What to pack for a smoother travel journey

Planning a trip can be exciting, but packing the right essentials can make all the difference for a smoother, stress-free journey.

Whether it’s sunscreen for a relaxing time at the beach, pain relief for unexpected aches, or motion sickness remedies, we’re here to help you pack smartly whether you’re in the sun, travelling, or heading into the bush to explore nature.

If you’re visiting a sunny destination

Feeling the sun on your skin and the sand between your toes can be trip highlights, but it can quickly become a painful holiday if you’re not protected from the sun.

That’s why you should pack:

• Sunscreen that’s SPF50+, water resistant and protects you from both UVA and UVB rays

• Aloe gel or after sun care, in case you do get burnt

• Sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun

• A broad-brimmed hat to protect your face from sun exposure

If you’re travelling by car, plane or cruise

For some, the most exciting part of the holiday is travelling to the destination. For others, like those who experience motion sickness, it can be the worst.

Motion sickness is feeling unwell or nauseous when you’re in motion. It usually happens when you’re on a plane, on a cruise ship, or in a car.

It’s thought to be caused by a misalignment between what you’re seeing and the signals your inner ear is feeling ¹.

Enjoy a smoother travel journey with these essentials:

• Eye masks, ear plugs and a neck pillow so you can travel in comfort

• Comfortable clothes, especially if it is a long flight

• Travel sickness tablets, like Travacalm Natural Travel Sickness Prevention Tablets, which include ginger, a traditional treatment for nausea and vomiting

If you’re visiting a rainforest or other bushland

Heading into nature can be a great way to explore your local national parks and see wildlife.

Pack these essentials before heading off the beaten track:

• Comfortable walking or hiking shoes as you’ll be exploring tracks and trails

• A backpack that includes sunscreen, a hat and water

• Insect repellent to protect you from those annoying mozzies

What to always pack

No matter where you’re travelling, you should always bring:

• Medicines you regularly take at home. Make sure you bring enough for the time of your planned trip and a little extra in case your return home is delayed!

• Pain medicine, like ibuprofen, in case you get a headache or any other pain

• A travel first aid kit, just in case anything happens

It might seem exhaustive, but you’ll be prepared for anything, no matter where you go.

If you have any questions about what you need before heading off on your next holiday, visit your local Blooms The Chemist team, and they’ll be happy to help you find what you need.

This is a sponsored article in partnership with Travacalm. You can find more of their products here.

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References

¹HealthDirect, Motion sickness, accessed 23 October 2024