{"id":93279,"date":"2022-10-24T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-24T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.www.smartertravel.com\/2012\/12\/17\/7-embarrassing-travel-gadgets-that-actually-work\/"},"modified":"2022-12-14T16:43:08","modified_gmt":"2022-12-14T21:43:08","slug":"7-embarrassing-travel-gadgets-that-actually-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smartertravel.com\/7-embarrassing-travel-gadgets-that-actually-work\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Embarrassing Travel Gadgets That Actually Work"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Whether you\u2019re looking for a gag gift or you want to solve a specific problem and don\u2019t give a hoot what people think, these embarrassing travel gadgets and gizmos are right up your alley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Embarrassing Travel Gadgets That Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Though they might cost you a bit of dignity, the following items are geared to make life a little easier for travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of the products featured in this story were hand-selected by our travel editors. Some of the links featured in this story are affiliate links, and SmarterTravel may collect a commission (at no cost to you) if you shop through them.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunany Female Urination Device <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Sunany<\/a>
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This is a female urination device (let\u2019s be honest\u2014it\u2019s a funnel) that allows women to pee standing up. Why on Earth would you waste time looking for the nearest bathroom when you can cower behind a bush while using a hot-pink silicone funnel<\/a> to pee?<\/p>\n\n\n\t

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Tush Wipes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Box<\/a>
Amazon<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Unlike its sister moist-towelette products like Wet Ones, Tush Wipes<\/a> didn\u2019t get the memo about delicate subtlety. If your conspicuously labeled packet of butt cleaner falls out of your purse, best deny ownership.<\/p>\n\n\n\t

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Related:<\/h3>\n

7 Shameless Ways to Make a Flight Comfortable<\/a><\/p><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Claspies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Claspies<\/a>
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You\u2019ve fallen into the airplane toilet again. Blame traditional underwear. Fortunately for you, there are Claspies, underwear with clasps on its sides that allow you to quickly escape from your skivvies without picking up your feet and tumbling into the bowl. According to the product website, \u201cWhile traveling, there is nothing better than putting on a fresh pair of panties in the middle of a long journey! Thank you, Claspies.\u201d There is also nothing better than not falling into the toilet. Thanks again! Buy a pair for $14.95 from Claspies<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\t

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Ostrich Pillow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Ostrich<\/a>
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For a stylish in-flight nap experience, choose the Ostrich Pillow<\/a>. This pod-like pillow allows tired travelers to sleep in a variety of positions with a convenient nose and mouth window for easy breathing (or snoring). With two additional openings on the sides for your hands and arms, you can cozy up in your own cocoon until you reach your destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\t

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Related:<\/h3>\n

10 Ways to Get the Best Seat on a Plane<\/a><\/p><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Seat Sitters Airplane Seat Cover\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Seat<\/a>
Amazon<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Create a barrier between you and the petri dish that is an airplane seat with Seat Sitters Airplane Seat Covers<\/a>. The kit comes with a tray table cover, two sanitary wipes, and other accessories to keep you from picking up inflight germs.<\/p>\n\n\n\t

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Editor\u2019s note: This story was originally published in 2012. It has been updated to reflect the most current information.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Whether you’re looking for a gag gift or you want to solve a specific problem and don’t give a hoot what people think, these embarrassing travel gadgets and gizmos are right up your alley.<\/p>\n

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