Travel tip
Pack a universal adapter and a small power strip.
Hotel rooms rarely have enough sockets for a family. Check the forecast a week out — evenings are often cooler than the daily high suggests.

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Travel tip
Hotel rooms rarely have enough sockets for a family. Check the forecast a week out — evenings are often cooler than the daily high suggests.
Read the full list first, or use it straight away and adjust it to your trip.
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Don't forget
A compact, waterproof hard-shell first aid kit with plasters, wipes and essentials, organised so you can find things fast.
Scraped knees and small cuts always happen when the nearest pharmacy is closed. This kit is small enough for a day bag and neatly organised, so you're not rummaging when a child is crying. Add your own painkillers and prescriptions.
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