What little things do you always pack when you travel? My long-standing personal checklist includes an entertaining book and a simple alarm clock, and I’d love to hear from you. Here goes…
1. Alarm clock. I like to turn off my phone at night, so for alarms, I just bring along my regular watch From my bedside table. It’s extremely simple to use and foolproof, even when you’re struggling with jet lag.
2. Sunscreen (duh). Confession: I used to go to college tanning salonGahhhh. Now I’m older and wiser and a fan of sunscreen. this stick It stays in my bag for reapplication throughout the summer, especially on the boys’ faces. And as I mentioned earlier, I love the scent too Holiday And wear it every day on my arms and legs.
3. Self tanning lotion. So, when I’m in the mood for a warm sun-kissed glow, I turn to self-tanner. Over the years, I’ve tried dozens of different ones, and the standout winner is St. tropez. It is easy to apply without streaks and gives a very natural look. I wear it the night before a trip and feel ready to go.
4. Stamps. Okay, I’m an idiot, but! I love sending postcards on vacation, and it can be oddly difficult to track down stamps in a new place. Therefore, I bring stamps to stick on postcards for my father, mother and best niece.
5. Deck of cards. Be always and always ready to play gin rummy on the beach, in the pub, anytime/anywhere. One of my cousins ​​famously hates it, but everyone else enjoys it!
6. Quick-drying nail polish. My beauty friends all swear by dazzle dryAnd here’s why: You’ll have to swipe on multiple coats, but it dries quickly (like, 10 minutes) and lasts forever without chipping. i love painting my nails a fun color And then completely forget about them during the trip.
7. Hairspray. this little spray Is the MVP of my suitcase. I use it for flyaways, humidity, frizz, braids or buns after swimming, etc. A COJ reader also recently commented that if you spray elnet On the collar of your shirt, it helps prevent makeup and sunscreen stains. Who knew??
8. Great book. What books did you enjoy over the holidays? I’m in the middle right now a private manA poet’s debut novel, and its beautiful sentences make me gasp and hold my heart.
9. Chocolate. You know when you get back to a rental house or hotel, and all you want is something sweet at the end of the night? I always pack some Tony’s Chocolates (winner of our taste test) or Reese’s for that exact moment.
10. Sunglasses. My doctor sister always tells me to wear sunglasses whenever I’m outside – the sun can really damage your eyes! I have transition lenses, so my regular glasses The sun went dark, but Alison was recently wear these from a new one for me California brandAnd they were very sweet. Now I’m tempted to get it cherry red. 🙂
What little things do you pack for trips? I would love to hear. Please share below…
PS Tip for enjoying family travel, and what is your #1 travel tip?
(Photos from past family vacations.)
