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30+ products recommended by JourneyWoman readers

Curated by JourneyWoman staff

Our Things She Loves issues have been so well-read that we wanted to share some of the most popular items in time for this year’s Amazon Prime Day. Amazon Prime Day is a great time to save money on the things you need for travel. Prime members can find huge savings on products throughout the site, with discounts of up to 65%!  While we always encourage recycling items, some things need to be purchased new, particularly electronics, gear and personal hygiene items. Why not use recommendations from women in the JourneyWoman community? Click here to find all the Amazon Prime Day specials, and read on for a round-up of our favourite products. 

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30+ Amazon Prime Day Deals on solo travel gear

Travel Gear

1. I used the ​Cabeau memory foam neck pillow​ in my travels across Europe. It’s soft, comfortable, and has a high wall on the collar that holds your head in a neutral position. I love that it folds into a very small bag that I can clip to my backpack.” Pair it with the ​Cabeau eye mask​ for even more sound sleep on the plane. — Carolyn R.

2. The ​S’well drink bottle​ keeps water cool for over 36 hours. It’s good if you’re travelling in hot weather right now. Plus, it comes in so many fun colours! — Esther F.

3. The ​Smartwool socks​ with full cushion have been keeping my feet happy while I travel around Scotland and Ireland. The extra padding is much more comfortable. — Carolyn R.

4. When backpacking for 3 months last year in Europe, I wore ​Teva sandals every day. Not only were they super comfortable, but I could wear them into the water – super helpful when on the pebbly beaches! — Kim H

5. For the occasional need to sit down, I tried out ​this portable stool​ for the first time. It’s 3 lbs to carry and worked well when I got tired touring the Palace of the Doges [in Venice] and needed to sit, though I’m not sure I’d want to carry it around the whole time.” — Diana E.

6. Donna recommends the ​Warners Women’s Blissful Benefits bra​ for travel. It’s a great bang for your buck and is also made for comfort and durability. The bra has a back clasp and adjustable straps, making it easy to get on and off and adjust to your liking. Sizes range from XS-XXXL.

7. I’ve recently started using ​this travel tripod​ for solo photos. It works perfectly and is collapsable so it packs light. It also extends to about five feet tall to get the perfect shot. — Carolyn R.

8. When I’m visiting the jungle in Honduras, I don’t leave home without my ​Cascade Mountain Tech Trekking Poles. They are collapsible for travelling, sturdy and lightweight. When walking in the wild, every bit of comfort counts – these poles help to reduce the impact on knees and back and improve balance on muddy, slippery pathways. — Deborah S

9. I got these ​VIVIVIA shoes for my last trip which was 9 days in Morocco followed by 9 days in Barcelona, and there was A LOT of walking involved. I had a pair of classic slip-on Vans for casual/daytime, and these ankle boots for more dressy or evening outings and they were perfect. Non-slip good grip for uneven pavement, breathable and waterproof, and easy to clean. I got them one size up, the fit is just right. — Nat H.

10. Long underwear ​made from Merino wool​ kept me warm during my expedition to see the Northern Lights in Norway. They are so lightweight but very effective. — Carolyn R.

Luggage + Bags

11. “I travel about 25% of each year, for years. I have tried every kind of luggage. In my opinion, you cannot beat the incredibly easy rolling wheels of ​Travel Pro luggage. I prefer hard side. Seriously, these things roll like a dream, even on heavy carpeting. I have three sizes! — Jeanne F.

12. “For my trip to Malta, I got a new ​Nordace Siena backpack. You can see the USB for your phone on the outside. The battery pack connects to the cord inside. It is water-repellent, lightweight, and has four compartments with various pockets plus a secret pocket. Comes in a variety of colours but I prefer turquoise.” — Joy F.

13. If you’re looking for French elegance and savoir-faire, ​DELSEY​​ may be for you. In 1970, DELSEY was the first to provide tough luggage with a hard shell offering better protection for travellers’ belongings. In 1972, they added wheels to their hardshell suitcases. ​Shop their collection here​.

14. “I love my ​Samsonite spinners​. They are relatively light and hard-shelled. The disadvantage is no outer pockets, but this is outweighed, in my opinion, by the fact that I have never had anything break, including decorative plates and my storyteller doll.” — Margaret B.

15. As for purses and crossbody bags, Donna suggests Travelon. “​Travelon bags​ have cut-resistant straps and ways to lock the zippers to keep your belongings safe from prying fingers.” Shop the full ​Travelon anti-theft collection here.

16. ​This backpack from Gregory​ is incredibly comfortable and has so much room. It’s designed specifically for women’s bodies and features smart pockets to make smaller gadgets easily accessible on the go. — Carolyn R.

17. “I love packing cubes. Especially love the ​eBags version. Made for easy emptying of my bag at the airport when my airline ticket/print out was inadvertently left at the bottom of my bag. The airport check-in person was amazed at how fast I got my ticket out of my carry-on and immediately became a packing cube convert!” — Jennifer L.

Electronics

18. I always bring an Airplane Bluetooth adapter so I can use my own Bluetooth headphones while watching or listening to entertainment on the plane. ​This one from AirFly​ is extremely highly rated. — Esther F.

19. Kathy B recommends ​Anker’s portable chargers. They are great for keeping your electronics charged during long travel days or day trips. Look for something with at least 20,000mAh for faster charging and more power.

I also love the ​Anker charging hub​ so you can charge multiple items in one outlet. — Carolyn R.

20. These ​Sony over-ear Bluetooth headphones​ are fantastic. Not only are they super sleek, but they offer amazing sound quality and are very noise cancelling, perfect for watching movies or listening to music on the plane. — Stephanie C.

21. Keep your electronics and wires neat and organized with this ​BAGSMART travel electronic organizer. It has separate pouches for smaller gadgets and elastic straps to keep all your wires tidy and tangle-free. It comes in cute colours too! — Carolyn R.

22. Shawna R recommends this travel white noise machine. If you are a light sleeper, a white noise machine can help you sleep more soundly by blocking out external noise. Perfect for hotels in lively areas!

23. If you travel with a laptop, keep it protected on the go with a sleek Landici laptop sleeve. ​This model is slimmer and takes up less room in your carry-on bag while offering full protection from bumps and spills. — Carolyn R.

24. Find and track your belongings with Bluetooth-enabled ​​Apple AirTag, ​​Tile​​ or Samsung ​​Tracker, which acts as a digital leash for your personal belongings. Make sure to set them up in advance and name them! If someone places an unwanted device in your belongings your phone should alert you that an unknown device is moving with you.” — Paige H.

25. ​Apple iPads​​ are on sale this week, offering a sustainable and lightweight alternative to bringing books.​ ​Amazon Kindles​​ are also on sale and you can get unlimited access to over 2 million titles, thousands of audiobooks, and more on​ ​Kindle Unlimited.​​

26. A ​headlamp​ is my #1 essential item on all trips. You just never know when the power might be out, or you need to keep your hands free. — Carolyn R.

Wellness

27. I’ve been using the ​Oura Smart Ring​ lately to track my steps while I travel. It integrates with Apple Health so I can have an accurate overview of my activity level. It also shows you how much REM sleep you’re getting and tracks your body temperature. — Carolyn R.

Shawna R also recommends the Oura Ring and says: The ​Oura Ring​​ shows you how much REM sleep you’re getting and tracks your body temperature. It syncs with your phone, and downloads everything about your heart rate, your breathing, your oxygen saturation.”

28. I’ve been using this ​Laneige Water Bank travel set​ during my recent travels and my skin loves it! The products focus on hydration and moisture, which is severely impacted on long plane rides. —Stephanie C

29. Shawna R suggests packing ​these LMNT Zero Sugar Electrolytes​ on your next trip. Electrolytes help keep you hydrated more than water alone can and can help you fight jet lag too.

30. Are you prone to motion or sea sickness? Kathy B suggests ​these motion sickness relief wristbands​ that help to combat seasickness and sickness from a car or bus.

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