Joanna James
Making your way to Melbourne, Australia? Then here is a list of a few essential items to take along with you, that will ensure that you enjoy a hassle-free and convenient trip.
A key piece of travel gear that is a must when travelling to places like Melbourne is a good quality and comfortable sun hat is, which you will definitely need during exploring. It will provide extra protection from the sun and the blazing heat and will keep you cool. As a plus point, it will help you look quite stylish if you pick one that is in trend yet practical.
If you are heading to the beach, it is important to choose a sunscreen that is free of harsh and damaging chemicals for the health of the aquatic environment. Do keep in mind that on some beaches, it is actually mandatory that the kind of sunscreen you apply is reef safe to avoid causing damage to an already endangered and fragile aquatic ecosystem.
The good news is Melbourne is a great option for tourists and adventures year-round. However, this popular travel destination is famous for experiencing four seasons in a day. So do make sure to pack plenty of layers. Bathing suits, comfortable tank tops, and shorts are a must. For the evening light sweaters and shawls will be great. When packing does keep in mind that the seasons and weather are the opposite in the southern hemisphere, with January being the hottest month of the year, and July the coldest.
If you're using only a carry-on for your trip, make sure to pack all your toiletries in a travel size pack. When it comes to toiletries, the less you pack will be better. Many a hotel near Melbourne including those the likes of Avani Melbourne Central Residences offers guests complimentary toiletries including shampoos, conditioners, and more. When travelling always make sure to pack along band-aids, motion sickness tablets, acetaminophen, aspirin, and diarrhea tablets. Keeping a small plastic or zip-lock bag filled with all these items permanently in your travel luggage is a good idea.
Given that you will be exploring the city, you will probably walk an average of eight miles a day, so good quality and comfortable shoes are a definite must. Lightweight sneakers, sandals, and dressy pair of loafers, dress shoes, or heels are a good variety to pack. Do try to pack everything in the same colour scheme so you will match and look put together effortlessly. When choosing which sneakers to take along, opting for a pair of lightweight black sneakers will be a good way to hide dirt. Also opting for a pair of sneakers that has a mesh on top, will help fit them easily in your bag.
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