If you’re a tech head like me then choosing the right bits if kit to take with you traveling is a very important decision. I like to be wired into the world as I travel because I work while on the road, also, when you’re solo traveling in some countries where you don’t speak the native language, it can be intense. Having an escape to talk to friends, or some entertainment of an evening with Netflix, can help you reset.
But what should you consider packing for your trek and how can you possibly fit it all in?
As with any type of packing for travel, selecting which pieces of technology to take with you should be determined by weight, size and utility. Less is more! That means taking the smallest and lightest of everything you need.
If you want some computing power on your travels, then a laptop would be the obvious choice. But do you need all the computing power that a laptop can give you or could you escape with just using a tablet and a cell phone?
Running my business requires a laptop, and a cell phone. I have an ipad as well, but the truth is, I hardly use it when on the road because I need the extra juice from my laptop. But if you don’t require a laptop to work on the road, a tablet would be a great, and much smaller and lighter choice.
Your camera is another consideration. Do you need the 35mm SLR with 4 spare lenses? Unless you are going somewhere that justifies the weight of that, then you might be better off with any of the myriad of small digital cameras available on the market, or even just your smartphone, which these days take amazing quality photos and fit right in your pocket.
One of the big things that you are really going to need for all of your gadgets is insurance. Aside from the fact that a person with a lot of gadgets has a lot more to lose if they get robbed, stuff also gets knocked around a lot when you travel. Make sure you get insurance that covers you for the cost of a new replacement of anything that is lost, damaged or stolen.
A few minor considerations at the time of purchase can save a traveler a lot of heartache with gadgets. If you can describe your gear as small, light, useful and insured then you should have a pleasant trip!
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