One of the main items that you will need on your two-week summer break is a toothbrush. But what type of toothbrush will you take? I will tell you which one I take, but here are the options. The obvious one to consider is the travel-sized toothbrush and with it a small tube of toothpaste. … Read more
Choosing the right aftershave or perfume to take on holiday can be a struggle. as there are so many factors to consider. These can include the climate where you are going and your own personal preferences. I have a bottle of David Beckham aftershave which I take to work, but when I go on holiday … Read more
Wherever I lay my hat, that’s my home, goes the Paul Young song, written by Marvin Gaye. So when you’re going on holiday, you could consider your temporary accommodation as your home. So which hat do you need to lay on arrival to your holiday home? I suppose that depends on what type of holiday … Read more
One of the main things that needs to go in your suitcase is a good pair of trousers. If you are a man you’ll need one pair to get you to the airport or train station, if a woman you may opt for a dress or skirt. Either way you will pack a few extra … Read more
When it comes to hiking, there are three types of boots you need to consider: lightweight, midweight, and heavyweight. Depending on the weight, they provide more or less ankle stability and foot support. What’s paramount is that the boot fits. It should hug your foot comfortably, with wiggle room for your toes. Try them on … Read more
Is it possible to go on holiday without your mobile phone? Photo: Nicole Michalou Never before have we relied on technology and gadgets to make our holidays that much more comfortable. From the mobile phone to the tablet, these have now become the new essentials that we pack into our hand luggage or bags. We need … Read more
It’s time to go on holiday and that suitcase stuck on top of your wardrobe looks too tired to make the trip. The lock is broken, it’s badly scoffed, and it needs to be confined to the Jurassic Park of suitcases. So now you go on Amazon and all the other sites where you can … Read more
When you are travelling the first thing that you may be asked for at the airport is ‘Can I see your passport? Have you got a boarding pass?’ That’s when you start fumbling through your pockets, trying to remember where you put the stuff, praying that you have not left it on your dining table … Read more
Luggage straps can provide you with some peace of mind when travelling. They help keep your suitcase closed and secure, so you don’t have to worry about losing anything. From my experience, I always use luggage straps as they work as an extra safety measure in case of a broken zipper. Zippers can often let … Read more
When you get to a certain age hair starts to protrude from places you don’t want it to. You are losing it on top, but it seems to grow where you don’t need it. The short answer to keeping your nose clean on holiday is to get a stainless steel nose hair trimmer. The one … Read more