Showing posts with label Travel gear. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Travel gear. Show all posts

11 July 2023

TRAVEL DEALS GIFT IDEAS

 

Travel Deals and Gift Ideas

AMAZON PRIME SALE

JULY 11-12 2023

Rated 4 stars and above


Samsonite Ascella 

Soft luggage









Trekking Poles- Collapsible






Works with a phone






This jacket is not on sale but I really like it.




18 April 2023

Best Personal Bag item

 

 
I got this travel bag on  AMAZON  to replace my old one, which lasted some 25 years!

I read the reviews on this and other bags and returned a couple. This one is rated 4.5 stars and has 523 ratings as of today. There are also answers to questions.

Here's what I like

Space for a water bottle

Easy access in front for a phone

Room for my iPad

Padded shoulder strap- comfortable fit

Lot's of pockets

Nice size

Great price

See the published dimensions online

I would prefer blue but for some reason that would not arrive as quickly as the gray color.


Sponsored

Check out

Mind the Gap for a fun reference to British language and culture.


 

The Kindle Version is a quick download.




The travel bag is also available in black.



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19 December 2022

TRAVEL GIFTS UNDER $35

 



These highly rated travel gifts have lots of reviews.

Criteria 4 stars and above out of 5.*

All having at least 1,000 ratings.*

Priced under $35.00



 



TRAVEL Adaptor - Worldwide

by NEWVANGA on AMAZON

2239 ratings








BAGSMART electronic organizer

4449 ratings

On AMAZON












ORSEN 2 Pack LCD Writing Tablet for Kids, 
Colorful Doodle Board Drawing Pad for Kids, 
Learning Educational Toy Gift
 for Age 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Year Old Girls Boys Toddlers
1457 ratings

ON AMAZON


3 Outlet Power Strip plus USB ports

1267 ratings

 On AMAZON












Wireless Portable Charger

30, 800 mAh

15, 166 ratings

AMAZON











There are lots of Portable Chargers / Powerbanks under $35.00

AMAZON list

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EXTRA LARGE Backpack

by  SHRRADOO

4749 ratings

2 colors











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ps- If you are visiting Britain next year, 

Check out

Mind the Gap for a fun reference to language and culture.

The Kindle Version is a quick download.

The paperback could arrive by 24 December based on  AMAZON's  page Dec 19, 2022.










*No ratings yet so check out the free sample.

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Tile Slim Bluetooth Tracker

We placed tile trackers in our bags earlier this year. Fortunately, we did not lose our luggage.

20, 475 ratings.

AMAZON







Fun Item - Socks

15, 760 RATINGS

I'd Rather Be....

AMAZON











Just Some Ideas from Someone Who Likes To Travel

Suggestion- check the arrival dates advertized and look for evidence of FREE returns.

The information is from AMAZON - I won't guarantee the accuracy of what they report. These are just ideas.

Best Wishes in your search!

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18 June 2021

Gift Ideas for Travelers

 We are always on the lookout for products that make traveling  more enjoyable. Of course, our style may not suit your style.

I hope some ideas are good even if you buy a better product.

And, ideas can be helpful for Father's Day, Mother's Day, Birthdays, Christmas, and any time you are looking for a gift idea.

Binoculars

Any good pair of binoculars can be helpful if you like better views of landscapes, wildlife, or special events. I have a pair with an easy zoom- here's a few on AMAZON.

Trekking Poles

We like to hike. I bought this Cascade Mountain Tech and have been happy with the purchase. This was helpful in hiking upstream at Zapata Falls.


Folding Chair with a Canopy

We wanted a folding chair with a canopy rather than mess with an umbrella. This Kesyus model worked for us at the Jersey Shore.


Pixel Phone / with a great Camera

I liked my iPhone but I like the flexibility of the Pixel phone and using Google Fi for my cell provider. I have used the phone on cruises and in other countries. One of my English cousins called while we were driving through a tunnel in Pennsylvania. We had a clear signal through the tunnel.

Hats
We both have hats with broad brims. I got this one with a neck flap because I burn easily.




I got a Mpow 5.0 headset and I am happy with it. I use it at home and on the road. There are plenty of high priced models that probably sound better. And of course there are the small buds. To each his own. 

Tripod

Sometimes I take better pictures than at other times. My old tripod broke after a couple of decades. I got this Victiv 72 inch model in 2020 and I am still happy with it.  The included remote works well and the phone holder also works well. It was helpful in getting long shots of Elk at Rocky Mountain National Park.


Security

The AMAZON smart plugs work well for turning on and off  the lights when we are away.

I use GE dusk to dawn bulbs for the outside lights. The sensor is built in to the LED bulb.

We also have a Simplisafe doorbell and security system. There are several systems to choose from. The doorbell works fine. We can see who is at the door or just look out front from the phone app.

Backpacks

I have an OlarHike waterproof lightweight daypack for short hikes. What I like is the small size and it is waterproof.

My larger pack is a lightweight Nike. 


Hiking Shoes

Always good to have a pair of hiking shoes in the car. My wife and I have been happy with Sketchers.

Cameras

I've used different cameras over the years.

One all-purpose light weight camera is the Lumix. It shoots 4K, has a 3 inch LCD and 10X Fx.8- 5.9 zoom. New features come with new models so you will just have to see what's best when you are ready. I got my Lumix in 2016 and it has been a great camera when I want a zoom or longer video than I can store on my Pixel Phone. I also purchased extra batteries after mine went dead during a wildlife safari in India.

I also bought a Go Pro Hero 9 Black, which is great for shooting 4K+ videos with a super light weight camera. I like it for videos while hiking or when in motion situations like train journeys. There are different kits with various accessories. I have extra batteries and memory cards.

For wildlife, I use my Canon D70 with a Sigma 150-600 Zoom lens.



Some examples of photos with the Canon D70 and the Sigma zoom lens can be seen at Rocky Mountain National Park and Alamosa National Wildlife Refuge.

Books and Tablets

My wife and I consume a lot of books. Some we get on Kindle. My wife has a Kindle Fire 10 inch and I have an iPad Air. When in doubt, a gift card can be a good idea. My son and daughter in law gave me an Audible gift subscription--that works too. Kindle Unlimited Free Trial  link