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Travel Gear
Welcome to our travel gear showcase, where we share the essential items that keep us prepared, comfortable, and connected on the road. From reliable luggage and handy accessories to the tech and photography equipment we use, we’ve curated a collection of must-haves for your next adventure. Whether you're after durable bags, the best cameras for capturing memories, or supplements that keep you feeling great, our recommendations are based on real-world experience from our travels. Explore our favorite gear and find out what makes each item an indispensable part of our travel routine.
We bought our American Tourister Spinner 81cm Suitcase before we travelled to Nepal in 2020. We chose bright orange and it turned out to be an excellent choice - not only is the vibrant colour eye-catching, but it also makes the case stand out on the luggage carousel. This is a case for travelers who need ample packing space without compromising on style or durability.
The newer model of our case, Light Max 82cm, is impressively spacious, accommodating long trips or those who tend to pack on the heavier side. Despite its size, it’s surprisingly lightweight at only 4kg, which means you won’t have to worry about exceeding airline weight limits. The 360-degree spinner wheels ensure smooth maneuverability, making it a breeze to navigate through crowded airports or city streets.
Constructed from durable polypropylene, the suitcase can withstand the rigors of travel while keeping your belongings safe. I once packed our case with 6 stone carved light fixtures, a stone candle holder and various wooden ornaments along with all of our clothes and toiletries - it was ridiculously heavy- and it managed to stay in one piece AND protect everything inside, much to my surprise. Inside, it offers organized compartments, expandability and adjustable straps to keep everything in place. The handle is sturdy and ergonomic, providing comfort during extended use.
Overall, the American Tourister Spinner/Light Max Suitcase is a fantastic investment for travelers seeking reliability, style, and functionality. Its range of colours add a fun, bold touch to your travel gear, ensuring your luggage stands out wherever you go.
The Tag8 Passport Wallet and Travel Organizer has been an excellent choice for us. Previously, we lugged all our travel documents in an old document wallet from our kids school days - not the most practical or organised solution. With its sleek design, this wallet accommodates multiple passports, boarding passes, cards, and currency, ensuring all your essential travel documents are well-organized and easy to access. The RFID protection adds an extra layer of security, safeguarding your personal information from theft. Additionally, the durable material and compact size make it convenient for both short trips and longer adventures. Whether you're a solo traveler or traveling with family, this wallet will keep everything in one place, providing peace of mind and ease during your journey. It also has the option to register the wallet and your passports with Tag8, who offer a lifetime, global lost and found service at no extra cost. If your passport is registered with them and in the case at the time it's lost, and they can't help reunite you with it in the event it's lost - they will reimburse you the cost of a replacement.
After travelling for years with just our phones for photos and video, we wanted something that could capture breathtaking scenery, thrilling action shots, and underwater magic and the GoPro Hero 11 was exactly what we needed.
The GoPro Hero 11 is ideal for travelers capturing scenic, action-packed, or underwater experiences. It features HyperSmooth 5.0 stabilization, ensuring ultra-smooth video in any environment, and offers stunning 5.3K video resolution with SuperView, perfect for immersive shots.
Waterproof up to 33 feet, it’s a top pick for snorkelling, and its Enduro battery provides enhanced performance even in cold conditions. With intuitive controls and horizon leveling, the Hero 11 simplifies capturing professional-quality footage. When plugged in to charge, it will automatically upload footage to the cloud and create a highlight video.
There is a great range of accessories also available to make your GoPro even more versatile. These are the ones we have found particularly useful ⬇
Non-Slip floating handle with wrist strap for use in and around water.
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Shorty Mini Extension Pole & Tripod
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Magnetic Swivel Clip
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Grab n Go Storage case
Includes 2 Enduro rechargeable 1720mAh lithium-ion batteries and usb charger to maximise recording time and eliminate flat battery problems.
Fully adjustable elastic chest harness with quick release buckle, perfect for capturing hands-free action.
Oceanic Snorkel Gear
The use of ultra clear silicone and superior optical glass gives this mask an incredible field of vision. Featuring easy to adjust buckles and UV and chlorine resistant elastic strap for ultimate fit and comfort. Ultra soft silicone skirt with stability ridges ensure leaks don't stand a chance, and snorkel stays in its ideal position with the integrated keeper.
Viper 2 Fins are ideal for any skill level while offering the performance and aesthetics of pro models.
Including precision hydrodynamics, flexible power thrust channel and a polished blade for ultimate comfort, efficiency and performance. This lightweight option is perfect for travel.
Also available in Full Foot design.
As the name suggests, this snorkel's dry top deflector reduces water entry and keeps it dry, even in rough conditions. The drop away flex mouthpiece is made from liquid silicone and is completely replaceable. It also features a large purge valve to make cleaning a breeze
This SPF 50+ sunblock from Safe Sea is reef-safe and helps protect against jellyfish sting, sea lice, swimmers itch and UV radiation. It is also paraben-free, non-irritating, hypoallergenic and moisturizing, making it great for use on both body and face. Safe Sea is long-lasting and water resistant, meaning it doesn't need reapplication as often as other sunscreens.
Developed by scientists, this biodegradable, Oxybenzone and Octinoxate free sunscreen does not harm marine life and is coral safe, unlike many popular brands. It has been featured on CNN, the BBC and National Geographic.