Your Holiday Packing Essentials

There are a few items that in the past wouldn’t have made your holiday essentials list, but it would be wise for you to consider packing the following items alongside your sun cream:

  • Face masks – useful if you are visiting any popular tourist attractions, where the volume of people might make it difficult to social distance. Fabric masks should be washed each day so you may need to think about packing a few if you are planning regular days out.
  • Disposable gloves – if you need to top the car up with fuel or use an electric vehicle charger en-route.
  • Hand sanitiser – for when out and about, where it may not be possible to wash your hands.
  • Handwash
  • Disinfectant wipes
  • First aid kit – including Paracetamol and a thermometer.
  • Picnic blanket
  • Wind break or markers – if you are concerned about social distancing at the beach or in the park, then a wind break or similar may help guide small children to a ‘safe’ zone.
  • Tickets / advance bookings – if you are planning to visit a local attraction, you may need to book in advance while entrance numbers are reduced, to allow social distancing. Please check before you leave and, if possible, book your slot in advance.
  • Card and board games, DVDs, books, scavenger hunts and more – you may want to think about a few games to enjoy at your holiday home.
  • Oven gloves
  • Clothes detergent – you may want to wash items such as your face masks frequently whilst away.
  • Food – if your local shops are currently busy, then the ones in smaller towns and tourist destinations are likely to be even busier. Many of the big supermarkets have more delivery slots opening up, particularly if you order in advance.
  • Pets – if the holiday home is pet friendly and you are bringing your dog along, please remember to bring the bed, blankets and towels as well as their food and water bowls. You may want to consider bringing throws for the furniture.
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