TOP 5 IPHONE APPS FOR TRAVELLING

1. B i g  D a y - E v e n t  C o u n t d o w n .

Now, this isn't completely necessary, but if you are anything like me - spending everyday, recounting down the days till your trip, then let this app do it for you!

The full app costs 69p and lets you have up to 20 countdowns at a time. You can set the date, picture and also name each one.
You can download Big Day Lite, which is for free, but you only get to have one countdown. so that would be perfect for holiday goers.

2 . X E  C u r  r e n c y .

Like the website, this free app allows you to see currency exchanges. Always a good idea to have when travelling.

3 . H o s t e l  W o r l d .

When backpacking a lot of people don't usually want to bring an expensive phone. I will be bringing my iPhone, as to me, with all the apps that can help in a lot of situations. Most importantly to me, contacting home!

Another reason is for apps like this. Whilst backpacking sometimes you are so exhausted from travelling, you just want to find a place to lay your head ASAP. This app allows you to search your current location or a different location for hostels. You can then read reviews, see the prices and book through this free app. That all gets a thumbs up if you ask me.

4 . G o o g l e   T r a n s l a t e .

Select to translate form one language to another. Simples.

5 . S k y p e .

Of course, this app would crop in there somewhere. Contacting friends and family all over the World is needed for those homesick days.
If you have an iPhone there is also Facetime, but not everyone (especially my mum) has an iPhone.
Just create an account before you go and start getting your friends to add you then you can speak and see each other without having to pay a penny. Just look for some free WIFI and you're sorted!

TOP 5 TRAVEL FRIENDLY PRODUCTS

1. L U S H  s h a m p o o  b a r s .

The most genius idea. Who knew it would work so well. As well as being a great shampoo to take with you on your travels it is also my shampoo of choice back at home. There are a few different ones for different hair types. I use the Seanik shampoo bar, sea salt to give it body with Irish moss and nori seaweed to soften it. It smells, well, lush!

Great idea for backpackers as it weighs less than a bottle and it lasts a good few months.
Plus, no spillages, no burst bottles over your edited travel wardrobe, so no sad faces!
Check them out here.

2. B o u r j o i s   M a g i c   N a i l   P o l i s h   R e m o v e r .

A great travel item if you have some extra space in your pack.
Yes, most people leave their nails bare whilst travelling, give them some fresh air after years of hiding under layers of paint. But if you are one for nail art then this bad boy might be for you.

No need for cotton pads, this Bourjois nail varnish remover uses a soaked sponge inside - So all you have to do is pop in your finger and twist. It claims to take 1 second but it's probably more like 4-6 Seconds.
You can pick these up for around £4.99 from Boots.

3. N A R S   -   T h e   M u l t i p l e .

Perfect for travellers who need one product to do multiple things.
This multi-purpose stick can be used on your eyes, lips and cheeks.

It's sheer application that blends easily is great for quick, effortless make up. Great for travelling as you don't want to spend ages doing your make up (If you decide to wear any), which means more time seeing amazing places! I have the shade Maui.

4. F L O   A t o m i z e r .

FLO is a small spray bottle that you fill up with your chosen fragrance.
There are two sizes, a 4.7ml and 6ml spray bottle.
If you're travelling, carrying a few different fragrances can take up too much precious room and if you, like me, have a few fragrances knocking about at home - It's a good idea to decant a perfume that you aren't taking with you so you have a selection without having to lug glass bottles around!


5. B l o t t i n g   p a p e r s .

Now, if you are going to a hot, sweaty country, you will most likely find these useful!
Having a grease ball of a face can never be a good look, and if you are one of those people who seem to pull it off - I want to know how you do it!

Having to keep adding powder to your face isn't always ideal, so using a blotting paper can take away all that shininess and keep your make up looking (a little more) fresh.
I've seen a pack in Boots before but if you are going to Asia, then save some pennies by buying them there. They are everywhere there and probably better too.


Are there any product you would recommend for travellers?

ROUTE IDEA #4

It has been a while since I have written a post! My, my has time flown!

Since my last post a lot has happened. Plans have changed, tickets have been booked, overtime overload, and the fringe is grown out.

Here is our brand spanking new route idea to get us back into it!