With the ever increasing desire to explore it is essential that travellers are well prepared before they embark on their adventures, the below list aims to highlight some products that may be overlooked in the excitement of packing:
Travel Towel – Travel towels provide amazing fast drying absorbency without the weight and bulk of a traditional towel. Many travel towels are antibacterial treated to help keep the towel odour and bacteria free.
Wash Bag – Ideal to keep all your toiletries together, many wash bags include a handy removable mirror
Travel Plug – A worldwide travel adapter is an essential for any backpacker
Sunscreen - Remember sunscreen isn’t only necessary if you are travelling to a hot country, if you are planning on doing any mountaineering or skiing on you holidays then a goods sunscreen / sunblock is a must.
Insect Repellents – Don’t let your travels be spoiled by biting insects
First Aid Kit – A first aid kit is a health must for any traveller. First aid kits range from basic kits to more complex kits depending on your requirements and the country you are travelling to.
Water Purifier / Treatment – If you are planning on camping some form of water treatments is essential to ensure
Money Belt – Money belts are a great solution to keeping your valuables such as bank cards, money and travellers cheques safe.
Documents Wallet – Ideal for keeping all our important documentation such as passports, airline tickets etc together.
Luggage Lock – Essential for keeping your valuables safe when travelling
Sleeping Bag - An essential if you are planning on camping or using hostels on your travels.
Sleeping Bag Liner – A versatile product that can be used on it’s on in the summer or as an additional layer to add warmth to your sleeping bag in cold climates.
Bivvy Bag – Bivvy bags offer a lighter weight solution for camping then tents, their pack size also makes them ideal for travellers.
Hammock – Hammocks are ideal if you are visiting hot countries and plan to sleep in the outdoors, however always be sure to use a mosquito net over your hammock for protection from biting insects.
Mosquito Net – Essential if you are travelling to a hot country. Bites from insects can not only cause irritation but in some causes sickness.
Travel Pillow – Travel pillows are lightweight and take up little space especially if you opt for an inflatable option but add a little bit of comfort to long distance travelling or camping.
Knife / Multitool – You never know when this may be useful.
Torch – Especually important if you are planning on camping on your travels
Firestarter – A great alternative to matches, firestarters can still ignite when wet.
Map & Compass – If you are planning on setting out on ant trails without a guide it is always a good idea to carry a map of the area and a compass so you can navigate yourself back should you get lost.
Waterproof Liner – A waterproof Liner is essential for keeping all the important bits of your kit dry when on your travels
Poncho – An ultra light weight waterproof that you can pull out of your rucksack for unexpected downpours. Some ponchos are now designed to also cover your rucksack.
Choob – A versatile piece of kit that no traveller should leave home without. Choobs offer a variety of different headwear options in one, keeping your pack weight to a minimum.