We'll be taking 3 separate train trips in autumn traveling between the Netherlands, France and Germany. My husband and I would like to use our mobile phones (go through photos, send emails, etc) while charging them so we are looking for a portable USB 2 port charger that will plug into the European sockets at the seats of the Thalys and DB trains.
Thanks so much.
I suspect the power plugs on trains would be the same as in a building.
Using the adapter you plan to use in your hotel room on your USB charger seems the thing to do.
If you need a 2 port charger Amazon has gobs---https://www.amazon.com/Anker-2-Port-Charger-PowerPort-PowerIQ/dp/B01LCDJ7LG
I have this, works well:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N14AV3K/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
If you need a 2 port charger Amazon has
gobs---https://www.amazon.com/Anker-2-Port-Charger-PowerPort-PowerIQ/dp/B01LCDJ7LG
This is out of stock. I did see this one earlier but I wanted one with a European plug, not the American/Canadian. The size is perfect though for Amtrak's Acela. LOL
I suspect the power plugs on trains would be the same as in a
building. Using the adapter you plan to use in your hotel room on
your USB charger seems the thing to do.
It's a block with 4 USB ports and I wanted to pack that in my main 2 wheel pullman carry-on as it is a bit heavy. I wanted something small & light that I could put in my small daybag for the trains.
I have this, works well:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N14AV3K/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This could work. It says it is dual USB Type C. Does that mean it will work on my iPhone SE and iPad Mini? It looks like it does.
I don't have Apple products, but according to the info in my link, yes.
Type C refers to the European plug, not the USB.
Thanks Liz.
Buy one over there. It will then have the correct plug.
Buy one over there. It will then have the correct plug.
I can appreciate that advice and I thank you. I'll be arriving at AMS and then taking the train to Paris a few hours later so I would only have access to airport stores. Airport vendors always overcharge; they have a captive audience.
Moreover, I won't know if one is better/more reliable than an another. Hence, I want to buy in advance for both the cost savings (Amazon Prime Day is on Monday and I'll look for discounted pricing) and the recommendations of which products travelers here find to be reliable.
