15 Best Amazon Labor Day Sale Safety Gear Deals

I love traveling alone. Traveling solo is a choice I find myself making over and over again, and happily so. I have a husband and friends whose jobs don’t always allow them the freedom to skip town at the drop of a Google flight alert — unlike mine, which, as a freelance travel journalist, thankfully does —and so I’m often stuck with the choice to either stay home or book the ticket and go it alone. Nine times out of 10, I book the ticket. Obviously, sharing experiences with my friends and family is the goal, but I have truly loved traveling by myself all over the world. In fact, out of the 88 countries I’ve visited, more than 50 have been solo trips. 

Traveling alone is a great way to learn what excites and interests you at your very core, but it doesn’t come without its risks — especially when you’re a solo female traveler. After 20 years of solo adventures, my packing list now includes some nifty safety products that not only secure my space but also help me sleep soundly while in some of the world’s most remote locations. I’m always on the lookout for newer and more efficient safety items that will help me stay safe, whether I’m traveling alone to Kampala, Uganda, or Union, Missouri. Luckily, a slew of them are on sale during the Amazon Labor Day sale. Below are the coolest and safest devices I’m adding to my cart while they’re up to 71 percent off. 

Kosin Personal Safety Alarm

I recommend carrying a safety alarm to solo travelers any chance I get since it is an inexpensive, TSA-friendly tool that has the potential to save a life. Even when it’s not on sale, the Kosin Personal Safety Alarm’s $25 price tag is worth it, because, when activated, this tiny device emits a screeching loud siren and flashes a strobe light to deter attackers and create an opportunity for escape. I carry a similar one in my purse every time I leave the house, especially while traveling. 

Apple AirTag 4-pack 

I can’t imagine traveling without an Apple AirTag in this day of modern travel. I toss one in my suitcase, one in my backpack, and one in my purse in case anything goes missing. It also comes in handy for giving your family back home the ability to see your location when you’re traveling solo. During Labor Day Weekend, this four-pack set of Apple AirTags is nearly 24 percent off. I also noticed an impressive deal on this Tile Mates Tracker duo, which is compatible with Apple and Android devices.

Ticonn RFID-blocking Cards

The last thing a solo traveler needs on a trip is to be left financially stranded due to credit card theft. These little RFID-blocking cards slip into any purse or wallet and protect against skimmers and unauthorized scanning.

AceMining Portable Door Lock

A portable door lock is an easy way for solo travelers to get peace of mind when they’re staying in a hotel and an Airbnb. I’ve been eager to test the Trustella Heavy-duty Portable Door Lock as it seems more likely to comply with many of the more modern hotels or vacation rentals. But thousands of travelers, including flight attendants, swear by the AceMining Portable Door Lock, an Amazon best-seller that’s on sale for $15. 

Travelon Anti-theft Classic Large Backpack

Not only do I love this anti-theft backpack for its locking zippers, but I also how it can hold so many travel essentials for someone traveling alone. The design of this backpack — namely the trolley strap — makes it easier to move quickly when necessary, which, as a solo traveler, should always be a consideration when choosing luggage. 

Jsaux USB Data Blocker 

It may seem harmless to charge your phone in public spaces or a rental car, but the seemingly innocent act can make you victim to juice jacking, a cyber-theft tactic in which malware can be loaded on electronic devices charging on public outlets. A compromised phone can ruin your trip by limiting your access to navigation apps, digital tickets, important travel information, credit cards, and more — not to mention that you might not be able to make a call in an emergency. 

As a solo traveler, protecting your digital information should be a top priority, which is why I recommend packing these little data blockers. They attach to your charger’s USB cord and they can prevent anyone from stealing your information or uploading malware onto your device.

AceMining Upgraded Door Security Bar 

I used to prop chairs up against hotel doors and have tried the viral flight attendant hanger hack, but there is no comparison to the effectiveness of this sturdy security bar for making sure no one can access my room while I’m in it. I love that this can help secure sliding doors and windows as well since there have been many times I’ve lost sleep while alone in a ground-floor hotel room due to flimsy locks on sliding doors. 

Chensprx RFID-blocking Wallet With ID Window 

In most cities, I’m more of a “just be aware and smart” girl when it comes to protecting my wallet (i.e., don’t make it easy for someone to grab it), but this RFID-blocking wallet is currently in my Amazon cart for many reasons. I love the keychain hook, which I plan to use with a two-sided-locking carabiner to lock into my purse for situations where it’s smart to have emergency cash separate from my main wallet. Make sure to clip the on-site coupon to get it for an extra 15 percent off. 

Allive Passport Cover With Apple AirTag Holder

When I travel with my husband, I’m notorious for panicking about misplacing my passport, only to have him find it where I would least expect it. When I’m alone, I don’t have that freedom, which is why I think this Apple AirTag passport holder is a genius idea for a solo traveler (like myself) who could benefit from a little tracking help. There are also plenty of useful compartments and slip pockets to keep your other travel documents organized, and it’s 20 percent off with an on-site coupon. 

Emdmak Door Stop Alarm

I sleep better in a hotel room with this little door alarm wedged beneath the door. It’s not going to stop someone from breaking in, but it can scare someone away with its high-pitched alarm if it gets set off. Many times when I’m alone, I get scared thinking I wouldn’t be able to hear if someone were to get in my room, and this inexpensive security system eliminates that fear. 

Cfiai Portable Charger With Built-in Cables

A portable charger may not seem like a safety device, but when you’re traveling alone, your phone can often be one of your best safety tools. If your phone’s battery dies, you can’t call for help in an emergency, you can’t navigate yourself out of a dangerous situation, and you can’t even use the little flashlight to help you find your way out during an emergency.

I always keep a portable charger with me, and I prefer my phone to always stay above 60 percent battery while traveling alone. Right now, this all-in-one model from Cfiai is 71 percent off; it comes with built-in cables and can charge up to four devices at once. 

Csteboke Pocket Flashlight

I always travel with a headlamp, partly because camping habits die hard, but also just if I’m ever in a place where I need to get out and need my hands free to do so. They also come in handy to add some visibility in a parking garage. I like how this mini lamp is magnetic and can change from a flashlight to a headlamp easily, and how it has a motion sensor, which can be another mini form of security while in a hotel room alone.

Munio Self Defense Keychain Kit

I used to carry a mace keychain with me on my college campus, hoping I would never have to use it, and I feel the same way about this TSA-friendly self-defense tool (re: hoping I never have to use it). The design is inspired by the Kubotan self-defense device but in a much more approachable, ergonomic, and simplified form for safe use. Though it’s not sporting a slashed price tag for Labor Day, it’s affordable and useful enough that it still deserves a spot in your cart.

Aircove Go VPN Router

A VPN may seem like a strange addition to this list, but hear me out. Sure, it can let you access your U.S. accounts and subscriptions on foreign soil, but it also encrypts your data so you have fewer chances of being hacked while traveling abroad. Essentially, it makes you harder to trace, which, as someone who travels alone knows, can be a vital piece to staying safe in any country when used properly. This device might not be on sale, but it’s a worthy investment in my book.

Uber eGift Card

I’m always eyeing sales on gift cards because it’s basically free money when you can score one. Even though I prefer to walk or take public transportation while I’m traveling, Uber Eats has actually saved me a few times when I felt unsafe going out of my hotel room at night (once when I was advised not to leave the hotel due to a riot and another time when a hotel guest was being a bit too aggressively “friendly”), so having a few credits on hand can eliminate the need to choose between safety and hunger. 

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