Rossen Reports: Testing summer travel products before you buy
Planning your next trip?
With some , we’re showing you some must-haves to ensure your next vacation is stress-free.
Packing cubes
When packing a bag, it's easy to start running out of room very quickly. That's where the packing cubes come in handy. We tried the . They're $48. We ordered them online, and they come in a pack of two. What's great about these is they compress down, so you can save more space in your carry-on. You can also keep your shoes from touching your clothes and your toiletries separate from the rest of your things.
Sound machine
This gadget is a must for new parents. We tried the . The portable, hanging nature of this white noise machine makes it perfect for the parent on a road trip. You can hang it from the car seat to relax a fussy baby on a long trip. You can use it in the hotel room or on the stroller. It also features a variety of different noises from a heartbeat sound to a traditional white noise.
CityPASS
When you download from the App Store, you can save money in so many different vacation destinations. Right now, you can choose from Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, New York City, Philadelphia and more. We tested it with Orlando. It found deals for us at Disney World, Universal, SeaWorld and Legoland. We saved $80 on Disney World tickets just by booking through this app. When you have a family and you can do this for a lot of different things, the money and the savings add up — and it's a free app.
It is important to note that CityPass cannot refund theme park tickets if you have to cancel your trip.
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