From the second that you book your European city break, you’ve no doubt been Googling things to, pinning outfit inspiration and triple-checking that your passport is still in date.
But whilst you might have the holiday outfits and the itinerary locked down, here are a few European hand-luggage essentials that you need to take on your city break!
Lee Stafford Coco Loco Jet Set, £29.99
It’s a well know fact that hotel hairdryers work about as well as having someone blow gently near you. So, if you don’t want to commit to the natural look for the duration of your city break, you’re going to have to take your own power tools. Lee Stafford’s ‘Coco Loco’ jet set is slimline and with a foldable handle make it compact enough to fit in your hand luggage. Even though it’s small, this 1700w hairdryer is mighty AF, and has dual voltage, 2 speed settings and 2 heat settings. It also comes in a handy, rose gold travel bag along with coconut-infused mini shampoo and conditioner to give your hair a calming boost when it’s driving you nuts!
Moroccanoil Travel Sets, £26.85
Whilst the European heat might be glorious, there’s no denying that it can really damage your ‘do. So, whilst we’re on the subject of good-looking hair; the next essential on your packing list should be an all-new Moroccanoil travel set.
The collection of 3 super-handy travel sets are designed with different hair types in mind:
- Repair & Style; for damaged, coloured hair
- Hydrate & Style; suitable for all hair types
- Curl; for all types of curly hair
And include nourishing hair care products infused with antioxidant-rich argan oil in a handy travel bag, so we can all ensure that we can keep our locks in tip-top condition without shelling out on overweight baggage.
Ardell Lashes, £4.95
We’ve made sure the hair on your head is on-point for the duration of your city break, but what about your lashes? Ardell have a range of gorgeous natural strip-lashes that feature an invisible, lightweight band connecting the hair strands to form a strip that, ensuring the most secure corners of your life! Or if, like us, you opt for semi-permanent lashes, keep a pack of Ardell individual lashes in your travel luggage to blend any gaps that are bound to appear as you spend more and more time in the pool!
Tile Style, £30
Losing your handbag at any point is a nightmare but losing your handbag or hand-luggage while you’re abroad can be absolutely devastating. So, to help to keep your things safe while you’re abroad you should invest in Tile Style; a Bluetooth tracker that you can attach to your purse, tablet, passport or handbag to ensure that you’ll never have to worry about losing the things that matter most to you.
With Tile you can easily locate your property by simply using the Tile app on your phone. If your property is missing you have three options:
- Locate by sound – Ring your Tile from the app or double press your Tile to ring your phone – even on silent.
- Last place seen – The app always shows the last time and place it saw your Tile. Simply open the app to view the map.
- Community Find – If your Tile moved location since the app last saw it, tap the Notify When Found button in the app. This will securely and anonymously put all other Tile apps on the lookout for your Tile. You’ll receive an alert when another Tiler comes within range of your item.
Angela Langford ‘Freshen up’, £14
Keeping your skin hydrated in the heat is essential. Angela’s Freshen Up spray is perfect for dry, dehydrated and sensitive skin. Rose, geranium & orange blossom mixed with aloe vera for a refreshing tonic that keeps skin hydrated, calm & fresh throughout the day. Perfect for keeping in your beach bag!
Modibodi™ Underwear, £15.50
Whilst you’ve probably been planning your city break wardrobe for months, chances are you haven’t taken your underwear into consideration. Well, thanks to Australian underwear brand Modibodi™ you don’t have to. Combining gorgeous and comfortable underwear with incredible technology, Modibodi™ offer period, pee and perspiration proof underwear – perfect for feeling fresh during those hot, European days.
Satisfyer Pro Traveller, £44.95
Last but not least, if you’re heading on a mates’ trip you might want to invest in the world’s most smallest, most luxurious, quiet and completely discreet vibrator in the UK; the Satisfyer Pro Traveller.
Made specifically to look like a perfume bottle (so there are no embarrassing incidents at airport security), the elegant and very beautiful aubergine and rose gold design features a magnetically closing cap and is so small that it will fit perfectly in the palm on your hand.
Discreet and elegant, this toy is quick to be recharged via the USB cable included (say goodbye to batteries) and offers a clever and sleek way to own a toy.
Faye is the Junior Lifestyle Editor here at The Daily Struggle. She interested in fitness, travel and long romantic walks to the fridge. Faye also loves to try new things, from frogs legs to the latest fad diet – and report back to the rest of your crazy bitches!
