9 Genius Travel Accessories You Can Buy on Amazon

Getting away from the hustle and bustle of daily life for a summer vacation can be the perfect way to recharge, but getting there? Not so much.

Sure, vacations are nice once you’re there, but traveling to your chosen spot takes time and energy—both of which would be best saved for your actual vacation. That’s why our favorite travel hack is shopping for accessories that may look nonessential, but are actually must-haves. We shopped on Amazon and found nine genius travel accessories that can save you both time and energy, so you can enjoy your holiday.

Shop portable chargers, compression packing cubes to save space, TSA-approved toiletry bottles to avoid buying everything in sample sizes, and grab an Apple Airtag so you can always find your luggage. Our top picks are all under $25, with prices starting at just $6.

9 Genius Travel Accessories Under $25 on Amazon

Charmast Portable Charger with Built-in Cables

What good is a vacation if your phone is dead, and you can’t take pictures? Make sure it’s ready for your adventures with this portable charger that charges up to six devices at one time. It includes four cables to charge a variety of devices, and weighs less than a pound, so you can easily slip it into your pocket or your favorite weekender bag.

Mooyavia Ultra-Strong Magnetic Anti-Lost Straps for AirPods

Losing your headphones is a great way to ruin an otherwise perfect vacation, but these $6 straps can save the day. Made for Apple AirPods, the silicone straps are magnetic and can be worn around your neck or wrist, so your headphones are always with you. With a pair of AirPods running more than $100, replacing them will take a chunk of your vacation budget, so the anti-lost straps are a definite must.

Bagail 4-Pack Compression Packing Cubes

If you’re prone to overpacking or tend to buy too many souvenirs, these compression packing cubes are a great travel hack. Made of nylon, the cubes compress clothing, saving up to 60 percent of space in your luggage, according to the brand. “I am a pilot and travel a lot,” wrote one five-star reviewer who spends up to 16 nights each month staying at hotels. “These bags keep me organized, save time packing and unpacking, and keep my clothes wrinkle-free.”

Lisen Retractable Car Charger

Skipping the long lines and airfare for a good old-fashioned road trip? This retractable car charger will come in handy for long drives, ensuring your phone is always charged for taking pictures or using your GPS. It supports both iPhone and Android devices, and charges multiple phones simultaneously.

Apple Airtag

Misplaced luggage can seriously ruin a vacation. Adding an Apple Airtag to your bag ensures you always know where it is, and makes it easy to find. A simple one-tap setup pairs the tag to your iPhone or iPad, and once you’re close to it, you can even play a sound right from the tag, so you can locate it in a noisy airport. “Extremely helpful when the airport can’t find your luggage. You can tell the airline where your luggage is,” wrote one five-star reviewer. “They were easy to connect to my phone. The size is great for my luggage and backpack.”

Sukuos Large Weekly Pill Organizer

If there’s one thing you don’t want to forget on vacation, it’s your medicine. Never miss a dose with this seven-day pill organizer that has an AM/PM design, so you know when to take them, even if you’re suffering from a bit of jetlag. A secure lid prevents moisture and spills, and each day’s round case can be removed from the main tray. Just pop the specific day’s case out and put it in your pocket—no need to return to your hotel to take your medicine.

Waterproof Travel Wallet and Passport Holder

Traveling abroad? You’ll need this travel wallet and passport holder that can hold up to six passports, your ID, cards, cash, coins, and even an ink pen. Made of waterproof and stain-resistant polyester, the wallet has RFID-blocking, which prevents passports and cards from being scanned. Those not traveling abroad can instead use the passport pockets to carry plane tickets, maps, more cash, or other accessories.

Riemot Luggage Travel Cup Holder

If you’re flying to your vacation spot, chances are you’ll also spend some time waiting around the airport. This luggage cup holder will free up your hands for more important things—like digging through your purse to find your passport. Slipping around your luggage handle, it can hold drinkware of varying sizes, plus your phone, glasses, a portable charger, or any other accessories you need within reach. “I packed this in my carry-on bag, and took it out once I was in the airport terminal. It was very useful, providing me with a place to set my phone, a collapsible silicone cup, and even my oatmeal,” wrote one five-star reviewer. “I didn’t have to worry about balancing anything on my lap, and loved that it folds flat and didn’t take up much space in my carry-on bag.”

Aeomni 19-Pack Silicone TSA-Approved Toiletry Bottles

Skip the mini bottles and save money by bringing the shampoo you already have at home with these TSA-approved toiletry bottles. The 19-piece kit includes a transparent, waterproof storage bag, three large and two small silicone travel bottles, two spray bottles, and four cream boxes. You’ll also get a funnel for filling the bottles, a cosmetic label, a cleaning brush, and cosmetic spatulas.