Top Five Travel Essentials for Long-Haul Flights
Picture this: You’re staring down the barrel of another long-haul flight. The dread creeps in, but fear not! I’ve got your back. With years of jet-setting under our belts (thanks, Australia, for being so far away from everywhere!), I’ve compiled the top five items to take on board with you to make your journey a breeze. Stick around till the end, because trust me, you don’t want to miss out on the game-changer waiting for you at number five! Welcome aboard the Linke Lifestyle Express! Buckle up, fellow travellers, as we take you on a whirlwind of travel experiences, insider tips, and a sprinkle of entertainment magic along the way. I’m Mardi, joined by my partner in crime, Michael, and together, we’re here to revolutionise your travel game! The Five Travel Essentials for Long-Haul Journeys Imagine this: a throbbing headache, a blocked nose, or aches and pains creeping in. It’s a nightmare! That’s why I always bring an emergency medication kit. My go-to lifesavers include: I keep these organised in handy zip lock bags for easy access and peace of mind. Why let minor discomfort ruin your flight? In the world of long-haul flights, hydration is your best friend. Whether the airline hands you a water bottle or not, you’ll want to make sure you’ve got your trusty companion by bringing your own reusable water bottle onboard. Stay refreshed, stay hydrated, and hey, it’s perfect for washing down those painkillers too! The secret to surviving the dry, recycled air of the cabin? Always have lip balm and a moisturiser! Keep your lips soft and your skin glowing with your portable arsenal. I recommend using a sample-sized bottle of moisturiser or transferring it into a tiny pot to save space while keeping your skin replenished throughout the flight. When the cabin feels like a sauna, you need a cool down companion! Beat the heat with your trusty handheld fan. Compact and USB-chargeable, this multitasking champ not only keeps you cool but also provides charging for your devices. Say goodbye to stuffy flights and hello to a breath of fresh air! In-flight entertainment is your savior for those endless hours, so say no to uncomfortable airline headphones and embrace the cozy comfort of your own over-ear headphones. I love my Bose QuietComfort headphones. Immerse yourself in your favorite movies or shows with their outstanding noise-canceling feature. For added convenience, consider pairing them with an AirFly for a seamless entertainment experience. Conclusion Thanks for journeying with us today! If you have your own go-to travel essentials, share them in the comments below. And hey, if you’ve enjoyed this adventure with us, hit that subscribe button and join our ever-growing travel tribe. Let’s spread our wings together and explore the world in style! Until next time, safe travels and happy adventures! Paracetamol/Acetaminophen Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4bpv7wB Amazon Australia: https://amzn.to/4cLxZ82 Melatonin Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4elQz8u Amazon Australia: Not available Tylenol PM Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4b2Q0xw Amazon Australia: Not available Zyrtec Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4cLrgLm Amazon Australia: https://amzn.to/4cLrgLm Chewable antacid tablets Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4eJm9xd Amazon Australia: https://amzn.to/3RSbHtg Little zip lock bags Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3XKxJ52 Amazon Australia: https://amzn.to/4cGGJfK Collapsible water bottle Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4eo3J4H Amazon Australia: https://amzn.to/3z2NnhY Lip balm Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3xK6SeT Amazon Australia: https://amzn.to/3RPkagZ Moisturiser Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4cACQsO Amazon Australia: https://amzn.to/45MNvOG Travel skincare pot Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3RQoj48 Amazon Australia: https://amzn.to/4eEmi4S Handheld fan Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3RsuVFD Amazon Australia: https://amzn.to/3RrncYu Bose QuietComfort headphones Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3RtxYgX Amazon Australia: https://amzn.to/3KJHOaH Airfly Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3xjl2Du Amazon Australia: https://amzn.to/4aYeW9q
Nine amazing hotel room hacks
Do you find it hard to settle into a hotel room, even though you love to travel? I’ve stayed in many hotels over the years, and I have some tips and tricks to make you feel more at home. Even if you are one of those people that lives out of a suitcase, I think you’ll find something interesting here. Stay tuned to the end when I’ll give you my best hack for making your hotel room feel like home – a warning though, it’s controversial! I love my home and I love spending time there, where I have everything the way I like it. But I also love to travel and when I first started, I always felt a bit unsettled and on edge. So how do I now travel without that anxiety? One thing I’ve realised is that I need to hack my hotel room to make it more like home. I’m not talking scented candles or photos of my pets; this is about how I live in that room as if it is my home. Set up I feel best when there’s a place for everything, and everything is in its place. When I first arrive in my hotel room, before I even start unpacking, I look for places to set up stations. The stations I set up are: Having these makes me feel organised, in control, and I don’t have to hunt around for a well-lit spot for makeup, or to find my phone or rings. Organisation I like to keep small items sorted out and kept together. I bring small foldable trays to keep things together. I have two travel trays that are flat but use press studs to form trays. I always take the small one no matter how short the trip – its flat and smaller than my makeup mirror so I keep it slipped inside the protective bag for the mirror (along with the mirror’s charging cable!) I use this either for things on my bedside table or my jewellery when I take it off, depending on which needs it most. The other tray is larger, and I only take it on longer trips – say a week or more. I either use it in the bathroom to hold all those little bottles I’ve decanted skincare products into, or perhaps snacks that we have in our room. Snacks and drinks Make it a priority to buy some snacks and drinks. Having something in the room to nibble on when you return from a busy day out makes you feel more at home. Michael and I love to drink sparkling water and I always have a bottle by my bed to drink during the night. Depending on the length of our stay we also buy some packets of chips or chocolate. Just don’t overdo your purchasing so you end up having to take it all home with you! Suction hooks Some things need to be hung up in the bathroom! I have my shampoo bar, which I keep in a mesh bag that needs to hang up in the shower. I use suction hooks for this. I bought my hooks from Muji years ago, but you can get them in hardware shops or Amazon. Travelling pharmacy I wasn’t a boy scout (well obviously) but I like to be prepared, so I always have a range of medication and other health or comfort items. There’re painkillers – paracetamol and ibuprofen – antacid tablets, hay fever tablets, decongestant spray, diarrhea medication, hydrolyte, motion sickness pills, band aids, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment, you name it, if you can buy it over the counter in a chemist shop, I pack it. I used to stuff it all in a toiletry bag, but I’d have to dig through when I needed something and of course, that’s always in the middle of the night when I don’t want to turn the light on and wake Michael! So now I have a hanging jewellery organiser and I put each product in different pockets. I hang it in the wardrobe, or on a suction hook, or even behind the bathroom door. Get ready to go out I always designate a spot for anything that might be needed to leave the room for the day. My handbag, sunglasses, umbrellas, keys, hand sanitiser, folding shopping bag – I don’t want to be running around as we are trying to leave gathering my stuff. Bedtime routine I replicate my going to bed routine. I don’t know about you but sleeping in a strange place can be tough. When I’m at home I have a certain routine – clean my teeth, wash my face if I haven’t done it earlier, take my medication, use a pillow spray, put on lip balm and hand cream, read for a little while then put on some going to sleep sounds. When I am travelling, I bring the products that I need to replicate this. Now, I’m going to have my toothbrush and skincare with me but I also bring a small pillow spray, and an extra lip balm and some hand cream I can leave by the bed so I don’t have to go and dig them out from somewhere else. For the sleep sounds I use an app on my iPad called Pzizz. I use this at home and since my bedtime reading is always done on my iPad, I can use it while travelling too. Small luxuries We like to travel light, but if I’m going to be away from home for more than, say, ten days I make sure I have some room to pack a couple of extra things that bring me home comfort. I like my tea HOT but I drink it slowly. At home I have an Ember mug, which I love, and I have been known to pack it for long trips where we won’t be staying in more than one hotel. For other trips I have an insulated mug.
