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Great Travel Gear and Gadgets
Our travel specialists review the best travel gear and gadgets to get you on the go better.
Ninja® Hot and Cold Brew System
A genius space saving design that would be ideal for RV life, it serves up both hot and cold coffee and tea beverages all in one spot. Powered by Advanced Thermal Flavor Extraction® Technology with Auto-iQ®, it’s one smart machine! It also has its own built-in easy to clean frother for those beautiful barista style specialities.
Visit: https://www.bedbathandbeyond.ca/store/s/ninja?ta=typeahead
Bug Bite Thing
This ingenious chemical-free gadget was a big hit on Shark Tank and has won many awards since. It allows you to simply suction the poison out of a sting or bug bite to stop the swelling and itching instantly. It can remove slivers, too! Completely safe for children and a welcome companion on any outdoor adventure.
Visit: https://bugbitething.ca/
City Bonfires
Take this mini campfire with you wherever you go, and it can also come with a build-your-own s’mores kit! Burning material is made from nontoxic soy wax and all-natural biodegradable briquettes, and it’s easy to extinguish by simply covering with the lid. One tin can burn up to four hours.
Visit: https://canada.citybonfires.com
Lazy Bear Backpacks
The Trendhim company makes some very cool convertible backpacks. The Lazy Bear line can fold right into itself to make a flat, thin pocket, making it so easy to pack! When opened, it becomes a sturdy full -sized carrier. They also make foldable totes, fanny packs, and duffels.
Visit: https://www.trendhim.com/lemont-black-foldable-backpack-p.html
Periogen® Portable Oral Health
This powdered eco-friendly mouthwash is ideal for travel and contains no harsh chemicals. Simply add water to get high quality tartar reducing oral rinse wherever you go. Made from food-based ingredients, it’s also eco-friendly because one bottle gives you as much as twelve big plastic bottles of liquid mouthwash.
Visit: https://www.periogen.com/
EarPlanes®
Avoid the painful ear pressure change that can result from take-off and landing while flying with these soft, flexible earplugs. They contain a patented Ceramix® filter that slows down the air flow which alleviates the pain. They come in adults and children’s sizes.
Visit: https://www.earplanes.com/
The PowerKick
This wireless power bank charger does more than power your tech on the go, it also has a kickstand and heavy-duty suction cups to keep it in place. Perfect for watching videos, zooming, or working while you charge. It works in both horizontal and vertical modes.
Visit: www.stmgoods.com/product/powerkick
ECCO Outdoor Sandals
The Ecco Outdoor line of hiking sandals are made for tackling long walking tours and difficult terrain. Bonus is that your feet can breathe, but your soles are protected. They come in women’s and men’s style and the molded footbed provides excellent support.
Visit: https://us.ecco.com/
GoSun Flatware
Never be stuck without a fork and spoon again when on the go, this new collapsible cutlery has you covered. The case is so slim it can fit into a wallet, but they unfold into a decent size for eating. They’re also eco-friendly since you can avoid using disposable plastic cutlery while traveling.
Visit: https://gosun.co/products/flatware
The Journey™ Backpack
This new concept modular backpack by Idea Mountain checks all the boxes for everything you’ll need to carry your gear on any journey. Everything fits together like a puzzle so you can mix and match to suit your immediate needs- hip pack, day pack, laptop sleeve, toiletries bag, and more within.
Visit: ideamountain.com
Bond Dispenser
Introducing the world’s first one-touch hand sanitizer, this handy cartridge clips on to your belt or purse or easy access. Simply fill it with gel and it dispenses the perfect amount on the go without fussing with bottles. (Sanitizer not included.)
Visit: https://bondsanitizer.com)
Nixon H2O Yeah! Bandit Bags
Nixon has a new curated line of eco-aware backpacks, bags, and totes made from recycled ocean plastic that look awesome. This cheery Bandit Bag comes with a matching mask, too. REPREVE Our Ocean is the name of the material, and Nixon is the first company in North America to offer it in travel bags.
Visit: https://www.nixon.com/ca/en/h2oyeah