8 Essential Items to Help Make Your Holiday Travels a Breeze

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Between navigating long TSA lines and trying to get some shut-eye in a tiny airplane seat, holiday travels can be exhausting and anxiety-inducing. Having the right apparel and accessories can make the travel process a bit easier, however. Here, shop our picks, like a pair of cozy Ugg slippers or wool Allbirds runners, to help make your travels a little less stressful.

Ugg Ansley Slippers

If you’re traveling somewhere cold, consider slipping into these Ugg slippers. They’ll keep your feet toasty and cozy throughout the travel day — and they’re easy to slip on and off while heading through security.

Ugg Ansley
Ugg Ansley
CREDIT: Zappos

Patagonia Fleece Pullover

Airports often get chilly, so wearing a sweater can be a smart move. Depending on the weather, this Patagonia fleece can even work in place of a jacket.

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Patagonia fleece pullover.
CREDIT: Nordstrom

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Under Armour Squad Woven Sweats

Keep your outfit casual and comfortable with these loose-fitting Under Armour sweats. They feature zip-up pockets where you can stash your credit card or keys for easy access.

Under Armour Squad Woven Sweats
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Tumi Shoe Bags

Worried about your shoes getting scuffed during the travel process? Invest in these shoe bags , which are extra-durable and feature drawstring closures.

Tumi shoe bags
Tumi Shoe Bags
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Allbirds Wool Runners

Allbirds’ wool runners are the perfect shoes for staying comfy at the airport. The sustainable kicks are also well-priced at $95 a pair.

Allbirds Wool Runner
Allbirds Wool Runner
CREDIT: Courtesy of Allbirds

Unimi Sleep Mask

This Unimi sleep mask features a contoured shape at the eyes to prevent pressure on your face and eyeballs.

Unimi Sleep Mask
Unimi sleep mask.
CREDIT: Amazon

Vera Bradley Lighten Up 3-1-1 Cosmetic

This Vera Bradley case includes small containers that meet the TSA’s stipulations. If you’re traveling with just a carry-on, this cosmetics case is a useful item to have.

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Vera Bradley cosmetics case.
CREDIT: Zappos

Carex Travel Pillow

It can be difficult to get sleep on a flight, but this memory foam Carex neck pillow makes the process easier.

Carex travel pillow.
Carex travel pillow.
CREDIT: QVC

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