Sometimes unexpected things happen during a trip. It is therefore very wise to prepare yourself before traveling. In this way you prevent yourself from ending up in difficult situations without the necessary equipment. There are some essential items that you should always have with you, such as Skincare and sunscreen. When traveling you are often outside and exposed to the sun. With the right skin care, your skin will not burn and you are protected against dirt and other factors that can cause damage. But what else do you need?
Prepared for anything
Anything can happen on a trip. For example, if you are barbecuing at a campsite in Spain, it is smart to take things with you in case something goes wrong. An accident can happen, and if you accidentally burn yourself it can be useful to have a cream for the pain and a lotion for the pain. Little Wonderland to soothe your skin. It is also wise to bring plasters and bandages with you, in case you cut or injure yourself. Not everyone is a fan of plasters, but you should bring them with you in case you have a wound that bleeds more than you expect.
Medication just in case
If you go to eat in another country, the food there may be different from what you are used to. Sometimes that can cause problems, such as getting sick during your trip. That is why it is useful to be prepared. For example, take paracetamol with you, a type of medicine that helps with pain and fever. If you know that you get sick easily during travel, for example if you suffer from motion sickness, it is smart to also take medicines for this. You never know for sure what can happen, and it would be a pity if you were stubborn and left the medicines at home. Sometimes eating abroad can cause your stomach and intestines to get upset. That can be annoying. To prevent you from drying out and ruining your holiday, it is wise to also bring ORS. That is a powder that you can dissolve in water. It helps to maintain your fluid balance and to continue your holiday without any worries. This is also very useful for diarrhea or vomiting. Very useful in case you are not feeling well during your trip.
Well prepared for the road
It's a good idea to always bring some supplies to prevent insects from stinging you and to know how to deal with them if they do. This is especially important if you enjoy going into the woods. If you go to the forest, it is useful to bring a special pen for removing ticks. It is also smart to have things with you to treat insect bites, such as when you get stung by a wasp. If you make a set with all this stuff in it, you don't have to look long if something is wrong. Everything is then easily within reach.
So think about:
- Skin care products
- Sunscreen
- Burn ointment or gel Lotion to soothe the skin
- Plasters in different sizes
- Association
- Paracetamol
- Medications for motion sickness
- ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution) powder for fluid balance
- Tick remover (for safe removal of ticks)
- Medications prescribed by a doctor (e.g., epinephrine auto-injector for allergic reactions)
But also:
- Sterile gauze pads
- Adhesive plaster
- Disinfectant (e.g. iodine or alcohol)
- cotton wool
- Bandage roll (elastic and non-elastic)
- Triangular cloth (for making a sling)
- Safety pins
- Scissors
- Tweezers
- Latex gloves
- Soap or disinfectant wipes
- Eye wash
- Antiseptic ointment
- blister plasters
- First aid scissors with rounded tip
