The 50 Best Travel Essentials - Security & Health

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Pacsafe Retractasafe
“A standard padlock will only take you so far, but thisdevice includes a compact retractable plastic coated cable, whichmeans you can lock several bags together or to an object,preferably a heavy one,” say Tom Hall. “Agood exampleof when it comes in handy is if you are inter-railing. You caneasily lock yourself and your companions’ bags to a luggagerail saving yourself, especiallywhen on a night train, the worrythat someone is going to walk off with it.”
Where: Wiggle (www.wiggle.co.uk)
Flaresafe
Hotels, hostels and resorts abroad don’t always have the samesecurity and fire standards as here at home, so this little torchcan be a life-saver. “It’s not just a torch but a smokedetector and panic alarm aswell,” says Michael Brook.“Designed originally as an alert system for backpackersit’s also great for the safety-conscious family and for£40 it might just save your life.”
Where: Flaresafe (www.flarebrands.com)
How much: £40
Magellan eXplorist 500
This hand-held GPS device can help prevent you from getting lostabroad. “The eXplorist range is built for off-road, trekkinguse rather than life on the dashboard, so strap it to your mountainbike or rucksack and it’ll guide you through the wildernessunharmed,” says Michael. Despite being handy enough to fit inyour pocket, the eXplorist still features a colour screen and theability to save routes and 500 locations in its internal memory.
Where: Amazon (www.amazon.co.uk)
How much: £228.85
Pacsafe Pouchsafe 100
“One of the classic mistakes that travellers and touristsstill make is to carry things that they really cannot afford tolose in their pockets,” warns Tom. “Yet for just over£10 this can carry your tickets, passport and credit cardssafely under your clothing and out of sight. And for people headingoff for extended periods of time or to more unusual parts oftheworld this summer, losing their passports can be a realheadache.” This model’s strap is reinforced with aslash-proof wire.
Where: Action Outdoors (01473 211647; www.actionoutdoors.co.uk)
How much: £11.99
Boots Travel First-Aid Kit
Hopefully you won’t need one of these on holiday this summerbut better safe than sorry. This family-sized first-aid kit fromBoots includes everything you’ll need for minor first aid. Itincludes plenty of waterproof plasters that are essential if youdon’t want that little cut or blister to stop you enjoyingthe sea. Complete with a compact zip-up case this is one essentialyou should definitely not forget to pack this summer.
Where: Boots (08456 090 055; www.boots.com)
How much: £7.99
Pacsafe 85
Another security offering from Pacsafe, this cunning rucksacklocking system uses lightweight high-tensile stainless-steel mesh,cable and a polycarbonate lock to create a virtually impregnablesafety net around your bag. Pacsafe seems to have the travel andbackpacking security market locked down, points out Tom.
Where: Ellis Brigham (0870 44 5555; www.ellis.brigham.com)
How much: £44.99
Dummy wallet
This unusual travel essential comes highly recommended by Simon.“The best thing about travelling is the freedom and adventurebut many people forget to take precautions. I’m always sentcredit-card offers for platinum cards with fake cards enclosed so Iput them in an old decoy wallet with a little local currency andI’m very happy for any would-be robbers to take that. Ifyou’re going to be robbed it is helpful to have something forthem to take.”
Earplanes Flight Ear Protection
“These come highly recommended by hundreds of travellers thatI have spoken to,” says Tom. “Your ears not equalisingwhen you come in to land can mean a miserable start to your holidayand causes a great deal of discomfort for many. This device reallymakes a difference by constantly equalising for you.” Itworks by regulating air pressure with a special filter and reducingharsh noise. For ages 11 and over only.
Where: Boots (08456 090 055; www.boots.com)
How much: £4.39
Click! Don’t Scratch
Promising insect-bite relief in minutes this gizmo uses a highvoltage/ low-intensity current to dissipate bite or sting swelling.“It is a really simple way of dealing with bites and stoppingthe possibility of infections. A must have for the first-aidbox,” recommends Tom. Good for up to 30,000 clicks, it iseven safe for children.
Where: Responsible Travel Shop (www.responsibletravel.itchyfeet.com)
How much: £5.50
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