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It Girl Travel Essentials For Women who travel BIG
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items I travel a lot for both work and pleasure, and I’m very intentional about what I pack and how I plan my trips. After visiting 20 countries (and counting), I’ve learned what actually makes travel easier and what’s just extra. This list is my go-to col...
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Luggage
Selfcare
Websites
Luggage
I travel often and I’m picky about luggage because it has to handle airports, long-haul flights, work trips, and constant movement. These are the pieces I actually use and trust - practical, durable, and easy to travel with, without sacrificing style...
This is my go to for my big 1+ month trips.
Sojourn™ Shuttle Wheeled Duffel 36"/130L
Keep your ID, passport and money safe with this. Highly recommend when travelling.
Stealth Wallet
This carry on was gift from a friend and I still use it to this day. It's so convenient and I prefer this over a wheelie bag anyday.
Transporter™ Travel Pack 44
One of my favourite travel bags when I want something practical but still polished. It’s compact yet roomy enough for essentials, comfortable for long days on the move, and the quilted finish makes it feel luxe without trying too hard. Perfect for ci...
Tabby Backpack With Quilting
I bought three of these after getting fed up with cheap packing cubes where the zips kept breaking mid-trip. These are high-quality, durable, and actually built for frequent travel. They compress really well, keep everything organised, and still look...
Packing Cubes | Peak Design Official Site
Selfcare
Long travel days can be brutal - dry cabin air, broken sleep, jet lag, puffy skin, and that general feeling of being run-down before you’ve even arrived. After years of travelling long-haul and bouncing between time zones, I’ve learned that a few int...
For when your hair starts feeling neglected on those long flights.
2.0 oz Glossing Detangler - LolaVie | Ulta Beauty
This entire mini kit tackles dry cabin air from every angle. The gentle cleanser refreshes without stripping, the two moisturisers lock in hydration at altitude, and the lip balm keeps lips soft and protected. It feels like a little reset for your sk...
Limited Edition Little Luxuries Value Set - TATCHA | Ulta Beauty
This is perfect for flying (actually, perfect to be used everyday) because cabin air dries lips out fast. It’s lightweight but seriously hydrating, so it keeps lips soft and smooth without feeling heavy or sticky. I always apply it before boarding an...
LANEIGE Lip Glowy Balm
one of my travel must-haves because long travel days, transit hubs, and tight schedules can make you feel less fresh than you’d like. This deodorant keeps you confident and comfortable without staining clothes, and the natural, aluminum-free formula ...
The All Over Deodorant™- Extra-strength, Natural, Non-Staining, Aluminum Free, Body Deodorant
Facial and body wipes are one of those underrated travel essentials I always keep in my carry-on. They’re perfect for long flights, layovers, or in-between connections when your skin feels tired and you just want a quick refresh. They gently cleanse ...
SEPHORA COLLECTION - Cleansing + Exfoliating Wipes
Dieux Forever Eye Mask Reusable Silicone Patches are a game-changer for tired, puffy eyes on flights. The cabin air, lack of sleep, and long travel days always hit around the eyes first - these patches help soothe and de-stress the delicate under-eye...
Dieux Forever Eye Mask Reusable 100% Silicone Patches
One of my favourite flight-ready skincare essentials because it gives an instant hit of moisture when cabin air dries out your skin. I spray it on mid-flight to refresh and rehydrate my face without feeling sticky or heavy - it keeps skin comfortable...
0.33 oz SuperSerum Hydrating Mist - RMS Beauty | Ulta Beauty
Not just for flights - Compression socks are great for layovers, long walks, and travel days when you need extra support and comfort.
Compression Socks | Pro Compression
Websites
These are the travel websites I personally use and recommend after years of travelling for both work and leisure. From booking flights and accommodation to organising transport, activities, and connectivity, these platforms make planning and travelli...
I use this all the time to book my hotels anywhere around the world.
Booking.com | Official site | The best hotels, flights, car rentals ...
I love this website (there is an app too). So easy to book activities and tours. Solo friendly too.
Klook Travel - Things to do, Accommodation, Transport
Topdeck is one of my favourite options for solo travellers. They make exploring new countries feel easy and social without being overwhelming - everything’s organised, you’re never actually alone, and you instantly meet like-minded people from all ov...
Top Deck Travel
Mix & Match is something I personally use when I need to book flights but don’t want to pay the full cost upfront. It lets you lock in flights and spread the payments, which is a lifesaver for last-minute trips or work travel when timing matters ...
Cheap Flights & Flight Deals Online | Mix & Match NZ
Budget is my go-to for affordable car rentals when I’m travelling. They’re reliable, easy to book, and available in heaps of countries, which makes getting around simple without blowing the budget. Perfect for road trips, work travel, or when you jus...
Budget Car Hire/Rental
I use to sanity-check places before I book or go. From hotels and tours to restaurants and activities, it’s great for seeing real reviews and avoiding tourist traps. Especially helpful when you’re travelling solo and want to make informed choices wit...
Tripadvisor: Over a billion reviews & contributions for Hotels, Attractions, Restaurants, and more
Hotels.com is one of the platforms I use when booking accommodation, especially when I want something straightforward and easy to manage. It’s not the only site I use, but it’s a solid option for comparing stays, finding decent deals, and keeping boo...
Find & Book NZ Hotels: Deals, Reviews & Availability | Hotels.com NZ (English)
Airalo is the only eSIM app I use when travelling. No more lining up at airports or trying to figure out which local SIM to buy — you just pay in the app, install it on the go, and you’re connected. It’s a huge time-saver, super easy to use, and make...
Buy eSIMs for international travel - Airalo
Avis is another car rental option I use when travelling, especially in places where I want something reliable and well-established. They’re easy to book, widely available, and good for work trips or longer drives where comfort and peace of mind matte...
Car Rental and Truck Hire in New Zealand, Book Now & Save | Avis Car Rental
Flight Centre is one of the places I use when I want extra support booking travel, especially for more complex trips. It’s helpful having real people to talk to, whether that’s sorting flights, accommodation, or changes, and it takes a lot of the str...
Flight Centre New Zealand Travel Deals - Flights, Holidays, Cruises and More
Expedia is one of the platforms I use for booking activities and finding good hotel deals in one place. It’s especially handy when planning trips on the go - easy to compare options, bundle things together, and lock in experiences without overcomplic...
Travel with Expedia: Holiday Homes, Hotels, Car Rentals, Flights & More
GetYourGuide is one of my go-to platforms for booking activities and experiences while travelling. It’s great for finding things to do once you arrive, with real reviews and easy booking, so you can plan less and experience more - especially handy wh...
Book Things To Do, Attractions, and Tours | GetYourGuide
Hostelworld is perfect for solo travellers or anyone travelling on a budget. It makes it easy to find social, well-reviewed stays around the world, so you’re never really travelling alone - great for meeting people, saving money, and keeping travel f...
Hostels Worldwide - Online Bookings, Ratings and Reviews
Contiki is great for solo travellers who want to explore without planning everything themselves. They handle the logistics, accommodation, and transport, while still leaving room to explore and do your own thing. It’s an easy way to see multiple dest...
Contiki - Solo Travel Group Tours 18 - thirtysomethings
G Adventures is great for travellers who want deeper, more immersive experiences without travelling completely solo. Their small-group trips balance structure with freedom, take you beyond the usual tourist routes, and make it easy to meet like-minde...
Adventure Tours & Small Group Trips | G Adventures