January 25 is observed as the National Tourism Day in India. This year’s theme for the National Tourism Day is “Tourism for Inclusive Growth”. Tourism is the primary driver of the economy in many regions of India. As a tourist, you should look to engage with local communities and buy from local businesses. India is home to a diverse and colourful range of travel experiences. You can be on the road for a month and barely scratch the surface. While travelling across the country, you need some essential gadgets in your backpack. For National Tourism Day 2025, here are our top 10 travel gadgets.
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Ambrane MagSafe Wireless Power Bank
A power bank is an essential travel accessory that everyone should have in their backpack. While there are innumerable options out there, the Ambrane MagSafe Wireless Power Bank is our pick of the lot. The reason is its versatility. It can snap onto the back of your iPhone or Qi-enabled Android smartphone and wirelessly charge it at a constant 15W speed. There’s support for 22W Type-C charging as well. The power bank can hold 10,000mAh of charge, which is capable of fully charging an average smartphone twice. To top things off, it has a sleek profile and a premium rubber finish which lends it an exquisite in-hand feel.
Pros
- Wireless charging
- Sleek profile
Xiaomi Sound Outdoor
If you’re planning to spend most of your vacation on a beach, you need a good Bluetooth speaker that remains unfazed upon exposure to dust and water. The Xiaomi Sound Outdoor is rated IP67 for dust and water resistance, which means it can survive water splashes and beach sand. The 20W woofer and 10W driver deliver a combined audio output of 30W on this portable speaker. There are two passive woofer radiators on this speaker, positioned on either side of the grille. These radiators bring the thump and make the listening experience all the more enjoyable. If you want to increase the output, you can link two or more of these speakers together with just one press of a button. Read our Xiaomi Sound Outdoor review to learn more about its performance.
Pros
- IP67 rated
- Great audio output
Apple iPad Mini (2024)
The iPad Mini is the perfect travel companion for long flights and road trips. Its 8.3-inch IPS LCD panel is perfect for watching movies on the go and its compact profile makes it very portable. The tablet weighs just 293g, which isn’t a lot of extra weight to carry. Powering the iPad Mini is Apple’s in-house A17 Pro chipset. This processor is powerful enough to run Apple Intelligence features. There are 2 cameras on 2024’s iPad Mini – a rear-facing 12MP wide lens and a front-facing 12MP ultrawide lens. The mini canvas supports Apple Pencil Pro, which is good news for budding artists. The 5,078mAh battery under its hood ensures 10 hours of video playback. Read our review of the iPad Mini to know more.
Pros
- Compact
- Apple Intelligence
Glun Luggage Weighing Scale
This little travel gadget can save you extra luggage fees. If you have a habit of going on a shopping spree on your vacations, you need to check the weight of your luggage before checking into the airport. The Glun luggage weighing scale has a weighing capacity of up to 50kg and its readings are accurate up to 10g. This is pretty good for a travelling scale. Its backlit LCD panel displays the weight of the object you’re measuring. It auto shuts off when the scale is not in use – thereby preserving its battery life. Its compact form factor makes it highly portable. You can slip it into your suitcase or travel backpack and forget about it.
Pros
- Accurate readings
- Portable
rts Universal Travel Adapter
If you’re travelling overseas, a universal travel adapter is one gadget that you should certainly have in your arsenal. The rts universal travel adapter is compatible with power outlets in more than 200 countries. This includes the USA, England, New Zealand, China, Japan, and more. The best part is that you don’t need to attach your smartphone’s power brick to this adapter as it already has 2 USB ports. On the safety front, this travel adapter has built-in fuse protection and safety shutters. The LED power indicator lets you know when the device is in use.
Pros
- Compatible with almost all power outlets across the world
- USB ports
Wolpin Portable Travel Organiser
Travelling with multiple gadgets means that you’ve got to carry different chargers for all of them. While your iPhone may have USB Type-C charging, your AirPods Max may still be stuck with a Lightning port. Unorganised cables can occupy a lot of space in your suitcase. Not to mention, keeping track of them is a big hassle. This is where the Wolpin portable travel organiser comes into play. This handy pouch can store your data cables, wired earphones, adapters, and pen drives. It is completely waterproof and is made out of high-quality fabric. You can comfortably slide this accessory into your backpack, purse, or any travel bag.
Pros
- Portable
- Waterproof
Apple AirTag
Scared of losing your luggage? Place an AirTag in it. Apple’s location tracker is highly accurate and reliable. If you’ve got multiple layovers on your journey, there is always a possibility for the airline to lose your luggage. An AirTag will keep you updated with the live location of your stuff. You can use this coin-shaped location tracker for keys and wallets too. Your location history is never stored on the device. The Apple AirTag is rated IP67 for dust and water resistance. Its replaceable battery lasts over a year.
Pros
- Super compact
- Accurate location tracking
InstaCuppa Portable Electric Kettle
If you can’t go anywhere without a cup of tea, you should invest in the InstaCuppa. This portable electric kettle can hold up to 500ml of water and bring it to a boil within 6 minutes. Its interior is made out of stainless steel, making it rust and odour-free. The kettle weighs 800g, which is not a lot of weight for a device of its utility. It can slip into most backpacks and travel bags. The InstaCuppa comes with an attached power cord. If you’re ambitious enough, you can even make instant noodles in this kettle.
Pros
- Portable
- Stainless steel interior
Sony ULT Wear
A good pair of noise-cancelling headphones is one of the best travel gadgets you can buy for long vacations. Not only can they curate a high-end music listening experience, but they can also nullify the noise emanating from the airplane engine. This comes in handy if you find it hard to fall asleep while flying. Sony’s new ULT Wear headphones fit the bill perfectly. These headphones have foldable earcups, which reduces the headphones to half their size. The portable hard case provided with the headphones can easily slip into your luggage without occupying a lot of space. The 40mm drivers in the earcups produce a delightful soundstage and the dedicated ULT button amps up the bass output. These headphones can last up to 50 hours on a single charge. Read our Sony ULT Wear review to learn more about them.
Pros
- Foldable design
- Good ANC
Baishun Bluetooth Transmitter
While most smartphones may have gotten rid of the headphone jack, eliminating the need to carry wired headphones, airline entertainment systems still haven’t made the switch. If you don’t want to use the wired headphones provided by the airline, get the Baishun Bluetooth transmitter. This device plugs into the 3.5mm headphone jack and transmits the audio to your wireless earbuds via Bluetooth. Its built-in battery offers 12 hours of playtime. You can even use it on your TV, car stereo, PC, and other devices.
Pros
- Portable
- 12-hour battery life
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Final Thoughts
These are our top 10 travel gadgets for National Tourism Day 2025. While they are not strictly ‘gadgets’ you should look into investing in neck pillows and ergonomic backpacks before embarking on your journey. If you think we missed out on an essential travel gadget, let us know in the comments!
