Over the years of travelling we’ve gathered a bunch of items that have simply made our life better, safer and easier, so we thought we’d share them with you and you can share others with us in the comments below the article.

There’s all sort of items there that will make your life better from a magnificent passport holder that has the Apple “Find Me” technology hidden inside. It only needs charging just before you go away and the charge lasts 6 months. There is the extremely durable 18 or 25 litre Mous backpack or Day BackPack that will store your stuff safely. A wireless charging station that folds up and packs away easily after sitting by your bed each night while you’re away charging your phone, watch and earbuds. Packing cubes are probably the biggest game changer though that we’ve experienced in the last few years, making packing and unpacking an easy task now, plus a few more things to make your life better that you’ll read about below.

Airalo e-SIM for your phone

Game Changer #1 for us on a recent holiday was this new e-sim. No longer do you need to buy a new sim at the airport of the new country you just arrived in. You just open up your Airalo App on your phone and throw US$5 onto a new sim for the country you’re in and it’s done. You get data and phone calls until the cows come home (if there’s cows in that country). It’s easy to set up on your phone and all you do is download the app, choose a country and then the amount of data you want - check out the video I just made.

LOC8 Passport Finder Wallet

This is a beauty! The passport wallet comes with Apple’s “Find Me” tech so if you lose it, you can find it quickly. Charge it once and it lasts 6 months and the tech is hidden inside the wallet keeping all paper and documents safe on your trip.

• Hidden pocket with magnetic closure for notes and coins

• Tracker works with Apple Find My App

• Holds five essential cards.

• Pen holder for extra convenience filling out forms and documents.

• Protective lining and demagnitisation-safe film protects against demagnetisation of cards.

• RFID technology protects sensitive data stored on cards.

• Precise cut-outs allow for easy card access.

• Built in rechargeable battery (six months’ battery life when charged).

Set of 8 Packing Cubes

It’s weird but these little fellas were a game changer for us in the last few years. Pack all your clothes into them as you leave home and keep them in pace for the entire journey, just lifting the cubes out of your suitcase when you’re on the ship or in the hotel. It’s so much easier to keep track of all your bits. As I said - GAME. CHANGER.

At July, (which is where we got ours) you can get them in the EIGHT PACK: 2 X SMALL, 2 X MEDIUM, 2 X LARGE 2 X EXTRA LARGE or the FOUR PACK: 1 X SMALL, 1 X MEDIUM, 2 X LARGE. We both just went with the 8 pack and it’s plenty. I use one for jox, one for socks, another for shorts and long pants, one for shirts, one for t-shirts, one for swimmers/bathers (yeah I have a few pairs), one for medicines/medical kit and there’s still a spare that I could use for cables/tech gear, if I didn’t already have a hard case one for them. You could use it for sunblock lotions & potions like Aloe Vera etc if you want as long as they are sealed tight as they’re not leak proof - they’re breathable.

You can also get these pretty cheap at K-Mart & Big W. I say it again. Game changer.

LOC8 Finder Fob and card

These are also game chargers in our eyes. A great way to keep your eye on your stuff. The coin-sized LOC8 Fob features a hole for attachment to valuable items. You can attach it to your luggage, or we’d even suggest hiding it within a zip compartment or inside the lining of the suitcase so that if it’s stolen they don’t find it. Same goes for the card. You can keep it as one of the credit cards in your wallet in case it gets stolen, or insert it inside a backpack or your luggage to keep track off it. They both work with Apple’s Find My App. They both have a tracker ring tone, featuring a volume up to 60 decibels (80db for the card), are water-resistant, and dust-resistant.

Fob Dimensions: 45mm x 45mm x 11mm (1 year battery life).

Card Dimensions: 86mm x 54mm x 2mm (2 year battery life)

At time of writing these were $39.95, however you can use the code SAVE20 to get 20% off.

SWIV 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station

Thi sis great for travel, but you’ll probably also end up using it at home next to the bed. Folds up small, which is perfect for travel. Three wireless charging pads for phone, Apple Watch, and AirPods devices – as part of the all-in-one charging station. 1 year warranty and is certified by Apple and you can use your Apple Watch in Night Stand mode..

• Compatible with all wireless charging iPhones.

• Soft LED indicator light that turns off automatically.

• Folds up to be 40% smaller.

  SPECS

  Charging Capability
  Wireless Phone Charger 15W/10W/7.5W (Max)
  Airpods/ Earbuds Charger
  Apple Watch Charger

• Dimensions
  133mm (L) x 74mm (W) x 24.5mm (H) – Closed
  210mm (L) x 74mm (W) x 13mm (H) – Open

At time of writing these were going for $159.95 but you can generally get 20% discount with the code SAVE20

LOC8 MagSafe Finder Wallet and Stand

This can also be a stand to have next to your bed for your phone each night if you only have your phone to charge. Features strong magnets that automatically align and stay securely attached. Tracker works with Apple Find My App. The stand is adjustable for versatile viewing angles in portrait and landscape. Comes with a 1 year warranty.

• Holds five credit cards.

• Protective lining and film protect against demagnetisation of cards.

• RFID technology protects sensitive data stored on cards.

• Precise cut-outs allow for easy card access.

• Works with MagSafe compatible iPhone cases.

• Product Dimensions:

• Unfolded: 198mm x 66mm x 14mm

  Folded: 103mm x 66mm x 25mm

  Weight :
  0.082kg, 0.091kg (including charging cable)
  Total number of pockets :
  Two cards pockets + one pouch
  Finder sound (buzzer) volume (in decibels):

• 80-90db
  How close your phone needs to be to the wallet to activate the buzzer: Indoors: 10-20 metres; outdoors: 20-50 metres.
  Battery
  Rechargeable battery (six months’ battery life when charged)

At time of writing this was around $99, but you can generally get 20% off.

NEXA 4-in-1 Laptop Sleeve with Wireless Charging

If you need a new laptop cover, this is the one. The NEXA is an 4-in-1 laptop sleeve, portable mousepad/desk-mat, and a dual wireless charger (for smartphone and earbuds). The NEXA sleeve’s exterior can be used either as a smooth and roomy mousepad surface or a portable desk mat. It has easy magnetic closure for easy storage and retrieval. It has an elegant vegan leather exterior and soft-quilted interior for maximum protection and is powered by universal USB-C port and has a 1 year warranty.

Charging Capability 

• Input: USB-C DC 12V/2.5A

• Output: Wireless charger for phones (MagSafe compatible)- 15W(Max)
  Wireless Charging for Earbuds/AirPods/Pro – 5W (Max)

Compatibility

• 13-14inch model: 260mm (W) x 340mm (L) x 25mm (D). Weight: 0.289 kg.

• 15-16inch model: 290mm (W) x 385mm (L) x 25mm (D). Weight: 0.350 kg.

At time of writing this was around $139, but you can generally get 20% off.

Tech Kit

I bought this pack to keep my tech accessories neatly tucked in place using the internal compartments. The translucent polycarbonate shell makes it easy to know what’s inside with just a glance. It’s also crushproof.

• External dimensions 7cm H x 20cm W x 13 cm D

• Capacity 2L

• Weight 200g

• Strong translucent German polycarbonate shell

• Included: mini cotton dust bag (which we turned into our carry bag to keep our playing cards in 😛, so win win).

So there you have it, a bunch of items that will save you time, make travel easier and safer. You’re welcome.

Luggage, Carry On’s, Carry Bags, Backpacks, Camera & Shoe Bags, Toiletries & Luggage Tags

Big fans of JULY luggage. It looks stylish and smart and it’s safe and secure. They have everything from sets of luggage to awesome luggage bag covers that match the luggage and fit tight like a sleeve (not seen above) through to Backpacks, carry on luggage, toiletry, camera and shoe bags as well as luggage tags and for about $65 each you can get them personalised with your name or even a pic of your dog (like I did, so that Ruff gets to come on your holidays).