This post is sponsored by Dramamine and SheKnows Media
When I heard BlogHer 2017 was going to be held in Orlando, it brought enough excitement for me to overcome my social anxiety and buy a ticket as fast as I could pull out my credit card. Spending the weekend learning with some amazing women in the middle of a city that is packed with family fun on every corner has me thrilled! I have been planning since I bought my ticket; which sessions to attend, what outfits to wear, how to get there without getting car sick, and of course, what attractions to visit before and after the conference.
Blogher Packing List
While my suitcase will be packed full of the usual travel must-haves such as cute outfits, swimsuits, makeup, toiletries and some snacks for the hotel room, I also pack a conference tote that doubles as my travel bag.
In my travel/conference tote, these are the must-have items that will get me through the long drive over to Orlando and keep me on the top of my game during the conference.
- Dramamine® Non-Drowsy Naturals: I get motion sickness when I travel. Whether I’m flying, driving, or boating I always get that yucky feeling. And I already know that the drive to Orlando will surely cause me to get car sick along the way. The thought of showing up to the resort, with three children in tow, after having to pull over on the side of a hot and humid Florida highway does not sound like the way I want to start this exciting weekend. However, I also can’t show up feeling groggy and in need of a nap. Luckily Dramamine® introduced me to their first non-drowsy solution to motion sickness, Dramamine® Non-Drowsy Naturals, which have been a game changer when I travel.
- A Neutral colored scarf: my husband likes to crank up the AC in our car making it feel more like we are back in Boston than in Florida. So, I need something to throw on in the car. Hotel conference areas are also cold so I like to have an extra layer available during the day.
- Notebooks and Pens: I am old school when it comes to notes. My heart flutters for a pretty new notebook or finding a pen that writes perfectly.
- Smart Phone: this is a given, right? I can’t imagine a day without my phone as a blogger, but if there is a time you’re going to need it most, I would say it’s at a blogging conference. From taking pictures and posting on social media to following all your new friends, you’ll need your phone constantly.
- Extra Battery: even the latest phone models are unlikely to stay charged all day at a conference and being close to an outlet isn’t always an option so pack an extra power bank. Honestly, I’ve packed two.
- Business Cards: you exchange a lot of business cards at blog conferences. With meeting brand reps at the expo and new bloggers to follow, business cards are being passed out all over the place.
- Energy bars: for when you get a little hungry between meals and don’t feel like going all the way back to your room.
- Gum: you will be eating, drinking, and talking with brands and new friends all day. The easiest way to freshen up your breath quickly is a piece of gum.
- Laptop: I know it is a divided issue on whether you need to bring your laptop to the conference. A lot of bloggers like to take notes on their laptop and have it with them all day. While it’s not a necessity for me inside the conference, I do like to have it while traveling and inside my hotel room so that getting work done is still an option.
- Power strip: you will be in rooms with hundreds of bloggers and only a few outlets. If you think you’ll need to use a wall charger for your laptop or phone, bring a power strip. Also, if you’re sharing your room with other bloggers (or children who have just as many devices as a blogger) A power strip is a necessity. You’ll want to be sure your phone and power banks are fully charged for each morning.
- Camera: at past conferences, I only used my phone for pictures and while phones can take great pictures, they never seem to come out as crisp and bright as when I have my camera. However, lugging a DSLR camera around a conference didn’t seem like fun either; this year I have a mirrorless camera that gives me those crisp images with a quarter of the weight, so it is on my must-pack list.
- Small crossbody bag/wristlet with ID, some cash, and credit cards: At BlogHer, I will be trying to sneak in some pool time with the kids during conference days and exploring more of Orlando after the conference. So having a small bag that I can pull out with all my essentials in it is perfect.
With my tote packed and organized with everything I need, I know I will feel confident throughout the conference. Then when it is time to hit the town with my family, I can throw my phone, gum and Dramamine® Non-Drowsy into my crossbody bag and be ready for all the attractions. I am counting on the leading brand in motion sickness prevention to get me through Orlando, where the city’s Ferris Wheel is 400ft tall and the fastest roller coaster goes 73 mph!
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Natalie
June 12, 2017 at 5:52 pm (1 year ago)When I travel I must bring my laptop computer. I use my computer all the time, even when traveling!
shelly peterson
June 12, 2017 at 8:38 pm (1 year ago)My must have items are snacks, light weight, coat, gum, lotion and chap stick.
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Allison Swain
June 12, 2017 at 9:30 pm (1 year ago)my must have traveling items are water and snacks, and some lip balm.
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Cheryl B
June 12, 2017 at 10:18 pm (1 year ago)I must have my cellphone while traveling.
Kelly D
June 13, 2017 at 1:30 am (1 year ago)My must have item is my ipod.
Steve Weber
June 13, 2017 at 4:13 am (1 year ago)My must travel item is my phone charger.
Lisa Brown
June 13, 2017 at 11:06 am (1 year ago)my must-have travel item are a few books; I will go stir crazy, if I cannot keep my mind on something.
Julie Wood
June 13, 2017 at 12:39 pm (1 year ago)I must have some magazines, water, and headphones with my favorite music.
mami2jcn
June 13, 2017 at 2:42 pm (1 year ago)I take gum on the plane to pop my ears.
Elena
June 13, 2017 at 3:26 pm (1 year ago)Lip balm is my must have item
Madonna
June 13, 2017 at 3:42 pm (1 year ago)Now days my must have item is my kindle fire.
heather
June 13, 2017 at 8:20 pm (1 year ago)When traveling my must have item are hand wipes.
Jessica Todd
June 13, 2017 at 9:22 pm (1 year ago)I like to have a good book for down time when I am travelling.
OFG
June 14, 2017 at 8:25 pm (1 year ago)Tylenol in case I get a headache.
Dana Rodriguez
June 15, 2017 at 5:41 pm (1 year ago)I have to have my laptop when I travel.
Vincent
June 15, 2017 at 11:59 pm (1 year ago)No I will not be attending BlogHer this year.
We’re planning a camping trip, a road trip and some trips to the ballpark.
Sheryl
June 16, 2017 at 9:44 pm (1 year ago)My iPad is a must especially on long cross country flights. Somehow I forgot it on a recent trip 😩
Gina M
June 16, 2017 at 10:55 pm (1 year ago)I have taken Dramamine before to help with motion sickness. I also try a fizzy drink, closing my eyes, and concentrating on something in the distance.
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Madeline
June 16, 2017 at 11:25 pm (1 year ago)When I travel I absolutely must have something to read!
Margaret Smith
June 17, 2017 at 12:50 am (1 year ago)My must haves is water, gum, lip gloss and sunglasses. Thanks so much.
Rachel
June 17, 2017 at 3:02 am (1 year ago)My must have items when traveling is sanitizing wipes, gum, a neck pillow and lip balm.
Jessie C.
June 17, 2017 at 3:55 am (1 year ago)Cashmere wrap is my must have item when traveling.
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latanya
June 17, 2017 at 2:01 pm (1 year ago)my cell phone charger
Jen
June 18, 2017 at 6:29 pm (1 year ago)I have to take my favorite lip balm when I travel.
Susan Smith
June 18, 2017 at 11:59 pm (1 year ago)I like to have a good book when I am travelling.
Mita
June 19, 2017 at 10:14 pm (1 year ago)I like to have a good book to read.
Amy Tong
June 19, 2017 at 10:32 pm (1 year ago)My must have item for travelling is a scarf. Save me a few time on the plane when it was too cold.
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Denise L
June 20, 2017 at 7:16 pm (1 year ago)I always have a water bottle with me when I travel.
rachel
June 21, 2017 at 6:35 pm (1 year ago)I hate being cold so a cardigan! And chocolate for emergencies 😉
Leela
June 25, 2017 at 2:31 am (1 year ago)A few packets of gum.
Vincent
June 29, 2017 at 2:52 am (1 year ago)Gum, mints, water, protein snacks and something to read.
Stephanie Lee
June 29, 2017 at 3:34 pm (1 year ago)I always have dramamine on hand when i travel! Learned that the hard way!
Bianca Etzel Mcneace
June 29, 2017 at 8:56 pm (1 year ago)I ALWAYS keep dramamine on hand too! It’s a life saver!
Theresa Mahoney
June 30, 2017 at 1:36 am (1 year ago)These are all such great suggestions!
Erin L Sellin
June 30, 2017 at 12:44 pm (1 year ago)These are all I needed! Thanks for sharing this!
Dina Boucher Demarest
June 30, 2017 at 2:27 pm (1 year ago)I wanted to go so bad. Maybe next year!
Patty Leonard Woodland
June 30, 2017 at 2:35 pm (1 year ago)Dramamine has always worked for me.
Alison Rost
June 30, 2017 at 8:39 pm (1 year ago)What a wonderful packing list. I hope you had a great time at Blogger!
Cynthia C
July 2, 2017 at 1:41 pm (1 year ago)I must have my phone and my Kindle when I travel.
Erika
July 6, 2017 at 3:52 am (1 year ago)I always need Dramamine when I travel!
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Stefanie G
July 8, 2017 at 10:07 pm (1 year ago)my ipod is my must have when traveling!
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July 12, 2017 at 9:27 am (1 year ago)It is important to prepare for the worst-case scenario and have clean underwear in our carry-ons, in case our suitcase is a few days behind.
Lisa
July 13, 2017 at 12:59 am (1 year ago)My must have item when traveling would be my phone. I don’t really use my phone that much, but I like to have it in case of emergencies. I try to remember to bring my phone charger, as well.
Rosie
July 17, 2017 at 6:10 pm (1 year ago)It used to be my old feather pillow that I had since I was a kid, that I wouldn’t go anywhere without. But it imploded beyond salvaging this year. So, I’m not sure, but I think it will be my favorite shoes I can walk for miles in.
Michael
July 19, 2017 at 6:15 am (1 year ago)I always make sure to bring dramamine when I travel
CR Williams
July 22, 2017 at 12:03 am (1 year ago)My must have items are my phone and laptop.
Jeffrey
July 22, 2017 at 8:25 pm (1 year ago)When traveling I always have to take along reading material. Not only does it help pass the time, but it also makes me calm. When flying, extra patience is always needed!
BIRDIE SKOLFIELD
July 22, 2017 at 11:19 pm (1 year ago)I bring mints it settles the stomach and lavender essential oil to calm my anxious mind
Dawn S
July 23, 2017 at 10:28 pm (1 year ago)My must haves are definitely my cell phone and snacks, lots of snacks!
Madonna
July 24, 2017 at 1:19 pm (1 year ago)My must have item is my Kindle. I can’t travel without something to read.
Heather S
July 29, 2017 at 4:19 pm (1 year ago)My cell phone hands down.
Francine Anchondo
July 31, 2017 at 4:07 pm (1 year ago)I need to have a book.
kjasus
August 1, 2017 at 12:43 pm (1 year ago)i must have my phone while traveling.
Elle
August 14, 2017 at 5:11 pm (1 year ago)My must have item is my camera.
Chrissy
August 16, 2017 at 1:37 am (1 year ago)My must have item when I’m travelling is my Kindle with a bunch of new books! I feel like I can handle any delay or crazy issue as long as I know that I have a good book to help me de-stress!
Gina Blades
August 24, 2017 at 6:06 pm (1 year ago)My must-haves are hand lotion, face cream, magazine or book, iPad with downloaded movies, snacks, headphones, and a sweatshirt.
Emily N.
August 25, 2017 at 12:56 am (1 year ago)My must have item is lip balm!
Kevin E
August 25, 2017 at 11:35 am (1 year ago)I must have my cellphone (and wallet) when traveling!
Rebecca W
August 25, 2017 at 8:05 pm (1 year ago)I like to keep a water bottle with me when I’m traveling! I also try to not forget my cell phone charger so that my battery doesn’t get too low.
Stephanie Phelps
August 27, 2017 at 1:04 am (1 year ago)My must have item when traveling is my pillow!
Barbara Montag
September 4, 2017 at 4:54 am (1 year ago)I have to have my iPad Mini with me when I am traveling.
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Kathy Persons
September 6, 2017 at 1:11 pm (1 year ago)Peppermint patties and some handwork or reading
Ellie Wright
September 6, 2017 at 8:44 pm (1 year ago)My must haves are books and meds. I always take Dramamine when traveling in case of motion sickness.
Susan Christy
September 9, 2017 at 3:48 pm (1 year ago)Besides money (LOL) my MUST HAVE item is my camera.
sarah k
September 9, 2017 at 10:02 pm (1 year ago)I recently got a Kindle Fire and that would be one of the items I would take when traveling.
Thomas Murphy
September 10, 2017 at 5:47 pm (1 year ago)I must have my laptop.
Bert Ruiz
September 11, 2017 at 3:04 am (1 year ago)My must have item when traveling is my phone, so I can take pics, check the weather, look for things to do in the area, etc. – sweepstakes entry
Betty Curran
September 12, 2017 at 6:14 am (1 year ago)I won’t be making it to BlogHer but when I travel I have to bring plenty of reading material. I’m of an age where I’m not permanently attached to my phone, but it’s nice to have it available now that most of the public phones are gone.
Sarah L
September 12, 2017 at 7:17 am (1 year ago)I take a bottle of lavender essential oil with me when I travel. I don’t have a problem with motion sickness so I’ve never tried Dramamine. I’m not a blogger.
Thanks for the contest.
Tina W
September 12, 2017 at 10:14 am (1 year ago)I always travel with the latest issue of the New Yorker, a big box of Hot Tamales and a refillable water bottle.
Jerry Marquardt
September 12, 2017 at 4:43 pm (1 year ago)My must have item when I am traveling is to have my laptop computer and cell phone.
Tammy Shelton
September 12, 2017 at 9:32 pm (1 year ago)I must have my laptop when traveling.
Kim Henrichs
September 12, 2017 at 11:46 pm (1 year ago)My camera is my number one must have item!!