The ultimate carry-on and 8 must-have travel accessories

Noise cancelling headphones are essential to even attempt a snooze on a plane (and drown out noisy neighbours) — I have a sleepy-time playlist that basically loops Air's Moon Safari. - Vanessa Taylor, style director

Taylor oil slick headphones, $260, Frends.

Refillable waterbottle

A refillable water bottle, specifically my bkr bottle. The silicon sleeve keeps the condensation to a minimum! - Nicola Hamilton, deputy art director

Gigi, $35, mybkr.

Comfy socks

I always bring a pair of warm, comfy socks, because airplanes can get extremely chilly. - Stefanie Mastrodicasa, style intern  

Basically basic teal, $14, Stance.

Blanket scarf

An oversized scarf is multi-functional: on the plane I use it as a blanket or a pillow and once I've landed it doubles as a chic cover-up. - Erinn Stewart, assistant style editor

Wilfred diamond mosaic blanket, $50, Aritzia.

Sanitizing wipes

I may sound like a germaphobe, but I use antibacterial wipes to clean the tray table and arm rest whenever I fly. - Amanda Barnier, assistant food editor

WetOnes antibacterial travel 15pk, $2, Walmart.

Travel pillow

I’ve found there is absolutely no comfortable way for me to sleep on a plane, bus, car or train without one of these to prop up my neck. I used to lose them all the time, but now that I have one with a button, I snap it onto my backpack everywhere I go. - Diana Duong, assistant editor

HEYS FVT Togni Canada two in one travel pillow, $25, The Bay.

Important personal belongings

I always pack the annoying-to-replace items (like my bras, swimsuits and skincare) in my carry-on in case my luggage is delayed. - Vanessa Taylor, style director

Scalloped v-neck one-piece swimsuit in Italian matte, $155, J.Crew.

Hand sanitizer

Not only does this sanitizer get rid of germs, it's a "stress reliever" with a calming eucalyptus and spearmint scent. Because, let's face it, travelling can be stressful. - Stefanie Mastrodicasa, style intern

PocketBac sanitizing hand gel in eucalyptus spearmint, $2, Bath & Body Works.

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