The magical moment of traveling always comes with a lot of expectation and a lot of stress.
There are many things that can go wrong.
We usually go to an unknown place and depend on many people and companies to make our dreams come true.
However, with new technologies, we are increasingly less dependent on others than ourselves.
Thanks to the digital age, booking your dream vacation has become much easier.
Many other aspects of traveling have also been made easier by technology.
Although it may still be uncomfortable to leave your comfort zone, living with the unknown has become much calmer and safer.
In this post, I am sharing 7 essential technology items that will make your travels easier.
In addition to making you more relaxed and confident about venturing out into this world.
What it means to use technology on your trip
One of the few certainties we have today is that it is almost impossible to live without new technologies.
And when we talk about traveling, they can really transform and improve your experiences a lot.
Imagine going to London, where you don’t know anyone, don’t know where to find good restaurants, hotels, etc.
Many years ago, you had to rely on travel agents, a lot of luck and be a great adventurer to get to know the place.
Gone are the days when you depended only on information from taxi drivers and hotel reception.
When you went to an attraction, you only had to find out the current situation when you got there, you also had to have maps on hand, ask people for directions, etc.
Fortunately, today our travels are incredibly easier with new technologies that help us be more independent, confident and also make travel cheaper.
Technology has brought an incredible sense of freedom, all at an affordable cost, and its technological devices small enough to fit in your carry-on luggage.
What is travel technology?
Travel technology is innovative technology created specifically to help travelers, offering solutions to make their travel experience as easy as possible.
What makes it different from the technology devices you rely on when you are at home is that travel technology is specially designed to make your travels smoother, or at least as smooth as travel can be.
This isn’t to say that there won’t be obstacles on your journey, because what would travel be without a little adventure?
But you can certainly minimize or even completely solve any potential obstacles that may arise.
Travel technology helps you stay connected to your loved ones, keeps you safe in new places, and allows you to enjoy the comforts of using things from home, such as watching your favorite series, reading your books, etc.
What are the 7 amazing gadgets that will improve your travel experience?.
1 - Stay connected with your loved ones (eSIM).
Wherever you are, stay connected to your loved ones and the world. In addition to providing comfort, it also provides access to all the information you need at any time.
However, we have to be careful about the cost, as data roaming can destroy your budget.
See how to reduce your roaming costs.
9 tips to reduce the cost of international roaming.
Find out which travel chip is ideal for your international trip.
The best option is to have an eSIM, which is an embedded SIM that allows you to have a mobile plan without having to use a physical SIM card.
This way, you will no longer waste time looking for a store to buy a local card every time you change location or region.
In addition, you will be connected from the moment the plane lands, without wasting time and bureaucracy.
With this, you will be able to access essential services such as ordering a taxi, finding the way to your hotel, etc.
I have been using Airalo eSIMs as they have some of the best coverage with the best value for money and work in over 180 countries.
2 - A GPS tracking device to avoid losing your belongings.
One of the biggest headaches during travel is losing or misplacing your luggage, cell phone, purse, etc.
A GPS tracking device that allows you to track the location of your belongings.
Who hasn’t looked for where you left your car in those monstrous parking lots at the mall?
Not knowing where you left your bag or which bag is yours among all the ones on the conveyor belt.
Especially during your trip, things get lost and can ‘disappear’.
However, with this tiny and powerful piece of technology, you don’t have to worry about finding and replacing your belongings.
GPS devices “ping” satellites, cell towers and networks, Wi-Fi to find out which taxi you may have left your cell phone in or which baggage carousel your bags are passing through.
Buy a few and place them on your most valuable belongings for a less stressful vacation.
3 - Keep your devices running (Portable charger)
All the technology is useless if your devices are not working due to lack of power.
During your trip, you may spend several hours without access to an outlet to charge your devices.
No need to worry about finding outlets, having a portable charger is your salvation.
Today, chargers are compact and more efficient, making them easier to transport and thus ensuring that your devices remain powered throughout your trip.
4 - Locate yourself anywhere in the world.
One of the biggest stresses of traveling is undoubtedly finding your way around and finding your way to where you want to go.
At the same time as finding out where the supermarket is, which Italian restaurant is closest, etc.
With some apps, you can not only find the supermarket, but also the best route.
Some apps also provide ratings and reviews, offline maps and a user-friendly interface.
5 - Speak, read and understand any language. (Translator)
One of the main barriers when traveling is undoubtedly the language. Not everyone speaks English and often you don’t either.
If you go into a restaurant and the menu is in a different language and no one speaks English, there’s nothing more practical than having a translator.
Before, you had to learn the local language, but now you have to deal with language barriers when telling a taxi driver where you want to go, reading a restaurant menu, or even talking to someone.
Google translates text, photos, web pages or whatever you type, and supports more than 100 languages online and 60 offline.
When it comes to Asian characters, the results may be out of context, but nothing serious.
On my trip to China, I used it a lot and was successful in all my communications.
It’s free and works on Android, iOS and Windows.
Offers regular text, voice, conversation and photo translations in more than 60 languages.
It has some resource limitations for some languages.
Microsoft Translator is probably best suited for business and academic purposes.
It’s free and works on Android, iOS, and Windows.
It supports over 90 languages and includes text, voice, conversational, and photo translations. You can also interact with social media accounts and text messaging apps for quick communication.
Other features include built-in dictionaries, website translations, phrasebooks, offline language packs, and the ability to save translations to Favorites.
It’s free and works on Android, iOS, and Windows.
6 - Keep quiet even in the noisiest places.
A good part of your trip will be spent traveling, such as on a plane. Most of the time, this is a good time to rest and get some sleep.
But it is rarely a quiet and peaceful place to take a nap.
However, a good quality pair of noise-canceling headphones is a great ally for your rest.
It blocks out distractions when you need to concentrate and makes the place quiet and peaceful when you need to sleep.
Although a little expensive, another of the best noise-canceling headphones is the Sony WH-1000XM5.
With a lightweight and ultra-comfortable design, noise cancellation is automatically optimized according to your usage conditions and environment.
In addition, the battery life of up to 30 hours guarantees your peace of mind throughout your trip.
One of the best value for money is the Anker Soundcore Life Q30.
Its noise-canceling technology provides an immersive and distraction-free audio experience.
In addition, the long-lasting battery is one of its strong points, you can enjoy up to 40 hours of continuous playback, which is perfect for long trips or for those days when you don’t want to worry about recharging the device.
7 - Spend time and relax.
Much of your trip will be spent waiting at the airport or on public transport, such as planes, cars, buses, etc.
When you’re not sleeping, a great option is to read.
Since one of the biggest costs of traveling today is your luggage, carrying books can also increase the price of your ticket.
An eReader is a small digital device with a large capacity to store ebooks.
At the same time, it can store all your documents, such as hotel reservations, tours, etc.
Being a small device, it doesn’t take up much space and, because it’s very light, it doesn’t have any additional costs in your luggage.
Conclusion:
With these 7 devices, your next trips will become more peaceful, safe, cheaper and much more rewarding.
When planning your next dream vacation, remember to include these reliable helpers and let technology take your travels to the next level.
Making moments unforgettable and bringing a little piece of your home with you on your happy travels.
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