All of us want to make sure that our travel experience is as smooth as possible. After all, the entire purpose that you are traveling is to enjoy some much needed “me time”. Well, that might not always be the case, but there is no harm in pretending now, is it?

But, when you throw in restricted leg space, chatty co-passengers, uncomfortable seating arrangements, and several hours that lie ahead that suck your soul one hour at a time, things may not go as planned.

It’s important to take matters into your own hands it comes to ensuring a hassle-free and safe travel experience. Read on as we list our top tips using which you can travel as comfortably as possible.

Invest in a neck pillow

If you were to do extensive internet research on ways to make your travel comfortable, more often than not, you will find neck pillows sitting right at the top of the list.

Neck pillows are portable items that can help provide support and comfort to your neck, shoulders, and head. If you plan on catching a quick nap, or even a long one, buying a neck pillow will most certainly be a good decision whenever you’re traveling.

There are different kinds of neck pillows available in the market as well, so you can select a design that you feel would be more suited to your needs and preferences. Nevertheless, whatever you choose, you don’t have to worry about being physically or mentally exhausted from sleeping in an uncomfortable position for hours at a stretch.

Getting a soft sleeping mask

If you’re traveling the economy flight, you have to adhere to the rules of the flights. This means that you cannot get the lights to switch off at your beck and call. In such situations, it would be better for you to carry your own sleeping mask to help you sleep in your personal zone of Zen.

Before you board any flight, make sure that the sleeping mask that you are carrying is made up of soft material that doesn’t feel scratchy against your eyes. Also, the elastic of the sleeping mask shouldn’t be too tight to put a lot of pressure on your head. But, at the same time, it shouldn’t be too loose that the entire purpose of covering your eyes gets defeated. Hence, before you buy a sleeping mask, always physically try it to make sure it’s an appropriate fit.

A collapsible water bottle

You might already be aware of the intense thirst that you sometimes feel while being aboard a bus or flight. While the latter does make arrangements to help quench your thirst, those tiny plastic cups may not always be suitable to give you relief.

In addition to this, traveling for longer distances can leave your skin feeling dehydrated which is why you need to always make a point to consume an adequate amount of water. This is the main reason why we would suggest you carry your own personal water bottle whenever you are traveling.

We have also mentioned that you carry a collapsible water bottle as this version gives you the facility to put it away when you arrive at your destination. Fill the water bottle from your home to be safe as well.

A portable battery charger

Nearly all important information, including contact numbers, is entered in our cell phones. Now, imagine a scenario where your phone suddenly dies due to a lack of battery charge. Since we are so dependent on our cell phones, at that very moment, things can come to a temporary standstill.

To avoid such a scary situation, we would recommend you to carry a portable battery charger whenever you are traveling. While cars had the option of directly connecting your mobile phones to the car battery, in case of other modes of transportation, it’s better to have a portable battery charger.

Select a portable battery charger that gives you the facility to charge multiple electronic devices at once. You don’t have to worry about excessive weight since the latest models are travel-friendly with a compact design and lightweight.

Face care essentials

If your traveling involves spending several hours on the road or in the air, why not utilize it to give your skin some pampering?

Beauty companies have come up with this amazing invention known as sheet masks that can be directly applied to your face and removed without creating any extra mess. These masks contain different formulas that can help to brighten and rejuvenate your skin making your skin glow despite the hours that you spend traveling.

In case you’re traveling in a car, you can indulge in some TLC when it’s your friend or family member’s turn behind the wheels. Not only will this help you relax, but it will also leave your skin looking and feeling amazing!

Books, Magazines, and Snacks

In the extremely rare cases that you do not want to be on your phone, it’s important to have a plan B entertainment option as well. In your flight, the movie selection on offer may not be what you want to watch whereas, in your car, you may lose cell reception.

In order to be prepared for such situations, always make a point to carry your favorite books, magazines, and comics. These options do not involve any further complications due to which you can easily lie back and lose yourself in the fictional world.

Talking about snacks, having a sufficient selection of your favorite biscuits, chocolates, candy, and cookies are always going to be a wise decision. This tip becomes even more important in case you are traveling with toddlers or teenagers. Make sure that you have the perfect combination of sweet as well as savory treats before you step out of your home.

If you want, you can also carry a few of your favorite beverages as well, but remember, most flights have a no liquid policy so you need to avoid it in those situations.