My Must-Have Carry On Categories when flying internationally (or just really long flights in general).

Always, every time, no matter where.

Sweatshirts

There is nothing worse than being on a long AF flight and being freezing. Literally… nothing worse. Pack a sweatshirt in your carry-on, or wear it. But don’t you dare forget it!

Carry-On Bags

You’ll need a bag for all these must-have’s, make it stylish and useful! Tip: make sure it’s compact enough to fit under the seat in front of you, that way you won’t have to awkwardly climb all over strangers.

Comfortable Shoes

Either pack them or wear them in the airport, but don’t be that person on the plane with your chipping toes in plain sight!

Travel Pillow

Those pillows airlines give you are garbage, but you already knew that. Neck pillows are chunky and annoying to lug through the airport, but once you’re 2 hours in, you’ll thank yourself.

Travel Skin Care

Cabin air and pressure is known to dry your skin out. Even when you’re sleeping, you’ll wake up in your destination with an icky face and regret it the first few days of your trip. Plan ahead and bring your favorite skin care with you (travel sized of course).

Small Cosmetic Bag

If you follow my advice (which you should) about in-flight skincare, you’ll need a bag for those goodies!

Blanket Scarf

Right in-line with the garbage pillows, the blankets might be worse. Throw a blanket scarf on or in your bag, and thank me later.