In today’s world it’s hard to do anything without electronics, including travel. It’s even harder when you depend on everything working well and suddenly it’s not. Here are my recommendations including chargers, adapters, readers and laptops to bring with you on the road.
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Travel Adapters and Plugs:
I recommend ordering adapters before you go. It’s way cheaper than buying at the airport (the ones I saw were $30 a piece) and way easier than driving around town looking for just the right one while all your computers, phones, and devices slowly go dead. A 3 pack would be perfect and these are not the ones we got – we were those other people. If you’re going to the EU and UK you may be better buying a more expensive universal. Regardless it’s better to bring these with you. We finally found some leaving Denmark. I recommending just getting them now. Also consider getting European USB chargers and/or may be computer adapters. Please check with your computer charger first and make sure it is compatible with European plugs. If you plan to charge everything in one spot one universal with USB plugs may be all you need. If you generally have things charging all over the place you may want to purchase other options.
Phone Battery Back Up Charger
We try to keep 2 of these in our backpacks just in case our phones get low and we don’t have a place to plug them in. It is no fun being in an airport or in a strange town with a dead phone – especially if all your information (and boarding passes) are saved on the phone. We have 2 of the round lipstick size ones. They work well if you remember to charge them.
Phone Charger Adapters
It’s not a bad idea to have a phone charger for the car (some will come with USB adapters but in our experience they don’t often work). Also carry a couple of extra cords. They don’t take up much space and are easily lost.
Kindle
I absolutely recommend getting a Kindle and signing consider signing up for kindle unlimited. I’ve become a big reader and it’s really important for the kids to read as much as possible. I prefer the paperwhite versions. They are easier to read in the sunlight and do not strain the eyes like other electronics. We have one for the family but 2 would be better so that more of us can read at a time. I have an older version but if I was to buy a new one this is what I would get.
Also I recommend going ahead and getting a Kindle Case to protect your Kindle. I also like that the covers make them seem a little less electronically. This is not the one we have but it looks nice.
Kid’s Kindle Fire
The price of these keeps getting better. I really try to limit electronics with my kids but we make exceptions on flights and long days. Plus these are great for homeschool and learning to read. They come with a kid resistant case and a 2 year warranty. We bought a package of 2 and I hope to put them to good use soon. We subscribe to Kindle Unlimited as well. I’ve more than gotten my money out of it.
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Laptops
This is the Computer that my 10yo daughter has used for the last 3 years. It’s sturdy, simple, and easy to use. I’m actually using it now to build this webpage. It’s a Chromebook and not going to be able to do heavy lifting that other systems can but for internet and photo sorting it works just fine. The ideal laptop for travel is one that is small, hardy, still quick, but that won’t break the bank if it gets lost or broken.
ASUS
We bought my 6 yo son this Chromebook (I’m not sure if there is a touchscreen version) and have been very happy with it. It’s a small, sturdy laptop that travels well. I’ve used it for myself and it does perfectly fine with everything I have asked it to do (except not being a touchscreen). It’s a great for home school, internet, and the easy stuff. My husband has recently been using this for his work computer as well (his laptop suddenly and unexpectantly turned in to an expensive paperweight). This laptop has done well although it can’t keep up with everything he needs to do (he has some work programs that are not compatible with chrome). It’s super easy to fold up and carry around with you.
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Kids Travel Accessories, Electronics, Car Seats and Boosters, Kids Clothing , Travel Supplies, For the Beach, Gifts for Travelers, Home/World School
