5 Gadgets to Make Holiday Road Trips Easier
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, its time to start thinking about holiday travel. If you’re one of the many car owners who’s planning on road-tripping to your destination, you might already be stressing out about what food to bring, what to pack, how early you need to leave, etc. While we can’t help with the packing, we can help make the drive a bit simpler. Here are five cool gadgets worth investing in, to make the journey more pleasant for everyone.
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1. Portable food warmer
Keep holiday side dishes and casseroles warm on your journey, thanks to this nifty portable gadget that you can plug into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter. No more lukewarm stuffing or green bean casserole when you arrive at your host’s home.
2. Portable vacuum
Any road trip involves eating and drinking in the car at some point. Minimize the mess and keep crumbs off the seats with this compact car vacuum that plugs into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter. You can easily store it in your car without taking up too much space, and be ready to clean up crumbs at a moment’s notice.
3. Car kettle boiler
Got an early morning or late-night departure time? This 750-milliliter capacity thermos will enable you to take coffee or hot water with you. That way, you can enjoy steamy beverages without having to stop at a convenience store or drive-thru (a plus at any time but especially during the winter flu season or, you know, a global pandemic).
4. Backseat organizer
Securely stow snacks, beverages, napkins, and garbage bags with this helpful backseat organizer. Smaller pockets can hold smartphones. It also comes with a tablet holder so backseat passengers can stay engaged with a video or a favorite game during long drives. The organizer can stay in place full-time without taking up a ton of space in your car.
Multi-USB car charger
Whether you’re traveling with family or friends, it’s nice to keep everyone’s gadgets functioning at full power. This multi-USB car-charging port does just that; it can accommodate up to five electronics at a time.
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