Prime Day 2026: My Honest Picks for Travelers (and One Very Spoiled Boston Terrier)
DEALS LIVE JUNE 23–26
Prime Day is almost here — June 23rd through the 26th this year — and I went through the early deals so you don't have to lose an afternoon scrolling. A few ground rules, because you know me: everything on this list is something I actually use and would hand to my own sister without a second thought. If it's not genuinely worth it, it's not here. Simple as that. 🌅
A little honesty note: some of these are affiliate links, which means if you buy through one I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It keeps this little corner of the internet running — thank you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
🐾 Gypsy's Picks (Because She Runs This House)
My fastest sellers every single time — and the things that actually keep my girl healthy.
If you've been around a while, you know Gypsy eats better than we do. I make most of her food at home, and these are the staples I reorder without thinking. If you've got a pup, this is where I'd start.
Goes over her dinner every night — gentle on the tummy and she comes running for it.
The little thing that makes homemade dog food actually balanced. Easy to forget, important to have.
Her one-a-day. Fills the gaps so I'm not second-guessing her bowl.
Keeps her busy and happy for ages — bonus, it's good for her teeth.
The one that fits her funny little frame right and doesn't pull at her neck. Travels everywhere with us.
🧳 Travel Comfort for the Long Haul
At our stage, comfortable beats trendy every time. These earn their spot in my bag.
I'm not chasing the latest gadget — I'm chasing a flight where my feet don't swell and a trip where I actually feel good when I land. These are the comfort items I'd tell any traveler our age to grab while they're on sale.
A real friend on long flights and long airport days.
🔗Supportive travel neck pillow
The one that actually holds your head up instead of flopping.
How I keep one suitcase sane across a multi-stop trip.
Fill it past security, stay hydrated, skip the $5 airport water.
📸 Capturing It All — My Camera Kit
Updated July 2026: After our recent Big Island Hawaii trip, I've added a few new travel tech favorites, including the Insta360 X5, a slim magnetic power bank, and a couple of handy phone mounts for road trips and travel days.
Heads up: only worth grabbing if it's genuinely on sale. Camera gear isn't always discounted, so check first.
Swimming with the manta rays on the Big Island reminded me — the memories you actually keep are the ones you captured. This is the kit I trust in and out of the water. If these land in the deals on the 23rd, that's your sign.
Full honesty: I shoot on an older GoPro HERO8 that's served me well for years. But it's an older model now, so if you're buying today, here's the current version I'd point you to.
🔗GoPro HERO13 Black (the step-up)
If you want the best image quality and stabilization, this is the current flagship. More camera than most of us need — but it's wonderful.
Hands-free, immersive footage — this is how you get the "you're right there" shots.
For deliberate shots — and it floats, so a dropped camera doesn't sink. Learned that one the hard way.
My 360 camera for the big sweeping travel moments. A splurge, but stunning.
Cheap insurance for an expensive lens. Note: X5 accessories don't fit the older X2 or X4 — get the X5 ones.
🔗Portable charger / power bank
My go-to backup power for travel days
🔗Car Sun Visor Mount
Perfect for road trips and scenic drives
🔗Magnetic adjustable Rotatable Phone Mount
A simple travel accessory that keeps my phone within easy reach.
That's my honest list. If Prime Day tempts you into one good thing that makes your next trip comfier or your pup a little happier, I call that a win. 🧡
Deals run June 23–26 — come say hi on Instagram@retired_wife and tell me what you grabbed. I love seeing it.
