24 Summer Travel Hacks

Summer is finally on our doorstep, which means so is VACATION time! Whether you're traveling near or far, here are a few travel hacks to make the most of your time off.

Just because you're getting out of town doesn't mean you have to leave your favorite radio stations behind. Take them with you with our iHeartRadio app. Just place your phone in a cup to amplify the sound! Instant speakers!

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Roll your clothes to save space in your suitcase and keep your clothes from wrinkling.

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Use private browsing when searching and booking flights online. Travel sites often track your search history through your browser and will increase ticket prices.

Contact your credit card company before you travel to avoid preventative fraud blocks on your accounts.

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Bring an empty water bottle with you to the airport so you can fill it after you go through security and avoid having to buy water.

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Use Yelp and Foursquare to find the Wi-Fi passwords while you travel.

Invest in a Mophie case for your phone to make sure you're always connected when you don't have access to power outlets.

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Use a pill case to store small jewelry.

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Consider clothing items that double as luggage, such as the One Jacket from Stuffa.

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If you forgot the wall plugin to charge your phone, check your hotel TV for a USB outlet.

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Put a dryer sheet in your luggage to keep your clothes smelling fresh.

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Wear your heaviest or largest shoes while you travel to save room in your luggage.

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If you need wi-fi, find a seat near the business center in the airport - the wi-fi signal is usually stronger.

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Pack a change of clothes in your carry-on bag in case your checked luggage doesn't arrive when you do.

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A snood is great for keeping warm or as a make-shift sleep mask when you're trying to get sleep on the move.

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Take photos of your important documents on your cell phone in case anything is lost or stolen. Similarly, if you're boarding document is on your phone, take a screen shot in the event your airline app crashes or won't load while in line.

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Save unused hotel toiletries for future trips to avoid buying travel sized containers.

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If you use a curling iron or flat iron, bring an oven mitt in case you need to pack a warm tool.

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Call your credit card company to tell them you're going on a trip. This will authorize suspicious purchases in a new place.

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Wrap your shoes in a shower cap so they don't get clothes dirty in your suitcase.

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Use contact lens cases for things like concealer and lotion!

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Put your belts in collared shirts to keep them stiff when you pack.

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Use a shower caddy on a road trip to hold food

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Use a plastic cereal container as a trash bin in the car.

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