{"id":22927,"date":"2018-06-08T10:06:09","date_gmt":"2018-06-08T08:06:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/?p=22927\/"},"modified":"2021-09-08T12:13:31","modified_gmt":"2021-09-08T10:13:31","slug":"10-things-travel-first-aid-kit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/en\/10-things-travel-first-aid-kit\/","title":{"rendered":"These 10 things shouldn&#8217;t be missing from your travel first-aid kit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I&#8217;m not saying anything new to seasoned travellers: the first-aid kit is a central piece of your equipment, if not the most important thing in your suitcase. But what must go with you?<\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;ve unpacked my travel kit for you to give you some insight on which items you shouldn&#8217;t leave behind while on holiday.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22755\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22755\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-22757 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/first-aid-kit.jpg\" alt=\"Travel first-aid kit\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/first-aid-kit.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/first-aid-kit-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/first-aid-kit-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/first-aid-kit-570x570.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/first-aid-kit-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/first-aid-kit-700x700.jpg 700w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/first-aid-kit-240x240.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22755\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Helpful products are always at hand in the first-aid kit<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e7e7ef7d920\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e7e7ef7d920\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/en\/10-things-travel-first-aid-kit\/#1_The_ultimate_must-have_for_a_travel_kit_painkillers\" >1. The ultimate must-have for a travel kit: painkillers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/en\/10-things-travel-first-aid-kit\/#2_Finally_peace%E2%80%A6_Earplugs_in_world_out\" >2. Finally peace&#8230; Earplugs in, world out<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/en\/10-things-travel-first-aid-kit\/#3_Everything_for_the_stomach\" >3. Everything for the stomach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/en\/10-things-travel-first-aid-kit\/#4_Relief_for_insect_bites_sunburn_etc\" >4. Relief for insect bites, sunburn, etc.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/en\/10-things-travel-first-aid-kit\/#5_Stay_on_the_safe_side_with_sunscreen\" >5. Stay on the safe side with sunscreen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/en\/10-things-travel-first-aid-kit\/#6_An_important_issue_Disinfection\" >6. An important issue: Disinfection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/en\/10-things-travel-first-aid-kit\/#7_Cold_and_sore_throat\" >7. Cold and sore throat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/en\/10-things-travel-first-aid-kit\/#8_Bandages_bandages\" >8. Bandages, bandages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/en\/10-things-travel-first-aid-kit\/#9_%E2%80%A6and_again_bandages\" >9. &#8230;and again bandages!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/en\/10-things-travel-first-aid-kit\/#10_Other_useful_travel_companions\" >10. Other useful travel companions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/en\/10-things-travel-first-aid-kit\/#One_last_tip\" >One last tip<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_ultimate_must-have_for_a_travel_kit_painkillers\"><\/span>1. The ultimate must-have for a travel kit: painkillers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Oh, how many times I&#8217;ve experienced this! After a long flight, I finally arrive at the hotel and this stinging pain spreads between my eyes. Headaches, probably triggered by flight stress. Even on an otherwise relaxed trip, headaches can be an unpleasant companion. For such moments, I always have a few painkillers in my first-aid kit and I advise you to pack some before the trip.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Finally_peace%E2%80%A6_Earplugs_in_world_out\"><\/span>2. Finally peace&#8230; Earplugs in, world out<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Earplugs are a useful ally, not only on long, overnight flights. When I travel, I always have a small pack of them in my first-aid kit, and so far I&#8217;ve been able to use it almost every time. The noise-muffling is especially helpful in full trains or buses, but also for peaceful sleep in the hotel room. So you can start the new day relaxed, even with loud neighbors!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Everything_for_the_stomach\"><\/span>3. Everything for the stomach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even if I have a strong stomach, I still have a fast-acting remedy for diarrhea. Especially with foreign, exotic destinations, you can&#8217;t always be sure how seriously hygiene is taken. Foods that are unknown or too spicy can also make your stomach rumble. That&#8217;s why I recommend you play it safe. Additionally, you should pack a remedy for heartburn just in case. Especially on holiday, I tend to eat at least one serving too much and I&#8217;m sure one or two of you are doing the same \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Relief_for_insect_bites_sunburn_etc\"><\/span>4. Relief for insect bites, sunburn, etc.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Everyone knows: After the first night in a holiday destination, I always wake up with mosquito bites and the itchy spots stay with me the whole day. Pretty annoying! I find relief in some special ointments that cool the sting and at the same time have a decongestant effect. The products from the pharmacy not only work against mosquito bites, but also jellyfish stings, sunburn, and general skin irritations.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22771\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22771\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-22773 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunblock.jpg\" alt=\"Sunscreen on knee in heart shape\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunblock.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunblock-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunblock-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunblock-570x570.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunblock-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunblock-700x700.jpg 700w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sunblock-240x240.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22771\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Take enough sunscreen on a beach holiday<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Stay_on_the_safe_side_with_sunscreen\"><\/span>5. Stay on the safe side with sunscreen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If, like me, you have more of the Nordic skin type, you must always provide adequate protection for your skin. Too quickly, the skin can be overwhelmed by strong sunlight and react with a painful sunburn. Also, be sure to use a higher SPF for the face, as the skin around the eyes is much more sensitive than the rest of the body. A little tip from me: For final care, I also have Apr\u00e8s Sun with moisturising aloe vera in my first-aid kit.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_An_important_issue_Disinfection\"><\/span>6. An important issue: Disinfection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You should observe a certain level of hygiene, and not only in exotic countries. Disinfection prevents the transmission of pathogens, which can lurk, for example, on public toilets or the handrails in the bus. Most of the germs are transmitted through the hands by touching things and then touching the face. A small travel vial with hand sanitiser will help you protect your holiday and shouldn&#8217;t be missing from any travel kit.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Cold_and_sore_throat\"><\/span>7. Cold and sore throat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Have you ever arrived on holiday and gone to bed the same evening with a slight cold? This is unfortunately quite common! Often, on holiday, a cold happens because the body has to adapt first. Frequently, viruses are spread in aircraft, and your body must fight against that. To help with the process, you can take an antipyretic drug and also a few zinc and vitamin tablets that you can get at the pharmacy. Since I always get a sore throat first, I also have a few bags of warm lemon and sage lozenges in my first-aid kit.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_22767\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22767\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-22769 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pflaster.jpg\" alt=\"Different bandages for a travel first-aid kit\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pflaster.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pflaster-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pflaster-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pflaster-570x570.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pflaster-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pflaster-700x700.jpg 700w, https:\/\/blog.tui-blue.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pflaster-240x240.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-22767\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bandages in many varieties are an important travel companion<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Bandages_bandages\"><\/span>8. Bandages, bandages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In every travel first-aid kit, a variety of bandages should be present, because if you like hiking as much as I do, you can get scratches of all sizes. If you want to go swimming on holiday, you should also have a selection of waterproof bandages. In drugstores or pharmacies, there are usually small, prepackaged bandage sets available with assorted shapes and sizes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_%E2%80%A6and_again_bandages\"><\/span>9. &#8230;and again bandages!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bandages for blisters are another point for me, because these useful helpers have already saved some of my holidays. You don&#8217;t just blister when you wear new shoes on holiday. Water and sweat softens the skin and makes it more sensitive. So even comfortable hiking boots or the old sandals can become a torture chamber for the feet. Therefore, a clear recommendation from me: pack enough blister bandages.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Other_useful_travel_companions\"><\/span>10. Other useful travel companions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Last but not least, I recommend you pack some utensils in your first-aid kit that can prove to be useful helpers during your holiday. For example, I always have tweezers on hand for pulling out annoying thorns. Even insect stingers can be removed easily. A small pair of scissors always proves useful on my travels too, as does a nail file.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"One_last_tip\"><\/span>One last tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As a final tip, I recommend that you check your first-aid kit before each new trip. Check if the medications are still good and if there are enough products like bandages. So you have enough time to replenish your stock.<\/p>\n<p>Do you now have a well-stocked first-aid kit and don&#8217;t know where to go? I recommend you one of the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tui-blue.com\">TUI BLUE hotels<\/a>, where you&#8217;ll most likely need a remedy for bloating because you won&#8217;t be able to get enough of the delicious food \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The first-aid kit is an important companion on your holiday. 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