14 great travel items real-world travelers are buying in the Amazon Big Spring Sale
This year, real-world travelers are snapping up practical, packable and powerful gear and utility items during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, from the cheap and cheerful to great deals on premium items.
These 14 items are bestsellers with real-world travelers for good reason. Here's what smart travelers are adding to their carts while the deals are hot.
Avantree Relay Bluetooth adapter — $31.49 (normally $39.99)
This pocket-size gadget lets you connect your own Bluetooth headphones to inflight entertainment systems — meaning you don't need to put up with the cheap earphones provided by the airline.
Buy: Avantree Relay Bluetooth adapter on Amazon for $31.49 (normally $39.99)
Apple AirTags, pack of 4 — $69.99 (normally $99)
Losing luggage is every traveler's nightmare. AirTags help you keep track of your belongings wherever they may be. TPG staffers swear by them.
Buy: Apple AirTags on Amazon for $69.99 (normally $99), Apple AirTag (individual tag) for $24 (normally $29)
Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro, 128GB) — $399 (normally $499)
The ultimate inflight entertainment device is now available at a great price. It's small, mighty and powerful enough for emails, watching films and even gaming, yet compact enough to stash in your seatback pocket.
Buy: Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro, 128GB) on Amazon for $399 (normally $499)
Apple AirPods Pro 2 — $169.99 (normally $249)
With crystal-clear audio and top-tier noise cancellation, Airpods Pro are a firm favorite with TPG staffers and readers alike. They charge via USB-C and even include "Conversation Awareness" so you'll never miss an announcement at the gate.
Buy: Apple AirPods Pro 2 on Amazon for $169.99 (normally $249), AirPods 4 for $99.99 (normally $129)
Anker PowerCore 10K power bank — $17.99 (normally $23.99)
This compact charger delivers fast, reliable power for your phone, tablet or earbuds — a must for flight delays, long layovers or when you're out exploring and away from power outlets.
Buy: Anker PowerCore 10K power bank on Amazon for $17.99 (normally $23.99)
Epicka universal travel adapter — $19.99 (normally $24.99)
Traveling internationally? This adapter works in over 150 countries and includes four USB ports and one USB-C port — so you can charge all your tech devices at once.
Buy: Epicka universal travel adapter on Amazon for $19.99 (normally $24.99)
Black+Decker 3-in-1 charging station — $31.99 (normally $39.99)
Charge your iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch at the same time and banish messy cords forever. This foldable, wireless charging dock is a tidy addition to any hotel nightstand.
Buy: Black+Decker 3-in-1 charging station on Amazon for $31.99 (normally $39.99)
Jisulife 3-in-1 handheld mini fan — $14.39 (normally $17.99)
This portable gadget is part fan, part flashlight and part power bank. It's the perfect companion for steamy summer travel, amusement parks or outdoor sightseeing. TPG senior writer and resident theme park expert Tarah Chieffi, in particular, is a huge fan.
Buy Jisulife 3-in-1 handheld mini fan on Amazon for $14.39 (normally $17.99)
Pelican Marine waterproof phone pouch, pack of 2 — $23.99 (normally $29.99)
Protect your phone from splashes, spills or full-on dunks with this set of waterproof cases. An ideal solution for beach trips, cruises or kayaking.
Buy: Pelican Marine waterproof phone pouches on Amazon for $23.99 (normally $29.99)
iWalk portable charger for iPhone — $18.04 (normally $26.99)
This pocket-size power bank plugs directly into your iPhone's Lightning port — no cords needed. It even supports 20-watt fast charging. When you're done, it's small enough to store in your pocket.
Buy: iWalk portable charger for iPhone on Amazon for $18.04 (normally $26.99)
Bagail packing cubes, set of 4 — $15.29 (normally $17.99)
Make packing (and unpacking) easier with these bestselling cubes. They're lightweight, breathable and perfect for maximizing luggage space.
Buy: Bagail packing cubes on Amazon for $15.29 (normally $17.99)
3.4-ounce travel bottles, pack of 5 — $5.69 (normally $9.99)
Leak-proof, squeezable and Transportation Security Administration-compliant — these travel bottles are perfect for shampoo, sunscreen or lotion.
Buy: 3.4-ounce travel bottles on Amazon for $5.69 (normally $9.99)
Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth headphones — $249 (normally $349)
A go-to for serious audiophiles on the move. Bose's now-iconic QuietComfort headphones deliver rich sound, powerful noise cancellation and great battery life — a consistently reliable headphone solution for long-haul flights.
Buy: Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth headphones on Amazon for $249 (normally $349)
Samsonite Winfield 3 DLX luggage — $359.99 (normally $679.99)
A sturdy and stylish luggage set from one of the best in the business. Currently available for an absolute steal compared to its usual retail price.
Buy: Samsonite Winfield 3 DLX (three-piece set) on Amazon for $359.99 (normally $679.99)
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