TRAVEL GADGETS
Travel gadgets built for the outdoors
Planning on going on the road again? From solar-powered speakers to portable espresso machines, these smart outdoor gadgets are making travel more comfortable for modern adventurers.
By Byron Lukas
Oroku Power OP-010 Solar Bluetooth Speaker Lighting System Whether you’ re camping on the Garden Route or stopping by a remote hiking trail, this gadget covers all the basics. It’ s a solar-powered lantern, Bluetooth speaker, and emergency power bank all in one. Great for load shedding, camping, or beach weekends, it keeps your devices charged and adds music and light to your trip.
Price: R750 Available: www. makro. co. za
Wacaco Pixapresso Battery-Powered Portable Espresso Maker
For travellers who refuse to compromise on good coffee, the portable Pixapresso is becoming a cult favourite among outdoor adventurers. Compact enough to fit into your backpack, this self-heating espresso maker delivers café-style coffee almost anywhere, from campsites to mountain cabins. It heats water internally and produces surprisingly rich espresso without needing bulky equipment. For road-trippers and digital nomads, it’ s the ultimate luxe-meets-practicality gadget for early starts and cold mornings outdoors.
Price: R2 641,98 Available: www. wacaco. com
Burnt Orange Hanoi Solar Lantern & Power Bank Minimalist, stylish and highly practical, this solar lantern doubles as a compact power bank for outdoor adventures. Ideal for camping, glamping or emergency travel kits, the lantern charges during the day and provides soft ambient lighting at night. It’ s lightweight and easy to pack, while the built-in USB charging function keeps smaller devices alive when power points are nowhere in sight. It’ s a clever addition for travellers wanting simplicity without sacrificing convenience.
Price: R368 Available: www. burnt-orange. co. za
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