Vacation is just around the corner! For those of you who plan to travel, there are several things you need to prepare, one of which is packing the items you will bring. In addition to clothes, important documents, departure tickets, and lodging bookings, here are 3 items that must be in your suitcase to make your vacation easier:

1. Pouch and Toiletries

Toiletries are shower and self-care supplies that you must bring when traveling. Although hotels or villas usually provide a variety of toiletries such as shampoo and soap, you should still be on guard to bring your own toiletries, especially for those of you who have sensitive skin that requires special toiletries. To make it more practical, you can put toiletries such as shampoo, soap, conditioner, body lotion, and other toiletries you need into smaller bottles, so that your suitcase or bag is not too heavy. Make sure the traveling bottles you use are of good quality, so they won't easily leak and spill on the way. Labeling each toiletries bottle can also be a tip to make it easier for you to find and identify the toiletries you need. To make it more practical, you can also put the traveling toiletries bottles into a small or medium-sized pouch. The pouch will help you keep the toiletries neat and uncluttered, and can also keep the bottles from leaking.

You can buy travel size toiletries bottles with pouches at various traveling supply stores, such as Tokopedia SOPRA. SOPRA currently comes with toiletries bottles with pouches made of high-quality plastic material that is durable and does not leak easily. These bottles are also equipped with a tight lid to keep the toiletries hygienic. The pouch is also large enough to hold all the toiletries you need. This package also comes with bottle labels that you can use to make it easier for you to identify your toiletries. The travel size toiletries bottle with pouch from SOPRA can be one of the right choices for those of you who want to travel more comfortably and practically

2. Adapter and Power Plug

When traveling, of course we can't get away from electronic gadgets. Be it smartphones, laptops, tablets, or cameras. So, it's no surprise that when we arrive at the inn, one of the first things we look for is a power outlet. However, unfortunately some lodgings, such as hostels or budget hotels, often provide limited sockets and may not be enough for your electronic gadgets. In fact, some lodgings only provide one power outlet in each room.  To make your sleep and rest more comfortable and avoid the anxiety of electronic gadgets that are not fully charged, you can bring 2 to 5 head sockets so that you can recharge several electronic devices at once, such as cellphones, laptops, and cameras.

If you are planning to go on a vacation abroad, you should first research and identify the types of sockets in the place or country you are going to, before you leave. Because, it turns out that abroad there are various types of sockets that are different from the types of sockets in Indonesia. For example, in Indonesia, it is common to use type C and F sockets that are two-pin round. This type of socket is also often found in Korea and Europe. Meanwhile, Singapore and Malaysia use type G in the form of 3 pins, Japan and Thailand use 2 flat pins. So that you can still use the socket during your trip abroad, make sure you bring a socket with an electric head adapter according to the type of socket in the country you are going to.

3. Travel Vacuum Bag

Travel vacuum bags are vacuum bags that can be used to shrink the size of clothes and other items. This item is perfect for those of you who plan to travel for a long period of time, and bring a lot of clothes.  For those of you who want to travel abroad during winter, this item is one of the obligations that you need to bring because with a travel vacuum bag, your thick clothes can instantly become 10 times thinner and much lighter with this item. This item is also very suitable for those of you who like and plan to shop a lot in the place you are visiting. This is because a travel vacuum bag will help you save space in your traveling bag or suitcase, so you have more room for your purchases. In addition, a travel vacuum bag can also protect your clothes and belongings from water and dust, so your clothes will stay clean and fragrant until the next time you wear them. 

When you plan to use a travel vacuum bag, there are a few things you should consider such as the quality of the plastic vacuum bag you buy. Make sure that you read the reviews of the vacuum bag you buy to make sure that the plastic quality of your vacuum bag is not too thin and easily torn. Also, if you want to use a vacuum bag, make sure you bring a vacuum pump to suck out the air in the vacuum bag. You can use a manual pump, but it is more advisable to use an electric vacuum pump to save time and effort. 

Those are the 3 must-have items in your suitcase to make your vacation easier. By preparing the right items and packing neatly, your traveling will become easier and more enjoyable. Hopefully your vacation goes smoothly and pleasantly. Happy holidays!

Author : Fiona Aurelia