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Vasco travel packing cubes set
Backpacking & Outdoors Business travel Luggage 

REVIEWED: Vasco travel packing cubes set

June 20, 2019November 14, 2020 jamiealexcarter packing, travel pack

Get neat and tidy when traveling with this seven-piece kit

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Cauldryn Coffee smart flask
Camping Gadgets Reviews 

REVIEWED: Cauldryn Coffee smart flask

June 13, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter commuting, flask, hiking, travel battery

A 16 oz. vacuum flask that can heat-up water … as long as you’re not in a rush

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Kew Labs K1 Bluetooth wireless speaker
Bluetooth speakers Reviews 

REVIEWED: Kew Labs K1 Bluetooth wireless speaker

June 6, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Bluetooth, speaker, speakers, travel speaker

Handy in a hotel room, this portable and waterproof 360° speaker is also great around the pool

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Adero intelligent organizational system
Business travel Gadgets Reviews Travel tech 

REVIEWED: Adero intelligent organizational system

May 30, 2019May 13, 2020 jamiealexcarter security, tracker, travel

This system of Bluetooth trackers for keeping valuables and luggage in sync is your new personal assistant for packing

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Eagle Creek Gear Warrior 4-Wheel International Carry On
Business travel Luggage Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Eagle Creek Gear Warrior 4-Wheel International Carry On

May 23, 2019November 14, 2020 jamiealexcarter 4-wheeler, carry-on, laptop bag, Luggage, suitcase

This 34-liter carry-on is ideal for a weekend away or a business trip

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Xcentz Desktop Charging Station
Business travel Chargers Reviews 

REVIEWED: Xcentz Desktop Charging Station

May 16, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter laptop charger, USB charger, USB Charger Hub

With USB-C and fast-charge USBs, this 48W 5-port charger is handy for work trips

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Travis Touch Plus pocket translator
Gadgets Reviews Travel tech 

REVIEWED: Travis Touch Plus pocket translator

May 9, 2019June 24, 2020 jamiealexcarter Translator

A simple to use point-and-shoot translator that’s not entirely convincing

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Kingston Technology Nucleum Hub
Business travel Gadgets Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Kingston Technology Nucleum Hub

May 7, 2019July 6, 2020 jamiealexcarter hub, Kingston, USB Charger Hub, usb-c

A useful little 7-in-1 USB-C hub for ultra-lite laptops that’s ideal for trips with a laptop

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Shure MOTIV MV88+ Video Kit
Gadgets Phoneography Reviews Travel tech 

REVIEWED: Shure MOTIV MV88+ Video Kit

April 30, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Manfrotto, microphone, travel video, video

Capture awesome audio on your travels with this small, easy to use and excellent quality recording rig

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Xcentz 3680W Universal Power Adapter
Business travel Reviews Travel tech 

REVIEWED: Xcentz 3680W Universal Power Adapter

April 25, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter adaptor

With USB-PD for charging laptops and Quick Charge 3.0, this comprehensive adaptor proves a good value option for anyone traveling

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Kandao QooCam
360 cameras cameras Reviews Travel Photography 

REVIEWED: Kandao QooCam

April 18, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter 360, 3D, camera

This triple-lens novelty camera does 360°, 3D and ‘shoot first, refocus later’ bokeh background blur photos, but it’s a handful

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Evo Global Travel Adapter
Business travel Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Evo Global Travel Adapter

April 11, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter adaptor, travel light

At just 49g, this ultra-thin universal adapter is the world’s smallest, but it’s only for smartphones and tablets

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Onyx Boox Note Pro
Business travel e-reader ebook Phones & Tablets Reviews 

Reviewed: Onyx Boox Note Pro 10.3-inch tablet

April 4, 2019June 23, 2020 jamiealexcarter Android, e-reader, ebook, ebook reader, ereader, tablet

With this Android-based 10-inch e-ink tablet you can read and annotate any file thanks to its open Android OS

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CableGear universal laptop charger
Chargers MacBook & ultrabooks Reviews Travel light Travel tech 

Reviewed: CableGear universal laptop charger

March 31, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter laptop charger

If you travel with a laptop, it’s time to ditch the universal adapter

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Campground of the Future
Camping 

What will camping be like in 2030?

March 21, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Campground of the Future, camping, Kampgrounds of America

From retractable roofs to voice control, here’s what campgrounds will be like in the future

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LG Gram laptop
Business travel Laptops productivity Reviews 

REVIEWED: LG Gram 17Z990 Ultra-Lightweight Laptop

March 15, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter laptop, LG, ultrabook

Weighing just 1.3 kg/2.95 lbs, is this the ultimate ultra-light laptop?

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hand luggage on a long-haul flight
Backpacking & Outdoors Business travel In-flight Travel light Travel tech 

What to put in your hand luggage on a long-haul flight

February 28, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter In-flight, travel light, travel pack, travelling light

From noise-cancelling earphones to a zero-gravity pen, here’s what you should be keeping close to you on planes

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MP Magic Socks
Backpacking & Outdoors Clothing Quick-drying Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: MP Magic Socks

February 21, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter od, quick-drying, socks, travel light, travel pack, traveling light, wicking

These ‘metal infusion’ antibacterial socks are good for a week of stink free travel

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Audio Technica ATH-SR30BT headphones
Headphones Travel tech 

Audio Technica ATH-SR30BT headphones review

February 14, 2019June 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Bluetooth, Bluetooth headset, headphones

With a 70-hour battery, these wireless headphones bring clarity on a long-haul trip (or two) 

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Aluratek Airstream Bluetooth audio transmitter
In-flight Travel light Travel tech 

REVIEWED: Aluratek Airstream in-flight Bluetooth audio transmitter

February 6, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Bluetooth, In-flight, inflight

Upgrade your flight experience by Bluetooth enabling any in-flight entertainment system.

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Moleskine Traveller's Journal
Journals 

REVIEWED: Moleskine Traveller’s Journal 

January 31, 2019June 27, 2020 jamiealexcarter journal, moleskin, notebook, travel diary, travel journal, travel planner

Beautifully crafted with space for 20 short or six long trips, this travel journal proves a great antidote to the

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Chrome Niko camera backpack
Backpacking & Outdoors Travel Photography 

REVIEWED: Chrome Niko camera backpack

January 24, 2019November 14, 2020 jamiealexcarter backpack, camera backpack, camera bag, photo, travel photography

Tough, watertight and with a unique way of gripping a tripod, this 23-litre bag is fit for photography expeditions 

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Manfrotto Befree Advanced
cameras Reviews Travel Photography 

REVIEWED: Manfrotto Befree Advanced travel tripod

January 17, 2019June 27, 2020 jamiealexcarter Manfrotto, travel photography, Travel tripod, tripod

Flexible, sturdy and reasonably lightweight, this tripod makes a dependable travel companion

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CES 2019: Five travel gadgets
Gadgets Travel tech Wearables 

CES 2019: Five incredible travel gadgets debuting in Las Vegas this week

January 10, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter CES, CES 2019, conferences, dash cams, dashcam, dashcams, Gadgets, Luggage, wearable camera, wearables

From robot luggage to a ‘second brain’ that memorises faces, tech’s biggest annual convention has a lot of travel tech

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Surge Mini true wireless earphones
Earphones Headphones Travel light Travel tech 

Surge Mini true wireless earphones

January 9, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Bluetooth, earbuds, earphones, headphones, wireless

Who needs Apple AirPods? A huge charging pod that can also refuel a phone helps these great value earbuds be

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Backpacking & Outdoors 

REVIEWED: Solo New York Unbound Backpack

January 3, 2019March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter backpacks, laptop bag, laptop bags

Tech stays safe with this good value urban backpack

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Mous Limitless phone case
Cases & Covers 

REVIEWED: Mous Limitless phone case

December 20, 2018June 19, 2020 jamiealexcarter case, cases, phone case

Military-grade protection and with space for storing a spare SIM card and a SIM card remover, this phone case for

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Huawei Mate Pro
Phones & Tablets 

REVIEWED: Huawei Mate 20 Pro smartphone

December 15, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Android phones, Huawei, mobile, phone

With a capable ultra-wide camera, two SIM slots and unique reverse wireless charging, is this curved 6.4-inch phone the best

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Land Rover Explore smartphone
Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel tech 

REVIEWED: Land Rover Explore smartphone

December 6, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Android, Android phones, phone, smartphone, smartphones

The first ‘adventure phone’ runs on Android and comes with extra battery power … and augmented reality

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Swarovski Optik 15x56 SLC binoculars
binoculars Reviews 

REVIEWED: Swarovski Optik 15×56 SLC binoculars

November 29, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter binoculars

Classy magnification ideal for safari, wildlife and stargazing trips, but the iPhone adaptor for taking photos is a challenge to

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Libratone Q Adapt
Business travel Earphones Headphones In-flight Noice cancelling 

REVIEWED: Libratone Q Adapt on-ear headphones

November 22, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter earphones, headphones, noise cancelling, noise-cancelling headphones

Wireless Bluetooth noise-cancelling for the half the price … and half the quality

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JBL Tune600BTNC
Business travel Earphones Headphones In-flight Noice cancelling 

REVIEWED: JBL Tune600BTNC wireless noise-cancelling headphones

November 15, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter headphon, headphones, noise cancelling, noise-cancelling headphones

Incredibly affordable and surprisingly effective, these Bluetooth cans make a play for the economy cabin

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GoPro Fusion
360 cameras 

REVIEWED: GoPro Fusion

November 1, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter 360, GoPro, GoPro Fusion

The waterproof 360-shooter that’s great for travellers with time on their hands (and a laptop)

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Insta360 One X
360 cameras Travel Photography Travel tech 

REVIEWED: Insta360 One X action camera

October 25, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter 360, Action cam, camera, Insta360, One X, travel camera, video

Want unique-looking short and shareable videos from your travels? This pocket-sized action camera delivers some intriguing special effects

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WiWu Switch Backpack
Backpacking & Outdoors Business travel Luggage 

REVIEWED: WiWu Switch Backpack

October 17, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter backpack

This cleverly designed 4-in-1 bag presents a lot of options for work trips and overnight stays

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Moshi Ionbank 10K portable battery
Batteries Business travel Travel tech 

REVIEWED: Moshi Ionbank 10K portable battery

October 11, 2018November 1, 2020 jamiealexcarter battery, Moshi, portable battery, travel battery

Travel without cables with this stylish all-in-one’s with built-in Apple Lightning

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Insta360 ONE X action camera
360 cameras Phoneography 

PREVIEWED: Insta360 ONE X action camera

October 10, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter 360, camera, Insta360

Our first impressions of the new 360° camera with 5.7K, groundbreaking stabilization and cinematic slow-mo

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Billingham Galbin 10  binocular case
binoculars Cases & Covers 

REVIEWED: Billingham Galbin 10 binocular case

October 9, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter binoculars, case, cases

Lightweight and beautifully crafted, this waterproof case brings comfort, protection, and style in spades

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OGIO Renegade RSS Laptop Backpack
Backpacking & Outdoors Business travel Luggage Reviews 

REVIEWED: OGIO Renegade RSS Laptop Backpack

October 3, 2018June 22, 2020 jamiealexcarter backpack, backpacks, laptop bag, rucksack, rucksacks, travel backpack, travel pack

If you like pockets, padding, and protection, this urban backpack is ideal for traveling with tech

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Boundary MK-1 camera case
Reviews Travel Photography 

REVIEWED: Boundary MK-1 camera case

October 2, 2018October 11, 2020 jamiealexcarter camera bag

Hate having to choose between a great backpack and a camera backpack? This modular insert for 22-liter backpacks is worth

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Boundary Prima System
Backpacking & Outdoors Business travel Luggage Travel Photography 

REVIEWED: Boundary Prima System modular travel backpack

September 27, 2018October 11, 2020 jamiealexcarter bag, camera bag, laptop bag

Why have separate bags for the office, for travel, and for photography? This brilliantly designed modular backpack that handles all

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Padmate PaMu Scroll BT 5.0 earphones
Earphones 

REVIEWED: Padmate PaMu Scroll BT 5.0 earphones

September 24, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter earphones, headphones, true wireless, wireless

Now with wireless charging and Bluetooth 5.0, these ‘true wireless’ earphones excel

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Rugged Tough Cameras - Olympus-Tough-TG-5
cameras Travel Photography Travel tech 

REVIEWED: Olympus Tough TG-5 compact camera

September 20, 2018July 4, 2020 jamiealexcarter adventure, camera, olympus, tough camera, travel, travel photography, travel photos

Waterproof and drop-proof, this action camera-killer can shoot RAW photos and 4K video

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5 quick-dry t-shirt and tops
Backpacking & Outdoors Clothing Quick-drying Reviews Travel light 

Five quick-drying t-shirts and tops for traveling light

September 13, 2018June 27, 2020 jamiealexcarter quick-drying, t-shirt, travel, travel light, travel pack, travelling light, ultralight

Need a sweat-wicking, easy-care, quick-dry t-shirt for your next adventure? These merino wool or bamboo tees are great all-rounders

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Manfrotto TwistGrip & HandGrip
Gadgets Reviews 

REVIEWED: Manfrotto TwistGrip & HandGrip

September 6, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Manfrotto, photography kit, travel photography

A second look at this updated premium universal smartphone clamp reveals a more solid grip on a phone that gives

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EatWith App
Apps & websites Reviews 

REVIEWED: EatWith social dining app

August 30, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter apps, food, travel, travel food

Food tours are hottest new trend in travel. This app lets you eat your way to new experiences

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Fujifilm FinePix XP130
Backpacking & Outdoors cameras Reviews Travel light Travel Photography Travel tech Waterproof 

REVIEWED: Fujifilm FinePix XP130

August 24, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter camera, tough camera

A short battery life and disappointing photos leaves this well-designed ‘rugged’ travel camera looking second best to smartphones

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SueMe Bamboo Tee
Backpacking & Outdoors Clothing Hiking Quick-drying Reviews Travel light 

Reviewed: SueMe King of the Mountains bamboo tee

August 16, 2018June 27, 2020 jamiealexcarter bamboo, merino, quick-drying, travel light, travel shirt, travelling light

Ultra-lightweight and quick drying, this 70% bamboo, 30% cotton t-shirt works well as a single layer for travel in humid

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Onkyo E700M earphones
Earphones Headphones In-flight Travel light 

REVIEWED: Onkyo E700M earphones

August 10, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter earphones, headphones

These aluminium in-ears with microphone make a good value choice for trips, but don’t expect longevity

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Beach gadgets Xtorm Waterproof Power Bank -top
Backpacking & Outdoors Beach holidays Gadgets 

Five must-have gadgets for beach holidays

August 2, 2018March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter beach

From beach bags and batteries to phone protection and pillows, here’s what to take to the beach this summer

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