With the warmer months well and truly upon us, no doubt you’re thinking about what to take with you on your upcoming summer holiday? A frilly frock, a swimming costume, some gorgeous footwear and a kaftan, but there’s one item that you should not forget! Here at Bridgets, we’ve got the ultimate guide to packing for your vacation, with five items you simple shouldn’t go away without!
1. Sunscreen
Whilst this may seem more than a little obvious, many of us take for granted how important it is to wear sunscreen. Not only will sunscreen protect you from the sun’s harmful rays, which is as painful to experience as it can be to look at in the mirror after a shower, but will also reduce your skin’s exposure to sun damage, which can lead to wrinkling and fine lines appearing prematurely, as well as melanomas.
2. A Beach Bag
There’s nothing worse than getting to the beach and realising that you’ve left behind the one item you had been telling yourself all morning not to leave home without. From sunglasses, to towels, and even your bathing suit, what seems unlikely becomes a reality when trying to remember everything we need to take to the beach. Not to mention that once you have collected everything, it can be a pain to carry with only two arms! To avoid misplacing, forgetting and having to be burdened by all your beach essentials, a beach bag can come in handy.
3. A Water Bottle
Why, you ask, would a water bottle be on our list of essentials to take on holiday? If you forget one, you can easily buy bottled water at a local convenience store. Whilst this is true, bottled water is often pretty expensive and those empty bottles need to be thrown away, so by taking the time to pack a reusable water bottle, you can avoid having to buy any and also help the environment by ensuring those beaches you’re enjoying remain as clean and free from litter as possible.
4. Insect Repellent
It’s no secret that warmer climates mean that there is a very good chance you will encounter insects. However, we often forget to bring our insect repellent with us on holiday, and end up having to suffer from itchy bites, especially when moving from outside to inside. To avoid this nuisance on your trip, remember to pack your insect repellent!
5. Bridgets
One item we definitely shouldn’t dream of boarding the plane without packing is a pair of Bridgets. Perfect for moving around on the go, Bridgets breathable fabric pants tackle the inevitable sweat we can often experience (especially in warmer climates), and eliminate chafing. These pants are vital for enjoying any holiday comfortably.