The year 2017 is almost over, and most of you are only left wondering why you didn't travel as much as you had promised yourself in the beginning of the year. Something or the other always cropped up to make you cancel trips, but it's time to make that New Year's resolution. Repeat with me – "I will witness at least 5 new destinations in 2020!" Let this resonate in your mind while entering 2018.
In order to help you with your resolution, I have compiled a list of 18 affordable travel essentials that will ease your travelling exponentially. These travel essentials cost under ₹500 and hence do not burn a hole in your pocket either. Without any further ado, check out these incredible objects and put them in your Amazon cart right away!
1. Inflatable Neck Air Cushion Pillow with Eye Mask and 2 Ear Plugs
If you say tell me that the only reason you cancel your vacations is because you dread those long journeys, I will be able to empathise with you. Sometimes, the uncomfortable duration of flights, trains, buses and car rides are the biggest demotivation from travelling altogether. But this incredible set of products lets you take a nap whenever and wherever using a comfortable pillow for your neck, an eye mask and two ear plugs.
Ideal for: Long journeys
How much: ₹199
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2. Universal Travel Charger Adapter Plug
It's utterly frustrating when you meticulously plan your international trip and yet forget to carry along some of the most important things. A mobile charging adapter plug is one of those things. Plugs are different in different countries, so you need a universal plug that keeps you prepared for wherever you go, and ensures your mobile phone is always on.
Ideal for: International travel
How much: ₹184
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3. Multipurpose Plastic Storage Box with Removable Dividers
If you're on a constant dose of medicines but you need to travel for prolonged periods, this storage box can help you organise all your medicines according to their dosage. You can obviously use it for several other purposes as well, but it's perfect for storing your pills.
Ideal for: Patients on vacation
How much: ₹362
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4. Panda White Sleep Mask
Everyone in this world must strive to become like pandas. They're black, and white, and Asian. If you also strive to partially become one, buy one of these sleep masks and doze off anywhere you want, that too, in style.
Ideal for: Long journeys
How much: ₹199
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5. Roll N Go Toiletry Bag
Isn't it absolutely frustrating when you can't find your toiletries in your massive suitcase amidst all the clutter, especially when you need them the most? Well, this compact rolling travel bag is an answer to all your problems. You can organise all your cosmetics & toiletries and hang them in the washroom wherever you check-in.
Ideal for: Every sort of vacation
How much: ₹219
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6. Toothbrush Holder Case
A universal dental survey extrapolates that 62% of teeth problems occur because of using soiled toothbrushes. And toothbrushes are most prone to getting dirty when you're travelling. Here's the solution to your problems – a cute toothbrush holder case which prevents your toothbrush from getting dirty and also makes it easier to find.
Ideal for: Everyone
How much: ₹159
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7. Universal Silver Stainless Steel Travel Mug
Most of my closest friends always make a big deal about their morning tea/coffee even while travelling. There are some remote destinations where it's not possible for them to get served their life-saving drinks whenever they want. This mug is an answer to their problems. You can heat up all sorts of drinks in this, and it doesn't eat up much power either.
Ideal for: Coffee & tea lovers
How much: ₹510
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8. Dual Compartment Protective Shoe Bag
Sometimes the biggest issue we face while packing for vacations is packing up our shoes and slippers. It's very easy to soil clothes and other things if we pack the footwear with them, and it also becomes inconvenient to dig up shoes from the bottom of our travel bag if we need them urgently somewhere. This dual compartment shoe bag makes it very easy to store our shoes and slippers separately.
Ideal for: Everyone
How much: ₹449
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9. Train Bedding Accessory for Kids
When you become parents, your responsibilities add up manifold. And they multiply exponentially especially when you are travelling. Train journeys in India are somewhat tormenting with upper berths being recipes for disaster during the night. To prevent your small kids from falling off, this bedding accessory is very useful and sturdy. You can buckle it up on the two support straps of the upper berths and enable your children to have a sound sleep without the fear of falling.
Ideal for: Parents of small children
How much: ₹499
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10. Reusable Mosquito Repellent Badge
Although the picture shows a toddler but it can be used by adults while travelling, especially when you are camping somewhere in the mountains. This mosquito repellent badge keeps the mosquitoes away very effectively once you buckle it up on your sleeve.
Ideal for: Hiking, camping
How much: ₹499
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11. 12-in-1 Pedicure & Manicure Kit
When you're living out of a suitcase for prolonged periods, you hardly get the time for basic vanity. Case in point: Sometimes you notice that your finger-nails have grown long but you forgot to bring your nail cutter along. During such times of despair, this 12-in-one basic tool bag will help you with maintaining yourself.
Ideal for: Long vacations
How much: ₹349
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12. 200 Zip Lock Bags – 3x4 Inches
This is the most traditional way to organise things. These zip lock plastic bags can be used to segregate almost any sort of item when you're travelling.
Ideal for: Everyone
How much: ₹150
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13. Baby Mosquito Net Bed (0-9 Months)
Most parents of little children will agree that travelling with them is a gargantuan task. Toddlers aged less than a year are also prone to catch illnesses whenever they're taken out of their comfort zones. Mosquitoes are the biggest cause of diseases and so a compact mosquito net bed is a must while travelling.
Ideal for: Parents of toddlers
How much: ₹430
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14. Multifunctional Hammer Tool
This more able substitute to the classic Swiss Knife gives you many tools in one compact set. Tools included are 1 hammer, 1 axe, 1 pair of pliers, 1 saw, 1 wire cutter, needle nose pliers, 1 Philips head screwdriver, 1 hexagonal screwdriver, and 1 can opener. The material is forged iron and hence it makes it extremely useful for hiking and camping.
Ideal for: DIY solo travellers, mountaineers,
How much: ₹399
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15. Hygienic Handsfree Jet Spray Wash
This jet spray is a god-sent boon for people who like to travel solo to the mountains or to a location where modern facilities are still not available. This portable derriere wash allows you to store water in the container attached at the back and then use it wherever you wish. Quite an invention, this one!
Ideal for: Trekkers, explorers
How much: ₹270
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16. 3 Vacuum Storage Bags For Clothes
How many times have you cribbed about not having enough space for keeping your clothes in your travel bags! The answer could be infinite. But these little vacuum bags can actually more than double up your storage space. After keeping your clothes, quilt, pillows, etc. inside these bags, these can be compressed using a normal home vacuum cleaner. This is magic.
Ideal for: Everyone
How much: ₹539
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17. Shake To Recharge Flash Light
A torch that recharges itself without any battery. Sounds like a dream. Here it is for you. You simply shake it to recharge and start using it on your treks and during your night strolls.
Ideal for: Trekkers
How much: ₹270
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18. Ozomax Explora Travel Iron
Say goodbye to those days when you need to wear a crushed shirt to an official meeting, out of station just because you can't carry your iron with you. This light-weight iron with a foldable handle is perfect for people who live out of a suitcase. Never wear crushed clothes while away from home, and make your memories better!
Ideal for: Everyone
How much: ₹550
Buy it here.
There you have it, folks! You needed a reason to travel more in 2018, but we gave you 18. Now you won't be left with any excuses to not make 2018 a year of travel for you. And if you haven't yet, join Tripoto today to make your life full of travel.
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