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Travel Journals & Books

Travel Journal: 6x9" with Lines and Prompts

Travel Journal: 6×9″ with Lines and Prompts

My Travels: Travel Inspired Journal with Lines and Prompts

Notes & Stuff: Stylish 6x9" Notebook with 120 Lined Pages

Notes & Stuff: Stylish 6×9″ Notebook with 120 Lined Pages

CRS? Write it Down: Stylish Travel Inspired Black Lined Notebook to Combat CRS

Need to Know: 6x9" Lined Notebook with 120 Pages

Need to Know: 6×9″ Lined Notebook with 120 Pages

Electronics

Power-Bank-Solar-Charger – 42800mAh Portable Charger,Solar Power Bank,External Battery Pack 5V3.1A Qc 3.0 Fast Charger Built-in Super Bright Flashlight (Orange)

European Travel Plug Adapter, TESSAN International Power Plug with 2 USB Ports, Type C Outlet Adaptor Charger for US to Most of Europe EU Iceland Spain Italy France Germany

bmani Wireless Earbuds Bluetooth Headphones 48hrs Play Back Sport Earphones with LED Display Over-Ear Buds with Earhooks Built-in Mic Headset for Workout Black

Perilogics Universal in Flight Airplane Phone Holder Mount. Hands Free Viewing with Multi-Directional Dual 360 Degree Rotation. Pocket Size Must Have Travel Essential Accessory for Flying

GearLight 2Pack LED Headlamp – Outdoor Camping Headlamps with Adjustable Headband – Lightweight Headlight with 7 Modes and Pivotable Head – Stocking Stuffer Gifts for Men

USB C Car Charger Adapter, Anker 52.5W Cigarette Lighter USB Charger, 323 Anker Car Charger with 30W PowerIQ 3.0 Fast Charging for iPhone 15/15 Plus/15 Pro/15 Pro Max, Galaxy S23/22, Pixel

Hiking & Survival

Don’t Die In The Woods – Freakin’ Huge Emergency Blankets [4-Pack] Extra-Large Thermal Mylar Space Blankets with Ripstop Nylon Stuff Sacks + Carabiner Zipper Pack [Army Green]

LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness, 1 Pack, Blue

World’s Toughest Ultralight Survival Tent • 2 Person Mylar Emergency Shelter Tube Tent + Paracord • Year-Round All Weather Protection for Hiking, First Aid Kits, & Outdoor Survival Gear

TrailBuddy Lightweight Trekking Poles – 2-pc Pack Adjustable Hiking or Walking Sticks – Strong Aircraft Aluminum – Quick Adjust Flip-Lock – Cork Grip, Padded Strap

Hydration Bladder, 2L Water Bladder for Hiking Backpack Leak Proof Water Reservoir Storage Bag, 2 Liter BPA-Free Water Pouch Hydration Pack Replacement for Camping Cycling Running, Military Green

Wise Owl Outfitters Camping Hammock – Camping Essentials, Portable Hammock w/Tree Straps, Single or Double Hammock for Outside, Hiking, and Travel

Venture Pal 40L Lightweight Packable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack

Rainleaf Microfiber Towel Perfect Travel & Sports &Camping Towel.Fast Drying – Super Absorbent – Ultra Compact.Suitable for Backpacking,Gym,Beach,Swimming,Yoga

Bseash 50L Hiking Backpack, Water Resistant Lightweight Outdoor Sport Daypack Travel Bag for Camping Climbing Touring (Purple – No Shoe Compartment)

Sportneer Lensatic Military Compass, Compass for Easter Gifts, Baptism Gifts for Boys, Catholic Gifts for Men, Camping Survival Compass with Carry Bag for Hiking Hunting Outdoor

Odoland Camping Cookware Stove Carabiner Canister Stand Tripod and Stainless Steel Cup, Tank Bracket, Fork Spoon Kit for Backpacking, Outdoor Camping Hiking and Picnic,Green

Potable Aqua Water Purification Tablets with PA Plus, Portable and Effective Solution for Camping, Hiking, Emergencies, Natural Disasters and International Travel, Two 50ct Bottles

Fishing

Dr.meter Fish Scale, Backlit LCD Display 110lb/50kg PS01, with Measuring Tape, Electronic Balance Digital Fishing Postal Hanging Hook Scale with 2 AAA Batteries-Fishing Gifts for Men

HOOK-EZE 2X Fishing Knot Tying Tool, Standard Size – Safety Device & Line Cutter – Multifunctional Fishing Accessories – Covers Fully Rigged Hooks – Blue

PLUSINNO Fishing Lures Baits Tackle Including Crankbaits, Spinnerbaits, Plastic Worms, Jigs, Topwater Lures Box and More Fishing Gear Lures Kit Set, 102/302Pcs

Handmade American Saltwater Fishing Cast Net, BETTER LEADER Fish Net for Bait Trap 3/4/5/6/8 FT Radius with Heavy Duty Real Zinc Sinker Weights Fishing Net for Freshwater and Saltwater

Columbia Unisex Bora Bora Booney Fishing Hat

CODEK Kids Fishing Pole Set with Full Starter Kits 2 Set Portable Telescopic Fishing Rod and Spincast Reel Cambos with a Fishing Net and 2 Buckets for Boys Girls and Youth (Blue+Orange)

TOPFORT 187/343pcs Fishing Accessories Kit, Including Jig Hooks, Bullet Bass Casting Sinker Weights, Fishing Swivels Snaps, Sinker Slides, Fishing Set with Tackle Box

ZACX Fish Lip Gripper Pliers – Upgraded Muti-Function Hook Remover and Split Ring Pliers for Fly Fishing, Ice Fishing, Fishing Gear – Gift for Men (Package B)

Trout Magnet E-Z Trout Float Fishing Bobbers, Easy Depth Adjustment, Ideal To Drift Small Lures Or Bait 4-Pack yellow

Zebco 404 Spincast Reel and Fishing Rod Combo, 5’6″ 2-Piece Durable Fiberglass Rod with EVA Handle, Quickset Anti-Reverse Reel with Built-in Bite Alert, 28-Piece Tackle Pack,Black/Red

Beoccudo Circle Hooks Rigs Saltwater Steel Leader Wire, 25pcs Heavy Duty Circle Hook with Leader Wire Bass Catfish Fishing Lure Rig

Sougayilang Fishing Rod Combos with Telescopic Fishing Pole Spinning Reels Fishing Carrier Bag for Travel Saltwater Freshwater Fishing-1.8M/5.91FT

Ghosthorn Fishing Tackle Backpack Storage Bag – Outdoor Shoulder Backpack – Fishing Gear Bag Standard Black

Night Bobby 158-R Lighted Fishing Float (Red, 1-3/4 Inch)

Piscifun Fishing Line Spooler, No Line Twist Spooling Station System for Spinning, Baitcasting and Trolling Reel

Camping

Coleman 2-Person Sundome Tent, Navy

Scotchgard Outdoor Water Shield, Water Repellent Spray for Outdoor Summer and Spring Gear and Patio Furniture, Fabric Spray for Protection Against the Rainy Spring Weather, 21 Ounces (2 Cans)

Get Out Gear Down Camping Blanket – Puffy, Packable, Lightweight and Warm | Ideal for Outdoors, Travel, Stadium, Festivals, Beach, Hammock | 650 Fill Power Water-Resistant Backpacking Quilt

Gas One GS-3400P Propane or Butane Stove Dual Fuel Stove Portable Camping Stove – Patent Pending – with Carrying Case Great for Emergency Preparedness Kit

Etekcity Lantern Camping Essentials Lights, Led Lantern for Power Outages, Tent Lights for Emergency, Hurricane, Battery Powered Flashlight, Survival Kits, Operated Lamp, 2 Pack, Black

Coleman Portable Rolling Cooler | 50 Quart Xtreme 5 Day Cooler with Wheels | Wheeled Hard Cooler Keeps Ice Up to 5 Days

Coghlan’s Cast Iron Camp Cooker

Briout Marshmallow Roasting Sticks 12 Colors Extra Long 45” Stainless Telescoping Hot Dog Smores Skewers Kids Safe Barbecue Forks for Campfire, Bonfire and Grill(12 Count)

Canoeing

Earth Pak Waterproof Dry Bag – Roll Top Waterproof Backpack Sack Keeps Gear Dry for Kayaking, Beach, Rafting, Boating, Hiking, Camping and Fishing with Waterproof Phone Case

NRS Raft/Cataraft Bowline Bag-25ft

Attwood Emergency Telescoping Paddle for Boating, Collapsible, 20-inch to 42-inch, Orange

AKASO EK7000 4K30FPS Action Camera Ultra HD Underwater Camera 170 Degree Wide Angle 98FT Waterproof Camera Blue

DriftFish Neoprene Floating Sunglass Strap | Float Large Sunglasses

AiRunTech Waterproof Pouch with Waist Strap (2 Pack) | Accessories Best Way to Keep Your Phone and Valuables Safe and Dry | Perfect for Boating Swimming Snorkeling Kayaking Beach Poo(Gray+Black)

Safety & Security ~ Top Picks

Swann DVR Home Security Camera System With 1TB HDD, 8 Channel 8 Bullet Cameras, 1080p HD Wired Surveillance, Indoor/Outdoor, CCTV, Night Vision, Heat & Motion Sensing, Alexa + Google, SWDVK-845808V

LUTEC 72W 6300LM LED Security Lights Motion Sensor Light Outdoor, 5000K Daylight, IP65 Waterproof, Dusk to Dawn, 3 Head Motion Detected Flood Light for Garage, Yard, Porch(White)

Streetwise Pain Pen 25,000,000 Stun Gun for Self Defense – Micro USB Rechargeable with Battery Charge Indicator Light – Black

Search Alert TSA Approved Travel Combination Luggage Cable Locks for Suitcase, Gym Locker,Toolbox,Backpack 1,2,4,6 &10 pk

VENTURE 4TH Travel Money Belt – Slim Passport Holder RFID Blocking Travel Pouch to Protect Cash, Credit Cards and Travel Documents

Passport Holder With Luggage Tag Travel Essentials Passport Cover Travel Wallet RFID Blocking Leather Case International Travel Must Haves Travel Accessories Women Men(115#Pink)

MTI 603.111 Safe-T-Alert Industries 35-742-WT Dual LP/CO Alarm – 12V, 35 Series Flush Mount, White, “6-3/8″ w x 2-7/8″ h x 1″ d”

3 Pack USB Rechargeable LED Road Flares Emergency Lights Roadside Warning Safety Emergency Disc Beacon Flashing Flare Kit for Car Truck Boat with Magnetic Base, Hook Carrying Bag 9 Flash Modes

First Alert REC5 Recreation Fire Extinguisher, UL Rated 5-B:C, White, 1-Pack

Travel Games

TOSY Flying Disc – 16 Million Color RGB or 36 or 360 LEDs, Extremely Bright, Smart Modes, Auto Light Up, Rechargeable, Perfect Birthday & Camping Gift for Men/Boys/Teens/Kids, 175g frisbees

Cards Against Humanity

Juegoal Outdoor Giant Yard Pong Game Set with Durable Buckets and Balls, Cup Pong Throwing Game for Beach, Camping, Lawn and Backyard

GSE Volleyball and Badminton Combo Set with Net, Portable Volleyball Net Set System for Backyard Lawn/Beach, Adjustable Height Steel Poles, PU Volleyball with Pump and Carrying Bag(Recreational Set)

Himal Collapsible Portable Corn Hole Boards With 8 Cornhole Bean Bags (3 x 2-feet)

GoSports Ladder Toss Indoor & Outdoor Game Set with 6 Soft Rubber Bolo Balls and Travel Carrying Case – Choose Pro or Classic

Driveway Games All Weather Washoos Washer Toss Game Set. 8 Pitching Rings & Toss Targets, black

Hasbro Gaming Clue Game, Mystery Board Game, 2-6 Players, 8+ Years (Amazon Exclusive)

Winning Moves Games Scrabble to Go USA, a Travel Version of The World’s Favorite Word Game, for 2 to 4 Players, Ages 8+ (1202)

Mattel Games UNO Card Game, Toy for Kids and Adults, Family Game for Camping and Travel in Storage Tin Box (Amazon Exclusive)

ApudArmis Six Player Croquet Set with Premiun Rubber Wooden Mallets 28In,Colored Ball,Wickets,Stakes – Lawn Backyard Game Set for Adults/Teenagers/Family (Large Carry Bag Including)

Hasbro Gaming Rook Card Game

Bicycle Dice Set, Six Sided Dice, D6 Dice, Playing Dice, Standard Game Dice, 10 Count, White, 16 mm

Hasbro Gaming Yahtzee

Mattel Games Phase 10 Card Game with 108 Cards, Makes a Great Toy for Kids, Family or Adult Game Night, Ages 7 Years and Older (Amazon Exclusive)

Fashion ~ Top Picks

DEARMY Athletic Hiking Socks for Women/Men Best Gifts/Cushioned Moisture Wicking Sports Socks(5Pairs)

Rosoz 2 Pack Ponytail Beanie for Women,Winter Warm Beanie Tail Soft Stretch Cable Knit Messy High Bun Hat

MoKo Scarf Mask Bandana with Ear Loops 3 Pack, Neck Gaiter Balaclava with Filter Pocket Face Mask for Outdoor for Women Men

MOSISO Sling Backpack, Multipurpose Crossbody Shoulder Bag Travel Hiking Daypack, Gray, Medium

5 Pack: Womens Workout Gym Shorts Casual Lounge Set, Ladies Active Athletic Apparel with Zipper Pockets

Colorfulkoala Women’s Buttery Soft High Waisted Yoga Pants Full-Length Leggings (XS, Black)

BALEAF Women’s Hiking Pants Quick Dry Water Resistant Lightweight Joggers Pant for All Seasons Elastic Waist Army Green Size XS

Merrell Women’s Moab 3 Hiking Shoe, Smoke, 5

Real Essentials Womens V Neck T-Shirt Ladies Yoga Top Athletic Tees Active Wear Gym Workout Zumba Exercise Running Essentials Quick Dry Fit Dri Fit Moisture Wicking Basic Clothes, Set 1, S, Pack of 5

5 Pack Men’s Active Quick Dry Crew Neck T Shirts | Athletic Running Gym Workout Short Sleeve Tee Tops Bulk (Set 8, Small)

TBMPOY Men’s Travel Hiking Pants Lightweight Athletic Pant Quick Dry Windbreaker Fishing Running Active Jogger Black S

4 Pack:Mens Long Sleeve T-Shirt Workout Clothes Quick Dry Fit Gym Tee Shirt Athletic Active Performance Casual Moisture Wicking Exercise Clothing Running Cool Sport Training Undershirt Top-Set 2,S

NORTHYARD Men’s Athletic Running Shorts Quick Dry Workout Shorts 7″/ 5″/ 9″ Lightweight Sports Gym Basketball Shorts Hiking Exercise Black XS

Merrell Men’s Moab 3 Hiking Shoe, Walnut, 7

Jessie Kidden Mens Outdoor Casual Expandable Waist Lightweight Water Resistant Quick Dry Fishing Hiking Shorts #6222-Black,29

Health & Beauty Top Picks

Conair Travel Hair Dryer with Dual Voltage, 1600W Compact Hair Dryer with Folding Handle, Travel Blow Dryer

Revlon One Step Volumizer PLUS 2.0 Hair Dryer and Hot Air Brush | Dry and Style (Black)

AOLIKOKO All in One Makeup Kit for Women Full Kit,Professional Makeup Kit, Includes 2 Color Pressed Powder,2 Color Blush,eyeliner,eyebrow pencil,Eyeshadow Stick,Mascara,lip gloss,Lipstick (Pink)

Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier – Passion Fruit – Hydration Powder Packets | Electrolyte Drink Mix | Easy Open Single-Serving Stick | Non-GMO | 16 Sticks

Neutrogena Makeup Remover Wipes Singles, Daily Facial Cleanser Towelettes, Gently Removes Oil & Makeup, Alcohol-Free Makeup Wipes, Individually Wrapped, 20 ct

Emergen-C Crystals, On-The-Go Immune Support Supplement with Vitamin C, B Vitamins, Zinc and Manganese, Orange Vitality – 56 Stick Packs

Crave Naturals Glide Thru Detangling Brush for Adults & Kids – Hair Detangler Brush for Natural, Curly, Straight, Wet or Dry Hair – Hairbrush for Men & Women, Stocking Stuffers for Kids, Turquoise

Stall Mates Wipes – Flushable Wipes | Individually Wrapped | Travel Friendly | Unscented with Vitamin-E & Aloe | (30 on-the-go singles)

Kitsch Rice Bar Shampoo and Conditioner Bar for Hair Growth | Made in US | Rice Shampoo Bar & Conditioner Bar for Strengthening Hair | Rice Water Shampoo Bar & Conditioner Soap | Paraben Free, 2pc Set

Dramamine Motion Sickness Relief Less Drowsey Formula, 8 Count

Spongeables Skinutrients Body Wash in a Sponge, acai Berry with Bonus Travel Bag, 20+ Washes, 3.5oz

GAINWELL 50-Count Compressed Facial Sponges for Daily Facial Cleansing and Exfoliating, 100％ Natural Cosmetic Spa Sponges for Makeup Remover, Reusable, Pink

Tecnu Extreme Poison Ivy and Oak Scrub, Removes Poisonous Plant Oils That Cause Rash and Itching, 4 Ounces

Toiletries & Such

Earth Breeze Laundry Detergent Sheets – Fresh Scent – No Plastic Jug (60 Loads) 30 Sheets, Liquidless Technology…

DOVE MEN + CARE Antiperspirant Deodorant Stick Clean Comfort 72-Hour Sweat & Odor Protection Antiperspirant for Men With 1/4 Moisturizing Cream 0.5 oz (Packaging May Vary)

Degree Shower Clean Dry Protection Antiperspirant Deodorant Stick, 0.5 oz, Package may vary

Gillette Venus Extra Smooth On The Go Razor For Women, Handle + 1 Blade Refill + 1 Travel Case, Great Addition To Your Travel Size Toiletries

Scrubzz Disposable Rinse Free Bathing Wipes – 25 Pack – All-in-1 Single Use Shower Wipes, Simply Dampen, Lather, and Dry Without Shampoo or Rinsing

VONOVO Portable Mini Refillable Perfume Atomizer Bottle Atomizer Travel Size Spray Bottles Accessories 5 sets of 5ml/0.2oz

Care Touch Hand Sanitizer Wipes – 110 Hand Wipes Individually Wrapped – Travel Size – Sanitizing Wet Wipes for Home, Office & Outdoor Use

Listerine Cool Mint Pocketpaks Breath Strips Kills Bad Breath Germs, 24-Strip Pack, 3 Pack

Colgate Max Fresh Wisp Disposable Mini Travel Toothbrushes, Peppermint, 24 Count (Pack of 4)

Setaria Viridis Flosser Dispenser Dental Floss Case Travel Floss Professional Toothpicks Sticks with Travel Case Superfine Floss Picks Dental Picks for Teeth Cleaning

Poo-Pourri Before-You-Go Toilet Spray, Original Citrus, Travel Size 10 mL – Lemon, Bergamot and Lemongrass, 0.34 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)

Care Touch Lens Cleaning Wipes for Eyeglasses, 210ct – Eyeglass Wipes Individually Wrapped, Eye Glass Cleaning, Lenses Wipes for Glasses/Sunglasses

Packing Aids

100% Compostable Food Storage Bags [Quart 100 Pack] Eco-Friendly Freezer Bags, Resealable Bags, Heavy-Duty, Reusable, Off-White by Earth’s Natural Alternative

Veken 8 Set Packing Cubes for Suitcases, Travel Essentials for Carry on, Luggage Organizer Bags Set for Travel Accessories in 4 Sizes (Extra Large, Large, Medium, Small), Black

100% Compostable Food Storage Bags [Gallon 50 Pack] Eco-Friendly Freezer Bags, Resealable Bags, Heavy-Duty, Reusable, Off-White by Earth’s Natural Alternative

12 Travel Compression Bags, Roll Up Travel Space Saver Bags for Luggage, Cruise Ship Essentials (5 Large Roll/5 Medium Roll/2 Small Roll)

Mrsdry Travel Bottles for Toiletries, Tsa Approved 3oz Portable Travel Bottles, BPA Free Leak Proof Squeezable Silicone Travel Size Containers, Travel Accessories with Clear Toiletry Bag (4 Pack)

FYY Travel Cable Organizer Pouch Electronic Accessories Carry Case Portable Waterproof Double Layers All-in-One Storage Bag for Cord, Charger, Phone, Earphone Black

Etekcity Luggage Scale, Travel Essentials, Digital Weight Scales for Travel Accessories, Portable Handheld Scale with Temperature Sensor, 110 Pounds, Battery Included, Silver

YAMIU Travel Shoe Bags Set of 4 Waterproof Nylon with Zipper for Men & Women, Black

Travelers Club Expandable Midtown Hardside 4-Piece Luggage Travel Set, Rose Gold

2 Pcs JHX Dirty Laundry Bag【Upgraded】 with Handles and Aluminum Carabiner, Collapsible Clothes Bag for Travel, Camp, Fitness, and Students (Black&Grey) 24″L x 21″W

Cute Pill Organizer 2 Times a Day, AMOOS PU Leather Pill Case for Women, Portable Weekly Pill Box for Purse with Storage Bag to Hold Vitamins/Medications/Fish Oils/Supplements, Pink

BAGAIL 4 Set/5 Set/6 Set Compression Packing Cubes Travel Accessories Expandable Packing Organizers

Comfort & Sensory

Perytong Sleep Headphones Wireless, Bluetooth Sports Headband Headphones with Ultra-Thin HD Stereo Speakers Perfect for Sleeping,Workout,Jogging,Yoga,Insomnia, Air Travel, Meditation, Grey

BCOZZY Neck Pillow for Travel Provides Double Support to The Head, Neck, and Chin in Any Sleeping Position on Flights, Car, and at Home, Comfortable Airplane Travel Pillow, Large, Navy

EverSnug Travel Blanket and Pillow – Premium Soft 2 in 1 Airplane Blanket with Soft Bag Pillowcase, Hand Luggage Sleeve and Backpack Clip (Light Pink)

Bedsure White Fleece Throw Blanket for Couch - Super Soft Cozy Blankets for Women, Cute Small Blanket for Girls, 50x60 Inches

Bedsure White Fleece Throw Blanket for Couch – Super Soft Cozy Blankets for Women, Cute Small Blanket for Girls, 50×60 Inches

Amy’s Top Picks ~ Final Thoughts

There’s a lot of trial and error when it comes to figuring out what products actually work. The entire process can be less than thrifty and cause you to end up in situations you’d rather forget. Like the time we purchased a “four-man raft” and ended up stranded a mile down the Current River…completely unprepared! Four-man raft??? Maybe if we were 10!!! Anyways, we didn’t have the option of online reviews back then, at least not to the extent we do today. It certainly would have made a difference.

I hope you find my top picks helpful as you continue optimizing your travels. Wishing you many blessings and as always, Safe Travels!

4 Comments

LaRena Fry says:
February 3, 2024 at 10:27 pm

So many cool a wonderful things here. LOVE IT!! I am even copying the address and putting it on my Facebook. Love the travel ideas and frugalness (if that’s a word) the best.

1. Amy Mayfield-Beyer says:
  February 5, 2024 at 3:47 pm
  
  Thank you so much LaRena! I don’t know if frugalness is a word, but it absolutely should be!
  
Fransic verso says:
February 4, 2024 at 4:18 am

These are great things to choose from and love that it has variety of categories as well. I loved your list as it got some helpful items as well.

1. Amy Mayfield-Beyer says:
  February 5, 2024 at 4:08 pm
  
  Thank you so much for the positive feedback!

Amy’s Top Picks