We enjoy watching a little go a long way, and it’s always refreshing to find a spare $10 around the end of the month. That’s why its created the 10 things to do with series, to find the best ways to stretch that Hamilton.
That said, we don’t like throwing away money on random tchotchkes, so we’re not fans of buying things just because they’re cheap. (Usually that means they’re, you know, cheap.)
This month, in honor of it’s-so-hot-out-let’s-get-out-of-town season, we’ve curated a list of items to make your summer travel as cool as possible.
From a carry-on-sized flat iron to an adapter that works in more countries than we can name, you’ll be surprised how far $10 can really go.
Tags With Attitude
Channel your inner diva with fun, neon luggage tags. Printed with warnings like "Careful: my shoes are inside" or "I'm pretty sure this isn't your bag," these tags will make sure that you (and your luggage) stand out from the pack.
Eye Mask With Ear Plugs
Hit the ground running by getting a good night's (or day's) sleep on your flight. Block out light and the crying baby two rows ahead of you with this two-in-one eye mask with ear plugs.
Filtered Water On-The-Go
Have filtered water wherever you go with a bobble. The bobble's cap filters tap water for up to 300 uses, so you can fill it up anywhere there's a tap—including airport water fountains or hotel sinks—and get clean, filtered water instantly.
Mini Sewing And First Aid Kits
Take a page from your Girl Scout days and always be prepared. Keep a mini sewing or first aid kit in your purse. From tweezers, cotton swabs and bandages to needles, five colors of threads and buttons, you'll be ready to handle any mini-emergency that stands in the way of your vacation.
Snack Time
Keep healthy snacks close at hand to maintain your energy while traveling. Berries and other soft fruits like peaches bruise easily in Ziploc bags; pack them instead in these hard plastic containers, which will protect your snacks from damage.
Keep A Journal
Make sure your memories stay fresh in your mind by keeping a travel journal. We like this brightly-colored print journal by celebrity designer Jonathan Adler; the elastic band closure keeps the journal shut tight, so you can slip in tickets, photos or postcards for a scrapbook later on.
Perfect Nails
Regular manicures chip easily, especially when you're schlepping luggage. Don't ruin your nails on day one; instead of your normal manicure, try these Sally Hansen polish strips, available in bright colors and funky designs. Users rave about how long they last (up to ten days). Plus, there's no drying time, so you can do your nails while you do your last-minute packing.
Mini Hair Tools
Giving up on checking bags doesn't have to mean giving up on style. Make sure your hair looks as good as always with a mini ceramic hair iron that won't weigh down your carry-on bag.
Universal Adapter
Going off-the-grid can be fun, but only when it's intentional. Make sure your camera and phone stay charged no matter where your travels take you with a universal adapter that works in 150 countries.
Stay Smooth
You can't take normal razors in your carry-on bag, but you can take disposable razors. Most disposable razors barely get the job done, so we hunted around for the best, most highly acclaimed variety. It's also well-priced: You can get these razors and a tube of carry-on-sized shave cream for under $10.
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