During last summer we have been testing a number of hand-held battery-powered electric fans, trying to find one that really does deliver a good cooling effect, but have been disappointed with all until now. However, we have just completed tests on a product called the EasyAcc. We were pleased to find that this fan really […]

If you are looking for a little help when deciding what to take on your holiday, there are numerous packing list apps available, we have chosen PackPoint, which is free to download (basic version) and available for both Android and iOS (the premium version is £2.49). PackPoint builds your packing list according to your gender, […]

Keeping your clothes clean in your suitcase is important, so a shoe bag is a useful accessory to avoid dirt ending up on your packed valuables. We have chosen the Misslo shoe bags, as they have received high ratings from buyers and are at a reasonable cost of around £17.50 for four. Keeping shoes dry is […]

We’ve all been faced with the problem of needing to wash some clothes on holiday, but having to go to the local supermarket and purchase a bottle or box of detergent. Then we leave most of it in the room when the holiday is over! The alternative is to take fabric wash with you, in […]

Whether for days on the beach or out and about sightseeing, a good sturdy backpack is, in our view, an essential item to have on holiday. There is a multitude of backpacks on the market, but after trawling through those available, we chose out of the many, the ‘Vintage Casual Canvas Leather Backpack’, on offer […]

One of the world’s smallest steam irons, the Duronic Si2 compact travel iron is strong enough for everyday use at home, yet lightweight and compact for taking along with you on holiday. When trying to iron in and around pockets and pleats, the Duronic, with its tiny non-stick soleplate, will get into places bigger irons can’t […]

The days of the dedicated satellite navigation device is fast being overtaken by both Android and IOS navigation apps for smartphones and tablets. One of the best, in our view, is ‘Here Maps’, owned by Nokia, which is free to download and use. The latest ‘HERE WeGo’ aims to be your go-to travel companion, and […]

A power bank is seen by many as a necessity when they rely on their phone being charged up throughout the day. It can also be a useful device to have when travelling, as access to a charging point is not always available. However, there’s a huge selection of products on the market to choose […]

As airlines become more diligent in monitoring passenger luggage weight allowances and rigorous in imposing excess charges on those who transgress, a set of luggage scales has become an essential piece of kit! There are numerous designs on the market, from mechanical analogues to electronic digital devices, with the vast majority being both low-cost and […]

Sadly, the more devices we add to our daily routine, the more chargers we have to take with us on holiday, which can be a bind and also increase the already restricted luggage allowance. The list increases every year, with such items as a phone, tablets, rechargeable cameras, smartwatches, and music players, not to mention […]