Holiday shopping for the traveler in your life? We've got you. Every year we see the same thing on embarkation day: the folks who sail through check-in usually have a few smart little gadgets in their bag. Jerry's must-have? An ebook reader. Just make sure you download your books before embarkation, because ship Wi-Fi isn't where you want to be shopping for your next read.
We've sorted our favorites by price, from stocking stuffers up to splurges. Prices were checked on Oct 24, 2026 and may change.
Under $25
eufy SmartTrack Link, $19.99. Works with Apple Find My and was Travel + Leisure's pick for best luggage tracker overall. Drop it in your checked bag and stop wondering whether your suitcase made the connection.
Ntonpower Pocket Power Strip (non-surge), about $20.99 on sale. Two outlets and three USB ports in a tiny package, which is a lifesaver in cabins with only one or two outlets. It's OK for Carnival, but NOT for Royal Caribbean (see our cruise tips below).
Epicka Universal Travel Adapter. Travel + Leisure's top travel adapter, and a must for European river cruises and international ports. Check the current price.
$25 to $100
Apple AirTag, $29. The easy luggage tracker for iPhone users.
eufy Card Smart Alarm, $29.88. A tracker the size of a credit card that slips into your wallet, so you can find it fast if it goes missing in port.
Chipolo LOOP, $39. Works with both Apple and Android, a great pick for mixed-phone couples. (We're an all-Apple household ourselves, so AirTags do the job for us.)
Hest Sleep Goggles, $39. Blackout sleep for red-eyes and inside cabins. Kara's wellness tip: good sleep is the first step to exhaling on vacation.
Tribit FlyBuds C3, about $39.99. Budget wireless earbuds for flights, the pool deck and the gym.
Trtl Pillow Plus, $52.49. An adjustable neck pillow that actually supports your head on long flights.
$100 and Up
AirPods Pro 3, $249. Noise cancellation for loud airports and crowded tenders.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen), $299. Top-tier quiet for anyone who wants to tune the world out at 35,000 feet.
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro, $319. A rugged action camera made for snorkeling and shore excursions.
DJI Osmo Pocket 3, $439. A pocket-size stabilized camera for smooth vlogs of port days and brewery tours. Jerry's tour idea: bring it along to the Cruzan Rum Distillery on St. Croix.
Insta360 X6, $699.99. 8K 360° video, waterproof to 65 feet. Capture the whole beach, the whole deck, everything.
Cruise Packing Tips: Power Edition
Surge protectors are banned on cruise ships. (Anker explains why)
Royal Caribbean bans all power strips and multi-plug outlets. Bring USB-only chargers instead.
Carnival allows non-surge power strips. (Carnival's policy)
Power banks go in your carry-on only. Ones up to 100 Wh don't need airline approval.
Ready to Put These Gadgets to Work?
The best gift is a trip to use them on. Whether it's a Caribbean cruise, a river cruise or that bucket-list trip you keep talking about, Kara & Jerry would love to help you plan it. Contact us and let's get started.
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