If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Life Life Strategies Smart Finds A Side Table With a Hidden Serving Tray—and More Clever Items to Simplify Your Life Shop an organization-friendly day tote, sleek and convenient carry-on luggage, and more smart finds. By Hannah Baker Hannah Baker Hannah is the Senior Home Editor at REAL SIMPLE magazine. She's worked in media for over a decade and previously worked at BRIDES magazine, Rachael Ray in Season magazine, and Reveal magazine. Her other bylines include Martha Stewart, Apartment Therapy, Shop TODAY, Better Homes & Gardens, Martha Stewart Weddings, and more. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Published on November 23, 2023 06:02AM EST Photo: Courtesy It's the holiday season! That means you're probably gearing up for travel or hosting—or both—each of which brings its own unique stressors. Lucky for you, we found some products to make your trips and hosting a little easier, plus a few more clever ideas to make this time of year a bit less hectic. 01 of 06 Air Up Water Bottle us.air-up.com View on Air-up.com Are you on team Flavored Water Only? Stop spending money on wasteful cans and bottles of flavored water and try the Air Up water bottle and pods. It allows you to choose between flavored or unflavored water depending on your mood, and best of all, it flavors the water with air alone, using no artificial sweeteners. Price at time of publish: $50 for water bottle and 12 flavor pods 02 of 06 Cross-Body Bag arcteryx.com View on Arcteryx.com A good, old-fashioned fanny pack has it's perks, and this cross-body version melds the best of a small shoulder satchel with a cute waist pack to hold (and organize) the essentials for casual errands and outings. The 1.5 liter pack has a pocket that perfectly fits a phone, and comes in seven colors. Best of all, it's made of 100-percent recycled polyester fabric. Price at time of publish: $40 03 of 06 Cozey Mesa Side Table cozey.com View on Cozey.com Not only is this side table useful and versatile, but it also serves double duty—remove the drawer and use it as a tray! Pop the tray drawer out when guests come over, or keep it out every day if you like the look of an open storage table. Price at time of publish: $220 04 of 06 Bottle Top Drink Protector nightcapit.com View on Nightcapit.com You can never be too careful during nights out with friends, and this useful drink protector is a smart and convenient way to prevent anything dangerous being dropped into your beer when you're not drinking it. Better safe than sorry, always! Plus, it conveniently stops sand and bugs from ruining a good sip and keeps it carbonated for longer Price at time of publish: $9 05 of 06 Convenient Carry-On Luggage monos.com View on Monos.com Dealing with electronics and other travel essentials on the go can be a pain—especially when going through security. Lucky for you, this sleek hard-case, carry-on does the organizational heavy lifting for you, so all you need to do is slide your tech and computer (up to 16 inches) into the front pocket for easiest-ever access. Price at time of publish: $315 06 of 06 The Ultimate Day Tote loandsons.com Buy on Loandsons.com Upgrade your work, gym, or everyday bag with this handy tote featuring a separate bottom compartment for lunches, toiletries, or even an extra pair of shoes. The larger top compartment has a few of handy pockets for phone, wallet, and whatever else you need. Price at time of publish: $200 Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit More Must-Shop Products I’m Fascinated by This Pizza Oven That’s the Size of a Plate and Makes a Personal Pie in 6 Minutes What to Wear to the U.S. Open, According to an Attendee 10 Amazon Comfy Pants That Might Be Better Than Pajamas—All on Sale for Under $50