Are you looking for some clever items that can be useful as you return to travel?
Well in this video, I’m going to be highlighting some of my
favorite travel accessories in a variety of categories.
Hey everyone, this is Kyle from Money@30 and on this channel we look at personal
finance from a Millennial perspective, including travel tip videos like this one.
With the summer season upon us and demand for travel continuing to increase,
I’ve been thinking a lot about some of the items that have become key for me as I’m packing. This
led me to a list of items for everyday travelers, creators, and beyond. So, without further ado,
let’s take a look at a few travel accessories I personally use and why I love each of them.
The first item on my list is one I got fairly recently and
that’s this InCharge cable from Rolling Square
At CES earlier this year, I was introduced to a company called Rolling Square and later
ordered a few of their inCharge cables. What’s cool about these cables is that they offer a
variety of connection types all in one, including two USB-C, a USB A, and a Lightning connection.
What’s even cooler is that, magically, the lightning doubles as a micro USB.
Personally, I now travel with the niCharge X and the InCharge X Max.
and while limiting the number of cables I carry isn’t saving me a ton of luggage space, there’s
a nice piece of mind knowing that I’ll be able to connect nearly all of my devices without issue.
Speaking of power, if you’re traveling internationally,
it may be worth considering the difference between a power converter and a regular power adapter
If you’ve ever traveled overseas, you’re probably familiar with universal power
adapters that look a lot like this. However, while these work fine for most of my needs,
I did find that I hated to the feeling of the extra power I’d notice while using my plugged-in
laptop in countries where the voltage was higher. That’s why I eventually decided to try a power
converter, landing on the FOVAL]. While this particular device still isn’t recommended for
items such as hair dryers or electric kettles, anecdotally, i do feel as though it cuts down
on that uncomfortable extra power I feel from my computer. Plus, with the 4 USB plugs on the side,
it doubles as a nice power hub for the rest of my devices. So while it’s not exactly essential,
it may be worth looking into a power converter if you’re encountered the same experience I have.
Next, as you’ve probably heard plenty of times,
packing cubes can be a handy way to keep organized on your travels
For years, I’ve seen travel blog and vlogs sing the praises of packing cubes, yet it
was only recently that i purchased some for myself. Since it was our first go-round,
we started with a few compression cubes alameda which work pretty well for the price. However,
to truly help keep my organzied when living out of a suitcase,
I’ve become a fan of this [tripped] cube which not only has compression but also has two different
sides, allowing you to separate your clear items from dirty ones. Keep in mind that,
while packing cubes might save you a bit of room, they won’t make your items magically weight less,
so be mindful of that. Still, when it comes to organziation, I think they’re definitely a win.
Turning to a pair of accessories for creators,
I wanted to shout out one tool I’m using right now: the Deity Mini Video Microphone
When I’m making videos at home, I have a whole microphone set up that,
while technically portable, does take up a lot of room and can raise some eyebrows at TSA.
That’s why I decided to try to Deither mini video mic in a bid to improve from
the onboard audio of my camera while still packing light. So how does it compare? Let’s
cut back to me at home and back when i had blue hair for a head to head matchup.
Overall, while it might not have the same richness i appreciate in my normal mic set up,
considering the size difference, I think it’s the perfect middle ground for createos on the go.
If you’re shooting video or taking photos on the road,
then a clip-on ring light like this Mickey one I have can come in handy
Another less than portable part of my video set up involves lighting. And while I’m not too much
of a stickler, there’s no denying that some of the light offered in hotel rooms is definitely
not ideal. In these case, I’ve found that having a small LED ring light can make a huge difference,
whether im shooting video or even taking stills. Incidentally, being Disney fans, we happed to come
across these mickey shaped ones, but you can find many similar and non-mouse shaped ones on amazon.
With the clip design make it easy to attach to a laptop, phone, or elsewhere, I’d definitely
recommend picking one up and throwing it in your bag for when you might need it.
Finally, while they may be pricey and a bit niche,
I have to say that my Bose Sleepbuds have become a travel essential for me
I’ll admit that I’m someone who’s occasionally tried to sleep with earbuds in either because of
noisy neighbors or passing storms. That’s why I was excited to discover the Bose Sleepbuds which
are better fit for the job. First, it should be noted that Sleepbuds cannot play any music,
podcast, or any other personal audio and instead are only compatible with some white
noises found in the Bose Sleepbuds app. What’s cool though is how remarkably small they are,
allowing you to place them in your ear and lay your head on a pillow without issue. Personally,
I’ve been amazed at how comfortable they are and how effective they are for drowning out
road noise or a loud hallway, making them essentially for hotel stays. That said,
they don’t have active noise canceling - just sound masking - so they may not be as
useful on planes. The other major downside is that they do cost $250. But while I know they
might be a hard sell, they are one travel accessory I’m now always sure to pack.
Hopefully you’ve found some useful items from this list, but for more on the topic,
I’ll have links to some of my full written reviews in the description box down below
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