Sleep Better While Traveling: Learn How to Pack a Sleep Travel Kit

Travel and sleep. Too often, if you are traveling, you may not always sleep well. Whether it’s due to time zone changes, a different bed and pillow or a stressful travel day, living a life of adventure can wreak havoc on even a veteran traveler’s attempts to catch restful winks. Learn how you can pack your own sleep travel kit to ensure blissful sleep, no matter the time or place.

Sleep Travel Kit Essentials

Eye Shades – In a plane, light from an airplane galley or a nearby passenger’s reading lamp, can disturb as can, in a hotel, outside light leaking in around the curtains. Comfortable eye shade that block out light are essential.

Ear Plugs — Regular noise-reducing ear plugs will help to soften the hum of an airplane air conditioner or a chatty neighbor.

Travel Pillow — On the airplane or train, a lightweight pillow can make or break your travel. We prefer inflatable ones with a soft cover. They collapse to nothing, can be adjusted for firmness, and help hold the head in a comfortable position when sleeping.

Sleep Socks – Nothing is worse than cold feet when sleeping. Pack a pair of sleep socks in your travel bag to keep your feet warm during a long drive or flight. You can always wear the pair the next day or for a run or workout later, helping you save on necessary suitcase space. An added benefit is that by keeping feet comfy, the body surprisingly does not overheat, letting you sleep better.

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