One of the most common travel mistakes Australians make is arriving overseas and discovering their charger doesn't fit the wall socket. A travel adapter is a small, inexpensive item that prevents a big problem — here's exactly which one you need and what to look for.
Australia's Plug Type
Australia uses Type I plugs (the angled flat pin design). Most of the world uses different standards — Type A/B (USA, Japan), Type C/E/F (Europe), Type G (UK, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia). Without an adapter, your Australian chargers won't work in any of these countries.
Universal vs Country-Specific Adapters
If you travel to multiple destinations, a universal adapter is far better value than buying one per country. The PlugMate™ Universal Travel Adapter covers 200+ countries with USB-A and USB-C fast charging ports built in, so you can charge multiple devices simultaneously without a separate power board.
What About Power Banks?
For long travel days when you can't get near a wall socket, a power bank is essential. The GlobeCharge™ Power Bank combines a universal travel adapter with a built-in power bank — one device covers both needs.
Keeping Cables Organised
Adapters are useless if you can't find your cables. The TripTech™ Tech Organizer keeps your adapter, cables, chargers and small electronics in one waterproof bag that you can pull out whole at airport security and drop straight back in.
Countries That Need Special Attention
- USA/Canada — Type A/B, 110V (check your device handles dual voltage)
- UK/Ireland/Singapore/Malaysia/Hong Kong — Type G
- Europe — Type C/E/F
- Japan — Type A, 100V
- Bali/Indonesia — Type C/F
- New Zealand — same Type I as Australia, no adapter needed