Tickets are booked, luggage is all set, but choosing the right essentials has nearly exhausted you. Planning a weekend getaway and unsure of what to pack? There are many travel essentials that slip our minds at the last minute, which can cause serious inconvenience later. Whether it’s finding reliable Wi-Fi or dealing with different power outlets, the challenges along the way are endless. Worry not, here’s a quick guide to travel essentials to make your journey comfortable and peaceful.
Travel-Friendly Adapter
Be it for GPS tracking, cab booking, or simply for entertainment, smartphones become our lifeline while travelling. If you’re packing for an international trip but only have a local charger, it’s best to consider a compact international travel adaptor instead, preferably that has at least two charging ports to allow for multi-charging. GaN powered international adaptors are excellent options as they’re both handy and efficient.
Powerstrip
Many of us work during vacations, so carrying laptops and cameras goes hand in hand. Additionally, we tend to bring headphones, portable juicers, and Kindles for our comfort. Travelling with a variety of electronic devices requires charging them responsibly, and a travel power strip is an essential companion for the same. Most hotel rooms don’t have enough outlets to accommodate all your gadgets but a compact power strip lets you charge multiple devices at once through a single socket.
Hoodie
If you’re not a big fan of air-conditioned environments, you might want to throw in a hoodie during your travels. It’ll help you keep warm during chilly hours, plus it’s super-easy to take off for when you’re feeling hot or humid. Instead of relying on blankets and worrying about the extra baggage, you can simply hang a hoodie from your waist and be ready to go.
Powerbank
Powerbanks are all the hype nowadays, primarily for their portability and ease of use. Also called ‘portable chargers’, power banks are a must-have for keeping your devices charged while travelling. Those with a high battery capacity (measured in mAh) can fully charge your phone multiple times and are super convenient for long journeys. You can also opt for powerbanks that have built-in cables like Ambrane’s MiniCharge20, or choose wireless charging with Qi-compatible models. Some popular wireless powerbanks are Aerosync 65, which can charge your Qi-compatible devices, Type-C laptops and also offers a built-in cable.
Reusable Water Bottle
When we travel, we often avoid keeping a reusable water bottle to save space. However, dependency on plastic water bottles ends up increasing plastic waste in the environment. Moreover, it’s harmful to consume water or food in plastic containers. We can, at the very least, cut down our plastic consumption during travelling. Keeping a reusable water bottle can prove handy in areas where there’s availability of fresh drinkable water.
Conclusion:
By planning ahead and including these must-haves, you can focus on enjoying your trip without the stress of missing out on important items. So, the next time you hop on a journey, which travel essential will you be adding to your bag?
