Traveling by air is no doubt the quickest – and sometimes most economical and convenient – way to get to your destination, whether it’s a business day trip or a longer stay. While flying certainly has its perks, travelers also face a handful of frustrations. Space plays a large role in the frustrations: you have a small amount of space to be comfortable in and your everyday items aren’t always within reach.
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Keep Things Simple
Business day trips often require you to have items at your fingertips on the flight. You may need to go over a few notes or re-read the information pertaining to your meeting; you may even need to finish up that presentation you’re supposed to give in a couple of hours (we’re not judging)! The same is true for casual travelers, as well: you left your toddler’s tablet in the carry-on you already placed above your head; your phone is dying in the middle of your ebook but your charger is buried under other items in your bag; your stomach is grumbling so loudly you’re worried your flight neighbor can hear it, but your snacks are tucked away. The list of potential scenarios goes on and on, and ranges from frustrating to embarrassing!
Don’t Worry
Having a carry-on or any type of small bag for your items helps the situation but doesn’t always solve it, especially when you’re sitting in a row in close quarters with other travelers. Fumbling around with a backpack on your lap, trying not to disturb the people around you, is all too common on commercial flights. Not only is the bag bulky, but your stuff is rarely easy to find and grab out of it no matter how well you packed it before you left.
A Great Way to Travel
Choosing an airplane organizer eliminates the problems associated with digging through traditional carry-ons and bags. Inflight organizers keep the most essential items within reach without disturbing your neighbors and keep you from needing to get in your overhead or dig through a backpack. Either carry it on as a shoulder bag or, when you get to your seat, pull it out of your backpack or tote, set it on your seat, and store your larger bag in the overhead or under the seat in front of you. Sit down, set it up in the seatback pocket, or hang from the tray table and have the essentials you need while inflight right at hand.
When Shopping
When deciding on the best one you have several options: some are designed for business travelers, some are designed for families, others have a more universal design to suit everyone. Most seatback organizers are configured to hold cords, phones, snacks, inflight toiletries, headphones, power banks, wallets, and standard tablets. Make a mental list of what you need and want while searching for the right one – the one that’s going to make your trips more comfortable, less frustrating, and, quite possibly, change the way you look at flying.
Functionality is Key
Functionality is key: you need something that is going to solve your problems, not become just another item you take on a trip. Look at the pockets it has and if they’re big enough (or small enough) to safely carry what you need without having enough space for the item to get lost among your other gadgets. Expandable pockets, small pouches for earbuds or cords, loops for pens, and document pockets are all features to consider during your search. Consider a double-duty organizer bag that allows you to go from plane to meeting without shuffling your items into another bag for your trip.
Compact and Not Bulky
Size is another important factor and goes hand-in-hand with functionality. The goal is to have something large enough for your items but small enough to not be a nuisance. Something that fits easily under your seat when you don’t need it or tucks perfectly into the seat pocket in front of you. Something bulky defeats the entire purpose!
Travel With Style
Let’s not forget about style. Functionality and size may be the most important factors, but something stylish and functional? Sign us up! Many organizers are just that: a simple organizer to make your trip more comfortable. Others, however, double as a statement piece with handsome exteriors and fashionable designs.
Choosing an airplane organizer isn’t rocket science, but it can be an important choice especially if you travel frequently. Knowing what you need and want allows you to more easily weigh the options between the many airplane organizers on the market.
