Best Travel Accessories of 2026: Must-Haves for Every Trip

Whether you're a frequent flyer, a weekend road tripper, or planning your first big international adventure, the right travel accessories can make or break your journey. After 45 years of outfitting Albuquerque travelers with the best gear on the market, the team at Lieber's Luggage has put together our definitive list of the best travel accessories of 2026 — tried, tested, and available right here in-store and online.

1. Lieber's Luggage® Lab Mini Folding Travel Umbrella

Don't let an unexpected downpour ruin your trip. Our Lieber's Lab Mini Folding Travel Umbrella is compact enough to slip into any carry-on or day bag, comes with its own storage case, and is built to handle real weather — not just a light drizzle. It's one of our best-selling travel accessories for good reason. If you only add one item to your packing list this year, make it this one.

Why travelers love it: Lightweight, packable, and actually sturdy. The storage case keeps it from soaking everything else in your bag.

2. SCOTTeVEST Travel Vest with RFID Blocking Pocket

The SCOTTeVEST Men's Travel Vest and SCOTTeVEST Women's Travel Vest are hands-down the smartest wearable travel accessories on the market. With multiple hidden pockets, built-in RFID blocking technology to protect your cards and passport, and a design that lets you breeze through airport security without emptying your pockets, this vest is a game-changer for frequent travelers.

Why travelers love it: Carry your phone, passport, boarding pass, wallet, and more — all on your body, all secure. No more digging through your bag at the gate.

3. Lieber's Luggage® Lab Digital Luggage Scale

Avoid the dreaded overweight bag fee at the check-in counter. Our Lieber's Lab Digital Luggage Scale gives you an accurate read on your bag weight before you ever leave the house. Compact, easy to use, and precise — it's one of those travel gadgets you'll wonder how you ever lived without.

Why travelers love it: Saves you money every single trip. At this price point, it pays for itself the first time you use it.

4. Luggage Locator — Works with Apple Find My

Lost luggage is one of the most stressful travel experiences imaginable. Our Luggage Locator integrates directly with Apple Find My, giving you real-time location tracking on your bags with a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 3 months. Toss one in every checked bag and travel with total peace of mind.

Why travelers love it: Works seamlessly with the Apple ecosystem you already use. No subscription, no extra app — just plug into Find My and go.

Bonus Tips: Pack Smarter in 2026

Today's travelers have more tools than ever to plan the perfect trip. AI travel planning tools can help you build packing lists, find the best flight times, and even suggest what to wear based on your destination's weather. But no algorithm replaces the right gear — and that's where we come in.

A few pro packing tips from our team:

• Roll, don't fold — rolling clothes saves space and reduces wrinkles.
• Weigh before you go — always check your bag weight at home, not at the airport.
• Wear your heaviest items — boots, vests, and jackets on your body means more room in your bag.
• Tag every bag — inside and out. If the exterior tag gets ripped off, an interior tag with your contact info can save your luggage.

Shop the Best Travel Accessories at Lieber's Luggage

All of the accessories featured in this post are available now at our Albuquerque store at 6515 Menaul Blvd NE and online at liebers.com. Our staff lives and breathes travel gear — come in and let us help you build the perfect kit for your next adventure.

Lieber's Luggage — Everything but the trip.™