You're heading out for a weekend trip, and you can't leave your AeroPress behind. Good call. It's practically indestructible—I've tossed mine in a backpack without a case, and it's survived. Light roasts travel well, too, because they're less oily and won't go stale as fast as a dark roast. Pack a hand grinder, and you're set.

One thing I've learned: don't try to replicate your home brew exactly on the road. The water will be different, the grind might be coarser if you're using a travel grinder, and you'll likely have a paper filter instead of metal. That's okay. The AeroPress is forgiving—just adjust your steep time by taste. You'll get a decent cup, and that's better than hotel coffee any day.