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A cramped seat and stale airport water make travel harder. Consumer Reports staffers shared the gear that eases a long trip

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A cramped middle seat, a snoring seatmate or a lukewarm airport coffee can make a long trip feel even longer. A few small items can make the difference between arriving exhausted and arriving ready to go, and CR staffers have their own tested favorites for getting through a flight.

Consumer Reports staffers shared four comfort items they personally rely on while traveling, so travelers can build a kit that actually makes the trip easier.