I spent 22 hours on planes with a carry-on bag and a backpack. Here are 5 items I regret not packing and 7 items I'm glad I brought.

Kirsten AcunaAug 6, 2022, 20:53 IST

I relied only on the objects in my backpack during my flights to and from Paris.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

I traveled abroad for the first time. My direct flight to Paris was 10 hours, while my return was nearly 12.
For my 22 hours on planes, I took a carry-on duffel and backpack, which housed my onboard needs.

In July, I traveled abroad for the first time on a 10-hour non-stop flight to Paris, France, and was a little anxious about what to pack.

I can be a bit forgetful, so I tried laying out everything in advance. These are some of the necessities I brought.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

I was happy to have my Bose noise-canceling headphones.

These are the best headphones I've ever had.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

Though I packed a few physical books, my iPad mini was the item I used the most for in-flight entertainment.

The iPad mini was one of the best gifts I ever received.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

My Trtl wrap ensured my neck didn't get stiff and helped me feel more comfortable.

The combination of the travel wrap, Bose headphones, and a mask is not great.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

I was impressed by this reusable prepasted toothbrush that made it simple to keep my mouth feeling clean in between two meals on a plane.

This toothbrush made it easy to keep my mouth feeling clean on a long flight while being served two meals.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

I have really long hair so I was glad I had a few hair bands to tie it back while eating and wearing headphones.

This was something I wouldn't have considered packing for my flight, but I always wear a few extra hair ties on my wrists like bracelets.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

I was glad I packed two portable chargers, but I really only needed my phone's charging wire.

Though I used my chargers throughout the trip, I only needed my wire on board the plane.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

I was glad I brought some disinfecting-wipe packages with me to clean the entire seat, tray table, screen, and plane window.

I figure you can never be too cautious during a pandemic and on a crowded flight.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

Though I made a lot of smart choices, I made a few crucial mistakes. My biggest regret was not packing a sleep aid like melatonin on my way there.

I packed a bunch of vitamins, allergy medication, and aspirin, but failed to consider I may need some help falling asleep on my long flight.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

I brought a refillable 10-ounce Yeti tumbler with me to keep liquids cool, but wish I had a larger refillable bottle on hand.

Though it kept my water cold, this Yeti bottle serves me better in the car. I should've considered one of my Contigo containers.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

I should've worn comfier shoes on the plane.

I just wanted to look cool at Disney and didn't want to risk losing these shoes if my luggage didn't show up once I landed.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

I brought my own blanket but was surprised to learn I received one in economy.

It turns out that I didn't need to bring a blanket.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

I really wished I didn't bring an unfinished coffee onboard because there wasn't a cup holder large enough for it.

Bringing beverages on a flight with you isn't always the best idea.Kirsten Acuna/Insider

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