Travel is in full swing once again. While your journey might face hiccups galore — think lost luggage, delays and cancellations — your travel gear is the one thing you can and should count on. And if you’re like us, your travel must-haves could use some refreshing.

When investing in new accessories — from luggage and toiletry bags to travel backpacks and packing cubes — consider upgrading to personalized items with a monogram. Not only will the pieces identify their owner without a doubt, but they’ll also keep you super organized and add some swagger to your travel ensemble.

And, trust us, these aren’t your grandma’s monograms. Brands today are answering the call for chic customizations with a swell of options in the form of digital printing, debossing, engraving, embroidery, hand-painted personalization and more — not to mention myriad fun fonts in an array of colors ranging from sunny to subdued. Check out all of our favorite personalized travel accessories.

$65 at Paravel

If you haven’t entered the packing cube game, there’s no time like the present, and Paravel makes some of the best out there. This handsome set of four fits perfectly into the brand’s Aviator Carry-On and will neatly corral all of your stuff, whether you’re packing by item (undergarments, swimwear, shirts and more) or by outfit. The packing cube set starts at $65, but for $25 extra you can add up to a nine-letter monogram that is embroidered directly onto the recycled, water-resistant nylon material. Or, for $45 extra, you can splurge on a painted crest monogram from the brand’s collab with artist Stephanie Fishwick. Paravel is one of our favorite travel brands — check out why here.

$79.99 $63.99 at Personalization Mall

One of Personalization Mall’s top-selling items, this handsome leather toiletry bag has more than 500 positive reviews and a 4.7-star rating. It can be embroidered with a one-, two- or three-letter monogram for free. The toiletry bag has a roomy main compartment for shampoos, toothbrushes and more, not to mention a side pocket for smaller items and a side handle for easy carrying. It’s also available in black leather.

$15 at Etsy

Etsy is a treasure trove of affordable personalized products, and that includes this ultra-handy dry bag. Available in six color combinations, the 9-inch-by-6-inch plastic zippered pouch is perfect for keeping your phone, passport, wallet and other essentials safe during your travel adventures — white water rafting, anyone? With nearly 600 positive Etsy reviews and a 4.9-star rating, the bag is not only a travel essential, but it’s also super cute, thanks to that oversized three-letter monogram (which is free, by …….

Source: https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/travel/personalized-travel-accessories