Travel pillows can make the difference between bleary or fresh eyes after a long-haul flight. Check out the happyluxe that has a removable pillowcase to wash, is filled with hypoallergenic polyester faux foam and compresses to easily fit in a carry-on or backpack—just the right size for the kids in the car or on a plane ($39.00).
The Essentia pillow uses a Natural Memory Foam that is made using rubber tree sap—I know sounds weird but there are no lumps and it will cradle and support your neck and shoulders on that interminably long flight. The covering is breathable and removable to wash ($89).