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When traveling to another
country, you will more than likely need to
charge your camera, phone and other devices.
To do this, you will need a plug adaptor that
fits the countries electrical outlet allowing
you to plug your device into the adaptor for
charging.
Thinking back, years ago
before the advent of mobile phones, laptops and
digital cameras, we would take a trip and never
have to charge a single item. We never had
to worry about foreign plugs and electricity.
The only devices we traveled with were our watch
and camera, neither requiring a charge. Today, we would be
lost if we did not travel with our Smartphones,
digital cameras, notebook computers and more;
all usually requiring a daily recharge.
Our advice is to
purchase individual plugs for the countries
you are visiting. Think about what
you need to charge and how many plugs you
actually require. Today, most
electrical devices are charged through a USB
Plug, so purchasing a multi-USB Plug
allowing you to charge multiple items at
the same time could eliminate the need to
purchase multiple adapters.
A note on electricity
voltage and current conversion
These are simply plug
adaptors allowing you to plug your device
into it, then the adaptor into the outlet
for the country you are visiting. They do not convert electricity. Most European electrical
outlets run 220V compared to US 110V. Be sure
to read the small print on your camera,
charger or device you intend to plug in to be sure it can handle 220V. Most
will, but double check to be sure. You should
find something like: Input: 110V-240V 50/60Hz.
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Ceptics
GP-12PK International Travel Worldwide
Grounded Universal Plug Adapter Set, 12
Pieces
This is an example
of what is available from one of several
different manufactures of plug adaptors.
This 12 piece set includes adaptors for
use throughout the world, but depending
on your travels, you will probably never
use many of the plugs except the most
common.
If you are
looking for individual plugs and not the
entire set, the following website
allows you to select your destination
country and purchase a single adaptor
plug.
- Power Plugs and Sockets of
the World
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https://www.power-plugs-sockets.com
Although we are showing a group set
of plugs, we recommend purchasing one or more plugs
for the countries you plan to visit. You can search for individual
country plugs on Amazon to only buy the ones
you need.
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Plug Adapter Set |
UK
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The Majority of Europe
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USB Plugs
Wall Charger, Amoner Upgraded 2Pack 15W 3-Port USB Plug Cube Portable Wall Charger Plug for iPhone 12mini/12/11/Pro/ProMax/Xs/XR/X/8/7, iPad Pro/Air 2, Galaxy10/9, Note10/9, and More
Remember, you will need a plug adaptor for the country you are
visiting and this will plug into the adaptor.
- Upgraded 15W 3-Port Wall Charger - The upgraded wall charger makes the power output more stable. CE/FCC certificated, built-in safeguards protect your devices against over-current, over voltage and short-circuit
- Upgraded Charging Technology - With Smart IC technology, the wall charger will automatically detect and provide the fastest possible charging speed up to 2A one port or 3A total
- Wide Compatibility - This Wall Charger can be used as an iPhone wall charger, compatible with iPhone, iPhone 13,13Pro,13mini,13proMax,12,12mini,12pro,12proMax,11,11Pro,11proMax,SE,Xs,Xs Max, Xr, X, 8, 7, 6 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S10/S9/S8/Plus/S7/Note 10/9/8/7, Moto Z2/Z Force, LG V20/V30/G7/G6/G5, Lumia 950 & XL, Google Pixel 3/2 & XL; Kindles and more
- Travel Ready Wall Charger - The compact design and 100-240 Volt input are ideal for worldwide travel
Don't forget your device USB
Cables. As this is a
multi-plug charger, you can charge
several devices at the same time.
Be sure you bring enough cables to take
advantage of the multi-charging
capability. The cables you bring
should accommodate charging as well as
lengths allowing you to use them on
airlines for any devices you want to
have power or charge during your flight.
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Around the world, there
are several different types of electrical wall outlets.
A power adapter will let you plug your device
into an electrical socket that is different from
the type used in your home country. These
international travel adapters do not convert
electricity, they simply allow your device’s
plug to fit into the foreign outlet. Below are some of the more common types of
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- Europe
- Middle East
- Israel
- Asia
- South America
- Iceland
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- United
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- Ireland
- Malta
- Malaysia
- Singapore
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- Australia
- New Zealand
- China
- Argentina
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