Article first published April 2017. All prices are lowest estimated prices only and are subject to change.
1. TSA Security Padlock: 4-Digit Combination Padlock, from Dh100
What is a TSA lock? Travel Sentry Approved means if airport security want to see inside your suitcase they won’t need to break your padlock, or even worse, your suitcase, to do so. So once any checks are completed, your case will be securely locked again. Another plus is that visible TSA padlocks are also a good way to deter any potential thieves.
2. TSA Security Luggage Strap, from Dh59
There are lots of advantages to this PIXNOR TSA luggage strap; as well making it easier to spot your suitcase on the luggage belt in the airport, it’s also wide enough to stop any fastenings or zips from popping open. The added bonus is it comes with a built-in TSA lock – making it another good deterrent for thieves.
3. Trace Me Airline Approved Luggage Tracker Tags, from Dh57
With the Trace Me luggage tag you won’t ever have that sinking feeling while waiting for your luggage to appear on the conveyor belt. You can register your tag on the website then secure it to your luggage before you fly; if your suitcases end up in a different destination, the airline should contact Trace Me to retrieve your contact details and forward your bags on. A great piece of mind travel accessory!
4. 2-Pack Bungee Cords With Carabiner Hooks, from Dh60
Luggage safety isn’t limited to your suitcases at the airport: these bungee cords are a great tool for securing your roof rack if you’re packing up your tent and kayak for a camping trip, or taking the bikes out to desert for a ride. The stretchy but strong straps have a hook at one end which fits into a loop at the other, tightly securing your possessions in place.
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5. Trackimo TRKM002 GPS Tracker and Locator, from Dh644
Sick of losing and hunting for your keys/phone/iPad? This little device links to an app on your phone and then allows you to track your possessions from anywhere in the world using a GPS signal. It comes with a free SIM card for the phone and Trackimo offers the first year of service for free.
6. YOMO Neck Passport Holder and Travel Wallet, from Dh102
This handy travel wallet can be worn inside or outside of your clothing (but it’s obviously most secure if it’s out of sight) and is big enough to fit several documents or a couple of passports. It might not look like the most technology advanced piece of travel gadgetry, but looks can be deceiving. It’s made from RFID-blocking material, which interrupts the electro-magnetic field of contactless bank cards so the information can’t be scanned and stolen through the material.
7. Money Belt with RFID Blocking Sleeves, from Dh91
This money belt set is a fantastic way of keeping your documents safe – and your hands free – when you travel (especially useful if you’re traveling with children!). It comes with 6 RFID blocking sleeves as well as a money belt with hidden pockets, a breathable mesh back panel, and is made from waterproof and rip-proof material. It comes in 6 colors ranging from a discreet neutral to a less neutral pink camouflage!
8. Pacsafe Travelsafe 5L Anti-Theft Portable Safe, from Dh394
If your hotel doesn’t have a safe or you’re constantly on the move, this ultra-secure portable pacsafe is your next best option. It uses a combination lock to close the pouch itself, and it has a strong wire that loops and locks around fixtures so you can be confident no-one can remove it from your hotel room. It’s light, with soft foam inside, and a visible layer of mesh that would likely put off any would-be thief. On www.desertcart.ae it comes in two sizes: 5L and 12L. It’s not the cheapest travel safety gadget out there, but a good investment if you’re wanting peace of mind.
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