Essentials

Gear, apps & services road-tested by our family of four

We are busy globetrotting parents. Quality gear, apps, and services make our travels easier, safer, simpler, and more fun. Everything we recommend is something we use, and we’ve found it to hit a sweet spot of quality, budget, and effectiveness.

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Travel wardrobe for women and men

Merino wool blend apparel

Travel dresses with pockets: Jodie’s globetrotting wardrobe

Travel dresses & more

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Merino wool jacket magic: Stay cool, comfy & casual without overheating

Wool& Hilltop Wool Fleece Jacket

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Travel scarf with hidden pocket

Secret stash, stylish look: Travel scarf with hidden pocket revealed

Full travel scarf collection

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Bug spray

Ranger Ready DEET-free pest repellents for clothes and skin

Best bug spray for kids

10% off at checkout with code
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Carry-on backpacks

Cotopaxi 35L Allpa backpacks

Carry-on travel backpacks for parents: What our globetrotting family chose and why

Cotopaxi bags, packs & apparel

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Cotopaxi 35L Allpa Backpack

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Portable backup battery, charger & power supply

Jackery Portable Power Stations

Best portable power stations for camping, family devices + 1 prosthetic leg

Jackery 300 Portable Power Station

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All Jackery

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