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What traveler likes the hassles, delays and occasional irritated boredom of traveling? It doesn’t matter whether you’re driving, riding or flying, there are bound to be snafus at some point. Thankfully, some really handy gadgets can help you stay organized, relatively calm and almost relaxed.
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Walkin’ Bag
You probably already have a rolling carry-on bag, but unless you have the Walkin’ Bag, you don’t have a ready-made seat or desk right there with you, too. How many times have you had to wait in a crowded airport waiting with hundreds of others for delayed boarding? Have you traveled from one end of the airport to another and wished there was one—just one—seat available for a five-minute break?
With Walkin’ Bag, all those worries and hassles disappear. Fold down the seat, capable of holding up to 300 pounds, and you can sit and relax while all those others become even more tired and irritated as they stand and lean or just stand and slouch—and wait and wait and wait.
Take care of business or personal email or play a game on your notebook, tablet or laptop. Rest it easily on the seat portion and never worry about it slipping accidentally from your lap.
Next time you take a trip, take Walkin’ Bag, too.
USB Power Pot
Camping enthusiasts will probably enjoy the USB Power Pot. This nifty innovation captures excess heat from, say, campfires and changes it to electrical energy that can be used to charge your cell phone, iPod or even a notebook or tablet. Depending on the connection your unit has, it might even charge your GPS unit as well.
When AC or DC power isn’t exactly in plentiful supply out in the woods, on the mountain or on a rafting trip, take advantage of the energy you are already using—your campfire to help you keep in touch or in tune.
Save on gasoline by not having to run the engine of your car to recharge your devices by using the USB Power Pot instead.
Yaktrax Walker Traction Cleats for Snow and Ice
Designed for pedestrians, slip these cleats over your shoes and enjoy the added safety as you walk from your door to your car, down the sidewalk or across town. The cleats grip the snow and ice for great added traction that multiplies safety for students, parents, seniors, postal carriers, delivery people, business people, shoppers, merchants or anyone else who steps out onto snow and ice.
Very reasonably price at around $11.00, purchase more than one pair and present them to friends, family, neighbors or co-workers as early Christmas presents. They slip on and off very easily but stay secure while wearing them: Get them before the winter storms hit!
Tide to Go Instant Stain Remover
Not quite the type of item you thought you’d see on a travel gadget list? It should be. This terrific low-tech, high-genius gadget looks like a wide magic marker, but while it certainly seems to work like magic, its trick is removing marks and stains—not leaving them. One of the most innovative conveniences to be invented in years, this is the gadget you shouldn’t leave home without!
Keep one in your car, your purse, laptop case or briefcase, your purse and in your luggage. It takes just seconds for stains to disappear, saving considerable money on replacing clothing and on dry cleaning bills. Be sure to test a material in a hidden spot before using where visible, however. Its cleaning agents may not be compatible with all materials.
This article was written by Holly Miller, a writer for Coupon Croc. Packing for your next trip? Shop online for all the essentials and save with Asos discount codes.
