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Whether on a bumpy train, turbulent plane, or just in your bustling office, why risk knocking over your piping hot drink when you don’t have to? This bottle not only has a suction feature at the bottom to secure it to all surfaces, it also has an inside tea strainer...

Paisley Sato Trip Coordinator
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Anti-Topple Suction Bottle

Currently Unavailable
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Going to be mucking through a jungle or swamp? Then you're going to want some leech socks. Prevent those harmless but terrifying bloodsuckers from invading your boot and ruining your hike.

Tyler Cole VP, Community
tyler

Leech Socks

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

Each of the cards in this deck holds a low-stakes challenge. Accept it, and you’ll find yourself paying attention to the shifting textures of the terrain under your feet, keeping watch for circles and squares, or spreading out a picnic in an unexpected place. Pack a few for your next...

Jessica Leigh Hester Senior Editor + Writer
jessicahester1

Anywhere Travel Guide

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

Utility on the go! Some of the most essential everyday tools are kept together in this 5-in-1 pen, which features a screwdriver, a stylus, an integrated bubble level, a ruler, and a writing pen with a clip.

Emma Suojanen Marketing Manager
emmasuoj

5-in-1 Tool Pen

$25
Why We Love It

Why not leave your city trip up to a bit of chance? With so many sites to see and things to do, grab these four dice and give 'em a roll for an instant day-long itinerary.

Emma Suojanen Marketing Manager
emmasuoj

Do Something Dice

$12
Why We Love It

These notebooks are designed to help you remember every aspect of an adventure. Plus they're pocket-sized for maximum on-the-go convenience!

Emma Suojanen Marketing Manager
emmasuoj

Traveler's Notebooks

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

Anytime I'm in a foreign city, I struggle to balance dressing fashionably and the practicalities of travel. Luckily this backpack is both handsome and brimming with features that make moving through cities a cinch.

Jordan Schultz Director of Marketing & Audience
schultjh

Urban Lite Backpack

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

When you're on the go, you don't want to have to rely on outlets. Plus the lighter your footprint, the better! Pro-tip: Strap this on the back of your bag while you're walking around.

Tao Tao Holmes Director of Special Projects, Experiences
taotaoholmes

Portable Solar Charger

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

Book lights are better when they're eco-friendly. Charge this one via the sun. Perfect for camping and cold, winter days alike.

Jordan Schultz Director of Marketing & Audience
schultjh

Solar Clip on Book Light

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

Let neither snow nor rain stay you from the swift completion of your favorite eBook.

Tyler Cole VP, Community
tyler

Kindle Waterproof Case

Currently Unavailable
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Don't let a bumpy ride ruin your good read. Prevent upset stomachs resulting from car or sea sickness with Dramamine and a bit of ginger. And this formula is non-drowsy, so don't worry about dozing off mid-sentence.

Jordan Schultz Director of Marketing & Audience
schultjh

Dramamine Non-Drowsy Naturals

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

“I’m always freezing on flights and I love that it self-contains.” — Nicole Groenke, Denver, Colorado

Merino Travel Kit

$169
Why We Love It

“It's made out of recycled materials. by women who are vulnerable to the sex trade in the biggest red light district in India. Their website explains better than I can, but I love buying an item that I know helps support others.” — Regan, Detroit, Michigan

Sari Bari Bag

$68
Why We Love It

“They are great to put in your luggage or wallet or on your keys. If you ever loose them or they get stolen it shows the location! Also you can locate your phone with it!” — Jessie Burke, Vienna, Austria

Tile Slim "Anything Finder"

Currently Unavailable
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“I go hiking a lot, and clean drinkable water sources are hard to find in the jungle. This water filter straw is not only reusable, it beats having to carry a very heavy water bottle that won't last long.” — Julian Ritom, Malaysia

LifeStraw

Currently Unavailable
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While the beauty of brutalist and concrete architecture still stirs controversy, there's no debate about the beauty of these well designed and wonderfully informative maps from the talented cartographers at Blue Crow Media.

Brutalist and Concrete Maps

$47
Why We Love It

Bringing seafood on a long-haul flight may irritate your seatmate for reasons of malodorousness. Solution: shrimp pillow. This soft and comfy neck-encircler brings all the appeal of the briny sea with none of the rough surfaces associated with actual crustaceans.

Ella Morton Contributing Editor
Ella Morton

Shrimp Travel Pillow

$12
Why We Love It

You're going to need a sturdy bag in which to lug your adventure gear, and this stylish multi-pocket mini-pack fits the bill.

Kids Mini Pack

$50
Why We Love It

Pick your favorite color whistle to signal for help when the going gets tough, and give the other two to your parents (who are more likely to get into trouble anyway).

Luke Thomas Senior Software Engineer
lukert33

Emergency Whistles

Currently Unavailable
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Stay hydrated and stay cool! Designed to avoid the dreaded metallic taste of canteens past, this thoroughly modern version of the camping classic includes an adjustable shoulder strap and glow-in-the-dark logo.

Coleman Kids Canteen

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

Travel to Uruguay and you'll soon notice a unique habit: many Uruguayans sip mate, a caffeinated drink with a flavor comparable to green tea, as they drive, walk, shop, and otherwise go about their daily lives. The supplies for this frequent sipping—a thermos, cup, and metal straw—are carried in a satchel...

Red Leather Car Matera

$126
Why We Love It

An extremely flexible camera bag with room for a DSLR body, several lenses, and anything else you can cram into the cavernous roll top compartment. I've been able to comfortably pack a camera body, four lenses, a 7" external monitor, eight batteries, chargers, audio recorder, shotgun mic, lav mics, laptop,...

Chris Naka Director, Creative Development
Chris Naka

DSLR Camera Backpack

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

Elegant and durable, this backpack holds everything you need for urban strolls and day hikes in the wild.

Erin Johnson Head of the Atlas Obscura Society
Erin Johnson

Filson Ranger Backpack

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

One mark of a trip well-traveled is a well-worn map. Skip a step with the waterproof Crumpled City Map, as easy to read as it is to stuff in your pocket.

Crumpled City Map

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

This amazing straw filters bacteria and dirt as you drink, allowing you to fill up and hydrate from almost any body of water during your travels.

Sheila Baker Designer
Sheila Baker

LifeStraw Water Bottle

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

Putting lunch in a cute, organized box makes it vastly more appealing. It just does.

Dylan Thuras Co-Founder
Dylan

Bento Box

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

A travel system stroller might be the single most essential item for trips with kids. Combining the stroller and car seat, it vastly reduces the amount of gear you need. It comes apart quickly for the taxi ride from the airport and then easily reassembles into a stroller for a...

Dylan Thuras Co-Founder
Dylan

Travel System Stroller

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

At some point in your travels your child will give up on walking, lay down in the middle of the path, and refuse to move. Having a good kid carrier designed for long distances can make all the difference. This particular pack is pricey, but if you plan to actually...

Dylan Thuras Co-Founder
Dylan

Deuter Child Carrier for Hiking

Currently Unavailable
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Babies are bad dinner guests. They yell and throw things and only 30% of food makes it into their mouths. Minimize post-dinner floor cleanup with these food-catching bibs. Your waiter will appreciate it.

Dylan Thuras Co-Founder
Dylan

Soft Bibs

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

Traveling with young kids means keeping them occupied and hydrated. Accomplish both while avoiding spills with these ingenious cups. They can be knocked over, dropped, and even flung across a plane aisle without spilling, lessening the need of apologies from mortified parents.

Dylan Thuras Co-Founder
Dylan

Miracle Sippy Cups

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

I know that an awful night’s sleep is part of the fun of camping, but trust me, these super-small inflatables are a game changer! By raising you an inch off the ground, these sleeping pads support your back, better regulate your body temperature, and keep rocks from digging into your...

Larissa Hayden
larissahayden

Lightweight Sleeping Pad

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

An alternative to traditional horseshoe travel pillows, this compact wrap includes a hidden plastic brace that supports your neck and head for a better sleep no matter how uncomfortable the overnight bus ride or red-eye flight.

Larissa Hayden
larissahayden

Neck Support Travel Pillow

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

This catch-all bungee bag makes packing odds-and-ends a breeze, whether you’re loading up on bug spray for an Amazon adventure or snacks for a long hike.

Larissa Hayden
larissahayden

Lazy Toiletries Bag

$9
Why We Love It

We used these during Atlas Obscura’s Total Eclipse Festival and loved them so much, we’ve since given them as gifts! The bright and powerful lantern and phone charger-combo is great for camping, festivals, blackouts, and backyards.

Larissa Hayden
larissahayden

Lantern and Phone Charger

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

Its wide mouth makes drinking, refilling, and cleaning a breeze, and the stainless steel is durable and lightweight, the perfect size to carry on a day hike. Each new scratch and every dent will remind you of a day of exploration well-spent.

Blake Olmstead Head of Design
Blake

Klean Kanteen Water Bottle

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

If you're stealing sips on the go, you could do a lot worse than the retro-styling of this hammertone green Stanley flask.

Stanley Stainless Steel Flask

Currently Unavailable
Why We Love It

Packing cubes will revolutionize the way you think about outfit planning while on the road. And better yet, pull the cubes out of your luggage and stick them directly into those hotel dressers you never use.

Jordan Schultz Director of Marketing & Audience
schultjh

Eagle Creek Packing Cubes

Currently Unavailable

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