17 ‘Must Have’ Travel Accessories this Summer

Lazy naps on the beach, weekend camping trips, exotic vacations and days of bronzed, salty skin – yes, summer is almost here!

While you’ve been busy shoving all of your winter clothes into storage for a few months, we have been trying out some of the best new products for summer. Whether you’re heading overseas, hitting the open road or even acting like a tourist in your hometown, we’ve got some of the best travel accessories to make your summer shine.

The Best New Products for Travel this Summer

For a Beach Day

A Stylish Towel

Summer’s all about curves, so leave your boring towel at home and snag one of Beach Bella’s new round versions. The patterns are really cute, but not too girly and they are big enough to fit two people comfortably, so there’s less to carry around. AU$84.95

Convenient Travel Bag

If you want to save on space without skimping on style, pick up this Foldaway Traveller Bag from Envirotrend. It’s small enough to fit in your purse, but opens out to a carryon-sized bag. Use it at the beach to separate wet and sandy beach items on the way home or throw it in your suitcase to carry extra souvenirs you pick up! AU$24.99

Portable Speaker

Create your own beach party by bringing your the tunes, wherever you go. The new Philips BT6000 Portable Speaker is a cool capsule-shaped device with big sound. It can also be used as a portable power bank, to keep the music going long into the night. AU$179.95

For the Great Outdoors

Quality Sun Tan Lotion

The quickest way to ruin a trip is with a bad sunburn. Protect your skin with Cetaphil Suntivity SPF 50+ Ultra Light Lotion. I hate the feeling of thick sunscreen, but the Suntivity line of lotions are lighter, water resistant and much easier on your pores. AU$20.95

A Simple Way to Wash

Every now and then, someone comes up with an idea that makes you think, “I wish I had thought of that!” Case in point – the Scrubba Washbag. With it, you can get a machine quality wash in just three minutes and using much less water – perfect for keeping your clothes fresh while camping, backpacking, or on a cruise or your next roadtrip. AU$64.95

For the Urban Explorer

A Cup that Pays for Itself

This is no ordinary mug. In addition to the sleek design and spill-resistant lid, the Frank Green SmartCup comes with CaféPay technology that can take your order, make a secure cashless payment and even store your loyalty points. It’s bound to make the mornings in between your summer trips a little easier! AU$34.95

Stylish Comfort

Let’s get real here. Thigh chaffing is a thing, especially in the summer when you’re spending all day in shorts and bathing suits. They might look a bit scandalous at first glance, but these thigh bands from Bandettes are a saving grace for anyone seeking relief from the rub. They have a bit of elastic in them and come in a number of sizes so that they stay in place. AU$15.99

For the Luxury Getaway

Bamboo Body Pants

Want to get that ‘casual lux’ look? Ditch the denim and grab a pair of pants by Bamboo Body. The bamboo fabric makes them super soft and keeps you cool and comfortable, and you can adjust the length and easily mix and match to fit your style. AU$89.95

A “Splurge” Luggage Bag

If you’re jet setting on a once-in-a-lifetime trip, you need to look the part. Rodd & Gunn is known for quality and its new Large Weekender leather bag will add an extra ‘oomph’ of sophistication and style to your trip. AU$1299.00

For the Airport

Get Unblocked

One of the annoying things about travelling abroad is that you’re often blocked from viewing certain content. F-Secure Freedome is a VPN service that lets you change the location of your smartphone, computer or tablet, so that you can stream like you’re at home on your couch, no matter where you roam. AU$79.99 for a year of service on three devices.

Quick and Easy Coffee Fix

Caffeine and flying are the latest frenemies. New research suggests that if you’re travelling west, a cup of coffee can ease jetlag symptoms, but it has the opposite effect if you’re traveling east. Whether you’re due west or just need a pick-me-up during your layover, the new Bean Bags from Jed’s Coffee are the way to go. It works like a tea bag, so all you need is some hot water (and your Smart Cup!). Plus, each bag is individually sealed, so there’s no mess. AU$6.99

For the Road Trip

Keep everyone entertained

Everyone has different tastes, so it can be tough keeping everyone happy, especially if you’re trying to stay entertained on a long trip. The SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick lets you wireless stream different movies, music and files to up to three different devices. So everyone can watch what they want – problem solved! AU$49.95-$179.95 depending on capacity

Kit out your car

While it’s always great to take the road less travelled, it’s still good to know where the heck you’re going! Simplify your navigation with the Belkin Car Vent Mount attaches your smartphone to an air vent on your car’s dash so that you’re not fumbling around with the phone while you drive, not matter what model or size it is. Plus, to keep everyone’s devices running the entire trip, use the Road Rockstar 4 Port Passenger Car Charger. It’s got a long cable and extra ports so that the people in the back don’t get left with an empty battery. AU$29.95 and AU$59.95

For Healthy Summer Skin

A Gorgeous (But Safe) Summer Glow

We chase a tan all summer long, but what if you could get the perfect glow in just one hour? If you want to look like a bronzed god before you head on holiday, try Cocoa Brown By Marissa Carter. It is a mousse that comes with a special application mitt to ensure everything comes out even, so you’ll be ready to rock your swimsuit from day one. AU$19.95 and AU$10.95 for applicator mitt

A Travel-Friendly Shave

Stretch your dollar and save face with Razormate. It cleans and sharpens traditional and disposable razors so you can use and reuse for months. Plus, the Razormate also doubles as a carrying case for travel, making it simple to pack. AU$29.95

For the Best Summer Photos

Pro photos on your smartphone

Most of us still use our smartphones to take the majority of our photos and videos, so why not upgrade the lens you use most? Olloclip makes amazing accessories for iPhone and Samsung devices that take your photography to the next level. We love the 4-in-1 lens. It comes with a fisheye, wide angle and two different macro lens for extreme close ups. AU$119.95

Go Retro

A remix on the good old days of instant cameras, the Instax Mini 8 from Fujifilm comes in seven different colours, making it the perfect summer accessory to match any occasion. The Instax prompts you to get the best light settings and you can share your photos the old fashioned way – by handing them to your friends. AU$99.00