Travel Accessories You Likely Don’t Have but Should Pack

Clip a MeCam Classic mini video camera to a shirt pocket or wear it on a necklace for true hands-free travel footage. At just two inches, the MeCam sits discreetly on a lanyard while capturing high-definition video in both bright and low-light conditions. Users can record up to 80 minutes of continuous video and quickly transfer files via USB to Windows and Mac computers. Priced between $150 and $200, MeCam models attach easily to clothing, bags, or straps and also offer still-photo capability from practically any vantage point.

HoMedics offers a compact personal humidifier designed for travelers who want comfort on the road. The HoMedics Personal Ultrasonic Humidifier operates from either a wall outlet or a computer USB port and provides up to four hours of quiet misting. Its near-silent operation eases congestion and helps maintain comfortable humidity while on planes, in hotel rooms, or during long drives.

For safe drinking water on hikes or international trips, consider the Grayl water-purifying bottle. Fill the bottle from a lake, river, tap, or sink, press the internal filter assembly into the cup, and in about 15 seconds the water is filtered and ready to drink. Grayl bottles are lightweight, durable, and designed specifically for travel and outdoor use, typically retailing for around $60.

Transport wine bottles securely with Vinni Bags, an inflatable protective solution that prevents breakage during transit. Each Vinni Bag expands into a rigid, air-cushioned shell that surrounds a bottle to protect it from impact and jostling in luggage. The enclosed design is ideal for carrying wine through airport baggage systems or when packing bottles in checked bags.