Back in my 20s, I could hop on a flight with nothing but a passport and a dream… and maybe a granola bar if I was really thinking ahead. Fast forward to today, and let’s just say my travel bag looks a little different. I’m all about feeling good while traveling — and that means taking care of my body, even on the go. Here’s my grown-up, wellness-packed travel stash that comes with me everywhere now:

✈️ Built Bars

The ultimate travel snack. They’re protein-packed and taste like a treat!

🥄 Protein Powder Packets

I love the Just Ingredients (strawberry is my favorite) single-serve pouches for their clean ingredients, and Clean Simple Eats makes travel-friendly options that taste amazing. I’ll toss a few in my bag to mix into water or smoothies.

Discount code for Just Ingredients: JESS10

😴 Beam Dream

Because nothing ruins a trip like a rough night’s sleep. I’ve recently been using this to wind down in the evenings to help get quality rest, especially when I’m jet lagged, sleeping in a new bed, or sharing a hotel room with two toddlers.

🟢 AG1 Packets

I keep a stash of AG1 single packets to help fill the nutritional gaps while I’m eating out constantly. It helps keep my energy up and digestion on track (two things I never thought about in my 20s and now think about daily).

🥣 Oatmeal Packets

An easy, no-mess breakfast I can make in a hotel room with hot water or a microwave. I like adding protein powder and fruit for a quick, balanced meal that doesn’t cost $20 at the airport.

🍇 Grüns

These chewable greens are a lifesaver when I know I won’t be getting in enough veggies while on the road. They actually taste good, which is saying something for greens in gummy form.

🗣️ Beekeeper’s Naturals Immune Throat Spray

I never travel without this anymore. It’s my first line of defense if I start to feel run down — especially after a long flight or being surrounded by sneezes in a confined space.

💊 Mixhers HerMulti Travel Packets

I love how easy these are to bring along. They help me stay consistent with my multivitamin routine, and the individual packs mean I don’t have to worry about bringing a full bottle or pill organizer.

💧 ReLyte Electrolyte Mix (Mojito Flavor!)

Hands down my favorite hydration booster. The mojito flavor is chef’s kiss and it’s perfect for recovering from flights, walking 10k+ steps a day, or chasing toddlers in the heat.

🌀 A Frother

Yes, I bring a tiny frother with me. No shame. It helps mix my protein powder, AG1, Beam Dream — pretty much all of the above — way better than a spoon ever could. Plus, it makes my hotel room drinks feel a little more luxurious.

Am I extra now? Maybe.
Do I feel better because of it? Absolutely.

Traveling in my 30s means taking care of myself with a little more intention. And honestly? I wouldn’t go back to my “just grab a coffee and go” days if you paid me.

What’s in your grown-up travel kit these days?