Dwell Picks: The 9 Products Our Team Never Travels Without

As chilly weather hits the Northern Hemisphere, many are cashing in on travel points to get some much-needed R&R. The Dwell team shares its holy-grail travel products to make sure it’s smooth sailing, wherever you’re headed next: flying home to see family, road-tripping with friends, or even just camping out in your living room.

William Hanley, Editor in Chief:

I’ve had one of these shave kits pretty much forever—it’s the perfect size, indestructible, and has logged a lot of miles.

Zach Klein, CEO:

I bring this Anker power strip with me when I travel. Outlets are hard to come by at the airport gate, so this way when I find one, the whole family can share. And it comes in handy on the airplanes that only provide two outlets for three passengers in each row. Bonus: When I travel abroad, I only need to bring one outlet adapter to power all of my devices.

Sam Daly, Associate Editor:

This dopp kit is the perfect addition to your suitcase or duffel. They release different colorways every few months, so you can feel like you got a limited-edition piece no matter which one you buy. It’s also machine washable, which is perfect because I somehow get eyeliner all over it during every trip.

Maris Berkowitz, Sales Production Manager:

My key to sleeping on planes and rooms that don’t have black-out shades? This sleep mask! It helps ensure you get the proper amount of rest while traveling—which, to me, is always a top priority and challenge. This mask is the best that I have tried thus far since it’s so incredibly soft and resilient. Highly recommend! 

Jenny Xie, Executive Editor:

This is more of an everyday essential, but it’s also become an indispensable travel companion. This stuff feels amazingly silky and doubles as makeup primer.

Tasty, nutritious, and helpful for hydrating, Nuuns are great to have on hand to drop into your water bottle.

Susan McSwiggin, Photo Director:

Hate to admit it, but I do love my Away suitcase.

Brandon Dorn, Senior Product Designer:

My girlfriend, Kelly, recommended this, actually. She says, "I like that it’s thin and compact—it can easily fit in my purse or in my travel bags without taking up too much room, and the silicone case on the outside makes it super easy to grip and drink from! I also really like the little carrying loop as an option while I’m on the go. It’s also super easy to fill up at airport water fountains because it’s small, but it also holds so much water."

David Marin, Assistant Account Manager:

Pretty good for small space!

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