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Small Wonders
by Ensemble
Here are 10 small-but-mighty travel accessories to make your next trip that much smoother.
By Truc Nguyen
Convenient carry-on
Recommended for kids ages three to seven, the JetKids ride-on suitcase by Stokke transforms into a seat extender on most planes, trains and ferries — giving your little one a leg up for a comfy journey.
JetKids BedBox US$229, stokke.com
Beach hoodie
Great for beach days and afternoons by the pool, this soft, hooded poncho features a classic stripe pattern and a pocket for collecting seashells on the seashore.
Kids Poncho US$35, dockandbay.com
Team player
Designed for kids ages three and up, Yoto’s portable player can pump out music and stories for up to 14 hours on a single charge and works as both a white-noise machine and a Bluetooth speaker.
Yoto Mini US$70, us.yotoplay.com
Passport control
Where are the passports?! They’re in this leather case (it holds up to six) along with your cards, boarding passes and a pen. The whole thing zips closed to keep your documents secure.
The Six Person Family Passport Holder US$127, poppybarley.com
Starter pack
This backpack will organize a wee one’s essentials whether they carry it — or you do. The front pocket doubles as a detachable fanny pack and the bag easily slides over your roller case’s handle to keep you hands-free.
The Kids Backpack, US$68 beistravel.com
Sound plan
These over-ear headphones come in bright colors and offer kid-friendly features, including active noise canceling, a built-in microphone and a safe maximum volume. Use them wirelessly or with the included audio cable.
JR 460NC Headphones US$80, jbl.com
Kid- (and reef-) friendly SPF
Pipette’s mineral sunscreen offers SPF 50 protection and is fragrancefree, hypoallergenic and made with a reef-friendly zinc oxide, making it a good choice for babies, kids and anyone with sensitive skin.
Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
US$14, pipettebaby.com
Vacation record
School-age children can document a family holiday through their own words and images with this interactive, hardcover travel diary available in three colors.
Go! My Adventure Journal
US$15, weesociety.com
Stowable stroller
Perfect for travel or adventures in the city, this stroller is easy to fold and compact enough to fit in the overhead bin on your next flight.
Butterfly Stroller
US$449, bugaboo.com
Zippy packing
Travel cubes can help keep each family member’s items separated and organized on the go, and these stylish ones made from repurposed nylon have mesh side panels so you can see what’s inside.
Cubo Packing Cube Bundle
US$50, cotopaxi.com
