Real Simple Magazine came up with this great list of favorite things you need for a plane ride - actually this can work for traveling by plane, train, bus or car.

Portable DVD Player
These are great for any kind of travel that you will be doing this holiday season. It will keep the kids entertained for hours.

Lip Balm
My lips get very dry during the winter months and even worse when I’m traveling.

Create your own Travel Care Kit
A sleep mask, earplugs, a mirrored brush, soap petals, a facecloth, a toothbrush, and a deck of cards make a great Travel Care Kit.

Blanket
It can be useful on a flight or in a hotel room.

Headphonesor mp3 player
They help with ear pressure and with noise from the person snoring beside you.

Pillow
Place the Travel Pillow on a tray table, lean forward, and pass out. Many people sleep while they are traveling these days. I know that as soon as I get on a plane I’m out cold until we touch down. You feel so refreshed after the cat nap.