Travel Photo and Video Journaling Accessories

I am far from a professional when it comes to photography and videography but I do enjoy reviewing my travel photos and videos because they transport me back to the time and space featured in the shot or video. That’s why over the last few years I have gotten pretty serious about making sure I have the right compact travel accessories for travel photo and video journaling. Below are some of my current favs.

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Camera Phone

The iPhone 7 Plus is essentially my camera while traveling. It not only allows me to take high quality images, the built-in (or readily accessible) applications make it very easy to edit and post photos on the go. I also have a Sony Alpha DSLR*, which takes excellent photos and video, but I never carry it with me because it is pretty bulky to travel with so I don’t get much usage out of it.

Personal HotSpot

Because WiFi is life, I also love to have a personal hotspot. It allows me to access my cloud storage and save things to my cloud if I am running out of space. My current favorite hotspot is SkyRoam*. Use the code TBMSKYROAM to receive 10% off.

Flexible Tripod

A flexible tripod is great for taking remote shots without having to ask strangers (or my husband) to take a photo. My favorite tripod is the Joby Gorilla Tripod*, it is flexible, includes a level so you can make sure your pictures aren’t crooked and it can be bent to grab onto things to capture shots you might be able to capture with a traditional tripod.

Phone Tripod Mount

In order to take the selfies using the Gorilla Tripod, I also need a phone mount. My favorite mount is the Ulanzi Tripod Phone Mount with Hot Shoe Mount*. With this particular mount, I can also attach a microphone to get better quality sound.

Bluetooth Remote

A Bluetooth remote makes it easy for me to take selfies from far when using my tripod. My favorite is the CamKix Camera Shutter Remote with Bluetooth Technology*.

Back-up Battery

I use my electronic devices often so a charger is essential. My absolute favorite travel charger is the Mophie 3x Powerstation*. This back-up battery has enough power to fully charge 3 devices and allows you to charge 2 devices at a time. It is also very compact (about the size of the iPhone 7 Plus) so it is very easy to transport.

Underwater Video Camera

I don’t swim but I like to take underwater photos and videos so an underwater camera is a must. My favorite underwater camera is GoPro HERO session*. It is compact. There are several cool GoPro accessories that I use frequently, such as the wristband and headband*.

Car Charger

I often rent a car while traveling so a double port car charger* is mandatory for traveling my devices. Even if I am not renting a car, it is sometimes helpful on excursions were there is a private driver and I need to ask the driver to allow me to charge my phone.

Current Converter

I bring a current converter with me on international trips where there is a different current then is supported by my devices. So rather than packing the current converter, I bring it with me on the plane. My favorite travel current converter is the Bestek Universal Travel Adapter*.

Multi-Port Charger

If you look at my list above, then you will note that there are three separate devices that require charging. So usually that means that I have at least three (3) devices that require charging every evening. The RAVPower 6 Port Charger* is my favorite charger for traveling because it is small and allows me to charge everything together overnight when traveling.

What are some of your favorite amateur photography and videography travel accessories? Let me know in the comments.

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