In 2020, all our travel plans went down the drain due to the pandemic. From our winter vacations to our summer, it seems like forever before we could go out and travel again.

As 2021 is here, we are all up and ready to pursue our travel plans that came to a screeching halt in the past year. Even though COVID-19 has not entirely left us alone, we are a lot freer to roam around while taking certain precautions.

Needless to say, the pandemic has also changed our list of “travel essentials”. What used to be a list of our favorite portable devices and comfy travel outfits, is now filled with masks, sanitizers, and face shields.

But don’t worry, your travel plans can be executed and turn out as fun as you might expect them to be by having some of the best gadgets and accessories in your bag. Carrying portable chargers, multi-socket wall chargers, phone sanitizers, and portable internet devices is a must. So, we have reviewed some of the best devices out there for you.

Review of the Best Travel Gadgets and Accessories in 2021

Verizon Jetpack® MiFi® 8800L

     1. Verizon Jetpack MiFi 8800L – Best for Internet Access

If you are used to having a consistent and stable cheap internet service in your area, traveling without internet connectivity will become really frustrating. When you are traveling, the network availability varies unexpectedly. You can overcome this challenge by carrying with you the Verizon Jetpack MiFi 8800L device.

This is a grey colored, handheld device that comes with a long-lasting battery life of 4400 mAh. The device can be used for internet access in over 200 countries. It is also equipped with dual-band functionality, allowing better reception of wi-fi signals. Other technical details of the device include a personal VPN that protects your personal and information. It also has a digital screen, measuring 2.4 inches in size, and the interface has all the necessary details including Wi-Fi name, password, leftover MBs and so on.

Pros

• Digital touch display for user-friendly interface
• Can charge up very quickly, saving time
• Very compact and lightweight size, ideal for traveling
• Can connect up to 15 devices at a time

Cons

• There is no list of countries it can work in 

     2. DJI CP.ZM.00000064.01 Osmo Mobile 2 Handheld Smartphone Gimbal – Best for Capturing Moments

We all know the rage about influencers and bloggers these days. If you are an active social media user, you must have come across travel bloggers putting up flawless, scenic, highly stable and steady shots of the places they visit. These amazing shots are recorded by using smartphone or camera gimbals.

If you wish to get perfect snaps for your upcoming trip, get the DJI smartphone gimbal. The gadget is handheld, and you can attach it to your smartphone and capture cinematic shots through it. It is equipped with motion sensors and the ActiveTrack feature that lets you select a particular subject and record it seamlessly even in unstable movements. It has a 15-hour battery life, so you don’t have to worry about running out of that!

You can literally use this gimbal to record smooth videos while on a skateboard or while hiking on bumpy terrains. In terms of durability and strength, the gimbal is made with high-quality composite materials, that weigh no more than 485g. So, whether you have to carry the gimbal in your backpack or in your hand, the weight and portability will never be an issue. It also has zoom-in, zoom-out, record, and capture buttons on the front panel where accessibility is very easy.

Pros

• Compatible with all types of smartphones
• Zoom in slider gives a very cinematic touch
• Good battery life
• Allows you to live stream

Cons

• Comes with poor support and user instructions

     3. No Touch Door Opener

The need to control our hands and avoiding contact with any surface is very important when traveling. The best accessory, other than a bottle of sanitizer, is the No-Touch Door Opener that lets you open doors, touch elevator buttons, and use ATMs without having to touch the surface.

It comes in a generous pack of 4. The door opener is made of zinc alloy, and has a multi-purpose design. You can use this small piece of accessory for opening cans, opening bottles, and it also has a door hook and a touch screen tip at the front. The best part is that you will not have to carry this door opener separately, as it can be attached to the rest of your keys with the free key loop. Lastly, the tool comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee that you can utilize if the product doesn’t really satisfy you.

Pros

• Lightweight and durable tool
• Comes in a variety of 4 colors
• Multi-purpose tool
• Corrosion-resistant zin construction

Cons

• The door opening hook might be narrow for most doors

     4. PhoneSoap 3 UV Smartphone Sanitizer

Sanitizing your hands is not enough, now you must sanitize your belongings such as phones, wallets, and even the cash we hold. While there hasn’t been any gadget for sanitizing wallets and cash, you can surely sanitize your phone and ensure it’s safe to use with the PhoneSoap 3 UV smartphone sanitizer.

The gadget has room for smartphones up to eight inches, which is more than enough for the average smartphone we have available these days. It weighs about 1.8 pounds and is available in 8 colors. The device works by using 3 UV lights to sanitize your phone and also is capable of charging your phone with USB and USB Type-C. The spacious smartphone sanitizer can accommodate devices like Apple watches and even baby’s pacifiers.

Pros

• Spacious enough to accommodate all types of phones
• Trustworthy results as it has been verified by credible sources
• Can be used to sanitize differently shaped devices

Cons

• Does not accommodate tablets

Summing it all up

You know you are well-equipped for traveling to any city or country if you have the above-mentioned products in your luggage. Keeping yourself safe as well as well-connected with others in your life should be very important while traveling, especially during the days of COVID. Happy and safe travels!

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