Travel Deals and Gift Ideas
AMAZON PRIME SALE
JULY 11-12 2023
Rated 4 stars and above
Soft luggage
Trekking Poles- Collapsible
Works with a phone
This jacket is not on sale but I really like it.
Showing posts with label Travel gear. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Travel gear. Show all posts
11 July 2023
18 April 2023
Best Personal Bag item
I got this travel bag on AMAZON to replace my old one, which lasted some 25 years!
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
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
There are lots of Portable Chargers / Powerbanks under $35.00
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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.
Fun Item - Socks
15, 760 RATINGS
I'd Rather Be....
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.
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.
The AMAZON smart plugs work well for turning on and off the lights when we are away.
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.
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.
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.
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
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