10 In-Flight Gadgets I NEVER Travel Without (Airplane Essentials You’ll LOVE!)

Theory of Simple (Adventure Favors The Prepared!) June 25, 2025
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With over 40 years of professional & personal travel & natural disaster evacuations to share, I use my experience to help travelers prepare for anything with expert gear reviews, packing hacks and smart travel tips! Join me for: - Step-by-step packing tutorials - Essential travel & prep gear reviews - Tips for packing light & avoiding overpacking - Creative packing hacks & space-saving techniques - Destination-specific packing advice - Best multi-functional & versatile travel gear You can find my fav gear here: https://linktr.ee/TheoryofSimple My channel may contain affiliate links, which may earn me commissions at no additional cost to you. This channel is intended for entertainment purposes.

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Want to fly smarter, not harder? These are my absolute favorite in-flight gadgets, the tried and true travel tools I bring on every flight. From comfort hacks to tech upgrades I’m walking through 10 airplane essentials that actually make flying easier or smoother and I say enjoyable. Weather, you’re prepping for a long-haul flight or just want to upgrade your travel set up. These products will change the way you fly!  Special Thank you to Mazda for sponsoring this video! For more info on the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid click here: https://bit.ly/4neFUkl PRODUCT LINKS! MY AMAZON STOREFRONT! https://bit.ly/4eoJ8xK Orange Convertible Jacket: https://amzn.to/3T6CcLZ Scarf: Ann Taylor Klipsta Eyeglass Holder: https://amzn.to/4nBWqLJ Blue Nomad Lane Bento Bag: https://nomad-lane.myshopify.com/discount/EUNICE10?rfsn=7587339.1ae494 USE CODE: EUNICE10 for 10% off! Hero Clip: TAGGED IN VIDEO or Buy Here https://amzn.to/4ehvAnC IF YOU GET NOTHING ELSE - GET THIS ITEM!!! Insulated Thermos: TAGGED IN VIDEO or Buy Here https://amzn.to/44wg2cm Slim Water bottles: TAGGED IN VIDOE or buy Here 6 oz: https://amzn.to/44n3Eu1 12 oz: https://amzn.to/4lomxU7 Slim Electronics Organizer: https://amzn.to/4426A0j Nomad Lane Small Crossbody/ waist pack: https://nomad-lane.myshopify.com/discount/EUNICE10?rfsn=7587339.1ae494 USE CODE: EUNICE10 for 10% off! My FAVORITE Sanitizing Wipes: Regular size - https://amzn.to/4kji7gI. individual packs - https://amzn.to/3Gfv1hx 99.9% water wipes: https://amzn.to/40iDo2z Refillable Silicone Wipes Pouch: https://amzn.to/4eldfWH Individual Face Wipes https://amzn.to/45Z5nbB AirFly BT Adapter: https://amzn.to/44kbqVF Magnetic Silicone earphone holders: https://amzn.to/44i8Ijn 3-1 Fan, Light & Battery https://amzn.to/3ZQSI6t Slim USBC 5000mA Battery w/ built-in cord https://amzn.to/44n4BCB Small Waterproof Vitamin / Pill carrier https://amzn.to/40o3Wzs What I am Wearing: yellow top https://amzn.to/4nljJJl *************************************************** Video Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:28 What to Wear on the Plane 04:55 Personal Item Bag - The Most IMPORTANT BAG YOU BRING! 06:31 Hero Clip for the WIN 08:00 Stay Hydrated 10:22 Must Have Electronics Organizer 11:08 Keep it all ORGANIZED and ON YOU! 11:41 KEEP it CLEAN! 14:49 Stay Entertained! 16:55 Stay Cool! 18:06 Stay Powered UP! 19:13 Keep SOME Medications on YOU! 19:50 What are your in-flight must haves? 10:06 Funny clip from a recent flight...I heard a gentleman ask if I needed help with my bag and I asked him to please video tape me putting my bag in the overhead bin...turns out he was the captain of the plane!!! Don’t forget to subscribe for more smart, travel, tips, and gear guides! My Instagram has more videos and product links to help you be prepared for ANYTHING on your travel adventures! https://www.instagram.com/theory_of_simple/ OTHER VIDEOS YOU MIGHT LIKE! What to Wear For Emergency Evacuation in Flight! https://youtu.be/QliychwuUOk?si=8wF6OFjWpizldgPV Summer Travel Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Trip! https://youtu.be/EVW1NpCCPbk?si=DVxUA6NzBlBu8gfO Long Haul Flight Gadgets You Will Thank Me For! https://youtu.be/t2Y_eqH5ufA?si=18kk7QFkxprEP769 Thank you for watching & visiting my channel! I appreciate your time & any feedback so please comment! I try EVERY product and I only recommend what I actually use and LOVE! The product links I provide, may earn me affiliate commissions at NO additional cost to you and help support my channel. PATREON CHANNEL & MEMBERSHIPS! I have also started a Patreon channel where I will be putting up additional content that can not be found on my basic YouTube channel. This content is more about my personal life. You can find my Patreon Channel here: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheoryofSimple?fan_landing=true and for those of you that do not want to join Patreon, I have the same videos available via membership to my channel.

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