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If you’re going on a trip, you want it to be “smooth sailing.” Some people, like my Dad, take this saying literally; he bought special anti-nausea ear patches on Amazon for his first ocean cruise to Norway. And guess what? They worked! Considering he barfed on a ferry ride during his first date with my Mom, this is pretty amazing. 

If only they had Amazon back then.

Long story short, don’t be like my Dad in 1990. Be like my Dad in 2018. For anyone going on a trip, Amazon has a dizzying array of products. While some of their products are pretty weird, travelers are sure to find something that works for them.

But when trying to find that perfect item, we know the process can be overwhelming. Whether you’re feeling pressured by the constant countdowns, the urge to calculate discounts or the sinking feeling of a missed deal, fear not! Shorten the search by checking out our list of the best Amazon products for travelers.

ENTITY explains why power banks are one of the best Amazon products out there.

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1 Upgrade that travel adapter and invest in a power bank.

Imagine stuffing sixteen people in a hostel room with exactly one outlet. This actually happened to me in Romania, and the situation quickly descended into survival of the fittest. The people who had brought their own power banks lounged coolly in their beds feeling confident. After all, they could take photos and access social media for the rest of the day without running out of juice. The rest of us, however, hovered nervously around the outlet arguing whose turn it was. 

After that trip, I made sure to purchase a power bank and upgrade my travel adapter.

Why would someone upgrade their adapter if they already have one? Because it probably doesn’t have a USB port. Since USB cables can charge various electronics, modern adapters now include one or two USB ports. Try these or these all-in-ones for a better adapter experience.

A power bank, on the other hand, is a heavy-duty portable charger. Some have a long battery life, some can charge multiple devices at once and some can even power laptops. This one offers fast charging as well as 10,000mAh of power  meaning it can recharge an iPhone 8 three times and a Samsung S8 twice. It’s also portable and comes with a travel pouch.

While I know some people pack power strips, keep in mind this only works for domestic travel and large luggage. If you want to go big like that, go for it. But for me, since I have friends in Europe who request presents whenever I visit, extra room and American power strips are not an option!

2 Treat yourself to a cute passport cover.

ENTITY explains why passport covers are one of the best Amazon products for travelers.

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Accessorize the most important thing on any packing list: your passport. Even though Customs may ask to remove them at the counter, the extra personality is so worth it. Plus, it preserves the integrity of this super-important document and allows tourists to travel under the radar, leaving others guessing what country they’re from.

Despite all these excellent reasons to buy a passport cover, sometimes the in-store options are underwhelming. That’s where Amazon comes in! There are choices for every material, pattern and price range. Some even come with extra pockets or options for customization, like this cute cover. And if you have Prime and get free two-day shipping, you’ll have it in time for your next flight! Score.

3 Stop worrying and buy these next-gen travel bottles.

Photo of the inside of luggage. ENTITY shares why travel-sized bottles are one of the best Amazon products for travelers.

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For people all about that carry-on life, the worst thing is when toiletries take up too much room. Sure, travel-sized products are available, but what if someone’s favorite shampoo doesn’t come in that size? Or the TSA takes away a half-empty container that’s only a little bigger than the three-ounce limit? (This happened to my Dad recently. Again with the Dad stories.)

Enter this assortment of silicone travel bottles. They have a wide mouth for easy filling and a triple sealing cap to prevent leakage. The bottles work for shampoo, conditioner, and body wash: the full set!

Now knowing the best Amazon products for travelers, go forth with the certainty of electronics charged, toiletries TSA-approved and important documents cute and secure. After all, aren’t those some of the top things we worry about whenever we travel?

Happy shopping! And more importantly, happy traveling!

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