Who knew, back in 1375 when the word “remote” first entered the language, that six centuries later the concept would become the norm?

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, going to the office now means commuting to the dining room; company meetings and presentations have gone virtual; and business wardrobes are no longer as buttoned down as they once were. As long as there is power and an Internet connection, “working remote” can happen practically anywhere – from home, a favorite campsite, a national park, even on the road from the comfy confines of an RV.

Working remotely has paved the way for more travel, although the travel itself may look a bit different these days. With travelers choosing road trips over plane trips, outdoor adventure over indoor attractions, private cabins and personal RVs over hotel stays, they still need products that will see them through – and that has opened up the door to new categories of travel goods and gear.

See how savvy travel goods manufacturers have responded to this new norm, with bags built for minimalism and mobility; laptop accessories that help turn on-the-road places into productive workspaces; and an array of items that answer the call for health and hygiene products daily.