American Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel days of the year and these compact travel items help to reduce some of the stress that comes with travel and still leave plenty of room in your suitcase to bring souvenirs home.
If you're going away for an extended period of time, items like irons and scales are luxuries from home are nice to have, but not at a full scale. Thankfully there are smaller travel-sized versions of these devices that will keep your clothes pressed and remind you to keep trim, especially when there's so much good food around during the holiday season.
Another excellent item to have on hand is a small set of adhesive pockets, which lets you create a pocket to put inside boots, bags or any other inconspicuous location to prevent your valuables from being stolen.
43 Compact Travel Items
From Portable Sleeping Bag Homes to Carry-Around Phone Chargers:
Laura McQuarrie — Nov 26, 2013 — Special
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Sound-Enhancing Tablet Speakers
This iPad Speaker is Both Portable and Loud
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Carry-Around Phone Chargers
The Portable Backup Battery is Small Enough to Pack in Your Pocket
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Compartmentalized Containers
Black + Blum's Bento Box Container Fits Food Essentials
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Portable Cup Casings
Geode by Industrial Drinkware Instantly Makes Your Beverage Travel-Friendly
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Hybrid Smartphone Accessories
This Smartphone Accessory Works as a Stylus and Stand
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Portable Foldable Instruments
Play Music Anywhere You Go with the Roll-Up Electronic Keyboard
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Deceptive Luxe Carryalls
The 'Gold Brick Weekender' Carries Your Goods with Elegance
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Convenient Cyclist Carryalls
Po Campo's Weekend Duffle Bag is Spacious and Light-Weight
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Humorous Crisis Makeup Bags
Carry Essential Cosmetics in this Hilarious Emergency Mascara Pouch
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Portable iPad Docking Mixers
The 'Mackie' iPad Controlled Mixer Lets You Mix on the Go
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Hidden Underwear Safes
The Brief Safe is a Place Where Your Money is Safer Than Ever
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Solar-Powered Gadget Chargers
The Solio 'Bolt' Uses Solar Power to Charge Your Devices
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Sleek Aluminum Suitcases
The Zero Halliburton Geo Aluminum Luggage Lets You Travel in Style
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Shockproof Gadget Accessories
This Protective iPad Case is Shockproof and Durable
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Wireless Wall-Mounted Speakers
The JBL 'SoundFly' Speakers Bring the Bass Directly From Your Wall
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Adorable Aquatic Cable Wrappers
The Goldie CableKeep Stands the iPhone Up While it Charges
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Temporary Add-On Pockets
The Pocksie Adhesive Pocket Gives You a Little Extra Storage On the Go
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Sophisticated Travel Shot Glasses
These Shot Glasses Let You Drink Stylishly Wherever You Are
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Sleek Time Zone Watches
Nixon's Travel Watch is Perfect for Seeing the World
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Travel Friendly Garments
The Burton Sleeper Hoodie Has its Own Pillow and Toothbrush Built-In
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Puzzle Piece Adapter Plugs
This Travel Adapter From Flight 001 is Compatible in 150 Countries
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Travel-Friendly Yoga Gloves
Yoga Paws Conveniently Replace the Clunky Mats for You On the Go
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Durable Dual Gadget Chargers
The PowerPak Xtreme Can Charge Up to Two Devices Six Times Over
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Cord-Free Portable Speakers
The CERA Wireless Portable Speaker Lets You Bring Music Everywhere
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Safety-Conscious Backpacks
This Reflective Bag is the Perfect Nighttime Backpack for Adventurers
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Mess-Free Magnetic USBs
This Magnetic USB Cable Stays Tangle-Free at All Times
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Travel-Friendly Audio Systems
Edifier M3-Plus Speaker Takes Flight With Two Balls and a Rod
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Collapsible Shot Glasses
The 'Salut! Travel Cup' Lets You Have a Quick Shot Wherever You Are
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Portable Wand-Like Scanners
The Portable Document and Photo Scanner Just Requires a Swipe
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Security-Provoking Totes
Trevor Jackson's Safe Travel Bag Begs to be Searched by Officials
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Travel-Friendly Belts
This Travel Belt by Barret Alley Will Keep Valuables Fashionably Safe
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Crushable Trash Cans
The Oscar Crunch Will Add Fun to Your Cleaning Routine
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Car Seat Stroller Converters
The Brica Roll'n Go Makes Car Seat Airplane Travel Much Easier
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Beat-Blasting Luggage Designs
SuitSuit Boombox Takes on a Tune-Blaring Look for Travelers
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Portable Soccer Nets
GOLME’s Portable Soccer Nets Makes Any Place a Field
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Portable Space-Saving Scales
Thinkgeek's Portable Scale is Compact and Ideal for Travel
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Sleek Transportable Wine Carriers
The Swirl Wine Carrier Lets You and Your Wine Travel in Style
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Sun-Fueled Chargers
These Solar-Powered Phone Chargers Stick to Any Window
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Party-Ready Suitcases
The Football by Urban Mercenaries Make Things Out of Control
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Laptop-Inspired Mirrors
The MacBook Air Compact Mirror is a Tech-Infused Way to Look at Yourself
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Plush Blimp-Inspired Speakers
The Music Balloon Speaker is an Adorable Way to Listen to Tunes
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Portable Comfort Gaugers
The Vermont Comfortmeter Lets You Work or Play Contentedly
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Folding Travel Guitars
Fender's Folding Acoustic Guitar Fits in an Airliner Storage Compartment
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Cartoon Kitty Carry-Ons
The Trunki Hello Kitty Ride-On Is the Cats Meow for Kids
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Waterproof Match Containers
The Waterproof Match Safe Allows for Increased Safety
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Perfectly Portable Irons
This Travel Steam Iron Keeps You Wrinkle-Free While Away from Home
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Guarding Luggage Nets
This Anti-Theft Bag Protector Will Keep Your Belongings Safe at the Airport
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High-Capacity Laptop Bags
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Portable Mini Washing Machines
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Vacuum Compression Travel Packs
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One-Touch Access Backpacks
Watson The Pack 3.0 Streamlines Access When Commuting or Traveling
Multi-Passthrough Travel Adapters
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Compactly Cubical Camping Shelters
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Eight-in-One Travel Packs
The Hypath Transformer Adventure Backpack Transitions With Ease
10-in-One Tracker-Friendly Multitools
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Posture-Aligned Travel Pillows
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Expandable Travel Backpack Accessories
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Slender Off-Grid Barbecues
The Weber Traveler Portable Gas Grill Has Ample Cooking Space
Chic Adventure-Ready Backpacks
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Versatile Travel Duffle Bags
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Compact Travel Tote Bags
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Off-Grid Traveler Packing Cubes
The Matador Gear Cube Set is Durable and Organized
Luggage-Inspired Backpack Designs
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Compact Portable Power Stations
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Multifunctional Compact Chargers
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5-in-1 Car Utility Kits
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Portable Safety Devices
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Outdoor Dining Kits
Savour Helps Campers and Hikers Dehydrate Their Home-Cooked Meals
Space-Saving Smartphone Charger Hubs
The Journey NOVA Charging Station is Qi2-Certified
Relaxed Tactical Travel Bags
The Filson Tin Cloth Medium Duffle Comes in Four Color Options
Travel-Ready Backpacks
Jansport is Debuting its First Travel Pack the 'Venture Pack System'
Stylishly Functional Weekender Bags
The Samsonite Better Than Basics Weekender is Practical
Tactical Weatherproof Carry-On Cases
The Ridge Carry-On is Sophisticated Yet Durable
Utilitarian Emergency Kits
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Multifunctional Traveler Speakers
The Harman Kardon 'Traveler' Speaker Has an Elegant Form
Suitcase-Style Portable Grills
The NOMAD Portable Charcoal Grill & Smoker is Made of Cast Aluminum
Lighter-Holding Phone Cases
A Celeb Duo Inspired BIC EZ Reach Lighters' Hold the Phone Case
Travel-Friendly Luggage
BÉIS Recently Introduced the Commuter Collection
Connected Luggage Tags
The Knog Scout Travel is Compatible with Apple Find My
Hybrid Design Luggage Pieces
The FŪL Escape Collection Pathfinder Works as a Duffle and a Suitcase
Vehicle-Ready First Aid Kits
REDI The Roadie First Aid Kit Has 113 Items
Meditative Trash Campaigns
Hefty's Trash Time Out Provides Support During the Holiday Season
Origami-Inspired Adventure Packs
The Huckberry x Peak Design X-Pac Collection Has Six Pieces
Fashion-Branded Coffee Carriers
The Barbour Tartan Reusable Travel Mugs Come in Two Options
Travel-Friendly Toiletry Packaging
The 'Carry On' Bottle by Yeo Seo Koo Has a Two-Part Design
Tech Accessory Luggage Lines
The CASETiFY Travel Range Features Luggage and More
Compact Portable Dish Racks
This Progressive Dish Rack Springs Up and Collapses Down
Pocket-Packed Antitheft Travel Bags
The Korin HubPack 33 Offers Ample Storage Throughout
Portable Compact Kettles
The Foldable Kettle is Compact Enough to Fit in Luggages
Rewarding Travelwear Collections
Fruit of the Loom and Southwest Airlines Made Travel Uniforms
Airline-Approved Power Banks
The INIU PowerNova Charges Up to Three Devices at Once
Posh Pooch Travel Trunks
Archi’s Travel Trunk Packs Essentials and Offers a Place to Rest
Festive Convertible Sweaters
The Zip-Off Holiday Sweater Celebrates Hot Pockets Going Sleeveless
Ultra-Compact Backpack Designs
The Nanobag Daypack Collapses to Fit in a Pocket
Thoughtful Avid Traveler Luggage
The WANDRD TRANSIT Travel Line Includes Four Bags
Travel-Ready Powered Espresso Makers
The Outin Nano Heats Water to Pull the Perfect Espresso Shot
Pop-Up Closet Suitcases
The MoMA Solgaard Carry-On Closet Suitcase 4.0 is Collapsible
Pocket-Sized Folding Tables
The SerotoninOutdoors Mini Folding Table Weighs in at 137-Grams
Modular Minimalist Travel Bags
The FIREFLYX Travel Bag is Designed for Frequent Fliers
Hybrid Travel Bags
The Taskin SWIFT Doubles as Full-Size Luggage or a Compact Carryon
Triple-Style Travel Bags
The Tefors Ultimatum Bag Works in Three Orientations
Foldable Portable Washing Machines
PQP Design Unveils a Convenient Traveling Washing Machine
Modular Mobile Professional Pouches
The Orbitkey 2-in-1 Tech Pouch Organizes All Device Essentials
Minimal Portable Writing Devices
The Traveler by Freewrite is a Writing-Focused Laptop
Discomfort-Addressing Travel-Friendly Products
Travel-eeze Addresses Constipation During Travel
Compact Chair-Accommodating Sling Bags
The Helinox Sling Bag is a Practical and Compact
Durable Minimalist Travel Bags
The Bellroy Venture Duffel 55L Offers Three Carrying Modes
Powered Assistive Smart Suitcases
The Mishatu Voyager Smart Suitcase Has the Auto-Follow Mode
Packable Lightweight Travel Bags
The Matador ReFraction Packable Travel Bags Come in Three Styles
Puffer Jacket-Replicating Keychains
The North Face Presents Mini Nuptse Jackets for Sets of Keys
Portable Efficient Power Banks
ROMOSS' Quick Charge Pro Device is Great for Traveling
Featherlight Adventure Shelters
The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Splash Bivy Has a Minimalist Form
A-Frame Commuter Backpacks
Able Carry Daily Plus Backpack Has 21-Liters of Storage Space
Modular Three-in-One Duffle Bags
The 'SwitchUP' Convertible Duffle Bag Has a Magnetic Design
Effective Food Vacuum Sealers
The FoodSaver VS1210 Space Saving Vacuum Sealer Launched
Elevated Jewelry Travel Bags
Bunney X PORTER Unveil Elevated Jewelry Bags for Traveling in Style
Vacation-Inspired Clothing Lines
Saint Holiday Emphasizes Sustainability & Ethical Manufacturing
Playful Limited-Edition Travel Accessories
Cartolina and Neely & Chloe Launch an Ethereal Line
Minimalist Active Lifestyle Luggage
These Graphene-X Luggage Styles are Optimized for Travel
Featherlight Camping Tables
The TravelBird 'Flexifold' Aluminum Camping Table Weighs 550-Grams
Microcation Planning Services
Going Places Travel Helps Plan the Perfect Short Vacation
Efficient Compact Measuring Scales
American Weigh Scales Partners with Mr. Checkout
Luggage-Honoring Fashion Collections
The Louis Vuitton 'Flight Mode' Collection is Travel-Ready
Prepackaged Survivalist Kits
The Uncharted Supply Basecamp 30L YETI Survival System is Handy
Compact Campsite Cooking Irons
The Uno Casa Double Pie Iron Works Well for Solo Meals
Pocket-Sized Travel Kits
The Matador Blackout Sleep Mask + Earplugs is a Traveler's Best Friend
Celebrity-Approved Luggage Lines
The Samsonite x Sarah Jessica Parker Collab is Chic & Practical
Outdoor Adventurer Product Lineups
NESTOUT Debuts Two Ultra-Practical Products for the Outdoors
Compact Toiletry Kits
STATE's Bensen Toiletry Kits Comes in Many Different Colorways
Supplemental Travel Pack Bags
The Tropicfeel Waterproof Daypack Has a 12-Liter Capacity
Exceptionally Durable Suitcases
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Peaceful Holiday Ads
IKEA's Take A Holiday From The Holidays Reminds People to Find Calm
Travel-Friendly Sheet Sets
ettitude Boast the Sateen Travel Sheet, Ideal for Frequent Travelers
Portable Electric Pots
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Packable Camp Pillows
The Luno Packable Camp Pillow is Comfortable and Lightweight
Adorable Character Merchandise Offers
The Line Friends Store Launched Black Friday Deals
Practical On-the-Go Storage Solutions
Lion Latch is a Practical Solution While Traveling
Home Theater-Packed Suitcases
LG's StanbyME Go is a Portable Compact Home Theater
Convenience-Focused Lunch Boxes
The W&P BYO Lunch Bundle is a Convenient and Stylish Solution
Chic Convertible Bag Designs
The Flai Switch-A 7 Days Work Bag & 48-Hour Travel Pack is Convenient
Luxury Expandable Hard Shell Suitcases
Quince Launches Expandable Shell Suitcases in Three Sizes
Parkside Luggage Pop-Ups
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Ultra-Modern Multifunctional Luggages
The Luggical is a Solution which Streamlines Travel
Celebrity-Coveted Travel Bags
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Space-Saving Technology Chargers
The Nomad 65W Slim Power Adapter Charges Two Devices at Once
Travel Beauty Kits
ESW Beauty Launches Two Travel-Friendly Kits for the Holidays
Next-Gen Softside Luggage
The Away Softside Line is Lightweight, High-Strength and Durable
Makeup-Hiding Accessories
Elf's Cosmetic Security Line Offers a Safe Hiding Space For Your Makeup
Sleepaway Camp Kits
Welly's Happy Campers Kit Helps Parents and Kids Prepare for Sleepaway Camp
Efficient Travel Planners
Travel Stash Enables Users to Plan Trips in Under a Minute
Detailed Travel-Planning Apps
80days.me Will Design a European Adventure in Minutes
Travel-Friendly Garment Care Products
Lenor Crease Releaser Now Comes in a New Size for Travelers
Emergency Road Trip Kits
Welch's Fruitside Assistance Makes Holiday Travels More Enjoyable
Portable Pet Shelter Backpacks
The Travel Habitat Carrier is Designed with Multiple Functions
Frozen Dinner Holiday Calendars
Stouffer's Comfort Calendar is Full of Convenient Family Meals
Portable Toothbrush sanitizers
Biu Biu Designs the Clea Toothbrush Sanitizer for Traveling
All-Black Travel Accessories
Goldwin Unveils a New Travel Equipment Line for Outdoor Exploration
Travel-Ready Slow Cookers
The Crockpot 7-Quart Cook & Carry Slow Cooker Seals for Easy Portability
Elevated Holiday Intimates Promotions
Knix Launches Extended Black Friday Sale with 60% Savings
Compact Universal Travel-Ready Adaptors
Epicka Design Creates the TA-205 Universal Adaptor
Electric Travel Kitchens
Rivian's New Electric Kitchen Can Be Folded for Convenience
Luggage Compression Bags
The Wandr W36 is a Compact Bag that Optimizes Travel Space
Travel Prep Packing Apps
Pack, Repeat Simplifies the Packing Process For Last-Minute Trips
Convertible Camera Carrying Solutions
WANDRD Launches a New Photography Travel Bag Line
Holiday Power Station Campaigns
BLUETTI Highlights the Versatility of Its Portable Power Stations
Tracker-Concealing Shoe Accessories
The Speck TAGIMALS Shoe Carriers Fit the Apple AirTag
Briefcase-Compact Office Set-Ups
Worky Designs the Compact and Portable Home Office
Spacious Modular Multifunctional Bags
Harpz Designs the Dynamic Modular SwitchUP Bag
All-in-One Travel Planners
Traveleva Keeps All Bookings and Itineraries in One Place
Wedding Day Emergency Kits
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Intimate Care Travel Kits
Summer's Eve Created a Compact Intimate Care Set
Suitcase-Style Power Stations
The Enginuity Portable Power Station is App-Connected
Home Organization Tracking
WhereThings Helps You Organize and Locate Your Belongings Effortlessly
Eco-Friendly Travel Cosmetics
The KinKind Travel Sets Bring Natural Cosmetics on the Road
Family Travel Documentation Tools
Duckwyn's Travel Journal Offers Digital Scrapbooking
Organizational Convertible Baby Bags
MOOV Offers Convertible Bags to Fit Your Lifestyle
Connective Economic Travel
Swapper Helps Business Travelers Use Hotel Budgets to Stay with Friends
Trucker Gear Collections
The American Association of Owner Operators Debuts a New Line
Streamlined Packing Companions
PackBuddy Enhances the Travel Process by Making Packing Easier
Organized Travel Planning
Tripplanss Organize Your Trip Details All in One Place