Over the past few years, I have experimented with various bags and packing strategies. Even though I usually pack my clothes in roller bag for the overhead compartment, I believe that having a good carry-on underneath the seat in front of me is imperative to any trip.

I have found that my Longchamp bag works the best. It’s spacious and easy to carry without being incredibly bulky or heavy. I call it my “Mary Poppins’ Bag.”

Below I have listed my essentials:

• Passport/Wallet/ID (RFID Protection)
• My Google Pixel 3 for photos and music (I subscribe to Spotify. I highly recommend!)
• Headphones (I have the rose gold Beats that are both bluetooth and wired for airplane TVs)
• Chapstick
• Hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes (because germs)
• Over the Counters (Advil, Tums, any necessary medications)
• Eye Masks (for some added moisturizer after landing)
• Colgate Wisps to freshen up
• My Kindle
• Travel Pillow (tied to the outside of my bag)
• Travel blanket/pillow Snuggie set
• Pen (for any forms upon landing)
• My Coach packable backpack (for any souvenirs or exploring)
• Waterproof camera (depending on the excursions)
• My Fossil Smartwatch (usually wearing this 😉 )
• My Laptop
• Any cables for electronics in their organizer

What do you like in your carry-on?