I take a collapsible dual-voltage silicone water kettle I bought on Amazon everywhere. I know, it's not essential, but I don't like coffee and if I try to use anything that's been used for coffee in the hotel room, my tea tastes terrible and this fixes my problem!
I love the travel atomizer but fyi the fragrance will evaporate out of the hole in the bottom over time so fill up right before you travel not ahead of time.
keep bottles from leaking by using plastic wrap. just remove the top. and screw it back down over the plastic wrap that extends all the way down the length of the crap.
try out a GaN travel adapter, it will change your life. You can fast-charge multiple devices at 60-100W. The Epicka one is slow if you plug in anything more than 1 device as the maximum output is only 28W.
Thanks for that. I wonder if you can recommend one or two specific ones you like. If the Epico one is slow, I’d rather get something different… Thank you
@Yowzoe I use these brands but they may not be available for your region. Aukey Travel Mate 100W GaN Universal Adapter with USB Ports Prolink 65W 3-port GaN Charger with changeable plugs
My travel power journey... if you want to check out what I'm using now. Same as you, I loved traveling with an international adapter and an extension bank (Anker). I then went with the Kikkerland adapter to save space (since USB was in my extension bank). But recently I've been getting both solutions in a single compact device - the Mogics Super Bagel. Extension cord isn't quite as long, but the compact size is hard to beat. Only about 4 trips with it so far but loving it!
Great alternative electric toothbrush, thanks! I use a Steripod to go over the end of a regular toothbrush, which then gives me something to prop it on to dry at the sink. They also make them for razors.
Wow! This video is very different from all the others I've watched... in a good way. I've only heard of one of those items... the cell phone flap, and feel like I need at least one of all the other items. Will start adding things to my cart right away.😄 Thanks!!
Haha my wife and I got those same toothbrushes a while ago for travel. She was jealous because her peach colored one takes a AAA battery and I realized my black one charges with USB c.
Bucket! Thank you so much for these videos! Love your channel and I really appreciate your thoughtful reviews, esp the reviews of hard shell carry ons. Hoping your soft side carry on comes out soon. Need to order a bag!
The Epicka adapter will NOT work in Italy where 3 prong outlets are used for hair dryers or curling irons. The third prong is a ground which is required for higher amp appliances. I picked up a 3 prong to US adapter in Venice to save her day!😂
Great video! Just a quick heads-up on the hotel door lock… bought this exact one for a stay in a swanky Vegas resort and it did not work with the size deadbolt on those doors. Not sure if this is common, but it’s not a one size fits all gadget.
@@WeiFinderI don’t have these, but maybe bcuz top removes easily, and hopefully the opening is wide enough, perhaps convenient to empty (if lotion, use scooper) & wash out completely for a different liquid. 🤷🏻♀️
I have a question about the adaptor. I was told it would blow your phone and computer. Do I need a converter? LOVE your videos and just got my Monos luggage! TOP quality!!!!
@@denisegrosch2744 It’s a pin adapter for Asia, EU etc as they don’t use the same type of plugs. It’s NOT a voltage converter/transformer! Cell phones are by default made to work in both 110 V (N.A.) and 220 V (EU, Asia). Note that phones can get a bit hot when plugged into 220 volt outlet for charging. As for plugging your hair dryer or other 110 V appliances, you’ll blow them if plugged into 220V. You need either a voltage converter or you need DUAL voltage gadgets available on Amazon and elsewhere. Hope that helps!
I would like to ask Allie, since she has long hair, what she uses for shampoo and conditioner on long trips? The TSA safe bottles are not enough. Thank you
i took that travel lock with me to Europe on may this year, wasn´t able to use it at any of the 6 accommodations that i stayed at, it never fit the door lock :(
Thank you so much for doing these videos. I have learned a lot about the true essentials needed for travel. I will be traveling to Italy for the first time in 2024 and I already ordered the adapter you recommended. Is there a converter that you can recommend? (hairdryer) Thank you in advance.
Great ideas. I use many of these products, however I hope you don't use he perfume on the plane of in a crowded place. I and many others have strong aversions to scents. Thanks
You are responsible for your own health. You shouldn't expect others to adapt to your health issues. Wear a filtering mask or find another solution but don't expect people to stop doing something as basic as wearing perfume. Entitled!
Interesting video - thank you! I do have to question the Portable Door Lock. I can see that it could work when you're 'in' the room and would definitely bring peace of mind especially to the solo (woman or man) traveler. However, I found the product video misleading when he states, "it's easy to walk around knowing that personal belongings are safe and secure inside the hotel ... " It can only be used when you're 'in' the room ... so .... ??
I’m a big fan of anker batteries and cables but I feel like they’re better options out there unless you’re really worried about weight, I don’t think 10,000 mA is enough power for a long trip especially if you’re talking about multiple phones AirPods etc. I would go with 20,000. I would rather have extra juice than not enough just my two. Cents.
I love your travel videos. So helpful. Thank you. But please reconsider the background music...it is VERY distracting! So much so I have to watch with closed caption! on!
I tried the door lock ( wasnt happy) and while i may have missed the obvious ( I’m human) but have been in construction forever and it didn’t seem user friendly Imo
about 9 point, i bought one like this, but i didnt like, i dont now if my product has a problem, but I put perfume on it and in one day it spilled everything.
Power strips (or travel plug adapters for that matter) don't convert voltage. The voltage they recieve is the voltage they put out. For the voltage conversion from 110v to 220/230v, one needs a step-up or step-down transformer.
@@paraagshah4153 That was not my question and I already know that. My question was is it multi-voltage compatible, meaning can it be plugged into 120 volts and 240 volts. The Travel Power Strip has USB so input voltage capability matters. As someone who blew up a USB phone charger years ago because it was only rated for 120 volts and I plugged it into 220 volts, I want to know if it is multi-voltage compatible so it doesn't get damaged if plugged into 220 volts.
@@johnvillalovos -- In the video description, there are links for the products mentioned in the video. Through the link for the "Travel Power Strip" I found this: > USB Input: 110-125V~,50/60Hz So, (as paraagshah4153 indicated)... Power strips or travel plug adapters (generally) don't convert voltage. Based on this product's description, it's my understanding this power strip does NOT convert voltage.
@@lowellaguno I did not ask if it converts voltage 🙂 As I said, I asked if it was multi-voltage compatible, which doesn't mean converting voltage. I also went to the Amazon page and posted my response (which for some reason didn't post before) indicating that it appears to NOT be multi-voltage capable. So if it gets plugged into 240 volts most likely the built-in USB charger will get damaged.
Replying to myself (again it seems). This does NOT appear to be multi-voltage compatible. From the product's webpage it says: "USB Input:110-125V~,50/60Hz ". So very likely plugging this into 220/240 volts will destroy the USB charger.
Hey, just wanted to let you know you should not charge your phone wirelessly with a power bank as there is a lot of power loss with wireless charging so you are losing quite a bit of capacity. Unless of course you dont need to get the most out of the power bank.
Do you have any idea *what percentage* of power/charge you would lose by charging wirelessly as opposed to a charging cable on a power bank such as this one? I’m wondering if it’s 10 or 20%, which I can live with but if it’s more than that then, yes, I would take the extra trouble to use a wire… Thank you.
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What about a travel converter? This list has a travel adapter, but the only electronic item that I'm aware of that would not need an adapter in most countries is a CPAP machine. There again, I state in most countries. So obviously even a CPAP machine is going to need a converter depending what country you're traveling to. We have been traveling with our own 15 foot extension cord because of the CPAP machine. We also have cell phones , Fitbit watches , and my curling iron that would need electricity . So any recommendations for my situation?
Oh it's not the chain actually! Its the wedging of the red piece against the door using the strength of the deadbolt. That chain is actually just so you don't lose the two parts basically. It's crazy strong!
@@awaytogether hi, thanks for your video, very concise and useful. There are some comments here which indicate that the portable lock doesn’t seem to work on some door locks. Do you have any comment on this? Does it seem to be fairly universal in your experience , or have you found an alternative that might be slightly better?
power banks a handy, but switch to an Android phone and you won't have to carry a power bank around in town, even if you heavily use google maps :PPP I have a power bank for years now, never had to actually use it on a trip. it's just a safety measure in case there is a power blackout now :D
Ugh. Please rethink wearing perfume on a flight. I am allergic to many perfumes. I get wicked migraines and sometimes respiratory distress. Please don’t ruin someone else’s trip because you want to smell pretty.
Have some consideration for others when it comes to perfume. Not everyone may appreciate your perfume and many have allergic reactions to perfume or aerosolized liquids
@@Crystalthewolf1000 it’s basic human decency and kindness, the opposite is self-centeredness and self selfishness. Let’s bend a little so that all of us can enjoy a flight or other enclosed spaces, ffs 🙄
@@Yowzoe people are allowed to enjoy their scented stuff. Sure some go overboard with it but it’s also a very small portion of the population and the more pronounced notes in any scent are actually very short lived.
@@Crystalthewolf1000 I don’t think you understand how perfume affects that small portion of the population, one of them may be sitting in the seat next to you. These allergies dominate some people’s lives. Is it too much to ask for basic consideration like putting off perfuming until you deplane? Perhaps try to think of it this way: if your grandmother was allergic to your perfume, would you wear it while sitting next to her on a flight? Now if you would delay it for your grandmother could you extend that kindness to someone who may also be allergic?
