10 Amazon Prime Day deals for travel lovers (and the people who love them)
If you like to travel, or want to buy a gift for someone who does, here's a list of the best travel deals on Amazon's Prime Day!
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In this economy, paying retail is for the birds!
These days, a large majority of us try to wait until we see a sale to buy something, even if it's something we will ultimately need. Previously, these large sale days were reserved for Black Friday in November, Memorial Weekend in May, and Labor Day sales in September. But now, there's finally a huge sale day for us summer shoppers by way of Amazon's Prime Day.
This list is focus on tried and true travel items that every travel could use as a refresh to their own arsenal, or even to level up their travel gear! Also, if you know anyone who loves to travel, these would make great gifts to buy now and wrap up for any upcoming birthdays or holidays.
1. The Necessities
Level8 Store via Amazon
A suitcase is pretty essential for most travelers, so hopefully you already have one. But if not, or you need a replacement, Prime Day is a great time to buy a quality suitcase! Level8 is an affordable brand for those who prefer hard-shell suitcases. It also comes in multiple colors to suit your personality...or just make it easier to find on the conveyor belt.
If you already have your suitcase sorted, a few luggage accessories to make your travels easier are suitcase covers to protect from dents and dings - and also keep your suitcase more hygienic (you can take the germ-y cover off once you get to your lodging).
And with instances of lost luggage on the rise, it's always a good idea to keep an Apple Airtag in any luggage you check!
2. Maximum Audio Comfort
AirFly via Amazon
Now, with the Airfly Duo, two headphones can be connected so you can listen at the same time as a travel companion.
Say goodbye to the days of getting tangled up in headphone wires. Level up your in-flight audio experience with the AirFly bluetooth audio transmitter. It allows you to enjoy the plane's movies, shows, and games using your own headphones.
If you are still looking for comfortable headphones for both travel and home, opt for a noise canceling one like the Bose headphones or Bose earbuds, depending on your preference, to enjoy your own songs or audiobook without the interruption of cranky babies on the plane.
3. Don't Overheat
JISULIFE via Amazon
Carry your cool with you.
Whether you're traveling during the summer months...or to a destination where it's permanently summer, you need to stay cool while you're out and about exploring. This USB powered mini-fan is easy to operate and offers much needed relief for a full day adventure.
4. Fall Asleep Fast
Babelio via Amazon
This device is pocket sized, making it easy to pack and extremely travel friendly!
If you have trouble falling asleep in new places, adding a white noise machine to your nighttime routine can help set the sleepy-time mood and get your body accustomed to rest, no matter the destination.
5. Look and Feel Fresh
NTAYDZSW via Amazon
Make sure your clothes look good, even on the fly.
Keep your clothes wrinkle-free and photo-ready with this portable steamer. Cutting out the struggle of janky hotel irons or hostels that don't have irons at all, you can now keep your clothes looking fresh at the press of a button!
If you haven't already jumped on the bandwagon, packing cubes are another travel necessity that makes keeping your clothes organized a whole lot easier.
6. Stay Powered Up
One Beat Store via Amazon
Power will never be out of reach again.
It never fails that your lodgings when you travel either don't have enough outlets, or they are placed in the most inconvenient spots.
You can easily solve this issue by brining your own power strip! This one has a flat bas to reach behind even the most oddly placed outlet and is also surge protected!
And of course, if you don't have one already, it's always a good idea to buy a universal travel adapter for destinations that have different outlet plugs and voltage usages.
7. Charge In One Place
Hicober Store via Amazon
Talk about a quick recharge.
Cut down on all the charging cables you need to pack when you travel and swap them out for this 3-in-1 charging pad for Apple devices. Charge your phone, watch, and earbuds all on once convenient place! Easy to pack and easy to store!
8. Easy power bank
Belkin via Amazon
Attach a charger directly to your phone while you're on the move.
Keeping your phone charged while on the go really does not get easier than this! Belkin's new slim battery pack magnetically sticks to the back of your phone so you can keep using it wire-free throughout the day and replenish you phone's charge.
However, if you like being able to charge more than one device at a time, having a portable power bank with multiple chargers is ideal!
9. Fashion and Function
Waterfly via Amazon
Keep your stuff stylish and safe.
You always want to have your hands free when you travel, and this cross body bad makes that possible and keeps your stylish in a very simple way! This day pack is large enough to fit all of your necessities (as well as a few snacks) but won't look or feel as bulky as a usual backpack.
It's also a good idea, whether you're traveling or at home, to keep your cards safe in an RFID blocking wallet to prevent credit card swiping.
10. Stay Organized
Muchengbao via Amazon
You never want to leave home without your medications! Packing each individual bottle can get bulky, so just pack what you need in the convenient traveling case that can fit a variety of pills and vitamins. They even come with labels so you never have to second-guess yourself.
Regardless of whether you're traveling with diabetes or traveling with hypothyroidism, if you put your medications in anything other than their prescription bottles, it's good practice to also take pictures of your bottles and all the information listed in case the security check at the airport has any questions. Or if you need an emergency refill while traveling!
Kay Kingsman is a writer and full-time silly goose. Along with being the first person to cripwalk in Antarctica, Kay has been featured in Forbes, Fodor’s, Viator, and her blog The Awkward Traveller.