Gear for going global: The tech to pack for your vacay

PLUS: Battle-tested travel adapters.

View in browser | Your preferences

Everyone deserves a summer vacay. Time to unwind, immerse yourself in another culture, and leave the everyday behind for a while. If you’re about to hop on a plane and see the world, you must pack the right travel gear. I recommend you snag one of the best travel adapters, and maybe a fancy 3-in-1 travel charger and a power bank, so you can keep your mobile gadgets topped off. I tested more than 30 travel adapters, and my top pick is the Ceptics 100W Universal Travel Adapter. It even has a built-in, retractable USB-C cable. Dead phones are a nightmare when you’re traveling so it’s worth investing in the right kit. These battle-tested travel adapters will cover you for more than 200 countries, and you can pack a compact charger and power bank in your carry-on. That way you can plan where to eat and what shows to see, then navigate to your hotel without running out of juice.

SIMON HILL Senior Reviewer

All products featured on WIRED are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links.

Why this ad?

The Best Travel Adapters   When going abroad, the right plugs are essential to keep your gadgets charged. These are my favorite travel adapters and chargers. READ MORE

QUICK BUYS

The Best Travel Adapter $45 SHOP NOW The Best 3-in-1 Charger $86 ($24 off) SHOP NOW

Why this ad?

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE

Power Up With the Best Apple 3-in-1 Travel Chargers Keep your trio of Apple gadgets powered up wherever you go with these compact folding chargers. Read more.

The WIRED Travel Tech Guide to Family Vacation Harmony Prepare for your next family trip and keep everyone online and fully charged with these WIRED travel tech tips. Read more.

I’ve Tested More Than 100 Power Banks. These Are the 5 to Buy Keep your phone, laptop, handheld gaming console, and other electronics running with these travel-friendly power banks. Read more.

I Lose Everything. These Bluetooth Trackers Are a Lifesaver If you can never find your stuff, these Bluetooth trackers can help. I break down the best options and the safety considerations you should know. Read more.

All Hail the Surprisingly Versatile Packing Cube! These Are Our Favorites Whether you’re a no-frills backpacker or a bag-checking fashionista, there’s a perfect packing cube out there for you. Read more.

The Best of WIRED in Your Inbox Was this newsletter forwarded to you? Sign up. Plus, find all of our newsletters here.

This email was sent to you by WIRED. To ensure delivery to your inbox (not bulk or junk folders), please add wired@newsletters.wired.com to your address book. View our Privacy policy | Unsubscribe Copyright © Condé Nast 2026. One World Trade Center, New York, NY 10007. All rights reserved.