27 *NEW* Life-Changing Amazon Travel Finds that Will Blow Your Mind!
These genius amazon travel essentials are game-changing! I found some amazing new Amazon cruise items, travel finds & accessories. From viral best-sellers to hidden gems. these Amazon finds & travel must-haves are perfect for cruises, beach vacations & more!
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ITEMS MENTIONED IN VIDEO:
Weekender carry on bag: amzn.to/4b6tHr9
Nautical stripe carry-on (5*): amzn.to/4d8Qapf
Small jewelry organizer pouch: amzn.to/3UfpryJ
Gold plated chunky hoops: amzn.to/3We8V4F
Travel toiletry bottles: amzn.to/4aOyxto
Make up bag (open flat): amzn.to/49MycpT
Toiletry & jewel organizer combo bag: amzn.to/3UsW3Gx
Hanging toiletry bag: amzn.to/3WcXXwa
Men's toiletry bag: amzn.to/3Uhm4Yb
Pill box (small) : amzn.to/3UgYSKU
Pill box set S & L: amzn.to/44cPICg
Travel pillow: amzn.to/3JAQFe8
IWalk portable chargers: amzn.to/49DHLqO
Power bank INUI: amzn.to/3WjItqx
Crochet beach tote: amzn.to/3Wl96em
Foldable backpack: amzn.to/3WeaiAl
Travel makeup mirror: amzn.to/3UfMSch
Poo-pourri (small): amzn.to/3xSONuV
Compression packing cubes: amzn.to/3xU7Qoz
Silicone bottle covers: amzn.to/3QgSEbo
Travel phone holder: amzn.to/49QPRg2
Collapsible water bottles: amzn.to/4aRfxdK
Non-surge power cube with USBc & a: amzn.to/4dffDNK
MORE CRUISE ESSENTIALS
AirTags: amzn.to/3tIOttp
Over the door organizer: amzn.to/3Dx2m1N
Magnet hooks: amzn.to/3wZgj77
Magnet clips: amzn.to/37bNh9W
Passport holder wallet: amzn.to/3f6VqNW
Towel bands: amzn.to/4aRzbGe
Towel clips: amzn.to/3b4cj9V
Cruise lanyards: amzn.to/3uNZBFb
Cruise card holder: amzn.to/3EWtRUL
Poo-Pourri: amzn.to/3vJCaM8
Travel alarm clock: amzn.to/3iYuYXN
Night light (motion sensor): amzn.to/33eMEqP
Laundry hamper: amzn.to/2YMyJtw
Water shoes: amzn.to/3G14O1g
Reef safe sunscreen: amzn.to/3rHUlRS
Travel fan: amzn.to/3uMc24t
Bonine: amzn.to/3NE87zo
Seabands: amzn.to/3LxvLvt
Waterproof waist pouch: amzn.to/3AqMSeK
Waterproof phone case: amzn.to/3iXCuT6
Carry-on bag (pale pink): amzn.to/4aoLIRz
Nautical carry on bag: amzn.to/4aEzWCU
Blue stripe beach bag: amzn.to/3xJxEU7
Luggage tag holders:
Royal Caribbean: amzn.to/3tvNzB5
Celebrity: amzn.to/3JB36Fk
Norwegian: amzn.to/3JzGiFP
Princess: amzn.to/3wvgW8t
Carnival: amzn.to/3uhaUFM
HAL: amzn.to/3tz7tLs
CRUISE OUTFITS:
Blue halter dress: amzn.to/3JgzZsb
Criss cross dress: amzn.to/3TUYyjn
Short sleeve ruffle dress: amzn.to/49C2lIl
Short beach dress: amzn.to/3xuBHUe
Halter floral dress: amzn.to/4aRH9PE
White summer dress: amzn.to/43UZmcP
Black one shoulder dress: amzn.to/4aVWBdB
Lace swimsuit cover up: amzn.to/4axKzHs
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More Items we LOVE @ Life Well Cruised Amazon Store: amzn.to/3QaoV29
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Hi! I'm Ilana! I live in Montreal, Canada with my husband Frank. We can often be found dreaming about and planning future cruises, ideally to hot and sunny destinations! I believe in having fun, being kind and that you are never too old, or too young, to live the life of your dreams!
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Just a little tip I tried on my last vacation. I had not purchased the silicone toiletries covers. I bought a package of birthday balloons and cut the ends off them, they worked just as well, are lighter (if you are concerned about weight) and work every bit as well as the silicone ones. I had nothing leak! I just bought myself one of those neck supports......AMAZING!
38 days for my first cruise ever. Icon of the Seas. Cant wait. Wife 50th birthday. So excited. Love your channel.
Happy birthday! My friends did this cruise last month (also as a first cruise) & loved it!! Enjoy 🛳️🎉
Some of my family members are going on this cruise next July! They are super excited!
You will have a great time! and become Addicted To cruising like the rest of us.😂
I'm also going on a cruise in June. We're taking my granddaughter for a graduation gift. She's very excited and so is Grandma and Papa. Thanks for the tips. ❤🎉
Wow!! How exciting!
I.M taking my granddaughter TOO on a cruise in June for a graduation gift :)
Grandson for me. Late May. Enjoy your cruise
Have a great time and congrats!
I am taking my twin granddaughter s too
I’ve had the trtl pillow for YEARS and I love it! It really helps me rest on planes and I find it comfortable and supportive. And I love that it’s easy to take off the cover and machine wash.
That’s great to hear! Lol maybe I need to get another one 😂
Hi from Australia. I used so many of your suggested items on recent cruises. My husband thought I was hilarious but really appreciated our preparedness!
Haha you can’t be too prepared, right? 🛳️😉😂
Here's one of the things I found handy. (You may have already mentioned) Blow up travel hangers (found on Amazon). Saves on space, and they are puffy, so it helps dry if you have something wet. I used it after I wrung out my swimsuits. Drys in a snap!!
I’ve never seen these - thanks for sharing 😊
That travel pillow works very well especially on long flights and even long road trips. Thanks Ilana for sharing these amazing products. I will be ordering the airplane phone holder.
So glad this was helpful and I appreciate you sharing your experience :)
I just LOVE my Trtl travel pillow! Have had it for over almost 10 years now and it's a game changer. Not bulky like traditional travel neck pillows and weighs next to nothing. Find it so much more comfortable than the big "donut" pillows.
Great to hear! I really wondered
I have that exact same collapsible water bottle. I really like it. One word of warning: it's so lightweight that if you squeeze the bottom tight, water will squirt all over your face lol! Just something to be aware of but still a great travel product.
Haha!! Thanks for the tip!
I use the large pill container to hold snacks for flights. Thanks for the tips.
Great tip! I never thought of that!! Wow 👏👏
@@LifeWellCruised I have to give the influencer Theory of Simple the credit. Check her post out
Thanks for the new updates The packing cubes are game changer They are fantastic
Consider using the larger pill box for snacks! I have the same one.
Love your show. I have many of these items. The mini pill box is fantastic, I have one for travel and one in each vehicle. Love them.
I have that neck rest, keeps your head more upright not so bent over. I have even put it in front to lean forward. it stores well and wraps on your bag well in the airport before boarding. Love it.
The travel pillow is awesome! Used it on flight to Australia and it was so comfortable.
A couple of things that I recall that we pack that perhaps I haven't seen on your videos are: socks that have side zippers where you can store money, or credit cards. Also pouches that attached to your bra straps where again you can store money or credit cards. Money belts, money or passport pouches that you wear underneath your clothing . Plus RFID wallets for women and men, especially slim wallets with RFID
I love your videos! I'm going to Alaska in a month and watching your videos have helped me prepare for our trip. I actually have those compression packing cubes and they are the best! Definitely a space saver and it's wonderful being able to keep my clothes organized!
Great to hear! Have an amazing Alaska cruise!
Going on our first cruise end of May. Your videos have been so helpful. Wish I would have known all of these on our past family roadtrips. So glad to hear of items that have been tried. Thanks
Thank you for all these recommendations!❤
VERY HELPFUL. thank you for sharing
Our next cruise is 2026 but we've been watching your videos and purchasing things to save for vacation
So glad these videos are helpful as you plan 👏
A couple months ago I purchased some packing cubes you linked to in an older video. They came in very handy for our cruise. My wife used the hanging bag for her toiletries and hung nicely on the bathroom door in our cabin. One of the smaller bags was perfect for my toiletries and fit perfectly on a shelf in bathroom. I packed all my swim stuff in one and left in it after the cruise so they don’t get lost in with my shorts and t-shirts.
I have that small jewelry pouch, and I LOVE IT! I have that open-flat toiletry bag, too!
I purchased the weekender carry on bag for my hospital stay (4days) and I loved it!!!! I will definitely be taking it along for my next travels!
I’ve had the pill box since you first told us about it. LOVE it. My husband had to have one too. Pills don’t fall out. No need to put pill container in a zip lock bag for extra spill protection anymore. Love the magnetic closure. Your ideas and suggestions are always game changers although my husband isn’t so happy about all the Amazon purchases when you come out with new ideas lol. Thank you!
Haha I’m so glad the suggestions have been helpful
Thank you so much for all the Amazon finds. Getting ready for my Europe trip. I just ordered the compression packing cubes and the silicone bottle covers.
What a fantastic cruise! I have a med cruise packing video that might be helpful:)
Thank you, Ilana! Always great finds for us. I put several in my Amazon cart.
Glad you found some good ideas! Thanks for watching 😊
I use the large pill box as a place for me to put some snacks for the plane Cut up cheese. Raw nuts, a little trail mic, gummy bears, m&ms and it holds enough and its flat! But its also sophisticated. I packed one for my mom too and she loved it!
I love this idea. It would be a lot better than multiple ziplock baggies!!
That’s genius!! I seriously love the idea & never thought of it 👏👏
Great idea
I love that brand of jewelry! Great price point and it all wears well.
And i have the Weekender bag.. love it!
Thanks for the tips❤
You are a life saver. I’ve been obsessed with your videos. Especially as a first time cruiser!
I have that neck "pillow" - best sleep I've every had on a long-haul flight!!
We used those on a long haul flight JFK to Heathrow and liked them pretty well. Hubby left his on the plane, unfortunately. Mine was a bit awkward to fit in the suitcase during the rest of my trip, though.
Wow! Great to know it’s a keeper 👏
3 of my favorite items that I have gotten from your previous videos are the hanging toiletry bag and portable fan. Not only are they essential for a cruise but I take them with me every time I travel now. My other favorite item is cruise specific and that’s the waterproof case/lanyard.. I got so many beautiful pictures while snorkeling.
So glad these suggestions were helpful! 😊
Cruising in May. Stumbled on your channel by accident. I has to get new travel things and have used a lot of your suggestions. My husband was offended by the potpourri but i reminded him about how small the cruise bathrooms are. 😂
Haha they are small & not super well ventilated 😂
My MIL is taking my daughter to Europe for a month this summer. I’m sharing this with her!
Yay!! What a fantastic cruise
Love all your tips, thanks!
I’m going in my first cruise in June 🤩 ☺️😊
Enjoy! I was hooked after my 1st cruise.
That’s awesome! What cruise are you taking?
@@LifeWellCruised Norwegian to Bermuda out of Boston ☺️
Have fun! Going on my first cruise in May
Have lots of fun, ladies 🎉🎉🎉
I really appreciate you sharing these products, Ilana. Very helpful 👌🏻
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching ☺️
As always, another great video. I will be trying out the new packing cubes as I always attempt to travel carry-on only. Thank you for all you do.
That’s a great idea
Love these videos, they are so helpful! I'm going on my 1st Cruise in July and already have an Amazon List to purchase thanks to your helpful tips
Keep the videos coming llana I enjoy your insight thanks so much
Thanks so much for watching 😊
I absolutely LOVE these essentials videos! More please! ❤
Will do!! I admit I love to make them 😂
I have the cubes...love them and the hanging bag
Great video as usual. I was looking at the packing cubes and the compression kind got my attention. I find that your videos are very relatable. I enjoy your style. 😊
That’s the nicest comment I could get! 😊
I love my Trtl! Yes, great for long haul flights--eliminates head-bobbing!
Very nice products. Thanks for sharing.
I have had a similar backpack for my last 4-5 cruises and it is awesome. Lightweight and easy to pack when not using.
I am going on my first cruise in Feb 2025. I subscribed to your channel and have been binge watching 😂😂. Thank you for all you do!!!
Hi, i have been binge watching your videos, not new to crusing but im traveling with young kids, so I appreciate the tips so i can keep us organized, so we can have fun 😊
That’s awesome! So glad to hear :)
I have the small jewelry bag-it is fabulous. I also have the compression cube-another winner. The towel bands are a life changer
Thanks for sharing & great to hear!
I have the neck prop up pillow and love it. It is very comfortable. I snore and it keeps my mouth shut as well. I would not travel without it. A must have for me.
Wow! Fabulous- so glad to hear your feedback
Thanks for another great video of cruise essentials. I have your cruise planner, it is very helpful. I use a folder with sleeves to hold all the papers and documents we need and that stays in there too. I have a couple of the pages laminated (that way I don't have to keep printing it out) and since each cruise is a little different I can use erasable markers and wipe it off then
Thanks for sharing your great organization tip for the planner - so smart! Thanks for your purchase 😊
Just fab - thank you so much 👍🇬🇧
Love the large pill box! For a 22 day cruise it was perfect. Fits all the standard pain meds plus our joint care pills (they’re huge). 😊 Now I want the small one for shorter trips, like camping. 🏕️
Hi! Just got back from my first cruise. Was on The Valient Lady Virgin. One, loved every single moment!! I have been watching you on here for a while and thank you for enhancing this trip, with all the small things I have learned!! Already booked for next year on Virgin again!!
I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed!! Any tips to share after your first cruise experience?
Yes!! I had to realize that I could not do everything that was offered. More reason to come back.
Oh, I'm a 1st time cruiser too, we are booked on the Valiant Lady in July! Can't wait!
@@LA-ol9htEnjoy!! I don't think I could have had more fun!!
So much good info, thank you, Cheers!
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Hello I am binge watching all of your videos today on this rainy gloomy Oregon day.
Awe hope it’s gotten sunnier. Either way so happy you’re here :)
We are headed to Hawaii in 2 weeks for the NCL 7 day cruise around all the islands! So excited.
Embarking our cruise in June! I just purchased the carry on bag! I love your videos. I binge watch your videos trying to prepare. Thank you for all your recommendations 👍🏼🛳️🏝️
Im curia t the carry on’s. Do you fly with them because the measurements are just above the restrictions ive read?
That is awesome! I’m so glad my videos have been helpful as you prepare for your cruise 🚢
Very good video. Very nice updates. I have to say there's a couple of items that even I am interested in purchasing. Thank you so much
Thanks for the great info. I have been eyeing those compression packing cubes and I’m going to get them before our 3 week trip later this year. I have that makeup mirror and it’s a great mirror! Hint: mine fit perfectly into one of my bigger makeup bags that I got free Clinique stuff in. So I leave it in the bubble wrap pouch that it came in and slip it into the Clinique bag so keep it safe in my suitcase.
Fantastic 👏
Your hard work is greatly appreciated! Loved seeing your little dog in the video. So cute! I like the new packing cubes!❤🎉😊
Thank you so much! Lol I love my Abby 🐕😂
Definitely strong magnet hooks. We used many of them on our last cruise.
I bought the small pill container also.. so far I think it will be perfect.. thx the info 🛳️❤
Hope you like it! It’s my favorite
I got the small and large pill cases and my husband used his label maker and labeled each compartment for me. It makes it so convenient.
What a great idea!
Very helpful TFS 😊
I have and have used the small pill organizer, based on your recommendation, and I really like it. It holds every type of medication that I like to bring along on a trip. Thanks for the recommendation. I might order the larger one and see if I can put it to use. There are a couple of other things you have in this video I might check into. Thanks so much!
I love the Turtl pillow. Very good travel pillow.
So glad to hear 😊
I love the Pavoi brand of jewelry, best jewelry on Amazon!
Agree 👏👏
Thank you for sharing your list with us. That weekender carry-on bag looks amazing and Amazon has it 20% off right now score.
Yay!! Great deal 👏👏
Hi Ilana, you are always coming up with the most cleaver items. I’ve purchased and love many of your tips. Regarding the large flip pill box, I bought on prior to our Mediterranean cruise last year. Yes it’s larger, but it holds a lot of OTC medicine you might need. I even made my own sub-dividers (out of cardstock & tape) for some additional pill types we needed to have on hand. It goes in our checked bag, so the size isn’t an issue for me. Thanks for all your great travel hacks!💕💕
Well that’s smart!! Thanks for sharing 😊
I love your Life Well Cruised pillow 😁
Awe thanks!! 😂
Hi Ilana! I love your recommendations and have had great success with a few of them - especially the I-Walk charger! I just tried the Light Up Travel Mirror and sadly am returning it! I found the LED lights WAY TOO BRIGHT! It practically blinded me LOL. Please keep sharing those Amazon finds! Thanks!!
Haha thanks for sharing both the successes & the fails 🛳️👏😂
I have some of the items you mentioned and I love them you have a few more I’m getting from Amazon. Thanks for all of these great ideas.
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching ☺️
I love 5he small clear pouch so you can put a label in for contents. If the cube isn’t mesh I’ve been taping a label on.
Ilana, I actually have an almost dupe for the 7:26 jewelry flat container. My high quality pearl jewelry strands in white pearls, and yellow south sea pearls each came in that package. I purchased them in 2005. I love them. I’ve actually removed the white and reused it for my gold set: necklace, earrings and rings. It is just so practical to pack, as you said, because it’s flat!
I was gifted one of those travel pillows and it was fantastic when I used it!
Nice!!
It dog 🐶 is adorable.
Hi Ilana! Thank you for another great video. I actually found another travel size Pooporri that can be refilled! And it’s a little bigger which is nice.
Great tip!
Thanks
Hi Llana! My husband and I just came back from our first cruise on Celebrity Edge on April 14. I watched your videos all the time before we left - still will now I'm daying dreaming out our next cruise. We had to travel countries so had to be very careful of what we brought. I only brought a hanging tolietry bag and some magnetic hooks. My only regrets are not bringing something to do laundry with (like laundry powder sheets), not bringing a washingline and not bringing more larger size magnetic hooks. The magnetic hooks are amazing.
Thanks for sharing this! It’s true that a little something for handwashing items is handy. Sounds like you had a great cruise 👏
Do they not have a clothes line you can pull out from near the shower faucet on Celebrity Edge
I have the collapsible water bottle in pink and LOVE it. I'v used it on two vacations already. It is perfect to add ice to and easy to fill up. We are going on a Rome cruise end of May and looking forward to having this with me.
Great idea!! So thankful you shared this!
I just got some compression packing cubes that I thought would work great in my studio cabin on the NCL Bliss coming up in October. With storage so minimal, I think it will help to stack them in the cubbies available. I have gotten away from toiletry bags and carry my toiletries, make up and first aid in ziplock bags that I hang from magnet clips on the bathroom and vanity walls. Love the flat makeup mirror! Mine is round and has a small magnifier that suction cups on it (old eyes can't see close up!)
Love the suction cup idea! Yes the packing cubes are great for cabin organizing
I've bought several of the items you mentioned. Great ideas! I like that crochet bag, however, I don't like that it is see-through.
Yes, that’s true. There are some that are a thicker weave but it’s more of a casual mesh look I think :)
I also use that same pill box. I need the larger size so that gets packed. I have a smaller one for my purse. I love my Turtl. I’ve used it several times. I have that travel mirror too and I found it very useful to do my hair. London flats don’t have outlets in bathrooms and sometimes don’t have a mirror to use when blow drying hair in the living room or wherever the outlet happens to be.😊
Great ideas! Thanks for sharing ☺️
I love your videos i have bought so many suggestions u had im going on first cruise end of may ❤
So exciting! Countdown on 👏👏
Love that pill organizer. Guess who just ordered one.😊
Haha!! Who 😂
I have the neck pillow and I love it for plane trips. Be careful if you are wearing a necklace though. I lost a good necklace on a flight when I hurriedly pulled the neck pillow off to disembark, and I heard something hit the floor but didn't see anything...so I assumed it was nothing. The pillow is great for long layovers at airports, also!!
Your videos are so helpful. I studied at least five of your videos and they were completely true to FormTook my first cruise and you thought I was a professional cruiser. Lol. There were no surprises. Many thanks to you again.
So glad to hear!!
I have that small foldable backpack, it is great, never go on a cruise without it. It's saved me many times, light weight, but can hold a lot of items. Took it on a European cruise and a few Caribbean cruises. ❤
Great to hear! Thanks for sharing
I have the larger size… family of 4 going on a cruise so there’s plenty for everyone! You could also use large size as a first aid kit!
Super smart!!
I have bought the travel neck support for a Sydney to LA flight! So far it seems pretty comfy
Thanks for sharing! It really is comfy (more than it looks 😂)
One thing about that travel mirror keep in mind that it has a rechargeable battery so it has to go in a carry-on and cannot be packed in your main suitcase. I saw on the description it weighs 0.7 pounds which is about 11 1/2 ounces.
Great items!
Thanks for watching 😊
I have the small pill organizer. Everyone is always so impressed when I whip it out. Lol
Haha me too / I’ve tried others & it’s the best! I seriously have given it to people as a part of a gift 😂
Bought it for my husband who has neck and back issues and he found it comfortable
Glad to hear your feedback. Thanks 😊
Thankyou for demonstrating the amazon goodies. I like the small and large pill box. The large one would be great for q -tips and cotton ball,. finger nail clippers, sewing kit and more more stuff. I have looked at these before and did not order. I will put it back on my cruise list. We have the pack pack. Use it on the 14 day cruise to the Eastern Caribbean. Just love it. Used it on port days. It will be awhile before we cruise again. Husband had foot surgery. We are looking to cruising again. Take care.
Good ideas. Thanks for sharing & I hope your hubby recovers soon
Have them they are great