BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Read More

Seven puzzles in and you’ve already landed... 🛬

I am a contributor and former BuzzFeed Shopping writer extraordinaire, as well as a film & TV critic, which is why she loves scouring the interwebs to find the best pop culture knick-knacks to rep your fave fandom.

Promising reviews: "Nostalgia lovers unite! It’s like color by number or paint by number, but with stickers. Cute gift. Super fun." —Buyer

"These were so fun to complete! Excellent for when you want an easy and somewhat mindless craft instead of doomscrolling!" —LegallyAuburn

Each set comes with the holder mount and 20 pre-cut threads in 10 colors as well as access to an online instruction manual for all kinds of different designs.

Promising review: "I bought this for my daughter for a craft night. I made friendship bracelets when I was a kid, but I could not remember how to make them. This helped so much! I had to buy another one for myself so we can work on them at the same time. Love this product!" —hollyhock

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in three colors).

Check out a TikTok of the Reverse Coloring Book in action. 

Each book includes 50 pages of watercolor art for you to add lines, along with suggestions for what to add if you want a jumping off point. Bonus: the pages are perforated so you can easily tear them out and frame them! 

Promising review: "Changed my life. So I get anxious doing the adult coloring books. This was so much fun and made me really think outside of the box. I'm not the best at drawing but I felt like I was when I was a kid doodling in my textbooks in school." —Carley C. 

(Psst — check out these cult-fave black fine-point pens for $8.54 on Amazon for a good doodling option!) 

This book is a kind of DIY memoir — it goes through three phases of "Early," "Middle," and "Later" years, and has 201 different prompts based on your memories, experiences, and views on the world. Prompts include things like what you would have switched careers to midway through if given the chance, or a present you got from your parents that sticks in your memory, or who you think the funniest person in your family is. This also makes for a lovely gift for family members, so you can all preserve each other's memories!

Promising review: "In the middle of a quarantine when time is plentiful, this book provided entertainment for myself and my family. Many memories were relived and it leaves behind a legacy for others. Loved it!!" —Chrissy88

Promising review: "These are seriously the best logic puzzles I've ever done, the clue quality is fantastic. They're not so difficult that I found myself having to erase a bunch of stuff all the time, nor too easy that I was able to finish them quickly or without needing to think for a bit. For me, these are the sweet spot that keeps me engaged; they're so good." —Mark Carroll

Get it from Amazon for $17.70 (also available in spiral-bound).

There are 100 puzzles total, and four different levels: For Elementary puzzles, you need to find the suspect, location, and weapon. For Occult Medium puzzles, the added challenge is that the murderer always lies, and the other suspects tell the truth! For Hard Boiled puzzles, you also need to find motive! And for Impossible puzzles, you have to discover all four elements and deal with the lying witness statement from the murderer. Sounds like fun! Plus, you're also given a logic grid for each puzzle to help you solve it!

Promising review: "The puzzles are a lot of fun but the characters, story lines, and other details take the Murdle experience to another level. I have no idea how the author came up with all of this creativeness! You can Murdle solo or with friends. I look forward to future volumes but this one will keep me busy for awhile!" —Liz Gately

Promising review: "MURDLE is quite possibly the coolest and most fun I have had with logic puzzles in a while. It activates my inner J.B. Fletcher as my mind compiles the clues and sleuths out the answers. The various levels of intrigue allow the amateur sleuth in us all to develop into a top-notch arm-chair detective. I cannot think of a better way to spend a rainy, sunny, and/or any day than with a little crime-solving." —Highly Caffeinated Book Reviewer

Promising review: "This is a great game for kids and adults. We love playing because if one of us cannot figure out the puzzle, normally the whole family comes rushing in to figure out the puzzle first. This is also a great travel game because it is small and an easy way to keep everyone entertained." —Elisa L.

Promising review: "This is exactly what I was looking for! It lays flat to easily complete the word search and not have to fight with the book. There are different types of puzzles, and some have extra secret searches! It’s great for the slow days at work!! I will definitely be buying more of these word searches!" —Roy Y Hahn

Promising review: "Christmas gift for my BFF. She called when she opened it and her husband was putting it together. They loved it." —Nancy

Psssst.... The Libby app (all you need is a library card for access) allows you to borrow from the library and read via your Kindle. It's the way I've been reading most of my books lately. And yes, they have all the bestsellers on there. They even have audiobooks! 

Promising review: "This is probably the best purchase I have ever made. I don’t know why I waited this long. I already have Kindle Unlimited, but with this device, the world is at my fingertips. My eyes don’t hurt, and I can adjust the brightness and font to what I need. At night, I need the bigger font, so that helps so much. It’s lightweight, easy to hold, and the perfect size. I had this with me on my family vacation and I could not put it down. The charge lasts forever. I have only charged this twice. If you love to read and are sensitive to light, this will help. It’s perfect." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $199.99 (available in three colors).

The AirFly Pro comes with a USB-C charging cable, travel pouch, keychain holder, quick start guide, and manual. Twelve South is a small business that has been creating innovative tech accessories since 2009. 

See one TikTok user using it with their AirPod Pros here. 

Promising review: "Last year I splurged on some AirPods Max and for the amount of money I threw down on them, I was determined to get as much use out of them as possible and that included on plane rides. With the AirFly Pro, I can connect my headphones via Bluetooth and use the seat-back screen without having to fiddle with the free wired headphones they hand out that 1.) have horrible sound quality and 2.) don't fit my ears in the slightest. (I swear my ear canals are tiny or something??)" —Chelsea Stuart

Get it from Amazon for $34.97+ (available in four styles and three colors).

Promising review: "I have trichotillomania and really love these little guys. They help refocus my habit, and the pull is very satisfying and realistic. I've had to repurchase already, and I'll reorder more in the future. Can't recommend these enough, as I've been searching for this type of tool for a long time." —Danika Hill

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in nine styles). 

Promising review: "I’ve been wanting a kpop/idol coloring book for a long time. So when I saw there was a KPop Demon Hunters one, I had to grab it. It’s perfect! While the pages are double sided the picture that's on the back is typically just designs/quotes. Must-have for any coloring book fan, adult or kid. It reminds me a bit of the older Jade Summer books before the “cozy and comfy” craze took over." —Epic

You might need this travel set of colored pencils. 

Grab a spiral bound sketchbook to go with it if you want to draw using something you can easily fit on the tiny tray table. 

Promising review: "This is an amazing idea and so fun! The prompts are amazing to unlock a creative block if you feel like drawing but don’t know *what*. It’s also a super fun screen-free activity to do with my 8-year-old — she draws the cards and we each make an illustration, all the while discussing ideas and why they work. I’m buying two more sets for gifts. This is perfect for kids and adults!" —Megan Theile

Promising review: "This has the perfect mix of humor, creativity, and randomness to keep things interesting. The activities are clever and unexpected, definitely not your typical word searches and crossword puzzles. It’s a fun way to unwind and take a break from screens. And the quality of the book is great, with a nice design and plenty of quirky prompts that make you think (or just laugh). If you’re looking for something unique to pass the time or a fun gift for someone who enjoys a little wit and absurdity, this is a great choice! There are many, many 'naughty' words, so definitely keep away from kids." —Lainey

Promising review: "I tried the Patchology On The Fly Travel Facial Kit and it’s a really convenient little skincare set, especially for travel or when you want a quick self-care moment. It comes with a sheet mask, under-eye gels, and a lip mask, so it feels like a mini facial in one kit. The sheet mask made my skin feel hydrated and soft, and it gave my face a nice glow. The under-eye gels were my favorite because they helped with puffiness and made my eyes look more awake. They also have a really nice cooling feeling. The lip mask left my lips feeling smooth and moisturized. I also like that everything is individually packaged, which makes it easy to throw in a bag for a trip. The only downside is that everything is single-use, so it doesn’t last very long. Overall, it’s a great quick skincare pick-me-up and I would definitely use it again." —Solange Lopez

Promising review: "It takes me right back to my childhood, when taking care of my virtual pet was a daily ritual. The design is adorable, with the dreamy pastel colors giving it a fresh, whimsical look while staying true to the classic experience. The simple, familiar gameplay is exactly as I remember it—feeding, playing, and cleaning up after my little creature feels just as rewarding now as it did back then. It’s a perfect blend of nostalgia and fun, and I’m so happy to have this piece of my childhood to share with my child!" —Joey Smith

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 40 colors).

Promising review: "This game is so fun! My husband and I pick one card and if the question is a little more difficult we put it on the fridge and give each other time to answer. Has added a little more genuine conversation into our weeknights raising two girls." —Derrek & Abby

I absolutely love this game! Some category games stop being fun when you run out of categories, but with this game, it's super easy to make up your own so you can keep playing. Yes, you may know a lot about animals, but can you name a forest animal that starts with "L" in under 10 seconds? I ordered this game from Target using their same-day delivery option before heading over to a family barbecue. It was an excellent impulse buy that even the kids enjoyed playing. It's now added to the bring-along pile when we're going to visit friends or family. 

Promising review: "This is amazing for trips. It led to many great family moments in the evenings instead of playing on electronics. Fun for all ages and much easier to travel with over the large full size game. Will definitely be taking this on many more trips as well as just general game night usage at home. Easy to play and understand the object of the game. While semi-fast pace still has the ability to last a decent amount of time for the overall length of the game." —Stephanie Cox

Promising review: "Love these little chargers! They work great, and they’re perfect for when I’m on the plane. I also like the fact that they don’t take up a lot of room in my purse." —HayleyGirlsMom

"This compact charger has become my go-to travel essential. The 5500mAh capacity provides a solid power boost, and the fast USB-C charging is incredibly convenient for keeping my devices topped up throughout the day. The digital display makes it easy to track battery status, and the pocket-sized design means I can slip it anywhere without added bulk. The build quality feels durable, and the compatibility across all my devices is seamless. For the price, this is an excellent investment that I absolutely recommend." —ANJILA SIPAI PRADHAN

Get a set of two from Amazon for $26.94+ (available in three battery sizes and 11 color combinations). 

Promising review: "When flying, I like to have several items accessible so I don’t have to struggle to get them mid-flight. When I’m traveling with someone else, I just say, “Can you hold this for a second.” But when I’m flying solo, this became a game changer. It folds up small in your carryon, and holds drinks, books, my gum, meds….literally holds anything you might need. This is one of my all time best purchases on Amazon. I definitely recommend!" —Becka

* Things That’ll Make Your Next Longggg Trip As Comfortable As Possible

* Products Parents Consider *Lifesavers* For Traveling With Kids

* Things You Can Wear Multiple Ways On Vacation If You’re Tight On Suitcase Space

* Things That Are More Exciting To Do On A Plane Than Stare At The Flight Tracker

* Planning To Travel More This Year? Check Out These 30 Products

Plus, finds from Amazon, Target, and Walmart.

BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way.

Some reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.