I have one for traveling, and now buying a second one for my husband. I like that it lays flat for packing. Using it beside the bed at the hotel ensures that I don't miss any items when I repack. Everything I need is handy, including the hotel card key in an emergency. I also find it useful next to the bed in our camper - my watch, package of Tums, small flash light, etc, are handy without having to crawl over my partner in the middle of the night to search for something.