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Airport travel is rarely smooth sailing, especially during the holidays. Regardless, I had to brave the storm and make a cross-country trip home for Thanksgiving.
But it wasn't the possibility of long airport security lines or delayed flights that scared me; it was whether or not I could fit everything I needed into a tiny suitcase and small personal item.
Since it was only a weeklong trip, I was determined to fit all my belongings into a carry-on to avoid extra fees for a checked bag—or worse, an overweight one.
I had one problem, though: there was no space left in my compact suitcase (the zipper was about to give out), and I hadn't even packed my makeup, skincare, or jewelry—let alone all my other inflight must-haves.
While I usually carry my travel essentials in a tote of some sort, I desperately needed to find a personal item that would fit all of my remaining items and fit under the airplane seat in front of me.
Enter Terra Thread's game-changing duffel bag.
Sturdy, spacious, and stylish, this Terra Thread duffel bag spared me from paying for checked luggage and effortlessly fit all the items that my regular carry-on couldn't.
Why the Terra Thread Duffel Bag Is a Game-Changer for Airport Travel
Although it's technically a gym bag, this duffel bag is ideal for weekend getaways and, as I found out, makes the perfect personal item for a flight.
The duffel slid seamlessly beneath the airplane seat in front of me with no complaints from a flight attendant. It might take up more precious leg room, but with the amount you'll save on baggage fees, less leg room is totally worth it.
There's an easy-access front pocket perfect for your phone or wallet, along with a zippered pocket inside for smaller essentials. In the main compartment, I organize related items into one toiletry bag (which Terra Thread also makes) so I can quickly find what I need.
Plus, it's so much more spacious than my usual tote bag!
While my duffel was filled mostly with toiletries and in-flight essentials, there's room to pack things like clothes and shoes. Basically, anything that won't fit in your suitcase can be stashed in this roomy duffel bag.
The adjustable shoulder strap is an added bonus, since it makes lugging it around crowded airports much easier. Plus, it's made from durable cotton canvas and comes in a bunch of chic shades.
Whether you're a chronic over packer or just want to avoid checked bag fees, using the Terra Thread duffel bag as your personal item is key when it comes to airport travel.
Consider it your new favorite airport hack for bringing everything you need on your next trip, even if your suitcase is stuffed to the brim.
Terra Thread Aarde Eco Friendly Gym Bag
This duffel bag is the personal item you've been looking for!
It's super spacious, with plenty of room to stash everything your suitcase coudn't fit. It's made from cotton canvas.
Choose from seven colors.
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