Let me start this off with a bit of honesty: I’m not the biggest fan of traveling. Not only does it usually take a while, but you really start to miss the creature comforts of your home. Who can say that they don’t miss their morning dose of television accompanied with a warm brew of coffee? I know I can’t.
Thankfully, not all is lost thanks to technology. You can make the ride a little less uncomfortable by listening to some of your favorite tunes, or keep your ride nice and clean with something like a nice miniature vacuum cleaner. To help with finding the right items for you, I’ve compiled a list of 22 highly-rated travel gadgets that’ll make your trip much more comfortable. I’ve found things like a pair of wireless earphones that’ll provide you with the tunes you love, and a portable charger to keep your devices full on power.
Tune in on Your Favorite Tunes
There’s no such thing as a fun long distance trip without some good music. In fact, I would go as far as to say it’s nigh impossible for a trip to be fun without it. Whenever I go out for a long drive, I always make sure to have a few tunes ready to be played on the road. This portable speaker is great for queueing up your favorite songs, especially since it’s Bluetooth compatible. It’s a travel gadget that helps keep the good times rolling.
Sleep Like a Baby With This
If I’m not driving, you’ll be sure to find me snoozing away the long trip. I’m not very keen on the idea of being awake for the entire thing. But if you’re in a bumpy car or uncomfortable plane seat, then you might have a bit of trouble falling into that sweet deep sleep. Thankfully, there are products like this white noise machine that make it much easier to do so. It comes with a variety of different sounds that can be played, all at varying volumes.
No More Distractions When You Have One of These
If you’re in charge of the wheel, you better make sure your eyes stay on the road. That said, it can be a bit difficult keeping yourself entertained when all you have to look at is several miles of asphalt roads. Having this adjustable car phone holder makes it easy to keep your phone out of your hands, while still listening to your favorite songs, podcasts, or simply getting directions.
Keep Your Coffee Luxurious
If you plan to be on the road for longer than a day, you’re going to need some energy. That said, some bland coffee doesn’t exactly cut it when you’ve already been deprived of enough stimuli throughout the day. This premium milk frother will add that stimulation you need to keep that travel trip hype going. It’s a travel gadget that’ll make you feel like a barista on the road.
Never Miss a Spot With This Electric Toothbrush
Out of all the travel gadgets on this list, this would be the one I would most recommend. After all, no one likes having a stinky breath for extended periods of time. This electric toothbrush is a great piece of travel tech to have when you’re out on the road. It has a battery that can last up to 180 days, and even have 5 high-performance modes, ensuring every nook and cranny of your teeth will be clean.
Loosen Up With a Relaxing Massage
I know that feeling of getting up after a long drive only to find out that every joint in your body has become stiff and store. Limbering up afterwards can be pretty hard, especially when your free time doesn’t last long. This massage gun will help alleviate those problems. It comes with 6 different speeds, built to provide a deep tissue massage that’ll get rid of that stiffness on the road.
Never Look Track of Your Phone With This Lanyard
Whether you’re traveling by plane or car, you’ll need to keep your phone close at hand regardless. This is especially true nowadays, as phone have become much more integral to our daily lives than they were before. This phone lanyard will keep your phone close, ensuring that you never lose and can always have it in your hands as soon as you need it.
Keep the Family Fully Charged
Whether it be a phone, tablet, or even a gaming console, people will eventually pull out their devices to burn time. But with great entertainment, comes great power consumption. That’s why having one of these charging stations is very important to keeping the family fully charged.
Listen Wirelessly to Your Favorite Songs
If you’re going to make it through a long and tedious trip, you’re going to need some entertainment along the way. That can be a bit difficult when the sounds of a bustling airport or particularly loud car ride get in the way. These wireless earbuds make it easy to tune in and focus on your favorite entertainment, while also tuning out anything that would be less than ideal.
Stay Looking Stylish With This LED Mirror
Let’s be honest, car mirrors aren’t exactly the most comfortable to use when it comes to maintaining your appearance. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve tried to fix my hair in one only to look like a wild animal after I’m done. This LED travel mirror is great for helping maintain your look without sacrificing things like good angles and lighting.
Bring the Power Wherever You Go
Charging your phone might not always be an option when you’re on the go. There might not be any suitable outlets, or maybe you don’t sit long enough in one spot to get the power you need. Thankfully, this portable power bank will have your power needs covered. Not only does it charge your phone quickly, but it displayed the amount of power the item has left, so you’re never left wondering how much juice you have to spare.
Never Lose Light With This
If you’ve been on more than a few road trips, then you might be accustomed to the vehicular hardships that come along with it. I remember when I went on a road trip with my parents to Louisiana as a kid, and how our car ended up breaking down halfway there. Needless to say, having one of these solar lanterns would have been very helpful. Not only does it keep you lit in those dark times, but it even has a slot for a phone charger.
This Repellent Keep Mosquitos at Bay
This item is the realization of my vendetta against mosquitos. Since I live in the south, I’m pretty used to them, but that doesn’t make me hate them any less. If you plan on making any stops in the outdoors, having this mosquito repellent lantern will keep you bite free for hours. I’d almost go as far to call this travel gadget a must.
Get Rid of the Tiniest Crumbs
Whether it’s by car, plane, or even boat, messes are bound to happen. And in those situations, I can’t imagine someone having access to a full-size vacuum. So I think it’s safe to say that having one of these hand-size vacuums is integral to a fun and clean trip. It comes with a variety of attachments and modes that’ll help any mess disappear.
Adapt to Wherever You Are
If you plan on traveling light, then having a variety of adapters can sometimes get in the way of that. Fortunately, this travel gadget will keep your load light and your devices charged up. This universal adapter has outlets for every occasion, and every country imaginable as well.
Charge Up in the Car With This
No, this isn’t what you think it is, and let’s not talk about it’s shape either. Instead, lets talk about how this car charger adapter can charge your devices incredibly fast, while also being compatible for both Android and iOS devices. Not only that, but it charges your phone with more watts than the average car charger adapter as well.
Stay Looking Fresh No Matter Where You Are
Let’s be honest, if you’re going to be on the road for any amount of time, you’re going to start looking a little less than desirable. I know my hair tends to frizz quite a bit when I haven’t had my time to take care of myself. So having one of these travel mirrors is great for taking care of your looks on the road. Not only does it come with LEDs to light up your best angles, but the ability to fold makes it incredibly easy to store.
Keep Your Kids Quiet With These
If there’s anything that makes a long trip undesirable, it’s taking kids along with you. Kids, by nature, are pretty restless, which greatly contrasts with the tendency for long trips to be pretty sedentary. Having these children’s headphones are great for keeping those kids in place and distracted while you make your way to your destination.
Maintain Privacy on the Road
I love bringing my laptop wherever I go. It allows me to work on any projects I have, both personal and for work. That said, having a computer in a public place can get pretty distracting when you notice people peeking at your screen. Having one of these privacy screen protectors fixes that issue, as it makes it difficult for anyone but you to see what’s on your screen.
Keep Your Screens Spotless
If you’re going to take any devices with you, then you’re likely going to end up with smudged screens along the way. And let’s be honest here, our shirts tend to do more smudging than anything else. I know that from experience with my glasses. These microfiber cloths were crafted for those types of surfaces, sweeping away any dirt and grime without leaving any scratches.
Keep the Music Rolling
Sitting in place while a vehicle takes you from point A to point B isn’t exactly the most fun experience in the world. That coupled with the fact that you get no alone time can make it seem like an exhausting experience. Having a travel gadget like these wired earphones can help you relax by letting you play your favorite music without interruption. It also comes with a charger port, letting you plug into iOS devices that might lack a headphone jack.
Keep Luggage Light With These
If you’re going to travel, it’s best to stay organized and make sure that you know exactly where everything is. Having one of these phone wallets lets you store both your phone and your credit cards and cash all in the same place. Not only does it keep you organize, but it adds a bit of fashionable flare to your devices.