Summer travel season is well underway. With temperatures rising across the country, being prepared is key to enjoying a smooth vacation – whether you’re headed to the beach or going on a road trip to the hills.
However, as exciting as these trips can be, it doesn’t take much for the thrill to turn into inconvenience if you forget your travel essentials. Here are a few tech must-haves while travelling in a flight, going on a road trip, enjoying a beach vacation, or taking part in a summer camp.
Flight tech essentials
Flying can be exhausting without the right tech to keep you powered, comfortable, and entertained.
Noise-canceling headphones: A must-have travel tech, headphones block loud sounds like airplane noise and help you to watch movies or listen to music peacefully during long flights. These are ideal for long flights and help you enjoy movies or music in peace.
Portable powerbank: A compact, high-capacity power bank ensures your phone, tablet, or earbuds stay charged through layovers and delays. Opt for one with fast charging and multiple USB ports.
Smart trackers for luggage: While travelling, it may be difficult to track your luggage sometimes. Smart tracker helps you find your luggage if it gets lost. Just place it in your bag and track its location using your phone. It’s a simple way to travel without worrying about your bags going missing.
Road trip tech essentials
Long drives demand reliable tech to keep things smooth, safe, and fun.
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Car phone mount with wireless charging: This handy gadget holds your phone while you drive, so you can easily use GPS or take hands-free calls. It also charges your phone without any cables. Perfect for road trips, it keeps things safe and simple. It’s a space-saver and adds major convenience.
Dash cam: For safety and security, a dash cam can record road incidents as well as scenic drives and unexpected moments. Choose one with night vision and loop recording.
Portable Mini Fridge: Car-powered mini fridges keep snacks and drinks chilled without needing constant ice refills. They are great for families embarking on long drives in the heat.
Beach vacation tech essentials
The right tech can make your beach day better and more fun. Choose gadgets that can handle heat, sand, and water. They help you stay cool and connected by the sea.
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Waterproof bluetooth speaker: This speaker lets you play music at the beach without worrying about water or sand. It’s built to handle splashes and rough use. Some even float and can clip onto your bag for easy travel. Many come with clip-on hooks and float features.
Solar powerbank: Sun’s out? Let it power your devices. A solar-powered charger can keep your phone going when outlets are nowhere to be found.
UV sanitizer box: A portable UV-C light box lets you sanitise your phone, earbuds, or keys after a sandy, sweaty beach day — no wipes required.
Summer camp tech essentials for kids
Even kids can benefit from travel tech designed for safety, hydration, and fun.
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Smart Water Bottles: Hydration tracking bottles with LED reminders or app syncing features help kids remember to drink water — especially helpful during outdoor activities.
Wearable GPS tracker: For peace of mind, you can clip a kid-safe GPS tracker onto your child’s backpack or wrist. Some come with geo-fencing alerts and emergency buttons.
Kid-friendly headphones: Protect your child’s ears with volume-limited, Bluetooth headphones. They’re great for travel, quiet time, and camp activities.
Summer adventures don’t have to mean tech headaches or travel chaos. With the right gadgets — like wireless chargers, waterproof speakers, and smart trackers — you’ll stay powered, organised, and relaxed whether you’re flying, road-tripping, beach-hopping, or sending kids to camp.
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(This article has been curated by Disha Gupta, who is an intern with The Indian Express)
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