A set of tools that can be hidden in a pocket
To tighten a loose glasses temple or open a can of food while traveling, a multi-tool is ideal. A set of tools that easily fits into a small woman's handbag will be useful, perhaps, for all tourists without exception. The assortment is huge: with pliers or a USB flash drive, with a fork or even an ax – for every taste. The only difference is in price and quality, and it's better not to skimp on the latter: Chinese knockoffs of Swiss Army knives may be useful only as an unusual Christmas tree ornament.
A wallet that helps save money
Steel or aluminum wallets produced by the American company BRYK include several slots for plastic cards. The wallet's developers claim that the steel case protects cards from RFID scanning (reading information from the card using radio signals). Relevant for plastic cards with contactless payment systems (PayPass or PayWave).
A video camera for active tourists
Taking selfies against the backdrop of the Leaning Tower of Pisa or filming a sunset on the Mediterranean coast is so cliché. Today, dynamic videos gather likes on social media – as if a herd of enraged bulls is chasing you. According to the developers, GoPro cameras are designed specifically for such situations. The latest generation of these gadgets can shoot video in 4K resolution (3840 by 2160 pixels) and take up to 30 photos per second. It operates continuously for about an hour without recharging in active mode, works in the dark, and comes with a waterproof case. And don't forget to stock up on large-capacity memory cards!
A charger that works far from civilization
Imagine your friend is alone with wild nature in the depths of the Amazon jungle, and his only means of communication is a mobile phone with a dead battery. A portable charger would be very handy. True, they themselves sometimes need recharging from the mains, but recently gadgets powered by solar energy have appeared. They take noticeably longer to charge than their more traditional counterparts, but they still get the job done.
A book that will be useful even 40 years after its first publication
"The Tourist's Companion" is the main book of the Soviet traveler. Published in 1969, this reference guide covers issues of preparation and organization of trips, features of mountain, ski, spelunking, and other routes, and much more. Of course, in the era of GPS navigators, the diagram for assembling a compass from improvised materials has somewhat lost its relevance, but practically all other advice is useful for today's tourists as well.
Posters that help you not miss your flight
If Russian travelers are already accustomed to the endless labyrinths of Sheremetyevo or Domodedovo, then Ataturk Airport in Istanbul or Kennedy in New York can easily disorient even an experienced vacationer. The company 08Left has taken on solving this problem. Today, several hundred detailed poster-diagrams of the world's largest airports are available for order on the company's website. Even plans of military airfields are for sale, not to mention Moscow's Sheremetyevo and Domodedovo.
Maps that remind you of previous travels
World maps with a scratch layer (like on lottery tickets) help tourists create a visual "summary" of their travels. After visiting another remote corner of the planet, you scratch off the layer in the corresponding area and, so to speak, reshape your personal world map before your eyes. Perhaps the most interesting maps are produced by Awesome Maps. Here, each country is illustrated with drawings of its main attractions.
Extra pockets that can keep you warm
An original solution that provides easy access to documents at the airport check-in counter while eliminating the risk of losing them was proposed by Sholdit. The company recently began selling scarves with pockets under the Clutch series. The accessory manufacturer promises that now girls will definitely not have to hold up the line for boarding passes with long searches for a passport that tends to get lost in handbags.
A folder where it's easy to find documents
The organizer for small items by GIO helps travelers not to lose keys, phone chargers, memory cards, headphones, and other small but extremely necessary things. The product is a folder with several compartments that can easily be placed in a backpack or laptop bag.
A charger adapter that isn't afraid of foreign countries
For those who don't want to be left without energy while traveling, the American company Rei has released an adapter that allows you to use electrical outlets worldwide. Consisting of three parts, the adapter helps connect to the power grid in most countries of Europe, Asia, North America, Africa, and New Zealand.