I’m flying to Bali this week, but I’ve waited for this sale to buy my long-haul travel essentials

The best in chic luggage, airport outfits, and long-haul flight essentials

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Now, contrary to the fact I fly to Bali in a few short days and have yet to pack, I am a planner. When I travel whether, to the Caribbean or Cornwall, I build itineraries, write to-do lists, research must-see sights, book meals, and sift through reviews for hours on end. I take the same meticulous approach when it comes to packing, I’ve mastered the perfect holiday outfit formulas and I know my travel essentials.

So sure, if we want to get all technical about it, I haven’t packed for my very imminent two-week trip, but that’s not to say I am not prepared. I’ve been lying in wait like a raptor stalking its prey for Amazon Prime Day, so I can—to continue this Zoomorphic metaphor—swoop in and nab the best travel buys at a reduced rate.

And now that I’ve got what I need, I’m sharing with you the result of hours of research and far, far too much time spent on the internet.

Here are my editor-approved buys that are actually worth your money.

Editor-approved travel essentials

Mischa Anouk Smith
Mischa Anouk Smith
News and Features Editor

Mischa Anouk Smith is the News and Features Editor of Marie Claire UK, commissioning and writing in-depth features on culture, politics, and issues that shape women’s lives. Her work blends sharp cultural insight with rigorous reporting, from pop culture and technology to fertility, work, and relationships. Mischa’s investigations have earned awards and led to appearances on BBC Politics Live and Woman’s Hour. For her investigation into rape culture in primary schools, she was shortlisted for an End Violence Against Women award. She previously wrote for Refinery29, Stylist, Dazed, and Far Out.