As we shake off the dust of the past year, many of us are hoping to kick off 2013 with a memorable stay in luxury vacation rentals at exotic locales across the globe. Yet, whether you're heading to Acapulco for a leisurely Mexican escape or have your heart set on one of the luxurious Hawaii villas on the island of Oahu, you'll certainly want to prepare for the trip with a few of the latest and greatest travel gadgets for a luxurious getaway.

For the Flight
Even in first class, an airplane can be a loud place, and if you'd like to begin your relaxation experience on the flight, you'll definitely want to invest in a pair of noise-canceling headphones. Manufacturers like Sony and Bose produce high-quality headphones that cancel out roughly 99 percent of the ambient – and not so ambient – noises that fill the air during a long flight. With the growing popularity of these gadgets, many more fashionable makers such as Prada and Gucci have released their own headphones, so you can stay stylish while you enjoy your in-flight entertainment.

For the Beach
The beach is a great place to see and be seen, so it is definitely the place to don a stylish pair of sunglasses. Whether you prefer the round-eyed look that hearkens back to Audrey Hepburn or the more modern wayfarers favored by Reese Witherspoon, a stylish pair of shades is all the rage on beaches in the U.S. and abroad. Complete your look with a silky shawl that will keep you comfortable in the warm weather of the day or the cool ocean breezes that come at night.

For Your Travels
Though most of us head to vacation villas to kick back and enjoy all the amenities afforded by these luxurious accommodations, others prefer to see the sires of their temporary home, and if those plans include driving, then you may want to invest in a GPS. Most rental car companies will give you the option of renting one of these useful tools when you pick up your car, but it's just as useful to purchase your own. Manufacturers such as Nuvi and Tom Tom offer a wealth of choices that can get you where you need to be safely and swiftly.

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