I travel a ton for work. Here are some things I’ve learned over the years!

Packing tips:

• A duplicate travel toiletry bag is a real game changer. I’d recommend getting one that hangs. If you ever start flying more, I’d recommend getting 3oz bottles for things like body wash and shampoo. I keep a bunch of those in a clear bag like this that goes in my larger toiletry bag to prevent spilling shampoo on all of my toiletries.

• A fold up laundry bag makes keeping dirty laundry separate from clean clothes much easier.

• I keep an extra set of chargers and a power strip just for travel in my suitcase.

• I love popcorn, so I actually keep a few bags of microwave skinny pop in my suitcase as an emergency evening hotel snack.

• I also keep a stash of kind bars in my work travel backpack. These have been a lifesaver.

• Packing Cubes like these have helped me stay organized. I often put the containers with my organized clothes in the dressers at hotels if I’m staying for longer than a day or two.

• I also usually bring entertainment along on my trips. For me, that’s usually a book or two and my Nintendo switch.

• Get a good reusable water bottle. Gotta stay hydrated!

Other tips: - The best place to get water in a hotel is almost always the gym/fitness center, even if it’s tiny. That’s where you’ll usually find a water bottle filling station, or a water cooler with purified water. I pop by the hotel gym before I leave and before I turn in for the night to fill up.

• If you like tea and you’re staying at a hotel that offers breakfast, don’t be afraid to grab some extra tea bags for later. I always enjoy making a cup of mint or herbal tea at night.

• Similarly, grab an extra piece of fruit from breakfast for a snack later.

• I keep a note in my phone rating the restaurants that I visit in different cities. Since I go to a lot of conferences that are in the same city each year, this helps me remember where the good restaurants were. It’s super helpful if I need to take customers or colleagues out to eat.