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Travel Must Haves

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Curating lists for everything you need for your travel adventures!
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Electronic Accessories

 
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No, the outlets in Italy are not the same as in the US. Yes you will need adapters for all electronics needing to be plugged in :)
Plug Adapter For Italy
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You will definitely need to charge on-the-go while you're walking around and touring
Portable Charger (Single Port)
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Charge on the go - good for the kiddos tablets!
Power Bank (2-Port)
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If you're going swimming on the Amalfi Coast - you'll want to keep this handy
Waterproof Phone Case
 
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Because somehow these always disappear
I Phone USB Wire
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If you hate the airplane headphones they give you as much as I do…these will save your ears!
AirFly Pro Portable Bluetooth Audio Receiver - White

Time to Pack!

 
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She's cute and colorful
Toiletry Bag for the ladies
 
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i love that this has the compartments where products are more visible and standing upright instead of all thrown into one large area in a traditional toiletry bag.
Mila Toiletry Organizer
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Because the fellas also need nice things to pack in
Toiletry Bag for the Bros
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If you're an over packer like me - these are perfect for not having to narrow down your options!
Compression Packing Bags
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Cuter than their plastic cousins
Compression Packing Cubes
 
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If you travel a lot you'll definitely want a passport holder to keep your passport safe from wear and tear
Passport Holder
 
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A strong durable back pack is SUPER necessary for those of us that work remotely and have to travel with computers, folders, binders etc - she holds EVERYTHING!
Backpacks
 
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make sure you don't get caught with heavy luggage and then get stuck with hundreds of dollars of luggage chekc fees!
Luggage Scale
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if you have to check luggage these will help you feel at ease knowing where your stuff is!
Apple AirTag
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If you're on the Amalfi Coast or anywhere with windy roads or boat tours and your tummy doesn't handle it well, you will 10000% need nausea meds
Dramamine Non-Drowsy
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DON'T LEAVE HOME without this! Mosquitos in the summer can be brutal and leave massive welts on your body so do everything you can to repel those blood suckers!
Insect Repellent
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cute polka dot
13.3" Laptop Sleeve - Champagne Dot
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pretty flowers
14" Laptop Sleeve - Floral
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pretty for summer
15" Laptop Sleeve - Garden Party Blush

Let's Get Carried AWAY

Once you go Away, you never come back

 
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The amount of stuff I am able to shove into these packing cubes is magical
Away The Insider Packing Cubes (Set of 4)
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Carry on size that fits a TON
Away Carry On Suitcase
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When the carry on is juusssssst a little too small
Away "The Bigger" Carry-On
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I am obsessed with my matching sets!
Away Medium Suitcase
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when you need just a little extra space
Away The Medium Flex
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Zzzzzzzzz
Away Travel Sleep Mask
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Slim and easily fits into small purses
Away Passport Wallet
 
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To keep all your wires and things in place and easy to find
Away The Tech Case Organizer

In Flight MUST HAVES

To make your overnight flights to Italy more enjoyable

 
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Spritzing your face is SO necessary on long flights so your skin doesn't get dried out
Face Mist, Face Spray & Hydrating Mist
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Hydrate Hydrate Hydrate! The air on airplanes dries you up! Use serums to keep your skin dewy and fresh while flying.
Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum
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Hyaluronic acid is a girl's best friend!
B-Hydra™ Intensive Hydration Serum with Hyaluronic Acid
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Because if you're not flying premium or first class, you won't get one of these freebies
Oral Care Travel Kit
 
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It's hard to sleep on flights, give yourself a fighting chance and block everyone out
Sleeping Mask
 
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Great for long flights when you're sitting down so much
Compression Socks
 
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wipe EVERYTHING, i don't know about you but i don't trust how clean things are or aren't
Antibacterial Wipes
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On the Go

Important must haves for when you're walking around seeing all the sites

 
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MUST have for while you're walking around in the heat of summer
Collapsible Water Bottles
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in case you dont like green ;)
Collapsible Water Bottles
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Add this to your water on the go to stay hydrated during hot days
Liquid I.V. - Faster Hydration Than Water Alone
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In case you shop too much and need an extra bag to pack stuff on the way home
Expandable Travel Bag
 
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You should always know how to say a few things
Italian Phrase Book
 
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For your lady bits. TRUST that you will need these after walking around touring all day in 100 degree heat. You're welcome :)
Summer's Eve Sheer Floral Cleansing Cloths
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for your pit bits
Dove Go Fresh Deodorant Wipes
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and for your fellas too
Degree Men On-The-Go Deodorant Wipes
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CARRY these! Bathrooms tend to run out of tp and these will save your bum ;-)
Tissue Packets
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absolute MUST have - there are no $1 bills there are 1 and 2 euro COINS so be prepared to get large amounts of coins instead of bills!
Coin Purse
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Italy is an old country, with old buildings, small bathrooms and old toilets. Do you get where I'm going with this lol
Toilet Seat Covers
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it doesn't rain a ton in Italy in the summer but at least this umbrella won't take up a lot of space in your bag
Totes Super Mini Umbrella
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You will be forever grateful to me for telling you to buy this. It's small and folds and fits easily into your pocket. an absolute necessity in the Italian summer heat
Handheld 3 in 1 Hand Fan and Portable USB Rechargeable Pocket Fan
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This one isn't as convenient to carry in your bag as its bigger and doesn't fold BUT the mist function from the water holder is KEY
Handheld Misting Fan
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Comfy Cozy

Travel in style and comfort

 
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She's wearing heels in this photo but with elastic back waist TRUST that these are super comfy for travel and you look cute. Wearing these on my flights!
Halara High Waisted Side Pocket Wide Leg Pants
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Match with the pants to be very comfy cozy and cute!
Halara Stand Collar Half Zip Kangaroo Pocket Cotton Sweatshirt
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Most Italian cities have tons of cobblestone streets - wear COMFY shoes to walk around!
Puma Sneakers
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great for travel, comfy and you'll use again and again!
Lounge Sets from Athleta
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she looks chic AF! i would not look the same but this is going on my list anyway!
Cream Ribbed Knit Sweater Set
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i dont care that these look life fluffy pajamas - on a long overnight flight you need to be comfortable and these look soft and comfy AF. buying them now!
Chenille Sweater Pants
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the name of this brand literally is COZY - need i say more?!
Bamboo Jogger Set
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Insurance

NECESSARY!

 
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if nothing else, covid taught us the NEED for insurance for travel! do NOT bypass this!
Travel Insurance - Affordable Plans Starting
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Travel Sized

Don't waste precious suitcase space with all your big ass bottles of products and styling tools. Get some minis and toss the empties at the end of your trip!

 
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If you don't want to rely on the hotel products or have to pack your own products into smaller containers, make it easy on yourself and just buy travel sized hair care
Bumble & Bumble Hair Care
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Perfect dermatalogical brand with great results
Power Cleanse Duo 2-Piece Travel-Size Kit
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Good OTC brand that works well!
Skincare Essentials Travel Size Kit for Balanced to Dry Skin - CeraVe
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Love this company with great reliable products
Discovery Kit - INDIE LEE
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Make sure you clean your sweaty face every day when you get home from touring!
Mini Superfood Facial Wash - ELEMIS
 
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Never leave home without it especially if you have kids!
Travel First Aid Kit
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She's such a Beach

 
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Beaches in Italy are mostly pebbles/small rocks so water shoes are super necessary so you don't hurt your feet!
Water Shoes (Adult)
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and smaller size for the kiddos
Water Shoes (Kids)
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TRUST that you will need sun care if you're traveling in Italy in the summer! Beach or city it doesn't matter the sun gets strong and it will be HOT
Organic Suncare Travel Set
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Going to Italy in the summer? you NEED a hat
Shiraleah Black and Natural Armida Sun Hat
 
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obviously you need cute and stylish beach wear to fit in with the Italians while you're boating your way around the coats and this brand makes really good quality and well priced bathing suits. I have a few and LOVE them!
Cupshe Swimsuits & Fashion
 
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You're not going to want to carry your leather purse on a boat or to the beach so make sure you have a cute tote that zips shut where you can put your stuff and not mind if it gets wet or sandy
Vera Bradley Women's Straw Beach Tote
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do NOT underestimate the sun in Italy and having to SPF yourself head to toe every day! This is a great way keep those lips safe from burn while also having some beautiful color on them for photo ops!
100% Mineral SPF 30 Lipstick
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If you're a sun goddess and sometimes over do it - stick this in the fridge so it's cold and slather it on your burnt bits when you get back from a day on the beach or boat
Green Aloe Vera Gel
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