Packing for a holiday can be incredibly stressful, especially if you realise at the last minute that you haven’t bought something essential for your trip. Throw in strict luggage allowances and it can be a total minefield.
We’ve compiled the below list of nine products from Amazon that we think the majority of people will need when going on a trip. Hopefully it’ll take some of the stress out of planning what you’ll be taking with you on your holiday, particularly if you are taking hand luggage only and are limited for space.
Thankfully Amazon has a variety of products for all budgets available on its website and app, making shopping for your travel essentials easy. Many retailers sell various other travel items, including John Lewis and Dunelm, but you often have to pay for delivery. If you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can get free delivery on the below products.
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From plug adapters to travel toiletry bottles, there’s bound to be something on our list that you need for the next time you go away. Of course, there may be many more items that you require for your holiday, but hopefully this collection of products will inspire you to make sure nothing is left behind.
1. Toifucos Packing Cubes
It’s tempting to throw all of your belongings into your suitcase, but this usually results in you running out of valuable space quickly and not being able to see what you’ve already packed. Packing cubes and luggage organisers are hugely beneficial if you have a large suitcase.
Amazon is selling a set from Toifucos that comprises eight pieces for £11.99 (RRP £15.99). Each cube is a different size, and the set comes in various colours, including grey, blue and pink.
One reviewer gave the set five stars and said: “Well made and strong. Allows optimum use of suitcase space and keeps creasing to a minimum. Tidy, organised packing that allows for speedy unpacking.”
Buy here – £11.99.
2. Anker Power Bank Portable Charger
If you’ve got a long journey ahead of you or are planning long days out while you’re on holiday, a portable charger is a must-buy. Whether it’s for your phone, Kindle or iPad, the Anker Power Bank will keep your devices going.
Amazon is currently selling it for £16.99 (RRP £22.99) and over 98,000 customers have already snapped up the portable charger. While one shopper doesn’t like the fact it doesn’t have any integrated cables, someone else was full of praise for the power bank, as they explained: “Its slim and lightweight design makes it incredibly portable, effortlessly slipping into my pocket or bag without adding unnecessary bulk.”
Shop here – £16.99
3. Morfone Travel Bottles
It can be a pain trying to fit your full size toiletries in your suitcase, and if you’ve got hand luggage only, it’s out of the question. Travel bottles are the answer, as not only do they help save space in your bag, they ensure you meet the tight cabin restrictions.
Amazon is selling a Morfone Travel Bottles Set for £9.99 (RRP £16.99) comprising 16 different sized bottles. They’re made from a silicone squeezable material that claims to be leak proof, so you don’t have to worry about your liquids ruining your holiday wardrobe. A couple of shoppers, however, found the bottles did leak – so keep them in a secure bag to be safe.
Buy here – £9.99
4. Dayday Passport Holder Travel Wallet
Having to take multiple precious documents on holiday with you can be stressful, so a travel wallet can be really useful for keeping your passports, boarding passes, money and everything else in one safe place. Amazon is selling the Dayday Passport Holder Travel Wallet for £15.99 (RRP £24.99) that fits four passports. It comes in black, grey and pink, and is available in a larger size that fits eight passports.
One customer found the holder ‘slightly short’ for folded A4 travel documents, however someone else said: “Really spacious and convenient. Fits all passports for our family including any important documents and there’s still enough space left over.”
Shop here – £15.99
5. TESSAN Universal Adapter
It’s incredibly frustrating when you arrive in a different country and find you’ve either completely forgotten to bring an adapter plug or have brought the wrong one. Amazon is selling a handy universal TESSAN adapter costing £18.49 that can be used in over 200 countries, including across Europe, the USA, Australia and Thailand.
It has four USB ports, allowing you to charge multiple devices at once. One person gave it five stars and said: “Very useful with all plugs in one sturdy housing. Well designed and feels robust. Having multiple fast charge USB ports makes charging lots of devices a breeze.”
Buy here – £18.49
6. KIMTAR Mini Handheld Fan
Whether you’re jetting off to a hot country or will be stuck on a plane or train for a few hours, a handheld fan is an absolute travel essential. Being in hot temperatures or stuffy environments can be incredibly uncomfortable, but the KIMTAR Mini Handheld Fan has got you covered.
Amazon is selling the portable battery-operated fan for £9.99 (RRP £12.99). It has three speed settings, with up to three hours battery life on the highest setting, and comes in four stylish colours – black, white, pink and green. One Amazon customer commented on it being ‘perfect for travelling with’ and having a ‘great battery life’.
Shop here – £9.99
7. WENGX Memory Foam Travel Pillow
Trying to get comfortable on a long flight, train or car journey can be a challenge. When you’re an hour in and your neck, shoulders and head are feeling the strain, a neck pillow can be a godsend.
Amazon is selling a WENGX Memory Foam Travel Pillow for £7.64 (RRP £9.99) which comes with a handy carry bag and is available in several colours. It’s the online retailer’s best-selling neck pillow, and while one customer found it too small for their neck, many others found it ‘very comfortable’.
Buy here – £7.64
8. Eucomir Portable Jewellery Box
If you’re somebody who wears different jewellery with each outfit, the Eucomir Portable Jewellery Box is ideal for taking away with you to ensure your bling doesn’t become tangled in your case. It has handy different compartments for earrings, necklaces and rings, and is available from Amazon for £6.99 in pink, black, blue and white.
A review reads: “What a beautiful little jewellery box! I was expecting it to look cheap and plastic-y, but it really doesn’t! It’s the perfect size for travelling when you just want a few bits of jewellery.”
Shop here – £6.99
9. Loop Quiet Ear Plugs
Most of us will have been on a noisy flight or train journey and wish we’d brought earplugs to help us chill out or fall sleep. Noise reduction plugs are becoming more and more popular, with Amazon selling various ones.
The online retailer’s best-selling pair is the Loop Quiet Ear Plugs that cost £24.95 and are recommended for sleeping and flights. They come in multiple colours and have over 88,000 reviews. While some people commented to say they’re uncomfortable if not inserted properly, one shopper calls them ‘amazing, super soft and comfortable’ and says they are ‘easy to clean’.
Buy here – £24.95
