TOUCH & GO
Editor’s Picks
Must haves for summer travel.
Travel is always an adventure, and that surely applies when it comes to packing for a long trip. What to take, what to leave at home, and what you will ultimately use the most when you are traveling. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite travel friendly products that will take care of your travel needs.
APPLE WORLD TRAVEL ADAPTER KIT
You must have these! Set of seven AC plugs for different world power plugs, each laser- etched with the regions they are compatible with. Works with ipod, iphone and ipad, and compatible with Macbook adapters. apple.com, $35
321 FILTERED WATER BOTTLE FOR TRAVEL
In some countries, filtered water is just the safest way to go. This reusable 500ml water bottle is BPA and BPS free, has a unique patented filter tree plunger mechanism that filters out water impurities. Comes apart for easy cleaning. The 321 filter tablet lasts for 125 refills, which is approximately 63 liters of great tasting water per filter! 321water.com, $25
OSTRICH ORIGINAL IMMERSIVE SLEEP PILLOW
Filled with microbeads for maximum comfort and lightness and covered in viscose for softness, this wacky looking but amazing travel pillow is ergonomically designed to provide maximum quality sleep in an immersive cocoon. The quality of sleep is so good, it actually reduces jet lag for me. Also, if you are a non-socializer on an airplane, this is a great way to keep the chatters away! ostrichpillow.com, $89
JERGENS + PROTECT SPF MOISTURIZER
Known for their amazing moisturizers, this summer product also offers SPF 20 and Natural Glow which gradually adds naturally looking color to your skin. And it comes in a convenient travel size. walmart.com, $6
AIR SELFIE FLYING PORTABLE CAMERA
The first portable drone camera with integrated phone case. So this is SUPER cool and a must have for all you serial travelers! A revolutionary pocket- size flying camera that connects with your smartphone to let you take HD photos from the sky - up to 20 meters away on a 5 MP anti-vibration camera. Capture wide, original photos, awesome selfies and travel videos. airselfiecamera.com, $279
RYU QUICK PACK LUX 1.1
Award winning 18L backpack from Rule Your Universe that is perfect as a travelers day pack, or ideal as your second small carry-on. Holds a 15” laptop or tablet, personal stuff and a quick zip pocket at the top for smartphone or passport. Hang it anywhere and the unique drop front design opens for easy packing, organizing and accessing your gear. Lightweight and easy to carry. Unisex color and design. ryu.ca, $199