7 Sam's Club Buys That Can Save You Money on Summer Travel
Summer travel has a way of turning small purchases into big expenses.
Airport water, forgotten chargers and last-minute travel gear can add up fast. That's why it helps to make a checklist of items you'll need in advance of your adventures.
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Before heading to the airport or hitting the road, these Sam's Club buys can help travelers save money on summer travel with practical products that cost less upfront and earn their keep throughout the trip.
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1. Ello Emma Stainless Steel Reusable Water Bottle
Price: $17
Buying bottled water at airports, rest stops and tourist attractions can add up over the course of a trip.
The Ello Emma 14-ounce stainless steel water bottle two-pack makes it easy to refill instead.
The bottles’ bright colors also make them easier to spot inside a crowded purse, backpack or carry-on, helping travelers spend less time digging through their bags while on the go.
2. iHome Magnetic Power Bank
Price: $20
A portable charger can be a lifesaver when flights are delayed or long sightseeing days leave a phone battery running low.
The iHome Magnetic Power Bank is compact enough to slip into a purse, backpack or carry-on without taking up much room, making it easy to keep within reach.
At $20, it's an affordable travel essential that can help travelers avoid paying premium prices for replacement chargers or portable batteries after they arrive.
3. DUDE Wipes XL Flushable Wipes
Price: $20
DUDE Wipes XL Flushable Wipes includes 10 individual packs, making it easy to stash one in a purse, carry-on and checked bag before leaving home.
Instead of relying on a single pack, travelers can spread the wipes across multiple bags before the trip begins.
Whether it's a long flight, a road trip or an unexpected delay, a pack is always within easy reach without having to dig through luggage or buy wipes at the airport kiosk.
4. Arctic Zone Pro Expandable Lunch Bag
Price: $20
Road trip snack stops can add hundreds of dollars to the cost of a family vacation, especially when everyone wants a drink and something to eat.
Packing food before leaving home can help keep those costs in check while making fewer stops along the way.
The Arctic Zone Pro Expandable Lunch Bag includes a small container, a large container, two ice packs and a reusable water bottle. Together, they help keep sandwiches, salads and drinks cold during long drives.
5. Lay's Mix Variety Pack Potato Chips, 30-pack
Price: $18.50
Travel days have a way of turning a simple snack into an expensive purchase. Airport kiosks, convenience stores and roadside gas stations often charge a premium for single-serve snacks and drinks.
The Lay's Mix Variety Pack includes 30 individual bags in classic flavors — all for about 63 cents per bag, based on the $19 price.
6. Banana Boat Sport Ultra Sunscreen Spray, 3-Pack
Price: $17
Some travelers wait until they reach their destination to buy sunscreen rather than pack it in their luggage. That can lead to paying higher prices at hotel gift shops, beach stores, amusement parks and resort convenience stores.
Buying a three-pack before leaving home can help avoid those destination markups while ensuring sunscreen is ready for the trip.
At $17, the Banana Boat Sport Ultra Sunscreen Spray three-pack works out to about $5.67 per bottle. That's a practical value for family vacations or multiple summer getaways.
7. Member's Mark Classic Coffee Pods, Variety Pack
Price: $33
Vacation mornings often begin with a stop at the nearest coffee shop and those purchases can add up over the course of a trip.
For travelers staying in an Airbnb or a hotel with an in-room coffee maker, brewing coffee instead can leave more room in the travel budget for meals, attractions or souvenirs.
The Member's Mark Classic Coffee Pods Variety Pack includes 100 pods in four blends — Donut Shop, French Roast, Colombian and House Blend — enough for multiple trips as well as mornings back at home.
Editor’s note: Prices and availability are subject to change.
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