In honour of World Tourism Day, we have rounded up our top 6 travel essentials so that you can feel as prepared as possible, and have a blast!
Are you in the midst of planning an exciting trip? Counting down the days? Whether you are travelling overseas for a European holiday, or a South East Asian adventure, or a simple holiday in a new region of Aotearoa, preparing for the trip can help make it go as smoothly as possible, so you can avoid any potential hiccups.
In honour of World Tourism Day, we have rounded up our top 6 travel essentials so that you can feel as prepared as possible, and have a blast!
1. Power Bank
You quite simply don't want to be caught out with a flat phone. There is nothing worse than being cut from your phone, when you need to use maps to find your hotel, or contact someone at home. A portable charger, or power bank, can help save you in a moment’s notice. They are generally slim, compact, and lightweight enough to be slipped into your handbag or cross-body bag while out and about.
2. Packing Cubes
Keep your clothes organised and tidy with a set of trusty packing cubes. They can even come with compression features to help compress the air out of your clothes, and save space in your bag. Packing cubes can help prevent things from going all over the place while searching for something in your bag, and make re-packing a lot easier as you move from one place to another.
3. Compression Socks
For those heading on a long-haul flight, protect your legs and feet from swelling due to the sitting and air pressure, by tossing in a pair of compression socks into your bag. Put them on just before you board, and you will be surprised at how comfortable they are, and how they keep your blood flowing in your legs and feet.
4. Bluetooth Trackers
Keep track of your luggage and personal belongings by investing in a bluetooth tracker such as the Apple Airtag. If you are checking in luggage, they can be great for ensuring you know where your bag is at all times, and can help you to help airline staff if your luggage doesn’t arrive at your destination with you.
5. Noise-Cancelling Headphones
If you are boarding a flight, or a passenger on a long road trip, noise-cancelling headphones can make the travel all the more pleasant and comfortable. Planes and cars can be noisy, especially if you have really young co-passengers who could cry. You can tune out the noise, and get lost in an audiobook, music, or a podcast. A great way to pass the time too!
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6. eBook Reader
There is nothing like curling up by the pool or on the beach, and diving into a good book. Be sure to grab yourself an eBook reader such as a Kindle to avoid the weight of carrying books, and to give yourself access to an incredible range of literature choices. If you are a fast reader, or wish to read something different, an eBook reader is the gateway to lots of options, so you can relax and recharge uninterrupted.
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