A well packed travel tote will definitely make your flight/journey more pleasant as you’ll have everything you need handy right next to you.

Once you are aware of the essentials to pack for your holidays in terms of passports etc, it is important to bear in mind what you mostly need on your journey: SLEEP, KEEP HYDRATED, KEEP ENTERTAINED.

ESSENTIALS

Passport/Visa/ travel itinerary/travel insurance/reservations

Mobile phone

Camera(Optional)

Pen / Notebook

Make up bag - containing only travel size products.

Liquids bag- as above.

Credit Cards/Currency

House Keys

SLEEP:

Most airlines, no matter which class you are travelling in, would offer an amenity kit which often contains the basics: earplugs, eye mask, toothbrush, a pen. From experience, when this items are not available, DO ASK for them. Sometimes they are available upon request and your cabin crew will be more than happy to provide you with what you need to make your journey more comfortable. If you are not travelling by plane I would recommend packing some ear plugs/eye mask to be able to get some rest.

A relaxing pillow spray might also help sooth your mind helping you to unwind.

KEEP HYDRATED:

Hydration is paramount when travelling, especially on a plane.

Water bottle - You’ll be provided with a water bottle on a plane but I suggest to take your own and have it topped up, make sure you drink at regular intervals.

Food - try you have something to eat to keep you going, some people skip plane food altogether wanting to maximise their rest. You can do that as long as you have with you suitable alternatives like handy snack to keep you going> Some other prefer to enjoy the airline hospitality and experience the on board service. Choose a light meal/ healthier choice if possible. Most airlines offer this option.

Moisturiser/lip balm- always moisturise your face before and during your journey: a travel size facial spray and lip balm will be all you need on your face before falling asleep. I would also suggest an eye gel/ hydrating face mask for when you wake up, to make your skin look bright and awake again.

Wet wipes/ hand sanitiser- good to take with and always useful on the go.

Toothbrush/ toothpaste is wise, however as said above most airlines will provide you with one.

Eye drops (optional) but might be useful to counteract the drying effect of cabin air.

KEEP ENTERTAINED:

Kindle/book

Reading glasses- if needed.

Noise cancelling headphones-to watch your favourite movies and catch up with the latest series.

Laptop/tablet- Try to your trip and keep working on your laptop to a minimum and only if unavoidable. Think rest as a priority, you’ll feel recharged and ready to start your holiday..

Now sit back and ENJOY!