Whether you’re jet-setting somewhere sunny or planning the ultimate staycation, we’ve got you covered. Check out our list of vacation essentials & packing tips for every kind of holiday, from camping trips to all-inclusive excursions.
Big summer plans are back! Get your packing prep in full swing with our ultimate packing list for vacation, full of items for every type of break.
The staycation
You don’t need to travel far to make the most of your time off – day trips and patio parties are great ways to make memories. Here are some of our staycation staples to add to your list of things to bring when travelling…
Glow up
Isle of Paradise Sunny Serum Instant Body Bronzer
• Size: 125ml
• Buildable & blendable
• Can be worn alone or mixed with moisturiser
• Water & transfer-resistant
• Vegan formula*
Whatever the great British weather serves up for your staycation, this instant wash-off tan has your back (and chest, arms, legs…) covered. The ultra-lightweight gel formula absorbs in seconds, leaving skin beautifully bronzed and illuminated. And with a powerhouse trio of sunflower seed oil, squalane and jojoba oil, skin is instantly hydrated, softened and ready to glow! It’s a great choice for your vacation essentials line-up, helping you feel sun-kissed even if the clouds roll in.
Special memories
Dolce&Gabbana L’Imperatrice Eau de Toilette
• Size: 100ml
• Fragrance family: floral fruity
A top tip from us to you: choose a signature floral fragrance to wear during your summer break. That way, you’ll be transported back to those lazy, hazy summer days with every spritz. We love this juicy, bright and joyful scent from Estée Lauder – it just radiates sunshine thanks to its blend of exotic fruits like watermelon, and floral notes of cyclamen and blondwood.
Relax & recharge
Biodance Bio Collagen-Real Deep Mask 4 Sheets
• Size: 4 sheets x 34g
• Can be worn overnight or for 3-4 hours during the day
When it comes to unwinding, you can’t beat an at-home spa sesh. Add your favourite pampering products to your packing list for vacation and get ready to seriously relax. Start with this all-in-one mask for hydration, elasticity and pore care. Containing collagen, three different kinds of probiotics and hyaluronic acid, this mask helps to refine enlarged pores, strengthen the skin’s barrier, reduce the appearance of fine lines and hydrate – now that’s pure bliss.
The camping trip
Ahh the great outdoors! Camping trips are all about getting back to nature – just be sure to pack a few vacation essentials to help make your trip a success.
Spray away
Jungle Formula Maximum Aerosol Insect Repellent**
• Size: 125ml
• 50% DEET formula
Being outside is great for the soul, but some insects can get a little too friendly. If you’re prone to getting nibbled, pack an insect repellent spray to help keep those biting bugs at bay. This one offers up to eight and a half hours’ protection from mosquitos, ticks and biting insects.
Stress-free tresses
REHAB. Shampoo Sheets
• Size: 25 sheets
• Plastic, sulphate & paraben free
• Suitable for all hair types
• Comes in a dissolvable sachet that goes down the drain
You’ve heard of shampoo bars but what about shampoo sheets? A great choice for when you need to grab and go, these single-use sheets are formulated with rosemary, olive and calendula oils to promote stronger, fuller-looking hair. Simply watch the sachet dissolve as you lather it into your hair – it’s maximum results, minimum fuss!
Fresh & zesty
Wet Ones Be Zingy Biodegradable Antibacterial Hand Wipes
• Size: 12 pack
• Kills 99.9% of bacteria
• Suitable for hands, face & body
• Alcohol-free
When you're in the wild, hygiene basics become camping trip essentials. These citrus-scented and planet-friendly wipes are perfect for keeping clean when you don’t have easy access to soap and water. Just remember to pop them in the bin or take them home with you, and never flush wipes down the loo!
The city break
From landmarks to lunch with a view, you can’t beat soaking up all that a city has to offer. Here are our top tips for what to pop in your bag alongside the guide book.
Happy face
Naked Sundays SPF50+ Hydrating Glow Mist
• Size: 50ml
• High performance SPF50+ protection
• Sets make-up
• Zero white cast
• With native Australian botanical extracts
SPF is a vacation essential, so stay protected on your sightseeing break with one that’s hard-working. This mist from Naked Sundays is perfect for keeping in your bag to top-up throughout the day, either over your make-up or on its own. Packed with radiance-boosting hyaluronic acid, watermelon extract and vitamin c-rich Kakadu plum, it delivers glowy, protected skin all day long, making it the perfect companion on any trip.
Portable power
Juice Powerbank 3 Charge – Sage
• 3 full charges
• Charges an average smartphone from 0-50% in only fifty minutes
• Can charge 2 devices at once
• Compatible with all smartphones
• LED display
From maps to snaps and restaurant reviews, you’ll want to make sure your phone is fully charged and ready for anything. A portable powerbank is one of the most practical things to bring on vacation – after all, nobody wants a dead battery at the Eiffel Tower! This one can charge two devices at once, so you don’t risk running out of juice!
The all-inclusive holiday
Relaxing to the max on a sun-soaked getaway this summer? Sounds dreamy. You’ve got your passport and sunnies at the ready, now it’s time to tick off your beach trip packing list…
The SPF factor
Soltan Once Family Pack
Set contains:
• Soltan Once Advanced 8 hour Protect Spray SPF15 200ml
• Soltan Once Advanced 8 hour Protect Spray SPF30 200ml
• Soltan Kids Once 3 hour Protect & Swim SPF 50+ 200ml
• Water resistant
• Dermatologically tested
A no-brainer for your beach essentials list? This Soltan Once trio features an SPF15, 30 and 50+ to keep the whole family covered, so you can focus on bagging the best sun lounger and working your way through the cocktail menu.
Small stuff
Kitsch 11 Piece Travel Bottle Set - Black
• Contains 3 bottles, 3 pouches, 2 pots & 3 tools
• BPA free
• Dishwasher safe
Pack smart and save valuable suitcase space with this stylish travel set, ideal for lotions, serums and other beach trip essentials. Simply decant your favourite lotions and potions into the travel-size bottles, jars and pouches. They’re hand-luggage compliant too, so you can keep them with you for freshening up on the flight.
Essential items
Go Travel UK to Euro Adaptor
• Adaptor for UK travellers to Europe
• Suitable for use with small electrical devices
• Compact & lightweight
• Safe & easy to use
From hair dryers to phone chargers, you’re bound to take an electrical item or two (or three, or four), so don’t forget to pack a couple of travel adaptors too – they’re a must for every abroad vacation packing list. Just be sure to pick up the right ones for your destination!
Now you’ve got your vacation packing list ticked off, you’re one step closer to your summer break. Holiday mode loading… don’t forget to send us a postcard!
