Our Travel Gear

Our Travel Gear

Our Travel Essentials

We often get asked about the gear we use while exploring the world — so we’ve put together a curated list of our favorite travel essentials to help guide fellow adventurers and content creators.

From cameras to drones and other must-have tools, this list includes some of the trusted gear we rely on for capturing stunning photos and videos on the road. While it’s not everything we pack, these are our go-to items with years of field-tested experience behind them.

From cameras to drones and other must-have tools, this list includes some of the trusted gear we rely on for capturing stunning photos and videos on the road. While it’s not everything we pack, these are our go-to items with years of field-tested experience behind them.

We regularly update this page when we discover new favorites, so be sure to check back!
Got questions about any of our gear? Don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re happy to help!

Our Travel Camera

This is our current go-to camera for capturing the majority of our travel photography. While many of the photos on our website were originally shot with the older Fujifilm X-T2, we've since upgraded to the more advanced X-T5 model.

We’re still exploring everything this powerful camera has to offer, but we love the stunning image quality and compact design of the Fuji X-series. It's a fantastic choice for travel photography — offering pro-level performance without the hefty DSLR price tag.

You can check out some of our photo samples in the Gallery!

Our Drone

The DJI Air 3S is our current travel drone of choice — and it delivers incredible value for its price. It captures crisp 4K video and stunning 12MP or 50MP photos, all while staying compact and easy to fly, even in remote locations.

We recently upgraded to the Air 3S, so many of the drone shots on our site were originally taken with the older Mavic 2 Pro, which also served us well on countless adventures.

Underwater Camera

For underwater adventures and action shots, we currently use the Insta360 Ace Pro. With its 1/1.3″ sensor and noticeably improved color accuracy, it’s been a big step up from our old GoPro Hero 7.

Since this is a recent upgrade, many of the underwater photos on our site were still captured using the GoPro — but moving forward, the Insta360 is our go-to for vibrant and detailed action footage.

Dry Bag

We absolutely trust the 30-liter Earth Pak dry bag — it’s been a reliable companion for protecting our electronics during some of the most extreme and unpredictable conditions, especially while island hopping across Indonesia and the Philippines.

It's rugged, waterproof, and built to last. At this point, we honestly can't imagine using any other brand.

Hammock

This compact, foldable hammock is one of our favorite hiking companions. It’s incredibly portable, easy to pack, and perfect for relaxing on the trail.

We’ve used it on some unforgettable backpacking adventures — including the legendary Kalalau Trail in Hawaii — and it’s held up beautifully every time.

Truck Tent

This Napier truck tent has been a game-changer for budget travel across the United States. It’s durable, weather-resistant, and incredibly practical for long road adventures.

During one of our extended trips, we used this tent for 6 months, covering over 20,000 miles across 8 states — hiking, exploring, and capturing breathtaking scenery along the way. It kept us dry through intense storms and comfortable even in freezing 20°F (-6°C) mountain nights.

Oh — and it looks amazing set up too!

Travel Adapter

This compact travel adapter works in over 180 countries, making it a must-have for international trips. With 4 USB ports and 120W power, it’s strong enough to charge laptops via USB-C — no extra bricks needed.

We haven’t found a destination where it doesn’t work! And if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, check out the reliable alternative used by one of our team members.

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