Photo courtesy of The Pure Company
No. 10: The Pure Company Portable Air Purifier
This portable air purifier reduces mold spores, bacteria and other problem particles from the air to keep families healthy at home or in a hotel. It also features a built-in aromatherapy feature and whisper-quiet setting, all weighing in at less than a pound.
To buy: thepurecompany.com, $59
Photo courtesy of Little Passports
No. 9: Little Passports
The Little Passports subscription box inspires kids to see the world through topics like geography, science and global cultures. Each monthly box includes hands-on activities, souvenirs and experiments, with options for kids ages 3 to 5 or 6 to 10.
To buy: littlepassports.com, $12.95-$29.95
Photo courtesy of iStock / AleksandarNakic
No. 8: Toucca Kids Sunglasses
These sunglasses in classic styles are designed, sized and packaged with kids in mind. They come with polarized scratch-resistant lenses, UVA and UVB protection, a hypoallergenic frame and super durable spring hinges.
To buy: touccakids.com, $49
No. 7: Stasher Bags
Stasher Bags are reusable silicone storage bags that are better for you and the planet. The non-toxic bags are microwave and dishwasher safe, durable, and come in five sizes and more than 20 colors. They’re perfect for packing and organizing snacks or toys on vacation (or at home).
To buy: stasherbag.com, $7.99-$86.99
No. 6: Fly Tot
The Fly Tot makes traveling with little ones easier by giving them a safe and comfortable place to sleep on long flights (while staying buckled in). The Fly Tot turns an economy seat into a mini bed for toddlers, even if the seat in front is reclined.
To buy: fly-tot.com, $79
Use code USATODAY for 15% off
Photo courtesy of Seat Sitters
No. 5: Seat Sitters
Each Seat Sitters kit comes with a seat and tray table cover to help protect from germs, a face mask, sanitary wipes, hand sanitizer, crayons and a nut-free sticker that sticks to the tray table cover to let others know if your little one is allergic.
To buy: seatsitters.com, $24.99
Use code USAToday20 for 20% off
No. 4: Tegu Wooden Blocks
Tegu building sets are magnetic blocks made from sustainably-sourced hardwoods in different shapes and colors, perfect for play at a restaurant or on an airplane.
To buy: tegu.com, $37-$140
Use code 10BEST for 15% off sitewide
Photo courtesy of Wash. It. Later.
No. 3: Wash. It. Later. Soak & Save Bags
Wash. It. Later. Soak & Save Bags allow parents to pre-soak baby messes and diaper blowouts on the go. The bags isolate the mess and smell, prevent stains and offer leak-proof protection with a locking seal. Each single-use bag comes with an all-natural and hypoallergenic soaking pod – just add water.
To buy: washitlater.com, $14.99-$49.99
No. 2: CozyPhones Originals
These kid-approved headphones are made to be comfortable, and they come in a variety of cute styles, like a unicorn, pirate, panda bear, fox or frog. They’re designed to be tough and won’t slip off like traditional headphones.
To buy: cozyphones.com, $17.97
No. 1: SleepPhones
Traveling can be tiring, and SleepPhones help you relax and unwind at the end of a day of sightseeing. The fully padded speaker headband will play any type of music, white noise or audiobook from any device with a headphone jack. They’re lightweight, washable and hypoallergenic.
To buy: sleepphones.com, $39.95-$149.95
Use code SLEEPBETTER for 10% off from Nov. 26-Dec. 21
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Eric Grossman is a travel and food writer who has visited more than 50 countries. Always up for an adventure, Eric is constantly searching for new and inspiring experiences, with a keen interest in luxury travel and urban exploration. Memorable experiences have run the gamut from discussing the future of food with Ferran Adrià to sharing a stage with Coldplay.
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Gerrish Lopez is a food and travel writer/photographer whose adventures have taken her from tiny islands (Isle of Man, Lanai) to mega-cities like Mexico City and Hong Kong. A former vegetarian, Gerrish has grown to appreciate carnivorous fare through sampling the best meats in the world, including smoked pork jowl in Thailand and whole hog barbecue in South Carolina. Gerrish is always looking for products and services to make her travels easier and more efficient.
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Lydia, Senior Photo Editor and Readers’ Choice Production Manager for USA TODAY 10Best, has traveled to more than 40 countries in Europe, Asia and North and South America, and has lived in Albuquerque, Galveston, Austin, Thailand, Korea, China, Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, Spain and now Houston. When she’s not at her computer in a cafe, she’s out photographing the city, writing fiction or cheering on Barça.