brand says resists scratches. |
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Photograph by Galina Zhigalova, Shutterstock |
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From true tales in national parks to futuristic stories set in the world’s largest ocean, these books touch on travel in new and, at times, surprising ways. |
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