8 Best Personal Comfort Items When Traveling on Long Flights

As someone who had flown on a number of red eyes not to mention very long train and bus rides, here are a few items I’ve found that can help make for a more comfortable and relaxing trip.

Traveling with the right essentials can truly enhance the journey. In addition to the usual necessities, having a neck pillow to support my head and neck, a soft blanket to keep warm, and an eye mask to block out light has made a significant difference in my overall comfort. But now, there’s a few more items that I’ve recently discovered that has become a must-have for me.

Travel Socks

A pair of Copper Fit fast-drying travel socks can keep my feet comfortable and refreshed even when spending the day trekking through transportation hubs only to spend what feels like an inordinate amount of time sitting in a confined space.

The moisture-wicking fabric prevents my feet from sweating while the arch support keeps my feet from hurting when I find myself standing in one too many lines. Also after a day of travel, these socks can be hand washed in the hotel sink and then ready the next morning for another day of travel.

Sound Isolation Earphones

Once I’ve gotten myself situated albeit in a plane, train or bus, I try to carve out a space where I can find a bit of silence around me. I find that foam ear plugs don’t work and noise canceling headphones can be a bit bulky for me to carry.

After some trial and error, I stumbled upon Sound Isolation Earphones. The sound isolation tips block out the noise while the earphones provide high sound quality for watching movies or listening to music. Afterward, I can pack these earphones in a compact carrying case that enables me to pull them out as needed without having them get all tangled up with my other travel gear.

LED Book Light

For those times when the cabin lights are dimmed and I can’t sleep, I found I can continue reading with the Energizer LED Book Light. The flexible gooseneck allows me to adjust the light so it hits my page without disturbing those around me while the strong clip secures the light to anything ranging from a slim tablet to a thicker seat back tray.

One AAA battery will keep this light powered on for 24 hours, so I can read until I chose to doze off.

Inflatable Neck Pillow

When I am able to drift off to sleep, this inflatable neck pillow conforms to my neck and provides enough support for my chin so I can drift off without waking up with neck pain.

It is made from 100% Pure Memory Foam Travel Pillow.

This pillow inflates with a one breath, so I can easily store this item and then bring it out when needed. Thanks to the removable washable fleece cover, I can easily clean this pillow en route.

Fleece Eye Shades

Also, fleece eye shades block out any bright lights enabling me to sleep when I need a rest even during a long daytime flight. The Manta Sleep Mask is a 100% light blocking eye mask. It’s perfect for travel for trains, planes and the hotel room.

Sleep Mask with Cooling Gel

Taking it one step further, the TheraICE Sleep Mask is a versatile travel essential. It features a cooling gel, adjustable strap, and fully blocks out light for a restful in-flight sleep.

Its soft, comfortable material is gentle on the skin. Plus, you can use it hot or cold upon arrival at your destination by freezing the pack or microwaving it for about 10 seconds, making it perfect for post-travel relaxation.

Hydramist Toner Spray

Finally, when I awake, I find that spraying on Dermatologica’s Antioxidant Hydramist on my face will perk me up so my face no longer feels tight and dehydrated. This product comes in a 1 ounce size so it packs in my purse while passing TSA screening guidelines.

Scarf or Shawl

Planes always have the most reliable air conditioning, which can be a bit too chilly for me, especially when I’m trying to sleep. Knowing this, I never board a flight without my trusty scarf, shawl or Pashmina which not only adds a touch of style but also doubles up as an extra cozy blanket when the cabin gets chilly.

My personal favorite is the BRUCERIVER Wool Blended Long Knit Shawl. It’s cozy, soft and comfortable! With this handy accessory, I can rest assured that I’ll be prepared for any temperature fluctuations during my travels.

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