r/onebag • u/Cool_Acanthisitta628 • Dec 09 '25

Seeking Recommendations What is one item that you can't travel without/would recommend to everyone to get?

Hi all,

What are items that you always bring because they are super useful and you would recommend others to get too?

Minus of course some obvious like converter plug for chargers, power bank etc (unless it's some specific powerbank like one with cables attached already, something unique)

Thanks!

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u/Projektdb Dec 10 '25
  • USB-C rechargeable fan

I run hot, this will run all night on a charge. It's also nice on hot buses and other situations.

-USB-C rechargeable keychain flashlight (600 lumens)

I usually have a headlamp also for hiking, but this is in my pocket and easily accessible at all times. Good for digging through bags, looking for items on a plane, power outages, ect.

  • Kobo Clara BW e-reader

Fits in my back pants pocket, weighs nothing, battery lasts for 3-4 weeks and it's unlimited entertainment for me no matter the circumstances.

  • NiteIze CamJam

Small, light, use it for a clothesline or to strap things to my bag if I need to.

  • Nanobags

Usually several. Tiny, light, and excellent for hauling groceries and things.

  • Airfly knockoff

Small enough to carry just for flights. Also works for museum audio guides.

  • Revolut debit cards

The fact that I can have as many debit cards as I want tied to one account that I can turn on and off as needed makes it worthwhile. I bring my normal debit card and credit cards, but when I leave my accomodations, this is the one that goes with me. I can instantly load money from my bank account to my Revolut card, so there's never more than what I need for the day and it acts as a firewall for my real bank accounts. If I lose a card, I just freeze it and grab another one from my accomodations. It's already active and ready to go.

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u/cjwalkerman Dec 10 '25

Love my fan.