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Get in-depth reviews of the travel gear our editor’s won’t leave home without.

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The Best Travel Gear AFAR Editors Bought (and Loved) in 2023
December 28, 2023 06:57 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
The Away Bigger Carry-On is one of AFAR's favorite carry-on suitcases.
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Is the Away Bigger Carry-On Worth the Hype?
December 22, 2023 10:55 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Three Rimowa Original Collection suitcases in black, titanium, and silver colors on a white background with AFAR Approved logo in pink
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Is Rimowa’s Aluminum Luggage Actually Worth the Price?
December 08, 2023 02:08 PM
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Paul Rubio
This Is the Best Tripod for Travelers
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This Is the Best Tripod for Travelers—and It’s 30 Percent off This Black Friday
November 24, 2023 09:12 AM
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Rachel McCord
This Rumpl Travel Blanket Comes With Me on Every Long-Haul Flight
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This Rumpl Travel Blanket Comes With Me on Every Long-Haul Flight—and It’s Currently 25 Percent Off
November 16, 2023 11:06 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Bombas Are (Really) the Best Compression Socks for Travel
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Bombas Are (Really) the Best Compression Socks for Travel—and They’re 25 Percent off Right Now
November 10, 2023 01:03 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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Tumi’s 19 Degree Expandable 4-Wheeled Suitcases Are My Go-To Luggage—Here’s Why
October 18, 2023 08:49 AM
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Paul Rubio
a man and women walk into a cabin wearing Cotopaxi Allpa 35 liter backpacks
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The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Is My Go-To Travel Bag
October 06, 2023 04:48 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Apple Air Tag Review: Why You Need this Travel Accessory if You Check Bags
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Apple AirTag Review: Why You Need This Travel Accessory if You Check Bags
September 25, 2023 05:20 PM
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Bailey Berg
Never (Ever!) Charge Your Phone at the Airport Without This $7 Travel Gadget
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Never (Ever!) Charge Your Phone at the Airport Without This $6 Travel Gadget
April 13, 2023 08:08 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
The Foldable Kayak That You Really Can Take Anywhere
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The Foldable Kayak That You Really Can Take Anywhere Is Now on Sale
March 23, 2023 03:08 AM
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Tim Chester
Stio Colter Boot
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It’s a Rain Boot. It’s a Snow Boot—and I Pack It All Winter Long
February 18, 2023 01:19 PM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Pereson squizing liquid out of bottle
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I’m Obsessed With These Reusable Travel Bottles—and They’re 30 Percent off This Thanksgiving
November 14, 2022 10:08 AM
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Maggie Fuller
This AFAR Approved Travel Pillow Is Marked Down to $20
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Why the Trtl Travel Pillow Is the Best Travel Neck Pillow
June 16, 2022 07:59 AM
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Rosalie Tinelli
My New Favorite Travel Pants Are Made From Plants
Style + Design
My New Favorite Travel Pants Are Made From Plants
April 06, 2022 12:23 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
This Greek Beauty Brand Transports Me to the Islands
Health + Wellness
This Greek Beauty Brand Transports Me to the Islands
March 18, 2022 03:00 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Our Favorite Waterproof, Windproof Jacket Is on Sale Right Now
Packing Tips + Gear
Our Favorite Waterproof, Windproof Jacket Is on Sale Right Now
March 01, 2022 12:32 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
The Best Travel Boots Now Come in . . . Vegan?
Packing Tips + Gear
The Best Travel Boots Now Come in . . . Vegan?
January 21, 2022 06:22 PM
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Billie Cohen
Why the Insta360 GO 2 Is the Best Action Camera for Spur-of-the-Moment Travel Videos
Packing Tips + Gear
Why the Insta360 GO 2 Is the Best Action Camera for Spur-of-the-Moment Travel Videos
December 15, 2021 02:24 PM
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Chris Schalkx
Apple’s AirPods Pro Are a Game Changer for Travelers, and You Can Get Them for Over 30 Percent off Now
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Apple’s AirPods Pro Are a Game Changer for Travelers, and You Can Get Them for Over 30 Percent off Now
November 23, 2021 04:50 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Why Japanese Brand Snow Peak Is Our Go-To for Camp Kitchen Gear
Packing Tips + Gear
Why Japanese Brand Snow Peak Is Our Go-To for Camp Kitchen Gear
August 23, 2021 08:23 AM
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Jessie Beck
This Travel Car Seat Is Completely Worth the Splurge
Family Travel
This Travel Car Seat Is Completely Worth the Splurge
July 21, 2021 12:53 PM
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Michelle Baran
One of Our Favorite Travel Gear Companies Is Now Stocking Our Pantries
Outdoor Adventure
One of Our Favorite Travel Gear Companies Is Now Stocking Our Pantries
February 05, 2021 12:14 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
These Bluffworks Pants Are Made for Travel—and Now Is Your Last Chance to Buy Them
Style + Design
These Bluffworks Pants Are Made for Travel—and Now Is Your Last Chance to Buy Them
January 29, 2021 05:06 PM
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Jessie Beck
These Are My Ride-or-Die Travel Bags
Packing Tips + Gear
These Are My Ride-or-Die Travel Bags
December 09, 2020 05:38 PM
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Laura Dannen Redman
This Water-Repellent Hoodie, Developed in Japan, Is Coveted by My Entire Family
Packing Tips + Gear
This Water-Repellent Hoodie, Developed in Japan, Is Coveted by My Entire Family
October 29, 2020 12:23 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
The Fanny Pack I’m Not Embarrassed to Wear in Public
Packing Tips + Gear
The Fanny Pack I’m Not Embarrassed to Wear in Public
August 28, 2020 03:37 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
This Boat Rental Company Is the Perfect Way to Step Up Your Staycation
Water Sports
This Boat Rental Company Is the Perfect Way to Step Up Your Staycation
August 19, 2020 02:30 PM
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Rosalie Tinelli
Everyone in Paris Is Wearing These Sustainable Sneakers, and They’re on Super Sale Now
Packing Tips + Gear
Everyone in Paris Is Wearing These Sustainable Sneakers
August 06, 2020 01:22 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
This Everlane Carry-All Bag Is Seriously Discounted Right Now
Packing Tips + Gear
This Everlane Carry-All Bag Is Seriously Discounted Right Now
July 22, 2020 12:44 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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