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CNET'S VACATION GEAR MAKEOVER: Let our editors redo your travel tech

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When packing up the minivan for the long haul to a national park or just across state to the nearest theme park, you'll need the right gadgets to keep you entertained and the kids in the backseat occupied. We recommend tech that's easy and breezy, able to capture great moments and keep you in touch. Take these for a ride.			Find the best gear for your trip: Beach vacation International vacation Camping vacation Road trip vacation Back to intro


Backseat flicks and going hands-free: picks from our editor at large
	PANASONIC DVD-LV65 While the LV-65 is not our top-rated portable DVD, it is highly regarded and eminently watchable--and it will keep the kids quiet just as well as our Editors' Choice pick! Read review Check the latest price	JABRA FREESPEAK With a passel of sugar-crazed kids in tow, you don't need any more encumbrances at the theme park. This headset makes sure wires aren't one of them. Read review Check the latest price


Capture memories with these ringers: picks from our Cell Phone Diva
	LG VX6000 There's not much you can't do with this phone. You can even download games to help pass the time between long stops on the road. Read review Check the latest price	SAMSUNG SGH-E715 Small enough to fit in a pocket without leaving a bulge, the E715 even has a camera so that you can snap photos of interesting roadside landmarks. Read review Check the latest price


PDA fun for the road weary: picks from our handheld expert
	MITAC MIO 168 Stop and ask for directions? Not with this GPS-enabled Pocket PC, which provides you with maps and real-time turn-by-turn directions. Read review Check the latest price	PALM TUNGSTEN T3 If you're sick of sitting in the driver's seat, take a break with the Tungsten T3 and listen to your favorite MP3s or watch some videos. Read review Check the latest price


Groove the miles away: picks from the MP3 Insider
	JENS OF SWEDEN MP-110 When your kids start to complain about your music, this tiny, feature-packed plug-in player gives them their own playlist. Read review Check the latest price	HANDHELD ZVUE Both you and the kids can take along an in-car movie with this inexpensive portable video player. Read review Check the latest price


Your trip in digital glory: picks from our camera and camcorder pro
	FUJIFILM FINEPIX F700 Thanks to its extended dynamic range, this camera won't flinch under the bright sunlight, and it's small enough to carry in your pocket. Read review Check the latest price	CANON OPTURA 300 This slick, compact camcorder is an excellent choice for picky shooters who want vacation videos and still photos, but not double the baggage. Read review Check the latest price

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