Travel Smarter This Summer
Summer trips are often the highlight of the year, whatever the destination. There’s a handful of things that make it into my suitcase every single time, regardless of where I’m headed — these are them.
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In The Air
Flight foot hammock — Attaches to your tray table so you can elevate your feet on long flights. Small, cheap, and makes a genuine difference in economy. View product
Kindle — Aside from my phone, the one thing I’d never travel without. An entire library, no extra weight, and the battery life means it survives a full trip without a charger. View product
Trtl neck pillow — Structured support that actually works, unlike traditional travel pillows. Machine washable, which matters more than you’d think after a few long-haul trips. View product
Exploring Your Destination
Collapsible water bottle — Packs flat when empty, which matters more in summer heat than any other season. Good for airports and full sightseeing days alike. View product
Portable travel fan — Genuinely useful in a heatwave or a theme park queue. Rechargeable, foldable, easy to forget you’re carrying. View product
Cooling towel — Wet it, wring it out, instant relief. Simple, but it’s earned its place on every warm-weather trip I’ve taken. View product
At Your Accommodation
Collapsible kettle — Small enough to justify the space, and genuinely useful in an apartment or villa without one. View product
Mini travel iron — Dual voltage, lightweight, and it means I’m not paying hotel laundry prices just to look presentable. View product
Universal travel adaptor — The most boring item on this list and also the most essential. Don’t leave without one. View product
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