In Flight

Tomorrow morning I head back to my hometown, San Francisco, for a much needed relax and reboot session. Even though I’ve flown back-and-forth between San Francisco and New York a bajillion times, those six hours can still feel like the longest hours of my life, so what I bring on the plane is key. Here’s a list of what I bring in my carry-on, no matter what.

clockwise from top:

1. Finn - Yes, it’s a rare occasion that I don’t travel without Finnie. But I mean come on! how could I possibly leave that adorable little face at home?!
2. Wallet - No explanation needed there.
3. Eye Mask - This is particularly crucial for those early morning and red eye flights.
4. Jeremy Scott for Longchamp Tote - This bag fits just about everything I need for my in flight entertainment.
5. Neck Pillow - As much as I love the window seat so I can rest my head on the wall, I don’t always get it. This neck pillow was possibly one of the best travel investments I’ve ever made.
6. Teddy Bear - Yup, call me five but I still travel with my bear.
7. iPad - This little piece of technology has brought a whole new meaning to long flights.
8. Magazines - Nothing like a flight to catch up on the stack of magazines that have been accumulating on my coffee table.
9. Notebooks - Some of my best ideas come from sheer boredom so I always make sure to have a pen and notebook when I’m idle for so many hours.
10. iPhone/iPod - This goes without saying.
11. A Good Book - I rarely go anywhere without a book in my handbag. I’m currently reading Just Kids by Patti Smith - definitely worth a read!

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What are your carry-on must haves when you’re traveling?