14 Travel Essentials You SHOULD be Buying at Dollar Tree in 2024 

I pick up about 20 packs of crayons, note pads and hot wheels and hand them out to kids in developing countries. $60 for me isn’t much but the smile on a kids face is priceless.

Hey Flight Attendant here and I can tell you that I have at least 10 of these items, that 3 outlet plug has very often been a friggin life saver!!!!

Yes! I've been looking forward to 'packing hacks' and 'tips and tricks' video from someone like yourself and Suzanne, who can be described as 'professional travelers'!

Wtf... Suzanne's suggestion of using a pill organizer for jewelry blew my mind 🤯 Amazing idea!

(2:15) Tip: if you are buying an outlet extender, please make sure it is UL Certified to ensure it doesn't damage your electronics.

I used to work all over Africa - I always travelled with duct tape and gaffer's tape (no residue). But no need to travel with the entire roll. Just wrap 5-8' around a pen. It'll keep it easy to use, and you now have two pens (one for each type of tape) easy to find in your bag. Thanks for the fun video - enjoyed seeing the choices y'all made!

That triple pack of refillable bottles is also TSA friendly, holding enough product to take you through a short trip. Mine hold shampoo, conditioner, and liquid soap (it lathers up better in hard water and you don't have to lug around a slimy bar of soap). If you're going on a plane, take the time to cover the tops with a bit of plastic wrap or put the filled bottles into a ziplock bag, then squeeze out as much air as you can. Big changes in air pressure can cause bottles to pop open and leak everywhere, so protect your stuff.

Love the idea about shower caps for shoes. Packing tip…. Yes please

I love love the Dollar Tree. One of the tips I would add is, (if your traveling domestically) Dollar Tree is also a great store to visit when you arrive. Things like liquids can be saved for when you get there.

Hi Jeb and Susanne ! I like using chip clips to keep hotel drapes and curtains closed. They of course keep snack bags sealed during trips as well. Safe travels to you both.

That is the cleanest, most organized Dollar Tree I've ever seen. The ones in Chicago are messy.

Can't say this was on my Jeb Brooks 2024 bingo card lol, but the more you know😂

Yes please, a packing video would be amazing

This is usually our first stop getting off the plane. Soft soap, toothpaste, clips, hair stuff, sanitizer. Foil, plastic bags, glad ware type plastic containers, sodas, water. Then you don’t have to cram in your carry on. Suzanne’s purchases are mine too!

First - you have a really nice Dollar Store. The one near us is woefully under stocked. Second - I do most of these - always travel with ziploc bags - they are the duct tape of travel. Always buy my toothpaste and shaving cream at the Dollar Store - the 2.7 ounce size is ideal. I have a blue ribbon on my bag, a cough drop/life saver combo bag in my briefcase, and buy snacks. Hadn't thought of the dryer sheets - good idea there. Thanks!

Enjoyed this video. I love Dollar Tree for travel essentials, and already have almost all of the things they bought in my "always packed, ready to go" toiletry bag & carry-on. When I return home from a trip I refill or replace everything I used, and never get to the airport to discover I forgot or am missing something (like deodorant). I've been using those clear zip folders for more years than I can remember to hold itineraries, boarding passes, confirmations for hotels & rental cars, excursions, cruise documents, etc (yes, it's on my phone, too, but just in case of a dead battery, I'm all set). I also have, from Dollar Tree, a tiny sewing kit, first aid supplies, gum for the plane, small comb & brush, Clorox wipes, a flat magnetic flashlight for metal cruise ship walls, magnets for those same walls, and, instead of those large 3.4 ounce refillable hard plastic bottles for shampoo, conditioner, body wash & lotion, I purchased, again at Dollar Tree, silicone single serve dressing bottles (like for a salad). The caps come in different colors (good for more than one traveler), and I label each bottle. As you use them, they get flatter, so they take up even less room in your 1 qt zip-loc bag on your return trip home. I filled them all a few weeks before I traveled to see how many showers per container I could take, and packed accordingly. I do put saran wrap first and then screw the cap on to prevent leaks - so far, so good. Last year, for a 3 week summer trip to Europe, my daughter (thankfully!) bought me a small usb operated fan (which I used countless times - no a/c at our friend's house!). I also brought laundry soap sheets, which I ordered online. Hand washed a few items of clothing on the ship, so didn't have to pack as much. I think my best tip would be that if you travel a lot, always have your toiletry bag and carry-on (with unmentionables, nightwear, and one outfit) packed and ready to go. One less thing to worry about, and sure saves time packing. (edited for spelling error).

I love dollar tree, but I’ll say that was probably the cleanest and most organized dollar tree I’ve seen.

Suzanne, the pill organizer and shower caps were GENIUS. Thank yall!!!! I recognize my home airport, Atlanta. Have a great train adventure home!

Great editing on this video!! Absolutely loved it! Love watching the cam flashes from the $ store to your actual life application in the airport, hotel, etc! Loved this video!

Great tips! Another item from just about any dollar store that comes in handy (and takes up hardly any space in your luggage) is denture cleaning tablets. I don't have dentures, but those little effervescent cleaning tablets can be used for many other things, such as soaking items that have become stained from food or other substances. If your hotel bathtub has a clogged drain or is draining slowly, crush a few of the tablets, put them in warm water and pour it down the drain. In an hour, run hot water to clear the drain. If your active travel day resulted in stinky sneakers, place them in a bucket (or in the sink) with two or three tablets and warm water. After an hour or two, rinse them and let them air dry. They will be clean and deodorized.

YES TO TRAVEL AND PACKING HACK VIDEO!!!!!

Jeb, yes! Most expert travel tips work well in the EDC life - having small zip bags, first aid kits, in your daily carry bag. I see a travel video mini-series: dollar store travel finds; best bags (checked luggage, carry on, daypacks, backpacks); travel snacks; personal safety when traveling; etc. Thank you and Suzanne for your knowledge and expertise! Rosalyn

Those Wiley Wallaby gummies are DELICIOUS!

Wet wipes! Baby wipes for cleaning your armpits or nether regions during and after a long flight, and hand sanitizer wipes just in case the toilet runs out of soap.

I'd enjoy your packing hack video. Several years ago I had a job which required frequent airline flights. A couple of flight attndants passed on a hack or two. I'm always looking to learn more! In the snack purchasing don't forget to add chewing gum. If you are ever on a flight and can not get your ears to pop due to colds or any other reason, a piece of gum can lead to big relief.

The craft aisle also has little plastic containers with lids that you can put your face cream in.

Love how the women at the end 6:20 grinned at the camera!

Love this! Your enthusiasm is infectious and a main reason I love your videos. It may sound weird, but your videos got me through a lot of hard times. Your high energy and positivity truly does impact, thank you guys for your videos!

What a great episode idea! Thumbs up!

Great vlog as always! Here are some do`s and don`t from a former airline emp. Do NOT put personal stuff like a wallet, car keys and medicine in your checked bag! No liquid. If you do, and it spills YOU may have to pay for the damage to other pax luggage. Use a metal container champagne comes in, stuff it with socks and underwear to make the bottle safer. Flying as a family with more than one bag; divide all the clothing and shoes in all the bags. So if a bag is missing, all are good except dad. Put your business card in a side pocket, so they know who to contact if found nameless or tagless. I always have my toiletries in my carry on together with a pair of underwear and socks. Take a picture of your passport. You need to confirm that you are you at the Embassy. That is all I can think of for now. Smoke alarm and flashlight is also a good thing. Make sure you know where all the exits are, also on train, busses and hotels. Keep up the good work. Be safe!

I get all my travel size toiletries items from the dollar store I’ve been doing it for years

If you buy those travel size bottles and fill with liquids, put Saran Wrap on it before screwing the lid back on.

Nice haircut Jeb! Looking sharp!

Nice video. I use some of these tricks myself. Here’s one for you. I don’t use the painters tape, but gaffer tape (I’m a photographer). But, take your painters tape and wrap it around an old used gift card or hotel room key card. You can get several feet of it and it’s not much thicker than the card. Packs easier.

Definitely "Packing Hacks!"

Gah the wanderlust in feeling right now!

Would absolutely love packing hacks and packing video

That is the cleanest Dollar Tree I’ve ever seen! The one by my house looks like “hurricane single mom with 5 kids” just blew threw, all the time..

Since we fly in and rent condos. We always survey what the condo does or doesn't have. Then head to the dollar tree. ...never want to spend more then necessary on some of the things we need. Foil, cooking spray, hot sauce...just the right size for a weeks stay.

And until next time.... We'll see you at Goodwill!!!!!

@5:50 "What a time to be alive."😂😂😂 Jeb is hilarious! I canNOT😂😂😂😂😂 I just love Suzanne too!!❤ I'm on a work sabbatical and will be traveling every month this year. Thank you so much for this video!! You're the best.❤❤

Yes for tips n packing hacks

Packing hacks would be awesome!

See u guys are doing something different ok 👍❗️💯👍👍👏👏

Fantastic weight loss, Jeb! Congrats!

Love the price comparisons! Great video!!

I take a white and cream colored sun hats. Dollar tree has some really pretty scarves. I pick a few and wrap one around the hat to match my outfit.

The young lady over your left shoulder near the end was delighted to be in your video. :)

I take that round pill holder and put meds like Imodium, Advil, Tylenol ECT. I write on the back with a marker the product and then put in a Ziploc bag. It works great for your purse too. I get a roll of colored duck tape and put a line of it around the middle of my suitcase. I like bright purple. It also helps if your zipper breaks.

More of these would be great!

Don't forget those decks of casino playing cards there at the checkout aisles! Always good to have one or two of those on any trip!

I enjoyed this video! Please, make more.

Yes to packing hacks

Jeb & Suzanne I wish I could truly express how I feel about you two. My wife and I travelled frequently until I got extremely ill. But as upset as I feel somedays knowing I will never get to these places you are taking us with you and sharing your love for travel and food. Bless you two and thank you so much for making my day and being able to share your travels with my wife. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Enroute to my nearest dollar tree now. 🌳 ❤

This may sound corny, but you can learn a lot from these guys. Travel can have its ups and down. Even when these guys have reason to be negative- they are always positive and grateful. In all seriousness-it is a great life skill. You will undoubtedly have hard times in life - but if you can have their positivity in will go a long way in your life and those around you.

Yes, do the packing video! Great tips here and for sure a big money saver!!

It's a good day when Jeb posts :)

I've seen a passenger took spray paint to his bag. Let me tell you that bag really stood out 😂

Here in California the Dollar Tree stores have various sized zippered packing "cubes". They're light duty but do the job when handled judiciously.

Bandana. Can be used to tie hair back, folded over eyes to keep light out while napping, tied on suitcase handle, handkercheif, sweat band, wash rag, impromptu mask for bank robberies...just kidding. It doesn't take up any space and it does have a lot of uses.

Awesome tips! Thank you Jeb!

Jeb, seeing you at the Dollar Tree on New Garden Rd made my day because I just realized that a famous RU-vidr and potentially my aviation idol lives right here with me in Greensboro!!!

Yes more videos.

Bringing aisles and miles of smiles.

The shower caps on shoes is brilliance. I've been using Wal-Mart plastic bags but it wasn't a perfect solution.

I use a blue sparkly ribbon with snowmen on it. I used to use a red ribbon until I once found another suitcase that was the same brand, size, color AND had the same red ribbon. The only way I was able to tell the difference was the name on the luggage tag. I was pretty sure the other owner had my suitcase because it took 4 turns of the baggage carousel after all the luggage came out before my suitcase showed up.

Very useful tips. More of these types of vids please 😀

Glad we got to see more of Suzanne in this vid! Yall are fun to watch together! ❤

Shower cap are great to put on your feet if you have to take your shoes off at TSA. I put them on over my socks and throw them away before putting on my shoes. Also is putting sweaty clothes on an airtight plastic bag, throw a dryer sheet in with it. Or if you can quickly rinse them out, wring them out then put in bag. It will hold down the funk

Yes to hacks & packing, especially as you’re trustworthy.

Thank you!! Please do the packing tips too! Great Video!

That plunger might come in handy after all that airline food...

Great ideas

You could be like my wife and travel with your own cast iron skillet! Not even kidding, she does it! LOL! (Yes, we've been questioned by TSA, but even TSA is scared of my wife!)

Love you guys ❤❤❤

I dont know why, but everytime i see Jeb, I smile. Keep up the great work, sir!

Great idea for a video. Nice job as always.

Packing hacks and travel gear would be great!

I started packing a small packable handbag (DC Metro Silver Line Ph2 Opening!) and one of those drawstring backpacks and its a game changer. I use the small one when I'm at a con and wanna buy merch and the drawstring bag for walking around and just wanna keep some stuff close. The documents folder is an excellent add on. I like to print out boarding, hotel, and conference docs in case my phone dies. Yes to the travel EDC. I'd love to get tips for stowing smaller items into pouches.

Great vid, you two!

Hi Jeb and Suzanne I love your videos and I would love to see your packing tips and hacks keep up the great videos

Thats a idea i will use for my jewelry

I always hit the dollar store for essentials for my travel. My hacks are the white stickey hooks for hanging clothes or small ones that fit over the doors to hang towels.

And for the painter's tape hack, you can just double up on it if the pesky light is still too bright. 👍

Valuable !

I put bright orange duck tape strips on my suitcase. I can sometimes see my suitcase being loaded and unloaded from inside the plane. When it comes into the luggage carousel , I can spot it immediately. I also have other passengers see this and say, "wow, that is a great idea."

Awesome tips.

Hello Mr and Mrs B yes packing tips please Happy Trails!😂😂😂

Great tips; ribbon on your suitcase makes good sense. All luggage looks the same. Best video by you. More of this definitely. 😊

Very helpful you 2

YES! I love this! Nice way to change things up! Even slobs like me who rarely travel anywhere has learned! Good job! (Wish my dollar store was that clean and quiet!)

The snacks from Dollar Tree are the number 1 best thing to buy for an airplane trip. I do it every time. I avoid eating at the airport or on the plane that way.

Great video!

Love the video, you guys should do more videos like this

Yall are lucky to have a clean and stocked Dollar Tree near you.

More travel hacks please

Now I'm definitely gonna be stopping at the dollar tree before my Europe trip later this year.

Jeb, I pack prunes now thanks to you.

Thanks Jeb ! I live at the dollar tree 😊