AAA Travel Experts Reveal 2024’s Hottest Accessories

Each year, AAA’s team of seasoned pros scours AAA.com and other trusted sites to find the industry’s top travel gear. From tech gadgets that keep us connected mid-flight, to well-engineered hydration flasks for long drives, these best-selling cool travel accessories provide maximum enjoyment and minimum stress for the long haul.

PRO-LEVEL PACKING TOOLS

As every frequent traveler knows, not all packing and organization tools are created equal. Here are two ingenious gadgets that maximize space while keeping items accessible, leaving you free to enjoy a smooth, organized, and efficient journey.

• Durable compression makes unpacking and repacking woes a thing of the past with Travelon’s Pi Never Lost Set of 3 Packing Cubes. Keep all your essentials neatly separated and protected as you journey from point A to point B—and beyond.

Perfect for: Budget-conscious voyagers with multi-destination itineraries. Available for under $30 at AAA.com.

• Featuring the sturdy construction and sleek design travelers have come to expect from London Fog, the Wallington 15” UnderSeat Bag meets major airline criteria for personal items, while dual inline skate wheels maneuver through tight spots without a hitch.

Perfect for: Light packing aficionados who hate paying baggage fees. Available for under $120 at AAA.com.

SECURE CONNECTIONS

The right travel gear can help you stay securely connected in multiple ways—from charging devices on the go to safeguarding your most valued possessions. Check out two best-selling products from around the web that go the distance to take the worry out of wandering.

• Chargers, adaptors, and cables weighing you down? Lighten up with this Go Travel USB Charger. This multitasking powerhouse handles up to four devices at once, with output compatible in more than 40 countries for fast charging when you need it most.

Perfect for: Travelers who feel lost without their phone, tablet, and smart watch. (In other words, everyone.) Available for under $22 at AAA.com.

• Enjoy added peace of mind from a brand you know and trust with the Master Lock 5900D Portable Safe. Featuring durable, water-resistant design, its wraparound cable attaches securely to any fixed and doubles as a carrying handle.

Perfect for: Safety-conscious travelers staying in hotels and private accommodations that lack safes or other secure means of storing valuables. Available for under $20 at Amazon.com.

ROAD-TRIP ROYALTY

Ergonomic seat cushions, GPS devices, car organizers, and other driving accessories have the power to take your road trip from drab to fab. Hit the open road in 2024 with two favorites that go the distance to ensure a smooth, comfortable, clutter-free journey by car.

• Your search for the perfect water bottle is finally over! Meet the Thermos Icon Screw Top, a stainless-steel wonder equipped with Griptec vacuum insulation and durable True-Coat finish. Bonus: This tough beauty is dishwasher-safe!

Perfect for: Eco-conscious road warriors who crave up to 24-hour beverage temperature control. Available for under $30 at AAA.com.

• With space-saving origami-style pockets, secure elastic loops, and smart clamshell closure, the Peak Design Tech Pouch offers unrivaled organization and accessibility for chargers, styluses, SD cards and other small tech essentials.

Perfect for: Everyday drivers and long-haul road trippers who prize aesthetics and convenience. Available for under $60 at PeakDesign.com.