On a trip back from Japan in 2013, my flight was delayed by 14 hours. At the time, I was low on funds and couldn’t afford to leave the airport and go book a hotel. I had to stay connected and powered up within the terminal to share updates with loved ones, and also wanted to stave off boredom. I made it through but also realized that including a few items in my carry-on could have made the whole ordeal a lot less stressful.
These gadgets have come in handy over the years for all kinds of travel. I’ve been a digital nomad for eight years, so I’m traveling year-round; having the right tech keeps me entertained, informed and able to get work done wherever I am in the world. Â I’ve used my gadgets on trains in Japan, ships in Greece, airplanes throughout South America, buses in Africa and car rides in Europe.
A recent survey found that 25% of Americans plan to travel internationally this summer. If you’re one of them, pack one or more of these items in your carry-on so you don’t get into a pinch in the event of an unexpected delay.
Travel has taught me that I can’t always rely on the Wi-Fi network of the places I’m staying.Â
In Kenya, where my family is from, I had to tether off my phone because the network at the Airbnb was nonexistent. I’ve also stayed in too many hotels with terribly slow Wi-Fi.
Having my mobile Wi-Fi device has helped me avoid many unexpected travel experiences. I like the RoamWiFi 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot Router because it’s fast, has a good range and can connect to various devices to provide Wi-Fi coverage. It’s an investment, but if internet connectivity is essential for your trips, consider prioritizing a hotspot router.
Over the years, international adapters have gotten smaller and more versatile, and you can now fit them in a backpack.
I travel with the EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter because it has multiple port types, so it works well as an all-in-one option. Be sure to check that the country you’re…
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