The best travel gear makes your journey a little more comfortable, whether your in your recreational vehicle, a car or an airplane.
We found the gear on this list to have value with all three.
After years of struggling with oversized bags that hold 50 pounds, routinely replacing them when the wheels break, I finally convinced my family to consider a high quality, medium-size bag that holds 35 pounds: the Samsonite Omni. An easy spinner, spacious, it takes a beating in the cargo hold, and the price is right. I can tell you from experience, you don’t miss those extra pounds. You instinctively pack lighter and smarter.
- 24″ SPINNER LUGGAGE maximizes your packing power and is the ideal checked bag for longer trips.Number of wheels:4
- PACKING Dimensions: 24” x 17.5” x 11.5”, Overall Dimensions: 26.5” x 17.75” x 11.75”, Weight: 8.34 lbs.
- 10 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY: Samsonite products are rigorously tested to ensure our products meet stringent standards. This bag comes with a…
I have an older version of this Eddie Bauer backpack, and it has held up famously. It’s my go-to bag for camping, hiking, bike riding and carry-on. There’s room to carry everything you need on the plane: iPad and/or Kindle, water bottle, headphones, collapsible pillow and an overnight change of clothes in case your checked bag doesn’t make it on time.
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Need something a little better for a large laptop? Try this stylish upgrade.
- STYLE & DURABILITY: The Eddie Bauer Bygone 25L Backpack with it’s retro-cool…
- ORGANIZATION: With a spacious top-loading compartment and twin side pockets for…
- COMPUTER PROTECTION: The Eddie Bauer Bygone 25L Backpack comes with a laptop…
A reusable water bottle is a must while riding your bike or an airplane. Fill it up after you pass through TSA.
- Our new Nalgene Sustain product line is made from Tritan Renew, 50% certified recycled content further offsetting the use of fossil fuels…
- This Nalgene water bottle is completely leak proof, made of virtually indestructible BPA-free Tritan, easy to clean and dishwasher safe on…
- For Your Everyday Adventures! Take your Nalgene bottle to the gym, office, camping, exploring and everywhere in between
These inexpensive Sony wired earbuds are perfect for watching in-flight movies. If you have an iPhone or iPad with a lightning port, get this adapter.
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A power bank is absolutely essential while traveling. This one does it all.
- 10K CAPACITY OFFERS EXTRA LONG BATTERY LIFE: With a capacity of 10,000 mAh, this battery pack provides up to 31 hours of additional power…
- INTEGRATED CHARGING CABLES FOR A COMPACT, ALL-IN-ONE DESIGN: With integrated lightning cable and USB-C cable, this 10k mAh portable charger…
- 23W OUTPUT LETS YOU CONVENIENTLY CHARGE 2 DEVICES AT ONCE: This power bank can charge two devices at the same time with up to 23W of total…
In addition to my laptop and iPad, I carry enough to read on this featherweight Kindle for an entire vacation. Several vacations, actually.
- Kindle Paperwhite – Now with a 6.8” display and thinner borders, adjustable warm light, up to 10 weeks of battery life, and 20% faster…
- Purpose-built for reading – With a flush-front design and 300 ppi glare-free display that reads like real paper, even in bright sunlight.
- More books in more places – Store thousands of titles, then take them all with you. A single charge via USB-C last weeks, not hours.
My doctor suggested compression socks to keep blood circulating in my legs while seated in an airline seat or driving long distances. Don’t go crazy. Light compression is just enough for most people.
- Graduated 8-15 mmhg Compression Throughout Leg Improves Circulation to Reduce Leg Fatigue
- Moisture Control Fibers Keeps Feet Dry
- Light Weight Cushioned Leg and Full Cushioned Foot Bed
- This product is accepted by the APMA (American Podiatric Medical Association) for promoting good foot health.
- Great for Travel and Everyday: Designed for those who sit, stand, or travel for long periods of time.
- Soothing and Revitalizing: Designed to deliver a soothing and revitalizing sensation for exceptional support and comfort with an 8-15 mmHg…
Accessories in my travel kit
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- Sufficient Quantity for Family Travel: there are 8 pieces of reusable Silicone suitcase tags, you can use them with your family when…
- Easy to carry: the size of name ID cards is approx. 4.09 x 2.76 x 0.2 inch, which is compact in size and will not occupy much space, and the…
- Soft and Sturdy: silicone luggage tags are made of silicone, which is soft and bendable, not easy to break and reusable, not easy to fade…
Security
Whenever I travel usually have luggage, a stowaway backpack, a tablet, smarphone and a laptop, all of which are deserving of their own tracking device.
If you are already invested in the Apple eco-system, you’ve got a head start because Apple’s Find My app already tracks your Apple devices. Now all you need is an AirTag for luggage and your backpack.
I also use AirTags on my cars, bicycles and travel trailer.
Get the Apple AirTag 4-pack and save money. (Individual AirTags cost $29 each.)
- Keep track of and find your items alongside friends and devices in the Find My app
- Simple one-tap setup instantly connects AirTag with your iPhone or iPad
- Play a sound on the built-in speaker to help find your things, or just ask Siri for help
There are multiple Airtag holders, but these are the ones I use.
- DURABLE AND DEPENDABLE: The Belkin AirTag case’s twist-and-lock design keeps your AirTag safely inside the secure holder, while its strong…
- SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE: Durable AirTag keychain with strap is the perfect way to keep your Apple AirTag safe and secure while on the go….
- [Compatibility] The full coverage secure Leather airtag holder is compatible with Apple AirTag 2021. (Note: Airtag is not included. )
- [Genuine Leather] These Air Tag holders are crafted from real leather, offering enhanced premium quality and durability.
For my bicycle…
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Bob Rountree is a beach bum and camper who has explored Florida for decades. Bob and his wife Kathy live in South Florida and roam the Sunshine State in their RV with kayaks and bicycles on board. A retired news editor for the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Bob co-founded FloridaRambler.com with fellow journalist Bonnie Gross in 2010.
Lisa Chesser
Tuesday 19th of November 2019
If the mosquito repeller works, you are my hero.
Bob Rountree
Tuesday 19th of November 2019
I was a skeptic, but my nephew convinced me to give it a try. Now I'm a fan. My wife is a mosquito magnet, and she says this is the best repellent for her. We've tried everything from citronella and Skin-So-Soft to Deep Woods Off with DEET, but the Thermacell works best. I still keep a small can of DEET handy for aggressive swarms. A quick spray to the ankles usually completes the job.