While it can’t help with delayed flights, this selection of gear can make traveling by airliner significantly more pleasant, so that you arrive fresh and ready for business or pleasure.
The Best Seat in the House
TRTL Travel PillowTaking a nap in even first-class airline seats can mean waking up to a sore neck and creaky back, making this travel pillow a must. Unlike traditional crescent-shaped travel pillows, the TRTL pillow gently yet securely supports the entire head, keeping the wearer resting upright. It can make even the dreaded middle seat more comfortable. The pillow, which wraps into place, can be used on trains and for passengers on long car trips, too.
Catch 40 Winks
Bedtime Bliss Sleep MaskThe background sounds and lights that occur during an airline trip can make sleeping a challenge, which is why experienced travelers rely on a sleep mask. Crafted from silky, ultralight materials and contoured for a snug, comfortable fit, this mask blocks all external light and comes with a set of earplugs to allow undisturbed slumber, even at 30,000 feet. It’s also an effective way to ensure a sound night’s sleep at home or in a hotel.
Easy Charging
TA-105 Universal Travel AdapterIt’s common to see travelers vying for the electrical outlets on a plane or at the terminal or hotel, making this innovative adapter a worthwhile consideration. Plugged into an airliner or household outlet, it can charge up to six devices at once via a 110V outlet, a USB-C outlet, and four USB outlets. Protected by an integral eight-amp overload protection fuse, globetrotters will appreciate the four plugs that allow its use in 200 countries and regions.
Zoom In
Smartphone Camera LensesTraveling light often means using a smartphone instead of a camera and an array of bulky lenses. To get professional-quality photos, consider a specialty lens designed to be quickly and easily mounted on a smartphone. Ranging from wide-angle and fisheye lenses to macro lenses for extreme close-ups—plus telephoto models that get all the details of distant objects—these lenses make it easy to capture stunning photos using an ordinary smartphone.
Hear Every Note
AirFly Headphone AdapterA good way to relax during a flight is to listen to music or watch a movie, but airline-supplied headphones don’t provide great sound quality. To enjoy the best audio, consider the AirFly SE, which allows the use of personal wireless earbuds or headphones via Bluetooth; the AirFly Duo connects two sets of headphones. The AirFly Pro can also be used in a vehicle to play music from an iPhone.
