You don’t have to be a jet-setter to know that traveling can take its toll on you and your family. To make it easier, here are some of the budget friendly gadgets, accessories and travel fashions that can take you from Toronto to Tokyo with ease.
Electronic Translators
Worth a million dollars if you’re looking for a bathroom and don’t know how to ask in Korean, the Franklin translator starting at just under $25 for the European model (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish) is well worth the cost. If you’re going for a more global voyage choose the $230 version with 12 languages and almost half a million catch phrases and words that are spelled phonetically (using the English alphabet) or “spoken” aloud by a pre-recorded voice.
Sea-Bands
Motion sickness is as much a part of traveling as passports and luggage. There are pills that will soothe your stomach for any trek but if you’re going on a cruise or extended car trip, taking a pill every day might not be the best idea, for yourself or the kids. Instead opt for Sea-Bands, the magnetic wrist bands that actually work at repelling nausea drug free. At under $10, get a set for every member of the family – just in case.
Washable Travel Markers
Save your sanity and keep the little ones occupied in flight and everywhere else, with the Washable Travel Markers from TravelSmith. Handy to bring along in the suede pouch, just unroll, add paper and let their creativity reign.
Hidden Travel Pouch
There are few things worse than having all your belongings stolen in a foreign country. Avoid the stress and keep all your money, credit cards and passport on you at all times, discreetly tucked away under your clothes, where thieves have no access. The Pacsafe PouchSafe Travel Organizer 200 from TravelSmith will keep your belongings secure while you enjoy your vacation.
Travel Socks
A necessity for all flight travel, Travel Socks reduce the risk of blood clots and keep your feet warm on extended trips. Bring an extra pair for use in your hotel to replace slippers.
Travel Blanket and Pillow
Having your own blanket and pillow can be a saving grace if you’re stuck at the airport in a flight delay and great for avoiding germs onboard. Kids and adults want to cuddle up with something warm and fuzzy so bring your own to make for a comfortable trip.
Sandals with Hidden Compartment
Anyone who has been on a beach vacation knows that finding smart ways to hide your room key and money inside a bikini can be tricky. No longer will you have to wrap your towel around your belongings with the Reef hidden compartment sandals. Inside the beach-ready sandals is a compartment big enough for keys and some cash. Just remember to open and close discreetly and no one but you will know why you love your shoes.
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