One of the best ways to enjoy your travels is to plan for safety, ensuring peace of mind. Plus, it would make you mom happy. After travelling to 105+ countries, I have learned a lot from my own experiences and other peoples’ stories. If I help just one person, this blog is worth it. So, read on and plan for these travel safety accessories when planning your next trip.
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20 Must-Have Travel Safety Accessories
Travel Insurance Card
Before we dive into the gadgets, let’s talk travel insurance. For international travel, it’s always important to plan ahead with travel insurance. My first choice is Safety Wing Travel Insurance. It offers a flexible, pay-as-you-go alternative with straightforward pricing. They offer extensive coverage with a large network, one overall deductible ($250/year), long-term coverage if needed.
She’s Birdie Personal Safety Alarm
This is a company of women providing tools for women safety. The She’s Birdie disc clips onto clothing or accessories. This small, yet powerful device provides an LED running light with a siren. It is handsfree, lightweight and water resistant. This is a must-have for female travelers, hikers or city walkers. It ensures peace of mind and safety.
Compass / Whistle
As one of the 10 Essentials for hiking, a compass/whistle is also an obvious tool for travel. The compass for navigation can come in handy and even safety. The whistle is a good back up if you don’t have the She’s Birdie disc.
Headlamp or Flashlight
It’s good to have a back up light device, besides your cell phone. This will come in handy and even safety for navigating darkness at night or power outages. I recently was in Leavenworth, WA during a flood with a 2-day power outage. I was super glad to have my headlamp on hand.
Portable Power Charger
It is vital to always keep the Power Charger charged. You never know when there will be a power outage or without access to power outlets. As aforementioned, my power charger saved my in my last trip in Leavenworth, WA when I encountered a flooding and a 2-day power outage.
Portable Door Stop Alarm
Travel can get you in some unpredictable situations. It never hurts to have a back up to safety with your room door. This portable device offers 2 functions: the door stopper preventing entry and the alarm to scare them off. Overall, it provides assurance so you can sleep better feeling safe.
Portable Door Lock
This provides you with extra safety for hotels, apartments or dorm room. Looking back, many times I wished for one of these. This prevents anyone from entering outside the door, even with a key.
Portable Carbon Monoxide Detector
One of my friends got carbon monoxide (CO) exposure in her motel in Mexico. She became really sick and realized it was CO in time. Since hearing that story, I always bring a portable carbon monoxide alarm. CO is an invisible, odorless gas. If this happens when you are sleeping, you may never wake up again. Plus, I always keep the room window open just in case.
First Aid Kit
This is a must-have for any hiking or travelling adventure. There are many lightweight kits available for injuries, wound care, trauma and pain-relief. On the unknown path of travel, you can stumble onto many unpredictable situations. Don’t learn this lesson the hard way and always have it on hand just in case.
Pacsafe Anti-Theft Backpack
This eco-friendly backpack is designed to deter pickpockets and is cut-proof. Made from recycled polyester, its RFID blocking pocket materials block unauthorized scans.
Pacsafe Anti-Theft Sling Daypack
This sling bag can be worn in front or back. It has zippers that lock and is cut resistant. The sling can be locked to table or chairs. It has RFID safe pockets to prevent unauthorized credit card and ID scans.
Anti-Theft Neck Wallet
This popular neck wallet offers multi RFID layers to protect your passport, IDS, credit cards and other important documents. Its handsfree and invisible underneath clothing. I always wear the neck wallet whenever I travel via airports
TSA Compatible Luggage Locks
These TSA combination locks are waterproof for luggage. It has a flexible, steel cable design that fits on most luggage or bags.
Air Tags – Apple or Android
Especially when using the airlines, the air tags is one of the best ways to track your luggage. I have heard many good stories on how the air tags saved the day with flight cancellations and missed flights. This offers peace of mind to manage getting your luggage without minimal waiting around.
Clever Travel Companions – Smart Clothing
The clothing line of Clever Travel Companions sells men and women smart travel outfits. They offer a variety of styles with hidden pockets. For example, their selection includes t-shirt dresses, hoodies, t-shirts, jackets and tank tops.
Travel Scarves
This lightweight travel scarf has 2 hidden zippers. These invisible pockets can hold important documents, such as, passport, ID’s or keys. This convenience is very helpful, especially with international travel.
Lifestraw Filtered Water Bottle
This is go to water bottle when I travel or hike. There are many countries where it’s unsafe to drink the water. So, this BPA-Free water bottle filters out bacteria, parasites and even microplastics. Even if the water is “safe,” it is always ideal to remove unhealthy toxins.
Drink Cover Scrunchie
Unfortunately, there are too many stories of women’s drinks being tampered with in a party or bar setting. As introduced in Shark Tank, this innovative drink cover can save someone from being drugged or poisoned. So, this simple item can be a lifesaver and easy to pack.
NordVPN
A VPN hides your online activity. This is especially important when using public WIFI: NordVPN is one of the world’s leading VPN services, trusted by millions for secure, private, and fast internet access. With servers in over 60 countries, NordVPN ensures online privacy, data protection, and unrestricted browsing.
Safe Travels!
With technology always changing, there are always new safety gadgets to try out. This list is a work in progress. If anyone has suggestions on travel safety tips, please leave comments below.
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