After our flight for Christmas was canceled, TJ and I are so pumped to finally get to take a trip to Rochester to go visit his family and friends. As we’re in the midst of packing for the trip, I thought it’d be fun to share with you my 15 essential items to pack in a carry-on bag. I like to consolidate when I travel, so instead of carrying a purse and a carry-on, I combine mine together, which makes it much easier to keep up with everything. Happy Travels!

1. A travel-pack of tissues
2. My phone
3. Travel-size hand sanitizer (less than 3oz!)
4. TJ and I like to download shows on the iPad to watch mid-air, so an audio splitter and these Headphones (in gray) are a must
5. Wallet with easy access to my ID
6. Sunglasses
7. Gum (to help with popping ears, of course)
8. When I get off the plane, my face always looks a little washed out, so I lightly swipe on some of this Bare Minerals Warmth face color
9. A hair-tie
10. A small snack like this Sustaining Energy nut mix
11. Painkillers for travel-induced headaches
12. A pen
13. A notebook
14. This ultra-smooth lip balm
15. iPad and charger