Long-trip self-care — how to survive!

As the year draws to a close, December brings long holidays and bonuses, and many people start planning trips. Some head abroad to enjoy the cold weather, some travel up north to breathe in the cool mountain air, and the adventurous ones head to the beach! Today we'll share tips on what to prepare for your trip so it goes smoothly and without a hitch.

1. Clothing appropriate for the weather at your destination — we recommend packing before you leave, because trying to buy things at the destination can be inconvenient, waste travel time, or mean paying inflated prices. Pack wrinkle-free clothes you can slip on easily to boost your confidence. This also includes shoes — choose ones you wear often and are comfortable in; avoid brand-new shoes at all costs, as they may rub and make walking difficult.

2. Wet wipes for personal hygiene — you can never predict how clean the restrooms, restaurants, or other places you visit will be. Especially for those of you who might accidentally spill your coffee or something else, wet wipes let you clean up and look great instantly. The admin is convinced you will use them!

3. Skincare and Haircare you love and use regularly — this is absolutely crucial. Travelling takes a real toll on your body each day. Some people sightsee so hard they lose sleep and end up with tired eyes. During a trip, your body is especially run-down because it uses so much energy, so for your comfort you should bring the Haircare and Skincare you already use, such as shampoo, sunscreen, makeup remover, or moisturiser you like. Don't rely on hotel soap and shampoo — sometimes there's nothing provided, or what is provided might make your hair a mess, dry it out, or damage your skin. Using what you're familiar with is always best. We particularly recommend bringing gentle hair care products like AloEx shampoo, so you can rest assured that throughout the trip your hair stays beautiful and healthy, itch-free, and dandruff-free.

This one goes everywhere on the trip — guaranteed your hair won't be dry, itchy, or frizzy. Beautiful hair the whole way!
4. Personal items and sleep accessories for long-haul flights — the heading might sound odd but it really matters. Personal items here include face wash, moisturiser, toothbrush, toothpaste, or mouthwash. On a long flight you can't shower, so you may feel sticky and uncomfortable or develop an unpleasant odour. As soon as you land you want to be ready to go sightseeing, so preparing on the plane is very effective. Note: if you're carrying liquids on board, don't take too much — the limit is no more than 100 ml per item, up to 10 items, with a combined total of no more than 1,000 ml. Pack them neatly in a zip-lock bag or customs may confiscate them. And for those on a very long flight who want to sleep soundly without disturbance and avoid a stiff neck, the admin recommends a travel pillow and eye mask — sweet dreams on that flight!
5. Your regular makeup — of course, when you travel you'll be taking photos and selfies, so going bare-faced might not feel right. You're on a rare trip, so you want to look your best! The admin recommends bringing makeup you already know works. Please don't experiment with a new look you've never tried — it could go wrong. Foundation, sunscreen, and brow pencil should be long-lasting, water- and sweat-resistant, and smudge-proof, because you likely won't have time to retouch during the day. As for lipstick, bring a few: a lip balm and several lip colours, since switching lip colour is an easy way to change your look without packing a lot of products. And don't forget to bring zip-lock bags in various sizes to store your products — they prevent leaks and stains on your clothes.
6. Backpack and shopping bag — ladies, star this one seven hundred times. We often don't leave room in our luggage for shopping. After a happy shopping spree you might end up back at the hotel screaming, "How am I going to get all this home?!" Importantly, in some countries you have to pay for shopping bags — the admin has experienced this buying milk and bread at a supermarket abroad, paying 0.50 euros per bag (about 20 baht — and it was a plain plastic bag, not a nice paper bag!). So we recommend packing a thin, foldable fabric shopping bag that opens into a large bag and can attach to your luggage trolley, so you're not lugging multiple bags. Choose a slightly thicker material to prevent the bag from tearing when overfilled.
7. Hat, umbrella, rain jacket, sunglasses — beyond being great protection against wind and sun, these can also be stylish props for photos. In some places the sun is intense, and squinting for every photo is not ideal — a nice pair of sunglasses solves that. And on a day when rain comes unexpectedly, your umbrella keeps you dry and prevents getting sick — nobody wants to fall ill in the middle of a trip! Choose a compact, lightweight folding umbrella to keep in your bag. But if you're going on a more rugged adventure, pulling out an umbrella might look out of place; a rain jacket is better so you can explore freely without worrying about tripping. Now, no matter if it pours or the sun blazes, you can enjoy your trip with ease.
8. IT gadgets such as adapters, power banks, and cameras — tech-savvy people and photography lovers will love this one, but honestly everyone needs to pack these things. When travelling solo you might have GPS running on your phone all day, or use a pocket Wi-Fi whose battery lasts less than 7 hours, and then there's the camera on top of that — all power-hungry devices. Prepare them in advance, fully charge everything before departure, and charge again every night at the hotel, because if they die when you're lost you're in real trouble. For international travel, never forget your power adapter — plugging in without one could damage your devices. Bring just one adapter and a power strip so everyone can charge at once. You have been warned!
9. Personal medication and travel insurance — medications you should pack include basic items such as fever reducers, pain relievers, anti-diarrhoea medicine, motion sickness pills, antihistamines, and a first-aid kit. If you fall ill during the trip, finding local medicine can be difficult, and you won't know what's in it or whether it suits you. Besides, in some countries with strict laws, pharmacies will only sell certain medicines with a doctor's prescription, and getting an appointment requires advance booking — complicated and stressful. And very expensive! So just bring your own medication. Also pack the drug labels in case you forget how to take each one. As for travel insurance, it's especially useful for independent travellers not on a package tour. A bit of coverage against delayed luggage or illness during the trip gives you peace of mind and protects you from financial disaster.
With all that packed, you're ready to go!

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