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Tech Tools Abroad!
Jen Renninger

Tech Tools Abroad!

If you can't leave home without it, there's likely a travel-size version that will take up less space in your luggage. These accessories range from mini curling irons and hair dryers to electric toothbrushes. Whether you pack these accessories is up to you. Consider taking a vacation from appliances by leaving them at home though.  You might be pleasently surprised by how little you need.  But there are a few must haves:  Power converters and back up batteries for our phones are a no-brainer.   Read on below for links and suggestions:

Tech Accesories

  • Power Adapters for Europe:  a must have for all your electronics.

USB Adapter //  Plug Adapter

  • Battery backup for your phone and / or tablet:  our long days of travel makes these essential.

Lots of Power // Lighter Power bank

  • A sturdy case for your phone or tablet.

10 best rugged cases

  • A waterproof bag for your electronics :  if your case isnt waterproof you might want to purchase a bag:

Amazon Waterproof phone bags

  • Additional sd cards: will definitely be needed if you plan on bringing a camera.

Amazon SD cards

  • RFID sleeves for your passports and credit cards

Amazon RFID Sleeves // for Passports

Apps Abroad!

  • Must have Apps for staying in touch with loved ones in the states:

Whatsapp  //   Viber  //  Skype

  • For iPhone users:  Find My Friends for keeping an eye on each other while we travel.  Include everyone in your group.

Find my Friends

  • Apparrel Apps!  Helping you pack...

PackPoint  //

  • Documenting your trip: keep a detailed record of your travels, complete with a map track and geotagged photos, videos and audio

LiveTrekker  //

  • Breaking the language barrier!

Google Translate //

Carry on packing!
Jen Renninger

Carry on packing!

With the increase in bag fees,  carry on travel has become popular.  In our case,  our tour is so incredibly busy that managing a full sized bag is not a good idea.  But we are travelling during the summer, so lighter clothes are a must.  That alone is a wonderful starting point.  But don't dispair!  There is no end to the helpful resources avaiable to us! Just look below!

Theres ALWAYS an APP for that!

Packing Pro // Stylebook App // Pack Point // Travel list // Trip List

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And (of course) there is always a BLOG for that too!

Oh Happy Day!  (images below) // Blonde Abroad // Guys Edition The Travel Hub

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Jen Renninger

Safety First

Protect Yourself Against Theft Of Your Devices & Data

Travelling will take you to busy places, some of them more notorious for crime than others. Regardless of the area, as a traveller you are a prime target. There are several things you can do to protect yourself against device theft or to help in the aftermath:

  • Carry your devices near your body.
  • Don’t get too distracted when using tablets or phones in public spaces.
  • Purchase insurance for your devices (and make sure you are covered internationally and for potential work usage).
  • Keep your devices locked when not in use. You might also consider the risks of leaving your applications logged in on your device.
  • Don’t log into sensitive accounts while using public Wi-Fi.
  • Back up your devices before you leave and when staying with friends while travelling.
  • Keep back-ups on-the-go by syncing with web storage like Dropbox or Box.
  • Install applications to help you retrieve a lost phone or tablet – or to delete the data remotely (for iPads, enable the “Find This iPad” feature before you go).