Traveling is exciting, but actually getting to your destination can be an exhausting experience at any age. Younger travelers may have more tolerance for the inevitable mishaps that you will encounter on your trip, like sleeping on airport benches or traveling in a car with poor AC. All of those metaphorical travel road bumps become a much bigger deal when you reach your later years. Sometimes, putting up with those can seem like an impossible task and can make a senior adventurer rethink their vacation. Luckily, there are solutions to many of these problems. From organization to matters of practicality and comfort, these items will make traveling just a little bit easy for senior jet-setters.
Lightweight Waterproof Rain Jacket, Packable for Travel
You always want to be prepared for all weather situations when you travel. But bringing different jackets can take up a lot of precious space. Not with this rain jacket! It packs down into the size of a large wallet, perfect for any carry-on or backpack when you’re exploring.
Pros
- Waterproof and windproof raincoat: This hooded rain jacket is made of super waterproof material, it’s lightweight, breathable, easy to pack, and comfortable to wear! It will keep you dry and cool on every rainy day!
- Easy to pack rain jacket: This coat comes with a carrying pouch, is easy to carry when on the go, and is great to keep in your backpack, purse, or car. This is a casual, loose, fashionably styled rain jacket.
Superfy Hand Sanitizer Spray Credit Card Travel Size, .67 oz, 8-pack
Superfy created another innovative way to ensure you’re prepared with these credit card-sized travel hand sanitizers. This flat design fits easily in pockets, wallets, and purses.
Pros:
- The sanitizer spray contains 75% ethyl alcohol to kill bacteria and germs on the go.
- Each is infused with a premium fragrance aroma to freshen the air as well.
- The fast-acting spray leaves hands and surfaces dry in 15 seconds, leaving no residue behind.
Top Flying Pick
+MD 3 Pairs Bamboo Compression Socks
The +MD Ultimate Travel Bamboo Compression Socks are the ultimate medical-grade travel socks.
Pros:
- The compression level, 8-15mmHg, is light enough to comfortably wear on long flights and road trips to combat edema.
- The bamboo material is moisture-wicking and has anti-microbial properties to naturally reduce odors and discomfort.
Durable 50L Travel Laptop Backpack with USB Charging Port
This 50L Travel Backpack is an excellent low-priced option for the traveler needed dependable functionality. It’s designed specifically for easy airport travel.
Pros:
- Unfolds freely 180 degrees for TSA security purposes.
- Includes a USB charging port for all your tech devices.
- The 50L capacity makes it a must-have for multiday travels!
Bentoko 6 Piece Travel Packing Cube Organizer Set (Cobalt Blue)
If you’ve never traveled with packing cubes, then this product can change your travel lives. Planning a long road trip, but you don’t want to pull out all the suitcases for a quick hotel overnight? Problem solved. Plus, when you get to your destination, it makes for quick unpacking because all of your clothes are already perfectly separated. When the trip is over, you have the perfect place for any dirty clothes, too.
Pros:
- Unlike traditional packing cubes, Bentokō packing cubes offer an additional side zip pocket to give those extra special things a place of their own.
- Upgraded 2-way invisible zipper to prevent catching on clothes, mesh tops for breathability & visibility, top handle for easy grabbing or carrying separately.
Bagsmart Electronics Travel Organizer Bag
Bagsmart’s case is small but mighty. The bag comes with three Velcro dividers that you can move around the interior of the bag to your liking. These dividers will come in handy for changing the layout of the bag to suit whatever you’re carrying and give all your items an adequate bumper for protection.
In addition to the Velcro dividers, the top lid of the bag has a mesh pocket that’s large enough to fit an iPad Mini. There’s also an SD card pouch so you won’t lose your SD card in the chaos of the rest of the bag.
Pros:
- The case features a hard shell Nylon pouch exterior that keeps your device and valuable data protected.
- Interior secure-fit Velcro divider and zippered closure that keeps your hard drive securely in place during transport.
- The internal slim mesh pocket allows you to store necessary cords without unnecessary damage.
Tinyat T201 Travel Fanny Pack
Tinyat’s fanny pack looks and feels luxurious, yet is quite affordable.
The waist pack adjusts to waist sizes of 16 inches to 40 inches, so it’s built for smaller-sized people, including kids. You can also carry it around your shoulder if that better suits your needs!
This fanny pack comes in 18 different styles, ranging from a fun print with flamingos to a textured gray color.
The pack is made with durable nylon, and the interior is lined with a lovely orange fabric to protect your belongings from outside irritants.
Pros:
- Discreet back pocket to keep your valuables hidden.
- Lightweight and fashionable
- Made of durable material
Zoppen Mulit-purpose Rfid Blocking Travel Passport Wallet (Ver.4) Tri-fold Document Organizer Holder, Wine Red / Burgundy
If you like to keep all your items in the same place, Zoppen’s passport cover is the perfect choice for you.
Zoppen’s multi-purpose passport cover doubles as a fully-functioning wallet. Thanks to synthetic leather, the wallet is durable, unlikely to scratch, and feels firm and sturdy to the touch.
With a tri-fold closure, there’s space for just about everything you could possibly need to carry with you, including credit cards, cash, pen holder, SIM card pouch, key holder, ticket compartment, and even a pocket to securely stash a smartphone. And of course, a pocket to easily slide in and out a passport, a great feature for checkpoints that require to see a passport sans case.
Pros:
- Lots of pockets for extra organization
- Fits U.S. money without folder
TUMI – Luggage Electric Travel Adaptor Plug with Ballistic Case
The Tumi Electric Adaptor is a convenient travel device that provides four different plug configurations in one unit for non-grounded electrical connectivity that works in 150 countries. It is suitable for use with most 2-pole plugs protection classII and provides a safe way to plug in and power your portable, non-grounded devices when you travel. The Tumi Electric Adaptor can be used with a range of devices including MP3 players, digital cameras, mobile phones, GPSs, PDAs and travel speakers.
Pros:
- Pieces are compact so it won’t take up much room in precious luggage space.
- You can plug a device in and also charge through a USB port at the same time.
MLVOC Travel Pillow 100% Pure Memory Foam Neck Pillow
This memory foam travel pillow will provide perfect support with it’s perfect curved shape design. The pillow will better position your neck so you can avoid having your head fall forward and dealing with neck pain for the rest of your trip. With the added adjustable rope lock, you can adjust the angle and the size of the pillow so it can choose to provide support and comfort where you need it.
Pros:
- Features sweat-resistant fabric
- Comes with an improved travel bag that allows the neck pillow to compress down to ½ its size. With its snap strap, this pillow can be attached to your carry on luggage without taking up extra space.
Bladeless Cooling Portable Neck Fan
When it’s finally time to get out of the house and start enjoying the outdoors again, you want to stay cool and comfortable while you’re camping, watching sports, enjoying the beach, or just kicking back in your backyard.
Enjoy the outdoors while keeping cool with a travel-friendly neck fan that’s lightweight, hands-free, and makes it easy to relax even when the heat starts to rise.
Hands-Free Neck Fan helps cool you down with adjustable fan speeds that provide 360 of coverage. Perfect for everyday use or when you’re enjoying the big game, it’s the ideal fan for those who want to cool down even when they’re on the move.
Pros:
- Long-lasting battery.
- The adjustable bracket can fine-tune the direction of the airflow.
Travel Money Belt
Light, comfortable, and slim, this belt is the perfect travel accessory whether you are an occasional airport traveler or an avid backpacker. The soft strap adjusts snugly around the waist to fit both men and women. It features two compartments and pockets inside the hidden pouch. This belt is able to fit multiple US passports and keep all of your credit cards organized. The moisture-wick backing will keep the pouch cool against your skin, especially useful for all-day use or in warm climates.
Pros:
- Includes theft insurance and lifetime recovery service for lost items. You will be reimbursed $250 if your items are stolen.
- RFID Block Protection is built right into the fabric of the money belt. Anything you put in the belt will be protected against electronic theft.
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