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Travel + Leisure
22-06-2025
- Travel + Leisure
I've Been to 30+ Countries—Here, 15 Brilliant Travel Essentials I Tell Family to Buy for Trips Abroad, From $6
Traveling abroad can be both thrilling and overwhelming. As a travel writer, I've fielded countless calls from friends and family asking for tips, especially a go-to packing list of essentials before their first flight, cruise, or any other international adventure. Over the years, I've been surprised by how often people circle back to tell me that one specific item made all the difference. I've had moments myself, like when a fellow passenger lost her phone mid-flight and my trusty headlamp lit up the dark airplane floor to find it quickly. And in today's world, with headlines about carbon monoxide leaks in hotel rooms or widespread power outages, some of these 'nice-to-have' accessories have become non-negotiable for peace of mind. Whether you're a first-time flyer or a seasoned jet-setter, I hope this list of must-have travel items helps you feel a little more prepared—and a lot more at ease. I've carried an Energizer headlamp in my travel bag for nearly a decade—and like the brand's famous bunny, it just keeps going. Whether you're rummaging through luggage at night, navigating a blackout, or helping someone find a lost item under their airplane seat, it beats your phone flashlight every time. This two-pack is great for having a backup on hand or sharing with a fellow traveler. It's a smart addition to any emergency or camping kit, too. Packing cubes are a travel essential, and Veken's eight-piece set levels up the game. Whether you're road-tripping or flying overseas, these space-saving organizers help keep clothes neat, outfits sorted, and your suitcase stress-free. The breathable mesh keeps things visible and fresh, while sturdy handles and well-thought-out sizes make packing (and unpacking) way easier. It comes with extras like a shoe bag, a laundry pouch (also great for beach days), and a cosmetic case. Carbon monoxide poisoning in hotel rooms is a growing concern, which is why a portable carbon monoxide detector is a must for safety-conscious travelers. This compact model from First Alert is dependable, travel-friendly, and highly rated (it's an Amazon's Choice pick). Though a small addition to your packing list, it can make a big difference when staying in unfamiliar accommodations. When you're navigating a new city, the last thing you want is a dead phone. This slim, travel-ready Mophie power bank has saved me more times than I can count. It holds enough charge to fully power up an iPhone, and the fast-charging feature delivers juice up to 50 percent faster. Durable and compact, it slips easily into a crossbody or backpack—perfect for travel days when you're using maps, mobile payments, and camera apps nonstop. Jet lag and time zone changes can make it easy to forget your daily meds or vitamins, but this colorful, easy-open Auvon pill organizer helps keep everything on track. It's BPA-free, compact enough for travel, and designed with push-button lids that are gentle on hands. Whether you're managing prescriptions or just keeping up with supplements, this travel-friendly case makes it simple to stay consistent on the go. Avoid the TSA shuffle with this 18-piece travel toiletry set, which includes leak-proof bottles, jars, and spatulas—ideal for shampoo, skincare, and other personal items. The clear, zippered bag keeps everything organized and TSA-compliant, and the variety of sizes makes packing for a week or weekend a breeze. Every item is reusable and easy to clean, too. A universal travel adapter is an essential accessory for any international trip. Compact and lightweight, this Tessan adapter easily converts outlets for over 150 countries with simple slide mechanisms—no bulky parts required. It includes multiple USB ports alongside a standard AC outlet, so you can charge smartphones, laptops, cameras, and other devices simultaneously. Amazon's Choice, with over 5,000 positive reviews, is designed for durability and convenience. For best care, store it in a protective case to keep dust and debris out during travel. Traveling light with a carry-on means having to maximize space, and keeping your belongings clean is key. These waterproof shoe bags are a game-changer for anyone who packs an extra pair of shoes. Designed to protect your clothes and gear from dirt, mud, and moisture, the durable, water-resistant material keeps your suitcase organized and mess-free. Perfect for hikers, bikers, or beachgoers, these bags also double as storage for swimsuits, laundry, or toiletries. The five-pack gives you plenty of options to separate shoes or other items on every trip. This toiletry bag easily fits an electric toothbrush, shaving kit, and all my grooming gear with room to spare. Secure zippers and sturdy materials help prevent spills and leaks, too. Available in five neutral colors, it complements any suitcase style while offering versatile storage for toiletries, electronics, or small travel accessories. Travelers love stylish vacation looks, but sun protection is just as essential for staying healthy and energized. This wide-brim sun hat offers UPF 50 protection, shielding your face and neck from harmful UV rays. Crafted with breathable mesh fabric, it'll keep your face sheltered on sunny days, making it a must-have accessory for outdoor adventures and sightseeing in any destination. Long days in the sun can wear you down, especially while traveling. This lightweight hoodie has UPF 50 sun protection woven right into the fabric, shielding your skin from harmful UV rays. Its breathable, moisture-wicking material keeps you cool and comfortable on hikes, beach days, or city explorations. Compact and easy to pack, it's a smart, stylish addition to any travel wardrobe for reliable sun defense without bulk. For travelers logging miles on city streets or theme parks, foot fatigue and pain can quickly set in. These insoles provide extra cushioning and arch relief to absorb shock while reducing pressure and fatigue. They fit easily into most athletic shoes, helping you stay comfortable during long days of walking and exploring. Stay refreshed and energized on the go with these electrolyte packs. Perfect for days on which you're surrounded by that dry airplane air, these convenient packets help replenish fluids and deliver immune-boosting vitamin C. Keep hydration simple and effective wherever your adventures take you. Travel smart with Knockaround Polarized UV 400 Sunglasses. They're durable, stylish, and budget-friendly. Perfect as a backup or everyday pair, these polarized sunglasses protect your eyes from harsh UV rays while offering clear vision on any adventure, making them a must-have, affordable travel essential. Upgrade your in-flight entertainment with the AirFly SE Bluetooth Wireless Transmitter. Easily connect your Bluetooth headphones, including AirPods, to airplane seatback screens for superior wireless audio. It's perfect for travelers seeking a private experience and high-quality sound on flights. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
Entrepreneur
17-06-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Duracell Sues Energizer, Alleges False Advertising Campaign
Duracell and Energizer have been suing each other over advertising claims for years. Duracell, the company known for its copper-and-black-colored batteries, is suing rival Energizer, known for its bunny mascot, over what it claims is a "confusing and misleading" television and online advertising campaign. The complaint, which Duracell filed in federal court in Manhattan last week, took fault with Energizer's statement in a new ad campaign that Energizer Max batteries last 10% longer than Duracell Power Boost batteries. Related: Reddit Sues $61.5 Billion AI Startup Anthropic for Allegedly Using the Site for Training Data Duracell claims that Energizer only took one industry standard into account when making the statement, and that battery performance is also determined through other standards. Duracell claims to have suffered "irreparable reputational harm" due to the ad campaign, which Energizer launched earlier this month on TV, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. "The Energizer Max false advertising is a clear effort by Energizer to expand its market share — at Duracell's expense — by confusing and misleading consumers about the comparative performance of Energizer Max batteries and Duracell Power Boost batteries with blatantly false advertising in a transparent, and unfair, effort to drive sales," the complaint read. One YouTube ad from Energizer from June 2 shows the company claiming: "There's no competition. Energizer Max outlasts Duracell Power Boost by 10%." Duracell wants Energizer to pay monetary damages and stop running the ads. This is the latest legal battle between Duracell and Energizer — the companies have been suing each other over advertising claims for years. Energizer sued Duracell in September 2019 over Duracell's claim that its Optimum batteries lasted longer than rival batteries. Duracell filed a legal complaint against Energizer a year later over claims that Energizer Max batteries lasted up to 50% longer than other batteries. In December 2020, Duracell and Energizer agreed to voluntarily dismiss their lawsuits. Related: 'Extraordinarily Expensive': Getty Images Is Pouring Millions of Dollars Into One AI Lawsuit, CEO Says Energizer brought in revenue of $2.887 billion in 2024 compared to Duracell's $2 billion. However, Duracell claims to have a greater U.S. market share. The company said in 2020 that it had a 45% share of the U.S. market for alkaline household batteries compared to Energizer's 26% share, per Reuters. Duracell is owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, which bought Duracell from Procter & Gamble in 2014. The deal added Duracell to Berkshire's portfolio of more than 60 businesses, including Dairy Queen ice cream, Geico auto insurance, and Benjamin Moore paint.
Global News
17-06-2025
- Business
- Global News
Duracell sues Energizer over battery life claims in high-voltage feud
In a battle of the batteries, Duracell has sued Energizer, accusing its rival of crossing the positive line and misleading consumers in a nationwide TV and online ad campaign about whose batteries last longer. Duracell, owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, filed a complaint in Manhattan federal court on June 13, stating that it has suffered irreparable harm and lost customer goodwill due to Energizer Max ads featuring Energizer's sunglasses-clad, drum-beating pink bunny. Duracell contested claims that Energizer Max outlasts Duracell Power Boost batteries by 10 per cent, that it 'beats' Duracell, and is 'proven to last longer' in the ongoing power struggle between the two brands. It said Energizer based those claims solely on a comparison of AA batteries under the non-profit American National Standards Institute's personal grooming products standard and does not apply to all Duracell batteries. Story continues below advertisement The claims 'necessarily imply the false message that Energizer Max batteries outlast all Duracell batteries' and represent 'a clear effort by Energizer to expand its market share — at Duracell's expense,' Duracell said in the high-voltage feud against its competitor. 3:59 Health Matters: Button battery poisoning One of Energizer's recent YouTube ads shows their pink bunny battling it out with a battery that looks very similar to a Duracell product. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'There's no competition. Energizer Max outlasts Duracell Power Boost by 10 per cent. No fluff. Just facts. Energizer Max now powered by enhanced energy,' a voiceover states. Duracell accused Energizer of false advertising under federal and New York unfair competition laws but Energizer has yet to respond to the claim. It is seeking unspecified compensatory and punitive damages, including lost profits and an injunction requiring 'corrective advertising.' Story continues below advertisement This isn't the first time the companies have battled it out in a fully charged courtroom. In 2022, Energizer won a seven-year court case against Duracell in a Canadian court after arguing that Duracell packaging couldn't claim its products lasted longer than Energizer products because of the contravened trademark law, since their slogan is famously associated with the Energizer Bunny that 'keeps going and going and going.' The court ruled in Energizer's favour regarding the use of its trademarks in Duracell's campaign, awarding Energizer a permanent injunction and $179,000 in damages. In 2019 and 2020, Duracell and Energizer sued each other in the Manhattan court over performance claims in ads for Duracell Optimum and Energizer Max batteries. Both lawsuits were resolved and voluntarily dismissed in December 2020. It seems that Energizer 'keeps suing and suing and suing' as they won another lawsuit against Duracell in 2016 for using a pink bunny mascot in their ads even though Duracell began using a pink bunny in 1973. View image in full screen Pink rabbit and a drum, emblem of Duracell from 1973. Apic/Getty Images Energizer began featuring a pink bunny in their ad campaigns in 1989 and Duracell retained European rights to the bunny in a deal between the two companies in 1992. But Energizer claimed its rights were violated in 2016 because packages of Duracell batteries featuring the rabbit began showing up in stores in the United States after being imported from Europe. Story continues below advertisement View image in full screen The Energizer Bunny during the filming of a television commercial, July 27, 2000, in Los Angeles, Calif. Getty Images/Bob Riha, Jr. After Energizer filed a trademark infringement and contract violation against its rival, Duracell replied and said the cases Energizer cited came from overseas distributors imported packages abroad and that they did not have the power to stop those distributors from shipping them. In November 2017, a United States District judge threw out most of Energizer's claims in the judgement, but left the breach of the 1992 territorial contract. As for the latest legal power struggle between the two battery giants, it seems the feud will keep on going and going with a fully charged debate. — With files from Reuters
CNN
16-06-2025
- Business
- CNN
Duracell sues Energizer, claiming ad campaign features ‘misleading' battery life claims
America's top battery brands are locked in a power struggle over battery life claims. Duracell has filed a lawsuit against Energizer, accusing the rival battery maker of running a deceptive advertising campaign. In a complaint filed in federal court in Manhattan on June 13, Duracell — which is owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway — alleged that Energizer's new ad campaign falsely states that its Energizer MAX batteries outlast Duracell Power Boost batteries by 10%. The ad's claims have caused Duracell to suffer 'irreparable reputational harm, including the tarnishing of its brand and loss of goodwill,' Duracell said in the complaint. Duracell alleged that the sole basis for Energizer's 10% claim is a comparison of the two brands' AA batteries under one industry standard, but battery performance is also measured by other standards, the company said. 'The Energizer MAX False Advertising is a clear effort by Energizer to expand its market share – at Duracell's expense – by confusing and misleading consumers about the comparative performance of Energizer MAX batteries and Duracell Power Boost batteries with blantantly false advertising in a transparent, and unfair, effort to drive sales,' the complaint said. Energizer's new ad campaign, which launched earlier this month, has been featured on numerous television channels, as well as on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube, the lawsuit said. One YouTube ad features Energizer's mascot, the Energizer Bunny, engaging in a head-to-head showdown with a battery that looks like a Duracell battery. 'There's no competition. Energizer MAX outlasts Duracell Power Boost by 10%,' the ad says. 'No fluff, just facts.' Duracell is seeking to halt Energizer's ads and for Energizer to pay monetary damages. Energizer did not immediately respond to CNN's request for comment.
CNN
16-06-2025
- Business
- CNN
Duracell sues Energizer, claiming ad campaign features ‘misleading' battery life claims
America's top battery brands are locked in a power struggle over battery life claims. Duracell has filed a lawsuit against Energizer, accusing the rival battery maker of running a deceptive advertising campaign. In a complaint filed in federal court in Manhattan on June 13, Duracell — which is owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway — alleged that Energizer's new ad campaign falsely states that its Energizer MAX batteries outlast Duracell Power Boost batteries by 10%. The ad's claims have caused Duracell to suffer 'irreparable reputational harm, including the tarnishing of its brand and loss of goodwill,' Duracell said in the complaint. Duracell alleged that the sole basis for Energizer's 10% claim is a comparison of the two brands' AA batteries under one industry standard, but battery performance is also measured by other standards, the company said. 'The Energizer MAX False Advertising is a clear effort by Energizer to expand its market share – at Duracell's expense – by confusing and misleading consumers about the comparative performance of Energizer MAX batteries and Duracell Power Boost batteries with blantantly false advertising in a transparent, and unfair, effort to drive sales,' the complaint said. Energizer's new ad campaign, which launched earlier this month, has been featured on numerous television channels, as well as on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube, the lawsuit said. One YouTube ad features Energizer's mascot, the Energizer Bunny, engaging in a head-to-head showdown with a battery that looks like a Duracell battery. 'There's no competition. Energizer MAX outlasts Duracell Power Boost by 10%,' the ad says. 'No fluff, just facts.' Duracell is seeking to halt Energizer's ads and for Energizer to pay monetary damages. Energizer did not immediately respond to CNN's request for comment.
