Stop carrying a bag of random converters. You need one adapter that works in 150+ countries and charges your laptop at full speed. 1. The Best Overall: EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter Verdict: The gold standard. It handles high wattage (up to 880W at 110V), has 4 USB ports, and a fuse that actually works. If … Read more
Losing your phone abroad is a nightmare. Losing access to your bank account because you forgot the password is a catastrophe. Here is why a password manager is essential gear. 1. The “Digital Vault” for Documents NordPass isn't just for passwords. Use the Secure Notes feature to store scans of your Passport, Visas, and Vaccine … Read more
Your cables are a mess. Stop throwing them in the bottom of your bag. We compare the two heavyweights of organization. 1. The Power User: Peak Design Tech Pouch Capacity: Huge. Origami-style pockets means you can fit a MacBook charger, mouse, power bank, and 10 cables without it becoming a brick. Pros: Stands upright on … Read more
We flew SYD to LAX (14 hours) with both headsets. One gave us a headache. One let us sleep. Here is the breakdown. The Contenders The Incumbent: Sony WH-1000XM5. The industry standard for ANC. The Challenger: Bose QuietComfort Ultra. The king of comfort. Round 1: Noise Cancellation Winner: Sony. The XM5 adapts to cabin pressure … Read more
The golden rule of travel apparel: If you can't wear it three days in a row, don't pack it. We built the ultimate uniform that transitions from the plane to the boardroom to the bar. 1. The Base: Woolly Merino Tee Cotton absorbs sweat and smells. Merino wool wicks moisture and is naturally antimicrobial. You … Read more
Time is the only resource you can't buy back. Except at the airport. TSA PreCheck ($78/5 years) Best For: Domestic US travelers. Keep shoes/laptop on. Essential. Global Entry ($100/5 years) Best For: International travelers. Includes TSA PreCheck. Skip the customs line when re-entering the US. CLEAR ($189/year) Best For: Frequent fliers at major hubs. Skip … Read more
The goal: One pair of shoes. From the TSA line to a Michelin dinner to a 10km walk. 1. Vivobarefoot Motus Strength The Barefoot Choice. Zero drop, wide toe box, leather style. Packs completely flat. 2. Cole Haan Zerogrand The Hybrid. Dress shoe upper, sneaker sole. Ultra-light and office appropriate. 3. Geox Spherica 4×4 The … Read more
Cotton kills. Polyester stinks. Merino wool is the cheat code for one-bag travel. It regulates temperature and resists odor for days. Why Merino? Odor Resistance: Wear a shirt for 3 days. No smell. Really. Thermo-regulation: Keeps you cool in heat, warm in cold. Quick Dry: Wash in the hotel sink, dry by morning. Top Picks … Read more
Cable chaos is the enemy. A good tech pouch keeps your chargers, dongles, and SD cards ready for deployment. 1. Peak Design Tech Pouch The Organizer. Origami-style layout. It holds a ton but stays upright on your desk. 2. Bellroy Tech Kit The Minimalist. Sleek, smooth leather, lays flat. Better for slim briefcases. 3. Aer … Read more
Silence is the ultimate luxury at 30,000 feet. We tested the flagship ANC headphones to see which one actually drowns out the crying baby in 4A. The Winner: Sony WH-1000XM5 Verdict: The king of silence. The ANC is adaptive and eerily good. Battery life (30h) survives the longest haul. Pros: Class-leading ANC, lightweight. Cons: Doesn't … Read more