Hats and scarves are my absolute best friends for sunshine or cold. A big cotton scarf can keep you warmer or cooler depending on how you use it. It’s an extra layer, sun protection, an emergency towel or sarong, plus a blanket. Big Agnes Tent: Big Agnes is the best of the best when it comes to finding the most lightweight, durable tents. I used a bulkier tent for my first camping trip and regretted it instantly. My Recommendation – Big Agnes Fly Creek UL 3. I’ve loved every night that I’ve spent in this tent — it’s unbelievably light for a three-person tent, very comfortable, and weatherproof too! I always opt for a three-person tent over a two-person tent so that we can keep our gear inside with us and have a little extra space. MORE : Shoppers going without makeup after using this ‘must-have’ serum: ‘I notice a difference as soon as I use it’

Also look for travel power adapters with multiple USB ports. This is a great example. Solid Shampoo and Other Solid Toiletries for Travel Next step up for video making, a gimbal or stabiliser. These things are amazing and steady your phone for video. Everything becomes magically smooth, those unusable walking-down-the-street videos are suddenly professional quality. I don’t often get a chance to use my Kindle, one or other of the children always has it. I loaded it with kids’ books before we left, picture story books for little Boo (6), reading books for D (8) and it has seen a lot of use, particularly on buses and trains.We don’t generally need a ” travel” medical kit containing syringes and needles. I did buy one once and never needed it. But do take paracetamol for adults and kids, antiseptic creams or iodine, vitamins and minerals, plasters / band aids and whatever you need specific to you. Don't forget your Euros! We'd recommend finding a local currency exchange at home which will get you a better rate than changing your cash at the airport. Don't know how much to bring? Budget how much cash you'd need for each day and work from there.

Two adapters should be enough for your travels so you can charge and use your laptop, phone, camera, hairdryer and more. I bring one full set. Two might be better, but how romantic when you have to feed each other on a picnic. You'll appreciate this if you've been to the corner grocery and bought yogurt for the morning. Or a salad from the deli to go with your picnic. 7. Collapsible Mug Our value added gift cards and prepaid credit are perfect for when you or your friends & family are planning their next trip. My pen knife has a cork screw, scissors, bottle opener, can opener, and a knife for cutting fruit. Plus some other stuff that I never use. But those four gadgets, I use often. Their substantial soles are great for uneven terrain, like exploring ancient ruins in Rome…just as an example. Breathable waterproof rain shell

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Very occasionally ear plugs make it onto our “Travel Essentials” list. When taking light aircraft in Nepal, for instance, or sometimes around busy roads in Vietnam or Thailand where constant horn-blowing could keep you awake. Printed eye masks and travel cushions are perfect for linking your brand with thoughts of comfort and support; ideal for long-haul flights, and with your logo clearly on display, they make great promotional giveaways for travel agencies, airlines and hotels, as well as wellbeing organisations, such as spas and beauty salons. FYI, they also make great giveaways at travel and hospitality themed trade shows and events, too. Yes. it’s a lot of stuff. It’s the bulk of what we carry. But good gear like this makes a whole world of difference.

The electronic essentials for travel, of course, depend on you. Some people like to travel disconnected, but that’s not us. Kindle: I don’t go anywhere without my Kindle. I love that it allows me to travel with as many books as I’d like, without the burden of actually having to lug them around. My Recommendation – Kindle Paperwhite. The flush design is as close to “paper” as it gets and there are no glares (this I can promise, as I always read at the beach in the sun!). It is also waterproof, which is convenient, and pairs with bluetooth headphones as well if you’re an audiobook listener. Obviously what you need depends on your style of travel and where you’re going. Not all of these things may be essential for travel in your particular case and I’ve tried to explain when and how you will need them. Sarong and sheet sleeping bagsIf you’re not carrying on a suitcase, you may be able to carry on both recommended personal items – depending on the airline, size, and weight.