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Travel Essentials Your Teens Will Need For A Smooth Vacay

Nov 9, 2021 | Travel | 0 Comments | 459

As things start to open up, a getaway sounds tempting, doesn’t it?  If you are planning to take your teens along, make sure that you pack up on the essentials so that the vacation is comfortable for everyone. Carrying a proper hiking bag, or the right shoes are important for you and your kids as the different climate and terrain may injure you if proper equipment is not used. Additionally, due to the pandemic, having proper sanitization equipment is super important too! Here’s a checklist so you’ve got everything you need for that upcoming vacation: 

Sanitization Equipment- This is probably the most important part of your teen’s travel bag- proper sanitization equipment. Be sure to pack a well-fitted mask, if your teen is fond of patterns and colors, we love this one for them! Be sure to carry a pack of surgical masks just in case.  Kids love to explore when visiting new places, especially teens who love to go out on nature walks and photo walks, make sure they are protected by packing a travel-friendly sanitizer that they can easily carry in their pockets.  Exploring and discovering new places can get quite tiring, and even sweaty! Make sure to pack some anti-microbial towels to keep your teen germ-free! 

Hoodies- Teens love hoodies! And why not? They are comfortable, trendy and keep them warm during a chilly evening at a scenic mountain top. Make sure to pack a lot of hoodies in their travel bags, as teens prefer hoodies to itchy sweaters, and it keeps them warm and protected against the drafty and chilly breeze if you plan on going to a hill station for your vacation. There are so many options for hoodies for teens, you can get them in different colors, logos, or even characters from their comics or movies. If your teen is a Potterhead, they will surely love this bright-colored hoodie from Marks&Spencer. Your Marvel Comics-obsessed teen will truly appreciate this Thor hoodie! For supreme style and comfort, we love this  Star Wars-themed soft-sweatshirt material hoodie from H&M! 

Mountain Hiking Essentials– Is your teen going out hiking this season? As exciting as it is for them, make sure they have the proper equipment and safety wear for this activity. Here’s what your teen needs for a fun and safe mountain hiking experience- 

• Proper sun protection equipment like a 30 SPF+ sunscreen, safety goggles, and sun-safe clothing.
• A headlamp for the night.
• A sleeping bag, or tent depending on the accommodation. 
• Hiking Pants and comfortable clothes for long hiking.
• Proper shoes so walking on uneven terrain is comfortable.
• Proper hiking bag, to comfortably carry all essentials.
• A first aid kit for emergencies.
• Hiking jackets and outerwear for extra protection during extreme weather conditions.

Snacks- At a growing age, teens are constantly hungry and may reach out for unhealthy options to satisfy those hunger pangs. Make sure to pack a lot of snacks and healthy options in your travel bag to make sure your teens have healthier options in between car rides and sightseeing. We love a bag of trail mix, which has the right proportions of nuts and raisins, a healthy mix of protein and anti-oxidants which your kids will love! We also love these healthy alternatives to well-known snacks, check out these yummy options for makhana and chips.  For sweet treats, opt for these healthy chocolate-dipped cookies. 

Books and Games- Long car rides and journey time can get quite boring for teens, make sure you keep them entertained with fun games and books during the ride. Pack a board game or the classic game of Uno to involve the entire fam! Teens can get hooked on their screens and phones during these times, make sure that they are spending some time offscreen making memories with the entire family, with a fun game of Monopoly, or catch up on some reading with their favorite books!