Carry On Essentials for Travel
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
When you travel often, the right carry on makes everything easier. This is the cabin bag we use for trips across Europe and the United States. It fits the 55x40x20 cm overhead size on European airlines and still works as a standard carry on in the US. We pair it with compression packing cubes to keep everything organized and save space. This setup works for long weekends, quick flights and long days on trains without dealing with checked baggage.
Carry On Suitcase
CabinMax 55x40x20 cm Cabin Bag
This is the carry on that actually fits overhead on European budget airlines and still works as a standard cabin bag in the United States. The 55x40x20 cm size is ideal for flights with Ryanair, easyJet, Vueling, and Wizz Air, so you are not fighting at the gate or worried about surprise fees.
Inside, the shape is boxy and easy to pack. The interior fits more than it looks like it should, and the exterior holds up to train platforms, cobblestones, and tight overhead bins. If you want one bag you can use for city breaks, longer trips, and quick weekends, this is the one I reach for first.
Carry on Essentials
Packing Cubes
Veken 8 Set Packing Cubes
These are the packing cubes we use inside mour carry on. The set comes with multiple sizes, so we can separate tops, bottoms, underwear and extras without everything ending up in one pile. The compression zips help flatten clothes so they take up less space, which makes a big difference when you are trying to stay carry on only.
Toiletry Bag
Relavel Makeup Bag with Light Up Mirror
This is the makeup bag we bring on every trip because it actually solves the usual hotel-lighting problem. The built-in rechargeable mirror has three light settings, so you can do makeup in dim hotel rooms, early mornings, or shared bathrooms without guessing what the lighting will look like outside. The mirror has a high frame so it stays protected inside the bag and doesn’t press against your products.