Essentials: Three travel neck pillows that pack small
U-shaped memory foam travel pillows hang around many a carry-on bag, but do you really like dragging those around?
[...] they push your head uncomfortably forward when you try to lean back, leaving some travelers with more neck pain then they may have started out with.
Sea to Summit Aeros Premium Traveler Pillow
The inflatable pillow packed into its carrying case takes up much less space in your carry-on.
When the airplane cabin is dead silent and you’re blowing up your neck pillow, you may feel as if you’re making a lot of noise (but you really aren’t).
Sea to Summit Aeros Premium Travel Pillow, $42.95 from www.backcountry.com
The material and added air-circulation vents keep your neck cooler than memory foam does, and the magnetic clasp helps secure the pillow around your neck while you’re sleeping.
The peanut shape offers support around the sides of your neck, and the silicone strips on the back keep it from slipping around.
Vitals: REI Co-op Self-Inflating Travel Pillow, $19.50 from www.rei.com