Gallery: 14 First-Class Gifts for Frequent Fliers
Josh Valcarcel/WIRED01Tile-WIRED-file-photo
__Tile__ Make sure your wallet, keys, and luggage stay at your side (not forgotten at the Ruby Tuesday's in Terminal D). With [Tile](https://www.thetileapp.com/), you just stash it inside or clip it to anything important. The companion app syncs via Bluetooth and keeps tabs on up to eight Tiled items. $25^1^
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__Mophie Power Station Duo__ What rarer than free, fast Wi-Fi on an airplane? A power outlet. The [Mophie Power Station Duo](http://www.mophie.com/shop/powerstation-duo-smart-phones-tablets) solves that problem for your mobile devices. It'll keep a phone or a tablet alive all the way to Sydney, and it can charge up to two tablets simultaneously with its 6000mAh battery. $100
Cocoon03Cocoon-Grid-it
__Cocoon Grid-It Ultimate Organizer__ A successful traveler is an organized traveler. Tame cables, earbuds, chargers, small gadgets, and more with [Cocoon's Grid-It](http://www.cocooninnovations.com/grid.php). This tool uses stretchy elastic straps to keep gadget accessories from turning into a heinous [rat king](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rat_king_%28folklore%29) at the bottom of your carry-on. $10-$30
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__Verizon Jetpack 4G LTE MHS291L__The whole point of working from a coffee shop is the easy access to free Wi-Fi. But sometimes the Wi-Fi dies, or just plain sucks. In those cases, you'll want one of these mobile hotspots handy. There are many models to choose from, but [this 4G LTE Jetpack from Verizon](http://www.verizonwireless.com/internet-devices/jetpack-4g-lte-mobile-hotspot-mhs291l/) is a great place to start. $50 with 2 year contract.
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__Flight 001 Spacepak__ Remember what we said about being organized? The toiletry-focused [Spacepak](http://www.flight001.com/f1-spacepak-reverse-toiletry.html) beats a quart-size ZipLock in just about every arena. Two large mesh pockets house all your bathroom supplies, and an included hook lets you store it on a doorknob or towel rack when you arrive at your hotel. $42
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__Salewa Ramble__ The Ramble is a [versatile travel shoe](http://www.salewa.us/product/alpine+life-1/men+ramble+gore-tex%C2%AE) with a waterproof suede upper and a Gore-Tex and rubber sole that channels heat and moisture away from the foot. Perfect for mixed-terrain adventures through urban jungles, slippery forest trails, or Portland, Oregon. Comes in men's and women's styles. $150
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__Plantronics Backbeat Pro__ Bose is still the better-known brand for noise-canceling cans, but [Plantronics](http://www.plantronics.com/us/product/backbeat-pro) makes a cheap(er) pair that doesn't skimp on performance. They're wireless—they stream music over Bluetooth where it's allowed—and they can pair over NFC. A superb 24-hour battery means you won't need to charge them for your whole trip. $250
Red Oxx08Red-Oxx-Sky-Train
__Red Oxx Sky Train__ The hybrid [Sky Train](http://www.redoxx.com/Sky-Train/91019/product) morphs from a backpack to a suitcase-style carry-on, making it an excellent bag for frequent business travelers. (It's won a bunch of awards in the category.) There's even a [diagram](http://www.redoxx.com/assets/images/pdf/Bundle-Pack-Skytrain.pdf) for how to pack clothing in its dual inner compartments efficiently without wrinkling those khakis. $255
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__Apple iPad Air 2__ The [best tablet](http://store.apple.com/us/buy-ipad/ipad-air-2) out there is lightweight (just under a pound) and features a long, 10-hour battery life. Bonus: with Apple SIM, you can switch short term carriers and plans depending on what suits your location and needs—but only if you buy [through Apple's site](http://stag4.wired.com/2014/10/apple-sim-carrier-freedom/). Go for the 64GB model. $600
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__Crafty World Deluxe Comfort Master Travel Pillow__ A good neck pillow can make the difference between a restful in-flight snooze and an hour of Yelping for Frankfurt's best chiropractor. Simple and affordable, this [memory foam travel pillow](http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DMPGFSQ?psc=1) has a machine-washable microfiber cover. $25
Eagle Creek11Eagle-Creek-Compression-Sac
__Eagle Creek Pack-It Compression Sac__ For longer stays, you want to stuff your luggage to the bursting point. Compression sacs can help max out that storage capacity. Eagle Creek's Pack-It shrinks things down to 80 percent of their original volume. [This 2-pack](http://shop.eaglecreek.com/packit-compression-sac-set-ml/d/1062) is a great place to start a collection. $18
Toshiba12Toshiba-Chromebook-CB30
__Toshiba Chromebook 2__ A great companion for lightweight, remote work. And since Chromebooks run only cloud-based software and cost just a few hundred bucks, you don't have to coddle them. Toshiba's new [Chromebook](http://www.toshiba.com/us/computers/laptops/chromebook/cb30-2hd) has a 13.3-inch 1080p display and a nine-hour battery. Just keep in mind that it can't do much without a Wi-Fi signal. $330
Ex Officio13Ex-Oficio-Tripr-Shirt
__Ex Officio Trip'R Shirt__ This high-quality, ventilated, quick-drying [shirt](http://www.exofficio.com/products/details/mens-trip'r-long-sleeve-shirt) was designed with travelers in mind. It doesn't need an iron or a trip through the steam cleaner to look good. Ex Officio's breathable, odor-resistant [underwear](http://www.exofficio.com/products/womens/underwear) is great too. $80
Amazon14Purell
__Purell Instant Hand Sanitizer__ Just buy a case of this stuff. Get the TSA-friendly 2-ounce pop-tops. [$3.34 per bottle](http://amzn.com/B0028FMB2K).
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