I took a 13-hour flight between the US and New Zealand. Here are 11 small things I did that helped make the flight so much easier.
Insider's author shares tips on how to survive long-haul flights like befriending flight attendants, drinking more water, and taking time to stretch.
I took an 18-hour Amtrak ride from Chicago to Washington DC. Here are 17 things I'm glad I packed.
As someone who's used to traveling across cities, I know bringing items like a sturdy backpack, sunscreen, a sandwich, a book, and masks is essential.
I used to be the worst packer in the world. These packing cubes have changed everything.
Away's $65 packing cubes helped our travel reporter avoid overweight baggage fees and stay organized all summer.
How a celebrity stylist would pack my bag for a 5-day trip
Insider's Maria Noyen asked Tara Swennen, a celebrity wardrobe stylist, to share packing tips for a summer getaway overseas.
I was a flight attendant for 2 years. Here are 5 things I always pack in my carry-on and 4 I never do.
After working in the airline industry and packing a carry-on bag several times a week, I know what's essential and what to leave at home.
I visited Alaska in the winter. Here are 5 things I'm glad I packed and 2 I regretted leaving behind.
I visited the state during its coldest season. I'm glad I had nonperishable food and traction cleats but there are things I wish I'd brought with me.
I packed for a 7-day cruise with just a carry-on suitcase and backpack. See everything on my packing list and how I organized my items.
The cruise packing list included three bathing suits, two pairs of shoes, and a sun hat, among other items for week in the Caribbean with four stops.
I was a flight attendant for 2 years. Here are 11 of my best tips for packing a carry-on.
I was constantly living out of suitcases when I worked for the airline industry, and I learned how and what to bring in the bags you take on a flight.
I packed for a weeklong cruise with just a carry-on and a backpack. Here are 10 items I'm glad I brought and 7 things I wish I had with me.
Insider's reporter wanted to pack light and was glad she had a door magnet, digital watch, and the right shoes, but wished she'd brought earplugs.
We went to Coachella for the first time. Here are 7 items we're glad we brought and 5 things we regret not packing.
Coachella 2022 will soon return for its second weekend. Insider's music team rounded up everything you should bring to the festival.
I packed for my first solo cruise with a carry-on suitcase and a backpack. Here are 4 things I wish I'd packed, and 3 I'm glad I brought.
Insider's Mikhaila Friel embarked on her first western Europe cruise in October. She had several packing regrets.
I've been on 8 cruises. Here are 8 things I always make sure to pack.
After cruising many times in 10 years, I've nailed packing light. From a USB charging strip to several swimsuits, here are items I always bring.
I packed for a 10-day ski trip with one suitcase and a personal item. Here are 8 things I regret not packing, and 7 I'm glad I brought.
Insider's Maria Noyen went skiing for the first time in two years. She shared her biggest packing regrets, from portable chargers to warmer ski socks.
I've been on 8 cruises. Here are 3 things I never bother packing.
I've traveled on multiple cruise ships and used to be an overpacker. From heated hairstyling tools to formal wear, here's what I don't bring anymore.
I fly several times a year and insist on packing an old pair of earphones in my carry-on. Here's why you should, too.
Traditional wired headphones should be on your flight packing essentials list, even if you don't think you'll need them.
I'm a travel planner who's been to Disney World over 40 times. Here are 8 things I always pack and 3 I never bring.
Rain gear, comfortable shoes, and a portable phone charger are essential for a trip to the theme parks, but extra snacks are a waste of luggage space.
My family of 5 traveled around Europe for 30 days with 1 backpack each. Here are my 11 best packing tips.
After spending a whole month of backpacking with my husband and three kids, I've gotten packing down to a science. Here are my favorite tricks.
A couple who traveled to 48 states in an RV share 17 things they would never go on a trip without
When you're packing for an RV trip, remember to bring a water pressure regulator, a patio mat, and leveling blocks for camping.
After spending 96 hours on the longest train ride in North America, there are 5 things I wish I had brought with me and 3 that I couldn't have lived without
The dry air on the train caused a lot of issues our reporter wasn't prepared to solve. Two of those were perpetual thirst and dry eyes.
I never pay for checked bags because this backpack-duffel hybrid can hold nearly 2 weeks' worth of clothes
I've been using the Cotopaxi Allpa 35 as my travel carry-on for two years — it's comfortable, durable, and nearly bottomless.