Abstract: A travel pillow is disclosed, having a compact size and a U-shape for cradling the head and neck of a user while sitting in repose in a high backed chair or seat. The travel pillow comprises a casing stuffed with a fill material, and an opening in the casing allowing the user to add or remove fill material in order to adjust the firmness of the pillow. The fill material is biologically inert and the travel pillow is completely washable. The pillow's casing is constructed of two similarly sized fabric members, one of which has the opening in it. When filled, the travel pillow has a substantially uniform cross section through most of the pillow's U-shape.