In case you missed some of our travel gear and app selections for April, here’s a summary of each:
Gear
Anker PowerPort Solar
Your devices will never run out of power again no matter where you are with the Anker PowerPort Solar. Simply place the PowerPort Solar in a sunny spot and watch as this innovative charger brings your device’s depleted battery back to life.
Buy it: amazon.com
Matador Pocket Blanket 2.0
Like the name suggests, the Matador Pocket Blanket 2.0 is a blanket that you can fit in your pocket. No, it’s not the size of a napkin. When unfolded, the Pocket Blanket measures 63 by 44 inches; perfect for a day at the beach or a picnic in the park.
Buy it: matadorup.com
Travelon Deluxe Packable Shelves
The Travelon Deluxe Packable Shelves make packing easy by letting you take your clothes from the closet to your suitcase and back out again in a matter of seconds. Just toss everything into your suitcase, shelves and all, and you’re ready to go.
Buy it: amazon.com
Nomader Collapsible Water Bottle
Want to stay hydrated without having to carry around a bulky plastic water bottle? If so, the Nomader Collapsible Water Bottle is the one for you. This perfectly portable water bottle is made of flexible silicone, allowing it to be rolled, folded, or squished into even the smallest backpack pocket.
Buy it: amazon.com
Apps
Google Trips
Enjoy having a personal tour guide right in your pocket with Google Trips. This app is loaded with a variety of travel-friendly features and keeps important info like reservations and confirmation numbers from your Gmail account in one convenient place that you can even access while offline. No service? No problem!
Download it: get.google.com
Splitwise
Thanks to Splitwise you’ll no longer have to dread splitting the bill when eating out with your friends. Splitwise solves this common problem by letting users charge everyone in their group individually or divide the cost evenly. It can be used to split other costs as well, such as rent or the cost of a hotel stay.
Download it: splitwise.com
Instacart
Ever dreamed of getting your grocery shopping done without ever having to set foot in a supermarket? Turn your dreams into a reality with Instacart, an app that lets you select products from local stores to be delivered right to your door that very same day.
Download it: instacart.com
PackPoint
If you’re someone who can never seem to stay organized when packing for a big trip, PackPoint is exactly what you need to stay on point. By just entering a few details about your upcoming trip, PackPoint can generate a handy list of things you might want to take along with you. After that, users can edit the list to their liking by removing suggested items or adding some of their own personal belongings.
Download it: packpnt.com