Holidays are meant to be relaxing, but there is nothing more frustrating than realising you’ve left an essential item at home. Whether it’s your travel document organizer, your hiking boots or your toiletry bag, there are some things you can’t do without when on holiday. To help you avoid having to go the entire trip without these important items, Stingose has compiled the ultimate packing checklist.
No matter if you’re heading to the bush, beach or city, our helpful packing tips can help you stay prepared and organised while you’re away. Read on for Stingose’s essential family holiday packing list.
As the beautiful summer weather rolls in, many people want to make the most of it by spending the long sunny days outdoors. Unfortunately, this also means more encounters with mosquitoes and other insects. In order to keep enjoying the Australian weather with minimal insect bites, it’s important to pack a good quality insect repellent – look for one that contain DEET or picaridin.
Make sure you think about what you are going to be doing when choosing which repellent to take. For instance, small roll-ons or sprays are convenient to slot into handbags or carry-on luggage, whereas coils are useful if you’re going camping. Remember to always follow the product instructions carefully.
Sometimes bites and stings just can’t be avoided — so it’s useful to have an insect bite treatment such as Stingose in your first-aid kit. Stingose gel and spray provide fast relief from the pain, itching and swelling associated with most insect stings and bites, from mosquitoes to bees and even nettles. They’re suitable for use on children, making it useful for the whole family.
Some insect bites may cause allergic reactions — so if you or your family show any signs of an allergic reaction or your symptoms worsen, seek medical advice immediately.
Make sure to protect you and your family’s skin while everyone’s out enjoying the summer weather by packing sunscreen. Before you embark on your family holiday, remember to check the SPF rating (SPF 30 or higher), water resistance level and the expiration date. Always follow the directions on the pack and remember to reapply! Lip balm with SPF 30 or higher can also be useful to help prevent your lips burning and cracking.
While sunscreen is important don’t forget to pack the hats6b and sunnies, as they also provide vital protection from the sun. When you are out and about remember the five sun protection measures to help reduce the risk of sunburn— slip, slop, slap, seek, slide!
From headaches to stomach cramps, minor maladies can put a dampener on your family holiday relaxation—keeping you indoors when you’re supposed to be out exploring, on an exciting trip itinerary. To prepare for the unexpected, we would suggest packing your preferred pain relief medication; if travelling with children, make sure you pack a children’s pain reliever, either in your day pack or carry on bag. Remember to keep them safely out of the reach of children and always follow the product instructions.
Australian summers can get pretty hot and it’s easy to become dehydrated, especially when travelling or spending time out and about away from home. Packing a refillable drink bottle or bottled water is a great way to remind yourself to keep your fluids up and ensure you have access to water throughout the day.
If you’re going to be involved in excessive exercise, oral rehydration drinks can be useful to pack as they help replace the salts and minerals your body loses through sweat. However, under normal circumstances, drinking water is enough to remain hydrated.
Don’t let life catch you off guard. It’s important to keep this holiday packing advice in mind, so you can be prepared and enjoy your time away this summer, with as little stress as possible.
