Tag: Travel Tips

The key step in preparation for the travel is planning and doing some research ahead of time. When on the road you are bound to feel the discomfort of missing some of your favourite things from home, but it is easily fixed with a bit of preparation and packing all the things that you might need. Of course, there are the usual steps to take, like finding a 9 seater car hire if you are traveling with a group, or reserving a suitable accommodation. Here are some of the items to put in your luggage to make the whole experience a bit more comfortable and memorable. Clothes Quite frequently counting on the convenience of car hire, people disregard the necessity to pack multiple layers. It is of crucial importance for the UK in particular since it is known for its treacherous weather. Even if you are planning a trip in summer, do take a jacket for those famous showers, and a warmer type of sweater for the chilly evening strolls. These kinds of minor things can make or break your day, so be sure to consider carefully your wardrobe and do not be stingy with the suitcase space, choose your priorities wisely. https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1605004670974-fad4e42e5bd0?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=1170&q=80 Electronics When you are traveling you will heavily rely on your phone, not just to take pictures, but also to help you find your way in an unfamiliar place, so the last thing you want to do is to forget the charger. Now keep in mind that outlets in the UK are different from those of most other countries, so not to get too creative, you ought to get a travel adapter. Even if you are having difficulty finding one in your home country, you can certainly rely on airports or other transport hubs gift shops to find one there. And in the worst-case scenario, if you were planning to hire a car, there is bound to be a USB port to help you charge your treasured device. Documents The most essential item of all is checking that you have packed all the necessary documents, which might include your medical insurance, the identification documents, visa documents, and even printed out copies of all your reservations, just to be on the safe side. Moreover, if you are going to opt for 9 seater car hire, make sure that you have got your driving license with you and that it is suitable for international use. If you are being extra cautious, and fear being pickpocketed, then you ought to scan all those documents and make sure to download all the files on your phone or in the cloud. https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1560452992-e3c28ffc6432?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=1216&q=80 Toiletries and Cosmetics Traveling is the time to take photos and selfies, so you will surely want to look your best, thus be sure to take your toiletries and cosmetics bag in your suitcase. Of course, these are not the most essential ones, and if there is no space and you are planning to bring just the carry-on bag, you can rely on the travel versions, or on the products that you will find at your destination. But keep in mind that cosmetic products in the UK might be different from the ones you normally get in your country, so if you have some particular needs to meet, then do grab your beloved cremes and lotions. Medicine Getting ill or catching a bug is not something you might not want to consider, but is essential to make your travel a success. If you have some chronic conditions or know that you are prone to catching a cold, allergic reaction, or getting food poisoning from unfamiliar dishes. Make sure to take all the suitable medicines to deal with those conditions. First of all, the names in the local pharmacy might be totally unfamiliar, secondly, some of them might be prescription based only, and thus require a visit to the doctor. All in all, it could put a damper on your adventure, and if not ruin it completely, then take away some precious time that could be spent exploring. Suitable luggage Suitcases and bags are not usually regarded to be of the essence when you are preparing for the trip, but unless you are planning on lugging around your all possessions with you everywhere, then you ought to think about the bags you take. Normally, you might need a small handbag or a backpack to carry all those small things that you might need, but don’t want to carry in your pockets, like a smartphone, wipes, keys, hotel card, etc. All in all, to become a real pro in packing for a trip, make sure to write everything down ahead of time and don’t refrain from coming back to look over it some more times. This way, you will surely have everything on hand that you might require, and you will feel that much more comfortable in a foreign country.

Packing list for a trip to the UK

By : Lyndsey OHalloran

AD | Collaborative post The key step in preparation for the travel is planning and doing some research ahead of time. When on the road you are bound to feel the discomfort of missing some of your favourite things from home, but it is easily fixed with a bit of preparation and packing all the things that you might need.

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How to avoid getting seasickness

By : Lyndsey O'Halloran

From a long-awaited cruise, to just an afternoon on the water, nothing can put a crimp in your plans more effectively than a bout of seasickness. Seasickness, or more correctly motion sickness, has its root cause in your inner ear. When sitting in a boat and looking at your friends, watching TV or whatever, your eyes tell your brain that you are not moving. However, your sense of balance, which is located in your inner ear, is telling your brain a different story. These crossed signals start you down the road to seasickness.

7 ways to stay cool on a summer holiday

7 ways to stay cool on a summer holiday

By : Lyndsey O'Halloran

AD | Collaborative post It seems like winter is finally behind us and we can start to look forward to warmer weather. With this brings plans for trips away. However, the heat can be an issue no matter where you decide to go on holiday. With this in mind, I wanted to share some ways to stay cool on a summer holiday.

Car care and tyre safety tips for safe family travels

By : Lyndsey OHalloran

Collaborative post Summer will soon be upon us and after months and months of not being able to go anywhere I’m sure a lot of us are getting itchy feet. While most holidays abroad are off the cards this year we still have the whole of the UK to explore, and there are some amazing places that you can go. You might be looking to go on a super fun road trip this summer but make sure you have done all of the necessary car checks to make sure you’re safe before you go.

5 In-Flight Entertainment Ideas For 2-Year Olds

5 In-Flight Entertainment Ideas For 2-Year Olds

By : Lyndsey OHalloran

John, Erin and I are away on holiday at the moment (I may have mentioned that once or twice) but I am so happy to be hosting a post from Cath who blogs at Passports and Adventures. I love hearing about her adventures with her family so she’s here today with some travel advice! We have been flying with BattleKid since he was eight months old. With several flights a year under his belt since then, it’s safe to say we know a thing or two about keeping a toddler entertained on flights. I know

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Preparing A Toddler For Their First Flight

By : Lyndsey OHalloran

AD | Gifted product In a few days John, Erin and I will be heading off to Majorca on our first family holiday abroad. I have flown plenty of times before and so has John but this is something completely new for Erin and she has no idea what to expect. Although we are only going on a 2.5 hour flight Erin might get worried or scared as soon as she sees the plane. At the moment she’s quite excited but you can never really be sure how a toddler will react to something. I

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The Perfect Family Holiday: UK Or Abroad?

By : Lyndsey OHalloran

Up until October of this year, I had never been on a proper holiday in the UK. I think a lot of this is down to not being able to drive as a lot of places I would want to go are not easily accessible by train or the journey would take a VERY long time. For example, I would love to go to places like Cornwall, Brighton, Newquay and to rent a cute little cottage in the middle of nowhere. Without being able to drive, it sometimes seems that holidays abroad are easier and