Customised Cruise and Travel Charger Kit
My primary chargers, cables and adapters, are all in a single organiser case that I can pick it up and just go with… NO NEED to remember to grab a cable or charger from my desk or bedside table before I leave for my trip (and I don’t have to unpack them when I get home). This pouch normally lives in my Carry On Bag.
I now also have a secondary kit with less used travel adapters and accessories in a seperate pouch. This will live in my Carry On bag if there is space, otherwise it goes into my main suitcase.
I’ve built my kits up over the years from various suppliers, but the following from Kmart (in Australia) allows you to have virtually all the adapters you need in a single organiser case.
You can use other suppliers including Amazon, Kogan, or local Dollar Stores, to purchase what you need for your own kit, but this list will give you a starting point for what you could include in your travel charger kit.
Primary Travel Charger & Accessory Kit for Cruising and Travelling
Travel Tech Organiser Case
AU$11.00
Store everything in one simple to carry case (I place it in my Carry-On Luggage so I always have my chargers on hand)
Universal Travel Adaptor Kit
AU$39.00
It has two AU sockets, plus 2 USB-As & 2 USB-Cs (4.5A).
Includes 4 x interchangeable adaptors plugs and travel drawstring bag
Adaptor – AU/NZ Plug to UK Socket – Triple Flat Pins
AU$6.00
From AU/NZ plug to UK socket
Triple flat pins
For use in the United Kingdom, Singapore and Malaysia, Hong Kong, parts of the Middle East and Asia
Adaptor – AU/NZ Plug to EU Socket – Double Round Pins
AU$6.00
From AU/NZ plug to EU socket
For use in Europe, Noumea, Tahiti, Bali, parts of the Middle East, Asia and South America
Double round pins
Adaptor – AU/NZ Plug to USA – Two Flat Pins One Round Pin
AU$6.00
From AU/NZ Plug to USA Socket
For use in the USA, Japan, Canada, Taiwan, China and Mexico, parts of Central America and South America
Trio Wall Charger
AU$22.00
1 x 20W USB-C fast charge port
2 x USB-A charging ports
Supports USB-C fast charging devices
AND/OR
65W Laptop Charger
AU$49.00
IF you predominantly USB-C to USB-C cables then this charger could be more useful than Trio Wall Charger. It has 2 x USB-C ports totalling 65W and one USB-A port with 18W
Cables
Then add ALL the cables you need for ALL OF YOUR Devices eg phone, tablet, watch etc. I use 1m cables where possible as they are easier to pack, get less tangled on the desk/bed side table.
USB-C to USB-C Cable – 1m, Black
AU$10.00
I’m trying to standardise on all USB-C to USB-C cables where possible to avoid confusuon
Add one per device that uses USB-C for charging
USB-A to USB-C Cable – 1m, Black
AU$9.00
Depending on which charger(s) you select, you many want/need a couple of USB-A to USB-C cables to use the extra charging socketing
Add one per device that uses USB-C for charging
USB-A to Lightning Cable – 1m
AU$9.00
If you have older iPhones or iPads (or even iPods) that use the lighting connector, add one cable per device. Good way to utilise USB-A sockets on your chargers
AND/OR
USB-C to Lightning Cable – 1m
AU$15.00
If you have older iPhones or iPads (or even iPods) that use the lighting connector AND predominately use USB-C Chargers, add one cable per device
Type-C Magnetic Watch Charger
AU$29.00
Charge your smartwatches on the go with this handy and portable Type-C Magnetic Watch Charger
OPTIONAL — But recommended!!!
You could throw these accessories into a seperate Travel Tech Organiser Case (which can then either go in your Carry On luggage OR be placed in your main suitcase)
Consider adding a second (or more) of each of the above socket adapters in your secondary kit bag.
Add at least one, if not a couple of these “reverse” travel adapters to your secondary travel charger and adapter kit.
You’ll be amazed at how often you’ll find and want to use a second “foreign” socket hidden away behind a bedside table or elsewhere in your cabin! These adapters then allow you to plug back in exisiting cabin devices (eg lamps) back in to your Australian power board.
Reverse Travel Adaptor – From EU plug to AU Socket
AU$6.00
From EU Plug to AU/NZ Socket
Can be used in Europe, Noumea, Indonesia, Tahiti, Asia, Africa and parts of the Middle East
Reverse Travel Adaptor – From UK & USA to AU Socket
AU$6.00
From USA & UK Plug to AU/NZ Socket
Suitable for use in USA and other countries
USB-C to USB-C Cable – 2m, Black
AU$15.00
Useful if you want to use your phone or tablet while charging them
Portable Charger USB-A and USB-C 15W 20000mAh
AU$59.00
1 x USB-C IN/OUT port, 1 USB-C OUT port and 1 x USB-A OUT port
Both USB-A and USB-C ports enable recharge of up to three devices simultaneously
Includes 1 x USB-A to USB-C charging cable
Foldable 3-in-1 Magnetic Travel Charger – White
AU$27.00
This might be a better option for a “3-in-1 travel charger” — It’s more compact than the one above, it folds down to a very compact size, and most importantly it actually INCLUDES the charging pad for a smart watch!
(In an earlier version of this article, I previously suggested another so-called “3-in-1 wireless charger” model but it required the purchase of an additional charger for smart watches, which fits into the rear RECEPTACLE on that model — so I now suggest this unit)
Includes 1 x wireless desktop charger, 1 x USB-A to USB-C cable and 1 x user manual (Wall Charger NOT included, but see above for suitable options)
Arlec Domestic Extension Lead – 3m
AU$5.00
Allows you to place power board etc where you want it — DO NOT run across floor where you or your cabin steward could trip over it… Likewise DO NOT run it up over the ceiling.
NOTE: Some cruise lines will NOT allow you take your own extension cord on board, but you can often request one from Guest Services or via your Cabin Steward.
IMPORTANT:
NONE of the power boards or power cubes currently stocked by Kmart are suitable for use on a Cruise Ship, as they all contain surge protectors, which are explicitly banned on board due to the fire risk they can present!The one exception appears to be the above mentioned “Universal Travel Adaptor Kit”
USB Hubs
In late 2024, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line BANNED ALL “Multi-Plug Outlets and Power Strips” and other cruises may follow suit…
However, regular USB Wall Plugs (such as those listed above) are still allowed and it appears you can use regular USB Hubs to plug in to these chargers to charge multiple devices simultaneously. Note these hubs use USB-A ports, so you may need to add additional USB-A to USB-C cables to your kits.
4 Port USB 3.0 Hub with USB-A Plug
AU$10.00
4 USB-A charging ports
Comes with USB-A connector
4 Port USB 3.0 Hub with USB-C Plug
AU$10.00
4 USB-A charging ports
Comes with USB-C connector
Alternatively, these mains powered Hubs (in conjunction with an appropriate travel adapter) could be useful.
45W Wall Charger 6 Port USB and USB-C
AU$39.00
2 USB-A charging ports (2.4A shared)
1 USB-A QC3.0 18W port
1 USB-C 3A charging port
1 USB-C Power Delivery (PD) port, up to 20V
Includes AU mains power cable
USB 4 Port Desktop Charger
AU$19.00
4 x USB-A charging ports, divided in to two pairs, each pair supporting max 2.4A output
90cm mains power cable length
DO NOT GET the 5 Port Charger with Travel Plug from Kmart!!!This adapter DOES NOT CONVERT VOLTAGE and you could potentially blow up your device or start a fire!!!
Please check the supply voltage and voltage required by your appliances.
Seperate Kits
Seriously consider creating SEPERATE KITS for each passenger that is CUSTOMISED to their particular needs — ie: if Mum has a older iPhone that still uses Lighting then place a Lighting Cable in her kit, but if the kids all have new iPhones with USB-C then place USB-C cables in their kits.
Use Cable Ties on ALL of everyone’s cables etc to identify ownership eg Red for Mum, White for Dad, Yellow for Son, and Red for Daughter… or use a two colour combo
500 Pack Cable Ties
AU$7.00
Four different colours, varying lengths. Remember to cut excess length off when used on cables.
Also place one on the ZIP PULL of the Travel Tech Organiser Case to quickly see whose kit you have… and this time you may wish to keep the full length of the cable tie attached.
All product images in this article were obtained from Kmart’s website and listed pricing was correct at the time of publication.