It's true, these 6 travel items are actually worth the hype.

Thanks to our brand partner, SIMKA

Got some fun travel plans? Let's be honest — not every trendy travel item deserves a spot in your suitcase.

With strict flight weight limits, there's no room to waste on items that won't actually make your trip easier. Sure, some products are little more than Instagram bait or overpriced clutter — but every now and then, a select few truly live up to the hype.

So, whether you're a seasoned globetrotter or gearing up for your first weekend getaway, these are the items that make travel smoother, smarter — and yes, even more enjoyable.

SIMKA SPF 50 Facial Fluids, $65-$68.

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Wearing SPF every day is important — especially when you're on holidays. And a great SPF? It's the one you'll actually wear.

SIMKA SPF 50 Facial Fluids are made in Australia and are vegan-friendly, cruelty-free and fragrance-free. These SPF 50 broad-spectrum, high-protection sunscreens shield against UVA and UVB rays and feature SIMKASHIELD Technology, which can aid in the prevention of premature skin ageing, sunspots and solar keratosis.

They're available in two lightweight, wearable options: a Tinted Facial Fluid for sheer coverage that leaves a luminous complexion, or an Invisible Facial Fluid for a clear finish with a dry-touch formula.

For those with dry skin or our mineral SPF lovers, they also have a nourishing formula Sheer Mineral Milk SPF 50 which is four hours water resistant. 

Developed with a "skinimalist", barrier-first philosophy, SIMKA takes a clean, clinical and consciously created approach — ideal for sensitive and skin-savvy travellers.

Tu & Kit's Bag 1.0, $70.

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If you ask me, there's nothing more annoying than having to rifle through a Mary Poppins–style makeup bag, elbow-deep just looking for your favourite lip balm that you absolutely packed. Tu & Kit's Bag 1.0 will solve this problem.

This cleverly designed clear bag stands upright on its own, grouping your lipsticks, concealers, pencils and brushes in six divided compartments, as well as a pencil holder and mesh pocket for any other little bits you want to stash away.

Everything stays visible, upright and — best of all — you'll be so organised! Which means no more rummaging through a mystery pouch at the hotel sink when you're running late for dinner but can't find your eyeliner…

MagSafe Wireless Charger, $120.

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Imagine you're standing before the most magnificent view. Phone poised, ready to capture the moment for ever — except your phone dies. Battery gone. How will your Instagram followers ever know you've seen this incredible sight now?!

Portable chargers are a must when travelling, but save yourself the pain of having to both find the right cord and then wrangle it while trying to capture your adventures — get a MagSafe charger instead.

The Snap Wireless PowerPack Slim 2 Pro is the fastest and thinnest wireless charger, and the ultimate way to make sure you're never without charge when you really need it.

Louenhide Hair Tool Travel Case, $70.

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Travelling with your Dyson AirWrap? Or maybe just a straightener or curling wand? You need the Louenhide Margot Hair Tool Travel Case.

It's elegant and chic but also SO practical. With its structured design, removable four-pocket organiser and magnetic clasps, it keeps all your hair tools perfectly organised.

Pop in your Dyson AirWrap with all the accessories — or just your curling wand, hairbrush and styling products — and everything stays neat and ready to go.

Luggage Weight Scale, $13.

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There's nothing more embarrassing than having to open your suitcase in the middle of the airport to shuffle things around, trying to squeeeeze your bag under the weight limit — all to avoid that $100 overweight luggage fee.

Save that dance for home, where only you have to see the organised chaos inside your suitcase. Buy a luggage scale, weigh your bag at home and save yourself the cost or embarrassment at the airport.

I used one on my last trip, and it was a total game changer. It got me perfectly under the 23kg weight allowance and saved me heaps of stress and hassle at check-in.

Kindle Colorsoft, $399.

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I wouldn't be a book lover if I didn't recommend packing an eReader — especially if your vacay plans include lounging by the pool with a delicious drink in hand.

And now that you've weighed your suitcase with your luggage scale, you'll know that you don't have room (or weight to spare) to pack a week's worth of books. So an eReader is the perfect travel companion.

If you still want the enjoyment of seeing the pretty covers of your paperback books, the Kindle Colorsoft lets you enjoy the pretty coloured covers. Otherwise, the regular Kindle (which does come in a cute Matcha Green) is small, compact and perfect for travel.

Find SIMKA SPF50 Facial Fluids online.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Reapply every two hours and avoid prolonged sun exposure. Sunscreens are only one part of sun protection.

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Consciously created for your skin health
SIMKA's SPF 50 range delivers more than just sun protection. Powered by SIMKASHIELD™ Technology, our lightweight, fragrance-free formulas defend your skin from UVA/UVB damage and support barrier health with antioxidant-rich protection. Made in Australia and rooted in Corneotherapeutic principles, our sunscreens are non-comedogenic, vegan-friendly, and designed for daily wear—no white cast, no fuss. Whether you choose the Invisible Facial Fluid SPF50, Tinted Facial Fluid SPF 50 or the Sheer Mineral Milk SPF 50, you're choosing clean, clinical protection that works with your skin, not against it. Because when it comes to healthy ageing, protection starts now.
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