Whether you’re starting your own business on the road or you’re working as a remote employee, you won’t want to leave home without a few key items in your carry-on. Be prepared to work anywhere with these six tools that every digital nomad needs.

Wi-Fi Hotspot

From small-town America to major cities, Wi-Fi quality can be unpredictable. When you’re a digital nomad, however, a strong Wi-Fi connection is critical. With a Wi-Fi hotspot, you can ensure that you get the quality and speed you need no matter where you are.

With a device like the T-Mobile ZTE Falcon 4G LTE Hotspot, you can harness the speed of the 4G LTE network when using your laptop, tablet, and other Wi-Fi enabled devices. Since this hotspot allows you to connect multiple devices, you can share the Wi-Fi signal with employees and colleagues, making group projects and brainstorming sessions easier.

Powerful Tablet

Whether you’re connecting with clients, updating your to-do list, or creating or consuming content, you need a powerful tablet like the iPad Mini 4. With up to 10 hours of battery life and all the apps you need to stay productive, this is the ultimate tool for remote employees and digital nomads.

If you anticipate using your iPad for creating text-based copy, you might want to invest in a portable keyboard, too. The most useful models can serve as a stand for your tablet while providing an easy-to-use keyboard with nearly standard-sized keys.

Mobile Workstation

A tablet or a laptop makes working from home or on the road easy and convenient. When you really need to dig in and focus on a challenging project, however, you might need a more comprehensive setup.

Create a mobile workstation with a laptop stand and a Bluetooth-enabled mouse and keyboard. The super-compact Roost Laptop Stand fits most laptops and won’t add much to your overall weight. Make typing easier with the Logitech Bluetooth Easy-Switch Keyboard, and simplify clicking and dragging with Apple’s Magic Trackpad.

Portable Batteries

When you’ve scheduled meeting after meeting or you have a long travel day ahead, keeping your devices charged isn’t always easy. That’s why it’s important to keep a selection of portable batteries on hand. Anker’s PowerCore and Astro portable chargers give you all the power you need, and they’re easy to slip into your carry-on, messenger bag, or briefcase.

While portable batteries excel at keeping you charged on the go, keep in mind that you’ll need to charge them, too. That’s where the ultra-portable Anker PowerPort 6 USB charger comes in handy. This slim charger has six USB ports for simultaneous device charging and even has amp-adjustment technology so that you’ll never have to worry about overpowering your gadgets in a new location.

International Adapters

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For most digital nomads, visiting international destinations goes with the territory. Since outlets and power requirements vary widely outside of the United States, you’ll need an international outlet adapter. Travel light by carrying the adapter you’ll need for just your destination, or opt for a versatile model that can handle virtually all types of outlets.

To keep your outlet adapters safe and working smoothly, don’t forget to add a compact surge protector to your travel kit. Look for a model that has USB capabilities so that you can plug in a variety of devices at once.

Bluetooth Speaker

All work and no play causes the digital nomad lifestyle to become tiresome quickly. Fortunately, you can make your workday more enjoyable by listening to your favorite bands and DJs on a great Bluetooth-enabled sound system.

If your typical workspace involves sun and sand, opt for the UE ROLL 2, which pumps out great sound while resisting water and other elements. If you generally work indoors and want nothing less than the best sound, opt for the Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker II. This portable speaker can go anywhere while delivering the sound quality you expect from Bose.

When you’re working on the go, it’s important to be prepared for all types of situations. If you make sure not to leave home without these six tools, you can stay efficient in the city, on the beach, and during flight.