Travel Essentials You Didn't Know You Needed

It is a new year. Maybe you have decided to travel more this year. Travelling has never been easier. With useful products like packing cubes, laundry bags and mobile hotspots make travelling a lot more comfortable.

Essentials for Safe Travels

Pacsafe Travelsafe 5L GII Portable Safe

This tiny portable purse makes it possible to lock your expensive valuables to items such as to a pole or the bed at the hostel. This is very handy if you want to be able to swim at a crowded beach without worrying about your phone and money being stolen.

Slotra Water Resistant Laptop Backpack Anti-theft

This is the perfect laptop-backpack for travellers. It is water resistant and anti-theft with anti stabbing effect and multiple pockets inside for phone and money. This is an essential if you are travelling in crowded places with your laptop or camera to protect your valuables without drawing attention to you because you are holding on to your bag.

Master Lock 4401EURDLH Connected Padlock

This padlock is connected to Bluetooth and you don’t have to worry about lost keys or forgotten combinations. Master Lock 4401EURDLH is connected to your smartphone and can be easily shared with other users.

goTenna - text & GPS on your phone

Gotenna is an essential travel item and will make you feel a lot safer. It gives you the opportunity to use GPS and text when it matters the most. It is like a walkie-talkie where you can even send private 1-to-1 & group chats or broadcast to all users nearby. It includes a free goTenna app includes free, detailed offline maps for any region in the world.

Twilight Hills Infinity Scarf with Zippered Secret Pocket

This fashionable zippered scarf is perfect for travellers who don’t want to carry a Neck Stash around your neck for your valuables like passport and credit cards.

DailyShoes Women's Military Ankle Lace Up Buckle Combat Boots Mid Knee High Exclusive Credit Card Pocket Booties

These boots are so handy if you are afraid of your credit cards and other valuables getting stolen, or if you simply don’t want to carry a purse. Daily Shoes offers many different types of shoes with those pockets. Click this link for more.

 
 

Capturing The Travel Memories

Polaroid Snap Instant Digital Camera

This is the hottest of the hottest you can give to your travel-loving friend this Christmas. Nothing is cooler than having an instant Polaroid camera this small in 2017!

Polaroid ZIP Mobile Printer w/ZINK Zero Ink Printing Technology

Polaroid ZIP Mobile Printer w/ZINK Zero Ink Printing Technology  Is amazing for Instagrammers that want a hard copy of your travel photos! Photos from this is a perfect gift to give your Couchsurfing hosts as well!

Rabing Mini Foldable RC Drone FPV VR

Almost everyone is having a drone nowadays. This super cheap selfie drone is perfect for travellers and as a first drone. Rabind drone is the best and cheapest selfie drone on Amazon. It is small and can fit in your pocket. It links to wifi and it is easy to use.It is very affordable and definitely worth the price.

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Full Frame Digital SLR Camera Body

This is a must-have for travel photographers who want professional looking photos. Canon EOS 5D Mark IV has a 30.4 MP full-frame sensor and can shoot up to 7 frames per second. The ISO range is at 100-32000 with 50-102400 expansion. The camera can also film 4K video recording at 30p or 24p and in-camera.

GoPro HERO6 Black

The Go Pro 6 is the newest GoPro. It is also the best of all of the GoPros.  The photos automatically upload to the QuikStory app.  You can film and take photos as deep as 30 meters underwater and this one you can go down 10 meters without housing! The Go Pro 6 has an updated UI, the 2-inch display makes it easy to frame shots, change settings and playback footage.

Fujifilm X-T1 Weather Resistant Digital Camera & 18-55mm XF Lens with 64GB Card + Case + Battery & Charger + Tripod + Tele/Wide Lens Kit

This weather resistant camera is perfect for trips around the world. It is smaller than a DSLR camera and so handy for travelling without carrying a heavy camera bag, this camera is a lifesaver!

 

Don’t do the mistake by not bringing an adapter. Not every country in the world uses the same plugs as your home country. This world travel adapter is all in one where you have plugs for the UK, Australia and The US. The adapter comes with a dual USB charger.

EnergyFlux Ellipse Rechargeable Hand Warmer 5200mAh

If you have lived in a place with cold weather, you would wish you had something like this. If you are camping in Scandinavia to see the Northern Lights you don’t want to go inside to warm your hands. That is why it is so handy to have a portable hand-warmer.

USB Type-C, Anker Premium 5-Port 60W USB Wall Charger PowerPort+ 5 USB-C with Power Delivery

As a traveller this is exactly what you need. To be able to charge many things at the same time. In four ports, Anker’s exclusive PowerIQ and VoltageBoost technologies provide the fastest possible charge for any phone or tablet, up to 2.4A per port.* That means even if your device doesn’t have USB-C, you can still give it a high-speed charge without worrying about overheating.

Anker PowerCore 10000

One of the Smallest and Lightest 10000mAh External Batteries, Ultra-Compact, High-speed Charging Technology Power Banks. If you don’t need to charge your laptop and other devices at the same time this is handy for backpackers because of the size. It has High-speed-Charging Technology: Anker’s exclusive PowerIQ and VoltageBoost combine to deliver the fastest possible charge for any device. Click the link to see what devices it works on.

Skyroam Mobile Hotspot: Global WiFi

A Skyroam is a MUST for travellers. The Skyroam is a personal WiFi hotspot to get fast, secure mobile data around the world at top destinations in Europe, North and South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. It is possible to connect up to 5 devices and you pay as you go. A SIM is not needed. you simply just press start and you are free to surf the internet. You can buy packages as little as $8 for 24-hour global day passes with unlimited data.

Sony SRSX11 Ultra-Portable Bluetooth Speaker

If you are a music lover and a travel lover, this is what you need. This funky Bluetooth speaker can give you up to 12 hours of battery life with a single charge. It has a size-defying sound with 10 Watts of digital amplification, Single speaker w/dual passive radiators for big sound, Speaker Add function (Stereo or Double Modes), Bluetooth audio streaming with SBC support.

Comfortable Travels Essentials

Chin Supporting Travel Pillow

This travel pillow is a lifesaver on long-haul flights. The blow-up travel pillows are hard to rest your neck on unless you have a window seat. Switch to chin support and you will never go back.

Luxury Patented Sleep Mask, Nidra® Deep Rest Eye Mask with Contoured Shape and Adjustable Head Strap

Don’t you think it is annoying when you are trying to sleep on the plane and it is always someone having the reading light on next to you or when someone watches videos? The Luxury Patented Sleep Mask, Nidra Deep Rest Eye Mask has a contoured shape and adjustable head strap. This is so much better than the ones you get handed out and the light is not really blocked on the sides.

Sockwell Women's Elevation Firm Graduated Compression Socks

These compression socks are essential for long-haul flights. Sitting for a long time can make your legs swell. That is scary and very uncomfortable. The Sockwell compression socks are incredibly comfortable and promote circulation to your legs. The socks have arch support and non-abrasive seamless toe closure with reinforced toe and heel box that helps keeping the sock in place throughout the day.

Luiswell Soft Silicon Flight Travel Ear Plugs

These travel plugs are made specifically for in-flight pressure. It will help against the pain and the noise of the plane. A must-have for people that travel by plane and struggle with the ear pain.

Repel Windproof Travel Umbrella with Teflon Coating

There are many places around the world where it rains a lot and being windy at the same time. Most of us have experienced breaking a cheap umbrella because of the wind. Repel umbrella is windproof and is super light and compact. Perfect for travelling.

Trtl Pillow - Scientifically Proven Super Soft Neck Support Travel Pillow – Machine Washable Grey

Trtl Pillow is a scientifically proven super soft neck support travel pillow and it is so much more travel-friendly than other travel pillows that are big and you need to carry around with your hand luggage. The Trtl pillow is easily foldable and so comfortable to use.

 

Travel Essentials for Camping and Hiking

Scrubba Portable Laundry System Wash Bag, Light Green

Scrubba portable laundry system is a must have for long-term travellers and backpackers staying in hostels or in a tent. This washing bag makes it easier to wash your clothes and there is no washing machine or sink available.

Foldable Nylon Rated 20L Lightweight Waterproof Small Camping Backpack

How many times have you got your stuff wet because of rain? This bag is incredibly comfy, lightweight and best for all waterproof! Perfect for a day trip or a city walk.

Nomader BPA Free Collapsible Sports Water Bottle - Foldable with Reusable Leak Proof Twist Cap

I strongly recommend this reusable water bottle. It will save you money and the environment where you would not need to buy tons of plastic bottles that you will not use again.

Hammock for Camping - Single & Double Hammocks

These hammocks are my favourite, you can choose from so many colours. The hammocks are top rated best quality gear for the outdoors backpacking survival. The hammocks from Wise Owl Outfitters are made of high-quality heavy-duty 210T parachute nylon (the same kind skydivers use!) 

Osprey Packs Women's Skimmer 16 Hydration Pack

If you are doing the Inca trail or climbing Kilimanjaro you would regret not having a hydration pack. When you constantly need to take off your bag to find your water bottle is just annoying. This hydration backpack makes it so easy to drink using a hydration reservoirs.

Repel Lemon Eucalyptus Natural Insect Repellent, 4-Ounce Pump Spray

This natural insect repellent is perfect for campers and travellers in general. It is a great option if you also care about the environment and want to avoid spraying toxins around you.

LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness

This is essential if you are going on long-term hiking and camping or in an area of a natural disaster. It is also a great gift for people living in a disaster area such as Syria or an area with no proper clean water. There are no batteries to replace and no moving parts to wear out. Also perfect for a vehicle or home emergency kit.

Microfiber Travel Towel by ECOdept - Large 52" x 32" with Free Hand Towel & Sports

This towel is ideal for campers and travellers in general. It dries quickly where you don’t have to go to a laundry to dry it when you are travelling.

Kari Traa Rose Half-Zip Top Women's

Kari Traa Rose Half-Zip  Women’s Top is made by a Norwegian skier. It is essential if you are going skiing in cold weather or generally going to be active in cold weather. It is made of merino wool which will keep you warm but not cold because of sweating.

 

Packing Essentials

The Smart Luggage Tracker. It embeds RFID/NFC/Bluetooth technology

This smart locker allows you to make your luggage identifiable to all airlines with our unique partnerships with Lost and Found services.

6 Set Packing Cubes, 3 Various Sizes Travel Luggage Packing Organizers (Pink)

Packing cubes are essential. You want to separate your wet clothes and the dirty. Packing cubes also make it easier to find your clothes instead of taking everything out of the suitcase.

Prospector Co Compressed Towel Tablets (pack of 6) by Prospector Co

These compressed towel pills are perfect for travelling. They are made of cotton fibre compressed pills and decompress with water and expand to a dish towel size rag for convenient personal care when you don’t have the conveniences of home.

Vibeke Johannessen

My name is Vibeke. A travel blogger and a photographer from Norway. I am posting about my journey around the world as well as my experiences living in Ecuador.

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