Best Travel Accessories For 2026
We live to travel… Or is it the other way around? Travelling is all about discovering new places, learning about new cultures, finding yourself, and completely immersing yourself in the here and now. The right travel accessories can make the experience of being somewhere new, or the journey there, infinitely smoother.
Every trip you take might be different too; whether you’re trying out a stint as a digital nomad, are planning a trip to the great outdoors, or are planning an epic trip around the world, these are our must-have accessories to take care of your 2026 travel needs.
Packing
We’ve discussed how to pick the right suitcase for your needs in great detail before. What you put inside can make a world of a difference between chaos and calm.
Packing Cubes
Packing cubes are what sliced bread was for lunch, you can’t imagine life without it. We absolutely love this set of packing cubes from Shacke 5 that fit the clothes you need for a 14 day trip. You can organize your clothes by size (socks and underclothes), usage (workout vs going out warm vs cold), etc., just like you would in your closet.
Travel Toiletries Kit
Forget the bag, these 100ml Silicone Travel Bottles from Opret are perfect to keep your liquids in when you travel. These leak-proof bottles hold 100 ml each of your shampoo, conditioner, lotions etc., all accessible with a squeeze. They are the perfect size for carry on or check in luggage. Pair them with this Peak Design Toiletries Bag that’s perfect for both men and women.
Tech and Travel Gadgets
If you’ve forgotten to pack that extra pair of socks, they’re easy enough to pick up during your travels. Tech, on the other hand, isn’t as easy to replace. Luckily this Tortuga Backpack can hold all of it and more, making it one of the best weekender bags for men and women. The FYY Electronic Organizer helps you keep your cables, chargers, air buds, and other miscellaneous items handy and tangle free.
Universal Travel Adaptor
While no travel adaptor works in every part of the world, this one from EPICKA comes close. It covers over 150 countries, charges six devices at a time, and comes with a spare fuse and travel bag making it a must-have for the modern digital nomad.
E-Reader
There’s nothing like a good book on holiday. The Kindle Paperwhite lets you carry as many of your favourite reads as you wish and is waterproof too, so you can even take it into the pool with you!
Luggage Tags
There are plenty of options to choose from. Look for tags made from flexible materials like silicone. It stops them from breaking off easily when bags are manhandled during transit. Apple AirTags are another must-have for the modern traveller. Simply chuck them into your bags so you know where they are always.
Luggage Scale
Keep an eye on your holiday shopping with the Travel Inspira Luggage Scale so you know you’re well within your flight guidelines.
Caring For Yourself
While travel itself is a form of self-care, caring for your body while you’re on the move helps keeps those spirits high.
Massage Gun
Long flights, cramped car or bus journeys, or sleeping on the floor of a tent can leave your body feeling sore. The Active Mini Thermacool massage gun is exactly what you need. It’s small aka easy to pack and offers heat to ease tight muscles or cooling levels to calm soreness. It’s your spa on the go.
Shoes
Hiking boots aside, comfy, high-performance shoes are key to keeping your travels comfortable, especially when you’re dashing from one airport gate to the next, wandering around a museum or walking a charming, cobblestoned path. It’s a bonus if those shoes look chic too. WHITIN’s barefoot series for men and women are perfect for all those activities and are budget-friendly too.
Woman packing for vacation using packing cubes in a suitcase
Staying Hydrated
The kindest thing you can do to yourself, whether you’re in the air or on land is to stay hydrated. The world isn’t a kind place, however, and not every place has well-equipped water fountains and drinking stations. The LifeStraw Personal Water Filter is literally a lifesaver letting you filter water anywhere, anytime.
Get Some Rest
A pair of great noise cancelling headphones can make the difference between enjoying your holiday or feeling sleepy and tired throughout. These Bose QuietComfort Headphones are ideal for travel, cutting out noise from the airplane or noisy streets. The aware mode lets you hear your flight attendant and important announcements while cutting out other noise.
Travel Umbrella
While getting caught in the rain sounds romantic, it isn’t really. Keep dry with the Balios Travel Folding Umbrella that feels sturdy even in windy conditions. Its tiny size means it slips into your luggage with no problem at all.
The best travel gadgets for 2026 slip quietly into your travel life without making a big hullaballoo about it. What they do, however, is enhance the way you travel, making it smoother, easier, and so comfortable.
