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The Best Luggage Accessories For Solo Travelers

Just because you’re vacationing alone doesn’t mean you can’t be organized.

Flying solo or traveling with the whole family, there’s no reason you should have disorganized luggage. | Shutterstock

By Islands Staff March 30, 2021

Wherever we go, we bring our luggage with us. And keeping our stuff in order can be a tough job on the road. Fortunately, the right luggage accessories can make a real difference. Here are five to consider.

Gonex Compression Packing Cubes — A place for everything and everything in its place. This is the best way to make that happen. | Gonex

Compression bags, also called luggage cubes or compression organizers, are great for saving space. Look for ones that pack inside themselves when you're not using them, and are made of tough, waterproof material like ripstop nylon.

pack all Water Resistant Shoe Bags — If your kicks turn heads for all the wrong reasons, then they're going to make your clothes stink, too. | pack all

A shoe bag serves two purposes. First, it keeps your nice shoes away from grime and crud. And second, it keeps your dirty sneakers away from your clothes, so you can take to the trail without worrying how to clean your shoes later.

BAGSMART Travel Toiletry Organizer Dopp Kit — If you're not using one of these already, then you need to correct that immediately. | BAGSMART

A simple toiletry bag can be incredibly handy. Even if you don't have a lot to organize, they come with waterproof pockets and other features that keep your grooming supplies clean, orderly, and out of the rest of your bag.

Fosmon TSA Approved Luggage Locks — If your stuff ever leaves your hands, you'll want to be sure no one else's hands get into it. | Fosmon

Luggage locks keep your stuff safe, of course, but they need to be the right ones. Look for TSA compliant locks made out of specific alloys, and that are designed to be opened and closed without needing to give out the combination by airport security employees.

Sof Sole Sneaker Balls — This is one item you might even be able to use every day. | Sof Sole

Smells are going to happen, whether they're in your shoes, on your clothes, or in your luggage. Deodorizing balls can be handy on the go, as you can just throw them in and let them do the work as you keep rolling.