Everything I think in my carry-on for long flights and big travel days. These are the things that make flying more comfortable, organised, and way less stressful - from skincare to sleep aids to little lifesavers I never travel without.
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Tech & Entertainment
Comfort Layers & Sleep
Travel Docs & Admin
Bags & Organisation
Beauty & Skincare
Freshen-Up Kit
Tech & Entertainment
Charges, adapters, headphones, power banks, AirTag, etc.
Absolute must for flights. Noise cancelling = instant calm in busy airports and on the plance.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 Wireless Earbuds with Noise Cancellation
I now always travel with an AirTag in my suitcase.
Apple AirTag Tracker | Walmart
A great organiser pouch to keep all your cords, chargers, and little tech bits in one place.
Tech Kit | Bellroy
A beginner-friendly film camera from Long Weekend that captures dreamy, vintage-style photos.
35mm Reusable Film Camera
You just plug it into the plane’s headphone jack and pair to your AirPods or wireless headphones.
It’s my go-to layer for freezing planes and long airport waits. Easy to throw on and makes even a basic outfit feel put together
Cashmere Wrap | Quince
My ultimate flight luxury. Soft, warm, and feels like a blanket you can wear.
Cashmere Zip Hoodie | Quince
Move with ease throughout your travel day in these featherweight pants cut from stretch fabric.
Breeze Pull-On Pants | Nordstrom
These are my new obsession - the perfect travel pants. Soft and flattering for long flights.
Lululemon Groove Wide-Leg Pant
For the true frequent flier, wearing a great pair of compression socks is both a safety and a comfort measure. Long flights can cause deep vein thrombosis and gravitational edema (the technical term for swelling caused by sitting around too long); co...
A little upgrade that makes travel feel more put-together. Real leather, great colour options, and personalisation available.
Personalised Passport Cover - Leatherology
Simply tuck in your cards, documents, and other necessities, zip it up, and you’re ready to go.
Slim Zip Travel Wallet Cognac
I never travel without my Wise Travel Card. I use it for everyday spending, withdrawing cash when needed, and avoiding the hassle of constantly exchanging currencies.
Multi-Currency Card - Wise
I like to use my monogrammed notebooks as a travel diary, keeping track of itineraries and recommendations.
Monogram Notebooks | Papier US
You'll be glad you packed a pen - it's one of my travel essentials. While many destinations have moved to digital forms, some countries still require paper arrival or customs cards, and having your own pen saves you from scrambling to borrow one afte...
Packing is so much easier with this travel backpack - the wide zip opening means I can see and grab everything without digging.
Blast Travel Backpack | Bagsmart
This bag will be your favourite companion on all of your travel days.
Expandable Tote | Quince
I love these collapsible bottles - I clip them onto my bag strap with carabiners and they’re always within easy reach.
Stojo Collapsible Bottles
Easy to wheel through airports, fits the essentials, and saves time by skipping baggage claim when I can.
Carry-On Suitcase | Away
Perfect for short or long trips when I like to pack by outfit.
Packing Cubes | Away
A great backpack with good storage space and organisation options.
Osprey Daylite Plus Pack (REI)
The perfect sunglasses case with space for up to three pairs. Perfect for saving room in your carry-on or main luggage.
Travel Glasses Case | Away
A sleek tech organiser with elastic loops for cords and chargers. It's also great for hard drives, small tablets, and other tech accessories.
DAGNE DOVER - Arlo Tech Organizer
I use them to separate outfits, underwear, and sleep stuff so my suitcase doesn't turn into chaos halfway through the trip.
Packing Cubes for Suitcase | Walmart
This travel tech organiser keeps all my cords and tech gear in one place - no more digging around for tangled cables.
Practical Electronic Organizer
Beauty & Skincare
Skincare, makeup, lip balm, face mist, hand cream.
I like this pouch set with one for in-flight essentials and one for makeup & skincare
Clear Pouch Set | Away
My new go-to travel moisturiser. It's rich without feel heavy.
Rhode Barrier Restore Cream | Sephora
They don’t leak, they’re reusable, and way better than dealing with hotel shampoo every night.
Silicone Travel Bottles | Walmart
I always pack a good moisturiser like this to use mid-flight and at night.
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream Travel Size | Walmart
The complete hydrate and go travel set, with a face cleanser, a daily moisturising lotion, a hydrating shampoo and conditioner set, and a moisturising cream.
CeraVe Mini Travel Skincare Set
Freshen-Up Kit
Deodorant, toothbrush, hair ties, mini perfume.
They’re soft against the headrest (no awkward pressure like a plastic claw clip), don’t snag your hair, and keep everything comfortably out of your face.
Silk Scrunchie Trio Tin | Sephora
Just swipe on and go.
Native Deodorant Stick
Travel Tips & Guides
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My go-to formula for flying days - comfy, practical, and still cute enough for landing and heading straight out for coffee.
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If you adore Rome's history and atmosphere but want somewhere a less obvious, these destinations have the same charm, beauty, and depth.
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A round-up of my favourite winter destionations in Europe.
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How I stay connected the second I land without hunting for SIM cards or airport kiosks.
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