I
do a lot of travel, whether it is for work or just for pleasure. Don’t be
jealous though – for work, it’s never abroad and mostly to unappetising places
around England. Travel for my pleasure is more exiting though with recent trips
to Croatia, Madrid, Okinawa (Japan), Miami and I am just packing for Berlin
this week!
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| me at Gatwick airport for work |
The
great thing about travel is you get to explore the world, even if it is just
Manchester or little know towns in Surrey. But the downside has to be the constant
on-the-go and living out of a suitcase. I hate that realisation when you go to use
something, only to realise that you didn’t come to pack it (which is often in
haste). I often have that feeling of “I have forgotten something” when I leave
the house anyway.
Well
for all you on-the-go types or travel fans, today I am sharing with you my must
have items when I am on the go. Happy travels (even if it is to Barnsley for a
meeting).
Anti-bac
I
have friends that are obsessed (no really) with this bacteria killing liquid.
Whilst I am not as bad as that, I do carry a bottle of the stuff around. Mainly
because I am a clumsy mess, not because I am a germ hater. No one should turn
up to a meeting covered in sticky mess.
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| I always have a little make up bag with me |
Oil blotters
I
don’t know what it is, but there is something about travelling that makes my
usually dry-as-a-dessert-skin, a little greasy. Grease is not good. It causes
spots. And no one likes spots. I have started carrying around oil blotters for
a quick dab when I need.
Dental kit
I
am probably a little more obsessed than the average when it comes to my teeth
but everyone should practice good oral hygiene! I like to carry a travel bottle
of mouth wash with me and some floss. This is perfect for a quick freshen up as
I often have to attend events and meetings late in the day and don’t get to
come home in between meetings or end up getting home until quite late.
Travel mug
I
hardly go anywhere without my trusty travel mug – it’s an essential! Obviously
they are great for on-the-go-drinking but they also beat those stupidly small
tea cups they provide at meetings (which I down in one gulp) and I have even
relied on mine in hotels when again I am offered nothing but a piddly small
teacup.
Note book
I
always, always, always carry a notebook and pen around me. You just never know
when those “a-ha” moments are going to strike. In this modern era I do take
advantage of my phone’s app but something you can’t beat a bit of brainstorming
and doodling of ideas in the good old fashioned way.
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| taking my foods with me |
Snack
I
think you probably could guess from my blog entries on “snacks” that I am never
far from a collection of snacks. When on-the-go, you don’t have your routine
meal times and you’re not always at home to prepare them so having a nest of
tasty snacks is essential. When I say snacks though, think protein bars, bags
of nuts, fruit and such. Not a family sized bag of chocolate digestives. Snacking
right can help stabilise blood sugar levels and keep you energised throughout
the day.
Ear phones
With
so much time out the office, it is essential that I work whilst travelling and
commuting. Unfortunately not everyone is doing the same, so carriages on trains
are not always quiet. To block out the noise, headphones will help. Also, I am
a big fan of listening to podcasts whilst I am on the go. I use my time on
trains and when seated to write/use the laptop/read etc but I also spend a lot
of time on my feet, walking to and from stations/meetings/engagements. I hate
the thought of wasted time so love listening to podcasts when walking about.
Eye mask and ear plugs
Travelling
is tiring and sometimes that snatch of sleep on the train is a must! My advice,
carry an eye mask and ear plugs around with you if you have to! They’re small
and light so won’t take up too much of your handbag. Lots of us can’t sleep
well in new environments, so if sleeping in hotels is more tense than relaxing,
try taking an eye mask and ear plugs to help get a good night’s sleep .
Umbrella
This
is England people!
What
are your must haves in your handbag?
Please
share!
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