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7 Handy Travel Gears You Need This 2018
Think of these travel gears as personal investments for 2018 and even beyond!
By: Eunice Sheene Fulgencio | January 09, 2018
New year, new adventures. The year 2018 brings a promise of new challenges to overcome, new people to meet, and new memories to make. Twelve entire months for you to experience the wonderful sceneries that the world has to offer.
The new year can also bring a new set of adventures to embark on: adventures that fill your soul and let you immerse in the beauty of the world. And adventures usually require some gear to make them convenient and memorable. Here are a few of them.
1. For memories: GoPro Hero6
Price range: PhP 25,200 to PhP30,490
GoPros can take pictures and record videos even under extreme conditions.
GoPro’s latest model, the Hero6 Black, delivers improved features from their older models with its 4K60 and 1080p240 video quality, enables slow-motion playback for your videos, can be submerged underwater for as deep as 33 feet, enables voice command, and has the most advanced image stabilization setting yet. It can also be used for rock climbing, kayaking, hiking, and even water rafting.
2. For entertainment: JBL Charge 3 Bluetooth speaker
Price range: PhP 6,499 to PhP6,999
The JBL Charge 3 Bluetooth speaker can be used for up to 20 hours
Bluetooth speakers are not only convenient because of their portability, but are also entertaining and enjoyable. The JBL Charge 3 can operate for as long as 20 hours, is fully-waterproof, and can even be used as an external charger for other devices. It also plays music significantly louder than earlier versions of the model. There are five colors to choose from: black, blue, gray, red, and green.
3. For connectivity: Anker PowerCore 20100 mAh Power Bank
Price range: PhP 2,995
The Anker PowerCore 20100 mAh Power Bank has two ports for charging.
In this day and age, a power bank is a crucial item to have, be it in travel or for everyday use. In case of urgent situations, it’s good to have a charging source wherever you may go. The Anker PowerCore 20100 mAh Power Bank has a capacity of 20,100 mAh (milli-Ampere-hours) and can charge up to six smartphones fully before it runs out of power.
4. For hydration: LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
Price range: approx. Php 999
The LifeStraw Personal Water Filter requires no electrical supply or batteries to work.
When traveling, one of the most important things to remember is not the outfits you’ll wear or, to an extent, not even the places you’ll go to: it’s having clean potable water with you at all times. LifeStraw Personal Water Filter can turn water from natural bodies of water like lakes and streams into safe drinking water. It can also easily be carried along while you are hiking, backpacking, or going camping. It is very lightweight at 57 grams and can filter up to 4,000 liters of water.
5. For organization: Hull & Stern Dry Bag
Price range: PhP360 to PhP900
The Hull & Stern Dry Bag has three sizes and six colors to choose from.
For a reliable storage of clothes and other personal belongings, a dry bag is an ideal item to have when traveling. It is lightweight, waterproof, and easy to carry, making it a travel essential for travel newbies and experts alike. Hull & Stern Dry Bag is made out of water-resistant IPx5 500D tarpaulin, easy to clean and maintain, and is proudly Pinoy-made. It comes in three sizes: 10 liters, 5 liters, and 2 liters; and in six colors: black, blue, green, red, pink, and silver.
6. For comfort (and convenience): Duoyan Hammock + Travel Pillow by Hammock Republic
Price range: PhP1,400
The Duoyan Hammock + Travel Pillow by Hammock Republic is two travel necessities in one.
Cleverly curated into being two travel-necessities rolled into one, the Duoyan Hammock + Travel Pillow by Hammock Republic is both a travel pillow and a hammock at the same time. Fit for long road trips and beach camping, “Duoyan” is a play on the words duo and duyan (hammock). This pillow-hammock creation can carry up to 150 kilograms of weight despite weighing not more than one kilogram itself. The product is also for a good cause because 10% of all the profits go to the mothers who sew the product themselves in Laguna.
7. For efficiency: Bellroy Travel Wallet
Price range: approx. PhP6,000 to PhP6,250
Your important documents also need a durable storage to remain in top condition.
Making sure you’ve brought all of your important documents with you can either make or break your entire trip. The Bellroy Travel Wallet has the functionalities of a wallet and a space where you can store your passports, credit cards, and cash. Made out of premium leather, it is slim enough to be placed anywhere, even in your own back pocket, and is sturdy enough to ensure all your documents won’t get creased.
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For security: Travel Insurance
Smart and safe traveling starts with having travel insurance.
You might think this is just a waste of money, but travel insurance assures you of a worry-free and secure travel. It can be used during medical emergencies and evacuation situations, loss of baggage and personal belongings, a sudden trip cancellation, and even a personal liability. There are many insurance options to choose from depending on the price range and package inclusion, but all have one thing in common: smart and safe travel.
Traveling might be fun and exciting, but making sure you have the right and necessary items with you will make your trip that much more unforgettable and fun. Happy exploring!
What are your absolute travel necessities? We’d love to hear about them in the comments below!
With the exception of the public domain photo for travel insurance, all photos are from the official websites/Facebook pages of the brands.
Prices may change without notice.
About Eunice Sheene Fulgencio
Eunice knew that she’d be writing for the rest of her life from a very young age. Naturally introverted, she is selective with how she uses her time and who she spends it with. Has a penchant for sweet treats, sentimental proses, and online personality quizzes. A true-blue INFJ.
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