9 Gifts for the Traveller at Home in 2020

by | Nov 27, 2020 | Reviews, Travel

9 Gifts for the Traveller at Home in 2020

There’s nothing quite like a bit of retail therapy, and if there was any year we deserve to do some therapy and treat our loved ones (and, let’s face it, ourselves) 2020 would be it! And for all of us travellers, 2020 has presented the additional heartbreak of cancelled travel plans. So if you’re wanting to cheer up a fellow traveller (or yourself), we’ve put together some great gift ideas for the silly season that can be used at home (and for future travels). 

Tesalate Towels

Tesalate make eye-catching and colourful beach towels, with the bonus features of being sand free. These towels are also light-weight and quick drying, making them perfect to take on the road. You can check out our review.

Tesalate have also recently expanded into gym towels, which are not only lightweight and quick drying, these workout towels have the added feature of zinc in the fabric that acts as an antibacterial agent, making them effective against bacteria and odour-free. With many people working out more these days (working off those covid curves!), these towels would make a great gift. You can see the full range of beach and workout towels here. And for 10% off a first-time purchase, use the code THANKS10 at the checkout.

Tesalate beach towels
Tesalate gym towels

Tropicfeel Shoes & Gear

Tropicfeel are the team behind two record-breaking Kickstarter campaigns for their all-terrain travel shoes. Their shoes are not only great for everywhere and everyday adventures, they are good for the environment too, being made from recycled plastic bottles. And if their sustainable, all-terrain shoes don’t excite you, Tropicfeel have expanded their range to clothing and backpacks. Personally, I’m super excited for their new project, Shell (which is still live on Kickstarter and hopefully due for release in March 2021). If you want to find our more about Tropicfeel shoes, check out our recent post.

Tropicfeel Monsoon Range

Cooking classes

One thing many travellers (us included) love about travelling is the food. Just because we can’t eat delicious pasta in Italy, tapas in Spain or sushi in Japan doesn’t mean we have to miss out on those culinary delights altogether. Gifting cooking classes is a great way to bring one of the best aspects about travelling back home and you can ‘travel’ to a new destination each night in the kitchen. 

Kindle Paperwhite

There’s nothing like settling in with a good book during a long journey, but lugging around books is not practical most of the time. And with many people reviewing their clutter during lockdown, it’s a good opportunity to ‘Marie Kondo’ the book collection, and instead store thousands of books on the popular portable e-reader, Kindle. The Kindle Paperwhite is also waterproof, making it even more traveller-friendly, and perfect for poolside retreats.

Sudio earphones

Podcasts, playlists or phonecalls… we are all spending more time connected to our phones and computers. Sudio have a range of earphones for all wants and needs. With great aesthetics, sound quality and different features, there is a model for everyone, and the perfect accessory for travelling. They also have attractive speakers that make a great visual and audible feature for the home.

A mini-vacation

While international travel may be off the cards for a while, Aussie interstate borders are slowly opening, so why not send your loved ones on a mini-vacation? There are some ah-mazing places to visit in Australia, like this tiny house with a mirrored bathhouse.

Travel Jewellery

Jewellery often tells a story and represents a happy memory, so why not get your loved one a piece of jewellery that will remind them of an epic holiday they’ve had (or one they hope to embark on)? Cityscape rings or pendants are sure to catch the eye and bring out some stories. Or why not turn the map of your favourite place into a piece of wearable art? 

Language classes

When international borders reopen (fingers crossed sooner, rather than later), wouldn’t it be great to say more than just ‘hello’, ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ in another language? In fact, now is a great time to start learning another language for that future dream holiday. Give the gift of a language class so your loved one not only has a new hobby to pass the time until they can travel again, but also gain the confidence to try a few phrases while they are abroad. 

Photo Prints

Know someone with a phone/camera full of travel photos? Why not let them proudly display some of their favourites by printing them out with a photo printer? Or go big, and order them a large canvas print from an online printing store for them to display some of their favourite travel memories (this one might take some sneaky work to get said photo off their phone/sd card to order it without their knowledge, otherwise a gift voucher might be the best bet!).

Photo wall

Hopefully these gifts will soften the blow 2020 has hit us travellers with and they can be  enjoyed now and when travelling afar starts up again! Which of the above gift ideas are your favourite? Can you think of any others we’ve missed? Drop your suggestions below!

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Tropicfeel Shoes – The Travel Shoe for Everywhere, Every Day

Tropicfeel Shoes – The Travel Shoe for Everywhere, Every Day

by | Jun 22, 2020 | Reviews, Travel

I am the first to admit, I have a shoe problem. Like, a too many shoes, and not enough storage space problem. And yet, in my collection of 100+ pairs (I told you I had a problem!) I didn’t have a pair of comfy travel shoes! Enter Tropicfeel.

I first came across Tropicfeel shoes when I found them on Kickstarter. I really liked their campaign and the fact that they were a Barcelona company (my love for all things Spanish continues to lead my decisions!). I ended up purchasing their original release, the Tropicfeel Monsoon. These sneakers looked great, were quite comfortable for day-to-day wear and versatile for all travels, with their all-terrain sole and quick-dry materials.

Tropicfeel Monsoon Range

Tropicfeel Canyon

When they released their follow-up, the Tropicfeel Canyon, I was intrigued. So of course I couldn’t say no when I was offered a pair to try and review (storage space be damned!). Personally, I prefer the Canyons, as they’ve taken the best elements of the Monsoon and improved on the other features. I also preferred the rounder, ‘chunkier’ look of the Canyon. The slip resistance of the sole is noticeably better, and the Canyons feel a bit thicker and sturdier. And to keep with their water-friendly features, the drainage holes are a welcome addition. 

Tropicfeel Canyon side view

Features: What’s so good about them?

Regardless of which Tropicfeel shoe you prefer, both the Monsoon and the Canyon pride themselves on being the ‘all terrain’ shoe. Both feature:

  • the quick-drying benefits of an aqua shoe
  • light-weight construction, barely making a dent in your luggage weight limits
  • technical outsole materials of mountain hiking shoes
  • slip on sprint laces so you can get out and moving fast
  • odorless and breathable materials, so you can leave your socks at home
  • modern, stylish designs and a variety of colours for everyday wear

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Tropicfeel Features
Tropicfeel Canyon

Sustainable

For my fellow eco-warriors, the Tropicfeel team are passionate about responsible travel and sustainability, embarking on the journey to become a carbon neutral company. Their shoes are made from sustainable materials, even using recycled plastic bottles as part of the make up. And 1% of their sales are also donated to organisations that aim to protect wildlife and keep natural wonders alive.

Tropicfeel Monsoons by the water
Tropicfeel Shoes

 

Travel Shoes for Every day, Everywhere

Ok, so you probably wouldn’t see me rocking these babies to a fancy restaurant or red-carpet event (like I got to many of those anyway!), but the Tropicfeel Canyon shoes are my go-to everyday, everywhere shoes. I’ve worn them on my short walks to the local cafe, slipped them on with a pair of jeans to catch up with friends and even taken them on longer walks through national parks. I haven’t worn them swimming yet, but will be sure to pack them when we head off on our next beach holiday. 

Tropicfeel Canyon colours

So my verdict? These shoes are so light and comfortable, you barely feel like you are wearing anything, but the sturdy sole is great for those longer, multi-terrain walks. With the slip-on shoelaces and structure, they are also the only shoes that I’ve been able to continue wearing throughout my pregnancy, and that is saying something, as my feet have swollen A LOT (to the point where most of my other shoes don’t fit at all!). The Tropicfeel Canyons are great and definitely a shoe to take on all travels due to their versatility, light weight and comfort. And if you are a Tropicfeel convert like myself, they have also recently started crowdfunding the Cala – which looks just as promising as their other styles, but less like a sporty sneaker, and more like a casual canvas shoe, with the additional benefit of a foldable heel to convert into a slip-on.

If you are after a travel sneaker that is light weight, comfortable and versatile for a variety of travels, closer to home or further afield, then checkout the Tropicfeel range.

What are the features you look for in a travel shoe? Do you have a favourite travel shoe? Tell us your faves below.

I received a complimentary pair of the Tropicfeel Canyons to review, however was already a fan after purchasing their Monsoons and my opinions remain my own.

 

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Light to Light Camps – The best way to do the Light to Light Walk

Light to Light Camps – The best way to do the Light to Light Walk

by | Jul 30, 2019 | Australia, Travel

Australia is a magnificent place. We have some of the most incredible and diverse landscapes filled with unspoilt beauty. It’s no wonder hiking and camping are a favourite past time for many of us. I love the outdoors, and even camping (to some degree), however I’ve never done an overnight hike to truly appreciate it. Why? Well, to be honest, the idea of lugging around heavy backpacks and tents for 30 kilometres only having to set up the tent after a day of walking is about as appealing as watching cricket and changing nappies.

Say hello to Light to Light Camps. Where you can enjoy the best of the Light to Light Walk on the Sapphire Coast, and have all the heavy work done for you. It’s pampered camping, or as I like to call it, Pamping.

Light to Light Walk, Sapphire Coast, NSW

What is the Light to Light Walk?

The Light to Light walk is a stunning 30km hike on the southern east coast of New South Wales, covering a diverse range of scenery, landscapes and nature. It’s often listed in the Top 10 Walks in Australia, and rightfully so, with pristine beaches, rugged bushland, open plains and rock formations estimated to be over 360 million years old! 

The walk starts from Boyds Tower, overlooking the Eden coast. It is a brilliant spot for whale watching between September and November. In fact, if you are a fan of whale watching, Australian Geographic named Eden as the best whale watching destination in Australia. The hike is a great intro hike, with fairly light to moderate sections. Don’t get me wrong, 30kms is still 30kms (and my feet certainly felt it by the end!), but overall, it was a pretty carefree hike. The walk then ends at Green Cape Lighthouse, which was a sight for sore eyes, or more accurately, sore feet!

Green Cape Lighthouse in the distance

How long does does the Light to Light walk take?

The answer really is, how fast can you walk? The Light to Light walk is best done over a few days, so you can truly enjoy the scenery, and there are a number of campsites spotted along the journey to stop along the way. With Light to Light Camps, you can opt to do a 1, 2 or 3 night package, even with the option to stay at the Green Cape Lighthouse! Due to work commitments, we opted for the ‘Quickie’ tour, meaning we could knock the hike out in a weekend and not need to take time off work. The ‘Quickie’ tour is certainly doable, but if you like to stop for photos, take your time and look after your feet, then a 3-day option might be more suitable.

As we did stop to enjoy the scenery, have lunch breaks and take loads of photos, we were probably (most definitely!) a little slower than others. Here’s how our hikes went:

Day 1: 12.4kms = 6.5 hours
We made the mistake of thinking we were ahead of time (we weren’t) and stopped for longer breaks… oops! It pays to read the map!

Day 2: 17.6 kms = 6.25 hours
Paranoid we would have a repeat of Day 1, we walked a lot faster this day and took less breaks!

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Light to Light Camps, Sapphire Coast, Australia
The best way to do the Light to Light Walk

What do you get with Light to Light Camps?

Ok, back to the Pamping. Whilst the Light to Light walk is relatively easy, it’s even more so when you don’t have to carry tents and camping gear like chumps. You simply carry the day pack provided by Jenny and Arthur from Light to Light Camps, filled with all the walking essentials, including an emergency beacon, maps with detailed notes, food and first aid kits. 

Light to Light Camps inclusions
Packed lunch with Light to Light Camps

Our trip starts off nice and early at Jenny & Arthur’s beautiful property, where we leave our car, hand over our overnight bags and get briefed in for the day. Jenny and Arthur are avid walkers and provide everything you need for the hike. We’re then driven to the starting point of the hike and given a great history lesson on Ben Boyd and Eden. Jenny and Arthur are passionate about sharing their love for the region and will happily share stories and local tips about what to see and do in the area. After some last-minute checks to make sure our gear is fitted properly, we say our goodbyes and off we go. 

Words can’t accurately describe how impressive the scenery of this walk is, so we will rely on photos and videos…

As we made our way to the camp and meeting point (admittedly a couple of hours late!), we see Arther walking up towards us, walkie talkie in hand reassuring Jenny that we are, in fact, alive. That’s the thing about this couple, they genuinely care about their walkers and will do everything to make sure they are safe and have a great time. We sheepishly rock up to the campsite, and are welcomed with what every weary walker wants to see – comfy camp seats around a roaring fire, sturdy built tents and a platter of tasty nibblies from local suppliers, Sprout Eden and Eden Smokehouse. We stop for a pre-dinner snack, accompanied by drinks and good conversation before heading to the beach for some spectacular sunset shots. One of the things that is striking about this area is that it is untouched. We practically had the beach to ourselves, and it was as good as any Australian beach.

We returned to the campsite and had hot showers waiting for us, followed by a delicious dinner of salads and barbequed meat. To this day, Guy and I still go on about how it was the most tender chicken we’ve ever had and how nice the meal was – definitely the best camp meal we’ve ever had! We spent the rest of the evening chatting and laughing with Jenny and Arthur around the campsite. It felt like we were all old friends catching up. Like us, they are keen travellers and had plenty of stories to share. After a night full of travel tales and laughter, we retired to bed, ready for the big day ahead. Thankfully, breakfast and freshly brewed coffee was ready for us first thing!

Camp all set up

How much does it cost?

The Light to Light Camps start from $650pp, which includes EVERYTHING you need (just bring your clothes, shoes and PJs!), including food, drinks and the campsite set-up. It’s the perfect option if you enjoy camping, but don’t have the gear, or prefer to travel light and have everything done for you.

So to recap, this is what you get with Light to Light Camps:

  • Day packs, filled with essentials, and then some
  • Walking poles
  • Breathtaking scenery
  • Maps with plenty of guided notes
  • Drinks and nibblies on arrival
  • Roaring campfire
  • A HOT SHOWER!
  • Pre-erected tents with comfy stretchers
  • Home-cooked dinner & dessert
  • Breakfast and freshly brewed coffee
  • Transport back to your car
  • Friends for life

Spending time at the campsite with Jenny and Arthur felt like spending time with family and friends. Not only were they great company, they were wonderful and gracious hosts, leaving us not wanting for anything. If you are thinking about doing the Light to Light walk, but don’t want the hassle of carrying and setting up tents and food, we highly recommend getting pampered by Jenny and Arthur from Light to Light Camps.

It’s a great weekend getaway for people located in Canberra who like to lead an active lifestyle and enjoy the outdoors. It’s less than a three hour drive to Eden, and if you are looking for somewhere to stay in Eden the night before, we recommend staying at Heritage House Eden, making the early start on Saturday easy. The location is great, offering stunning views of the ocean, the rooms are spacious and Michelle is a lovely and accommodating host.

Heritage House, Eden

If you are thinking of doing the Light to Light Walk and take on the ‘Pamping’ option, get in touch with Light to Light Camps. If you are after a trusty guide who knows all about the local wildlife and attractions, Jenny and Arther are the ones to see. They take groups of 2 – 4 people and also offer scenic kayak tours in the region. They will also be offering a special Light to Light Camp Whale Watch Walk during whale watching season, which will make the walk even more breathtaking. 

The impressive coastline of NSW

Reckon ‘Pamping’ is the way to go, or do you prefer to ‘rough it’ and do the Light to Light on your own? Give us your hiking tips below!

We were spoilt guests of Light to Light Camps, but all opinions remain our own.

 

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Why Tesalate beach towels are the best towels for travellers

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by | Jan 5, 2019 | Reviews, Tips and Tricks, Travel

Why Tesalate beach towels are the best towels for travellers

Facebook has been reading my mind.

Granted, my search history probably gave it away but they clearly know that I’ve been dreaming of future travels and trips to the beach. For quite some time now, I’ve been seeing ads for what I can only describe as the traveller’s dream towel – bright and colourful designs and, wait for it, the promise of being sand free, and you know what, that’s ok with me. If you haven’t seen or heard of Tesalate towels before, then prepare to have your mind blown.

Tesalate towels are revolutionary beach towels that are made from a special microfibre that allows sand to brush right off, allowing you to travel to and from the beach, without worrying about taking all of its sand with you. But these towels are not only the best for beach goers, but Tesalate towels are the best towels for travellers too.

As a self-appointed mermaid and perpetual traveller, the promise of a lightweight, sand-free towel is hard to ignore, so when we were recently invited to review these towels from Tesalate, I was pretty excited. And after some thorough ‘research and testing’ by the beach and pool during our recent travels (it’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it), we’ve made a list of 5 reasons why the Tesalate beach towels are the best towels for travellers.

1. Light and compact

This one is for the travellers. The Tesalate towels weigh less-than 600g when dry and fit into a cute, compact case no bigger than the size of a tissue box. And yet, you still get a standard sized beach towel (160cm x 80cm) when unfolded and laid out. This makes it easy to carry around in a beach bag, backpack or cabin luggage, and is the perfect towel to pack for an upcoming beach holiday.

2. Sand-free (aka ‘I got 99 problems, but sand ain’t one’)

The main selling point from Tesalate, is that their towels allow you to leave the beach and the sand behind. There is nothing worse than finding buckets of sand in the beach bag, car and house after a trip to the beach. I mean, it doesn’t seem to matter how many times you shake that towel out, the stuff seems to find its way everywhere. With Tesalate, their exclusive AbsorbLite™ microfiber makes it easy to brush or shake the sand right off the towels. We tested it with dry and wet sand and in both cases, the sand easily shook right off (the wet sand was a little more stubborn, but still came off) and was left behind.

3. Quick dry

One of THE worst things when travelling is hoping that damp beach/bathroom towel that you hastily packed into your luggage as you scurry from hostel, hotel or AirBnB apartment to the next will be dry by the next time you need it. But it rarely is. Until now.

Tesalate state that their towels are “engineered to dry in half the time than a regular towel”. To be honest, I wasn’t standing there with a timer to compare drying times, however I did notice that the towels dried pretty quickly between swims. As they are a lightweight microfiber, they definitely don’t carry the weight of a regular beach towel when wet, so it’s pretty easy to find a spot to hang them up and allow them to dry.

4. Stylish designs

I’m not going to lie, the bright and colourful eye-catching designs is what really got me obsessing over these towels. They’ve got over 40 vibrant patterns and designs that will turn heads and are also double-sided with a cool black and white geometric pattern. The range of designs, from simple to bold, will appeal to every individual.

5. Absorbent

These towels really are absorbent and are stated to retain up to a litre of water. Between swims I was able to go from sopping wet to fairly dry pretty quick with the Tesalate beach towel. I don’t know how the fabric does it, but it retains a lot of water, without feeling like they’ve been soaked themselves. The closest comparison I can make is like a chamois cloth – absorbent and fairly quick to dry.

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What else makes them awesome?

So, this doesn’t necessarily make them better for travellers, but their returns policy is pretty awesome. They offer free returns for those who are unhappy with their towel, even if it’s been used. Their shipping was super-fast too, arriving within a couple of days from ordering. And personally, we love that they are from an Australian company.

The towels retail at $79AUD, which admittedly cost more than a standard beach towel,  however these towels are hardy and I can’t see myself ever needing to purchase another beach towel again. If you are an avid traveller or beach goer who likes to travel light and hates bringing sand home, it is worth it.

Fellow travellers and beach lovers from around the world can purchase these towels from Tesalate.

Disclaimer: We were gifted these Tesalate towels to do a review. It just so happens that we love them and the opinions above are true, regardless.

Hakone Kowakien Yunessun – Big kid fun outside Tokyo

Hakone Kowakien Yunessun – Big kid fun outside Tokyo

by | Dec 9, 2017 | Japan, Travel

Hakone Kowakien Yunessun – Big kid fun outside Tokyo

Imagine bathing in a pool of sake, having buckets of it flung into your face while young people scream in glee around you.

You might be tempted to think this is some sort of foam party with a bunch of university students, but it’s actually one of the many quirky things that you will experience at Hakone Kowakien Yunessun, a short trip outside of Tokyo.

The Sake pool at Hakone Kawakien Yunessun

In the sake pool at Hakone Kawakien Yunessun!

Why visit Hakone Kowakien Yunessun

If you’re unfamiliar with Hakone Kowakien Yunessun, let me paint you a picture: it’s an aquatic playground (read water slides and outdoor hot springs), including pools filled with green tea, coffee, red wine, sake, etc. Yep, you read that right.

The town of Hakone is a famous tourist spot due to its natural hot springs. The Kowakien Yunessun (which includes the aquatic centre and nearby hotel) is located on a natural hot spring just outside  of Hakone, and also has an amazing onsen, or traditional Japanese bath house that you can visit. But be warned, the onsen is not for the shy and prudish – onsens traditionally require you to be nude, albeit with a tiny white towel for a degree of modesty (what good is a tiny bit of cloth?).

Which one would you try?

Hakone and the Kowakien Yunessun make for a great day trip from Tokyo and show you a little more of the traditional side of Japanese culture than you might find in Shinjuku or other suburbs of Tokyo.

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Start your engines! Maricar in Tokyo
Ling getting ready to race in MariCar

How to get to Hakone Kowakien Yunessun

There are various options to get to Hakone from Tokyo. For more information on your transport options to Hakone, check out this guide. We were based in Shinjuku during our trip to Japan, but these instructions will work from most stations in Tokyo with just a few amendments.

Our fearless leader explaining MariCar rules

These waters slides look pretty tranquil, but we both worked up a fair amount of steam coming down!

Step 1 – Using our Japan rail pass, we took a JR fast train from Shinagawa to Odawara (free with the JR pass!) and then purchased a separate pass for the Odakyo Railway line to Hakone (a couple of hundred Yen from memory).

Step 2 – Congratulations, you’ve made it to Hakone! Finally, after stopping for a quick couple of (hundred) sushi rolls, we jumped on a bus winding its way up into the mountains to get to the Yunessun (the bus will stop right outside). All up, it’s about 2 hours of travel time, which is really just enough time to thoroughly check Facebook and post some of the previous days photos to Instagram… 🙂

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Your other transport options include:

Option 2 – Fast route – for those willing to take a faster, more direct route, the Romance Car option could be the one for you. From Shinjuku station, you will catch an express train with a few limited stops to Hakone Yumoto station, which takes only 85 minutes and costs 2080 yen (not covered by JR Rail Pass). Then simply transfer to the Odakyu line and get the bus (i.e. follow step 2 above).

Overlooking the valley in the Yunessun's famous hot springs

Overlooking the valley in the Yunessun’s famous hot springs

 

Relax in the hot springs…

Once you have had your fun in the sake, coffee, both red and green tea pools and maxxed out on the waterslides, head up the stairs to the natural hot springs which overlook the valley below. The hot springs have been visited by Japanese for centuries and when we were there, the springs themselves were practically deserted and we pretty much had them to ourselves.

The great thing about Kowakien Yunessun, is that you get to experience both the water park fun and relax in the hot springs, all in the one place. Be sure to also visit the Mori No Yu section of the main building – the traditional (read: naked) onsen which has several baths, pools and springs set in an amazing Japanese garden.

Note: Most Japanese onsens usually have a strict ‘no visible tattoos’ policy, and unfortunately this applies at Yunessun and Mori No Yu.

Conclusion

Hakone surprised us. It wasn’t just the way having a Japanese staff member spray a bucket of coffee water in our faces made us feel (yes, that really happened). No, it was far deeper than that. The Hakone Kawakien Yunessun has that perfect mix of fun and relaxation in both a modern and traditional setting. Enjoy!

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One Dress, Many Adventures – The Ultimate Travel Dress

by | Oct 4, 2017 | Reviews, Travel

One Dress, Many Adventures – The Ultimate Travel Dress

Imagine if you could get 20+ outfits from just one dress. The Ultimate Travel Dress from Kameleon Rose does just that! And better yet, it is lightweight, quick drying and wrinkle free – the perfect dress for travelling!

Ultimate Travel Dress - Playsuit

The Ultimate Travel Dress

I was asked to test drive the Ultimate Travel Dress, and I thought why not show off some of my favourite spots around Canberra at the same time! With this one dress, you can have many adventures at home and all over the world! Here are some of my favourite outfits using the Ultimate Travel Dress.

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The Ultimate Travel Dress
Ultimate Travel Dress - Spanish style

The Ultimate Travel Dress comes in a range of colours and sizes, but I couldn’t go past the vibrant fire-engine Red. If you are after something more subtle, the Black, Navy or Khaki also look nice!

Want your own Ultimate Travel Dress? Use our discount code TRAVELLING for 10% off at KameleonRose!

Ultimate Travel Dress styling - top

Features

As mentioned above, the Ultimate Travel Dress is light and can be rolled up into a small bundle when travelling. There’s even a hidden piece of elastic that can hold the rolled bundle together, so it takes up less space in your carry-on. Other features that make it perfect for travels are:

  • Hidden zip pocket in the skirt
  • Can be worn 20+ ways (so you don’t have to worry about all your photos looking like you haven’t changed outfits!)
  • Quick drying
  • Wrinkle-free
  • Breathable
Ultimate Travel Dress options - Cape

How does it fit?

I went for the Medium, and it fits quite well. In saying that, I am quite short, so I think the fit suits girls with a longer torso, as skirt didn’t quite sit right on my hips. Thankfully, the dress can be rolled, folded and tucked, so this wasn’t really an issue.

Ultimate Travel Dress Halterneck top
Ultimate Travel Dress Scoop Neck top

Are you a fan of lightweight travel? You should check out our post on How to Travel Light for Two Weeks with our CabinZero carry-on bags!

Overall, the dress is comfy and I really liked that it could be worn as a skirt, dress, playsuit, 3/4 pants, top and even cape!

Ultimate Travel Dress styling options
Ultimate Travel Dress Cape
The Ultimate Travel Dress looks

What is your favourite look? If you like the idea of lightweight travel, but still want to have multiple outfit options, you should definitely check out the Ultimate Travel Dress from KameleonRose! And don’t forget to use our code TRAVELLING for 10% off!

Thank you to KameleonRose for sending me The Ultimate Travel Dress to test and review. As always, opinions are our own. 

Ultimate Travel Dress - skirt

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