The ultimate formula for maintaining wellness while traveling the world starts with a kit that includes these 15 essential wellness products for travel.

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Wellness Products for Travel

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The terms health and wellness are commonly used interchangeably, but there are differences. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.”

According to the WHO, wellness is ” the optimal state of health of individuals and groups.” The WHO considers two focal concerns: the realization of the fullest potential of an individual physically, psychologically, socially, spiritually, and economically, and the fulfillment of one’s role expectations in the family, community, place of worship, and workplace.  

Achieving wellness is ongoing and ever-evolving, a lifestyle that should not change because you are traveling. 

Maintaining the perfect balance between wellness and having too much fun while on vacation is tricky. You don’t have to leave behind all of that hard work in the gym, in the kitchen, and your soul once you set off to travel the world. Add these wellness products for travel to your packing list so you can make wellness a priority without sacrificing the excitement of experiencing the world.

Wellness Products for Travel

1) Essential Oils for travel

Whether you’re a newbie like me or a super-fan, essential oils are a natural way to remedy multiple ailments and comfort issues while traveling.

  • Lavender ~ Multi-use lavender, for jetlag, anxiety, sleep, relaxation. Spray lavender on your pillow at night to help you relax and fall asleep. You can also do the same during long-haul flights, spritz your blanket or pillow (or both).
  • Coconut oil ~ Versatile coconut oil, Use as a makeup remover, moisturizer, for chapped lips, and a detangler for your hair. And the scent is delicious.
  • Ginger Essential Oil ~ For upset tummy and motion sickness.
  • Peppermint Oil ~ Headaches and hangovers. I linked to the roll-on delivery method as it is easy to use on your temples and shoulders when you experience tension.
  • Citronella ~ A natural alternative to insect repellents that use DEET as their primary ingredient.
  • Eucalyptus ~ Eucalyptus oil, another natural bug repellent.
  • Lemon Essential Oil ~ Another multi-use essential oil, used to freshen the air, for acid indigestion and heartburn. My dad always mixed lemon oil, hot water, and honey for me to soothe a sore throat. I am quite sure he slipped a little bourbon in there, too. And one more thing, bugs hate the smell of lemon.
  • Tea Tree Oil ~ Used as an antiseptic for minor wounds, insect repellent, and lice ( I had to use it for this once, yuk).

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    2) For your flight

    Pack a small pouch (like this one) and stock with these goodies: hand sanitizer, sanitizing wipes, toothbrush, toothpaste, moisturizer, and chapstick. I pack these face sheets, too, for an impromptu in-flight facial. My daughter loves this (my husband, too).

    3) Travel First Aid Kit ~ You can purchase a first aid kit from Amazon, or DIY with these items.

    4) Travel Journal ~ Incorporate journaling into your travel day, especially gratitude.

    5) Gym clothes ~ Use for your morning walk, hike, bike ride, and maybe even exploring the town.

    6) Running shoes.

    7) Lightweight exercise gear ~ Pack your jump rope, yoga mat, and resistance bands.

    8) Healthy snacks. ~ Here is a list of nut-free/healthy-ish snacks for when you are on the go.

    9) Reusable water bottle with filter. ~ The LifeStraw Go Water Bottle is a durable, 23-ounce, leak-proof water bottle with a filter that removes 99.9% of waterborne protozoan parasites without chemicals, iodine, or batteries (per Amazon).

    10) Noise-canceling headphones for all. ~ My teenage daughter calls these family canceling headphones; she’s super sweet most of the time.

    11) Blanket scarf, my kids bring their hoodies. Or the World’s Best Fleece Travel Blanket.

    12) Cozy socks or compression socks.

    13) Melatonin, the sleep hormone, is helpful for sleep and the effects of jet lag. This is the liquid version that I use for my kids.

    14) A good novel or Kindle Paperwhite. I prefer holding a hardback book. However, the Kindle Paperwhite has a ton of new features: it is now waterproof, the battery lasts weeks, not hours, and you can pair it with Bluetooth headphones or speakers to listen to your story.

    15) Sunblock and insect repellent with DEET or without (this one can be used on the pups, too).

    Wellness products for travel

    Here are a few quick travel tips: How to make wellness a priority without sacrificing fun.

    Immersing yourself into a vibrant culture, the food, the drinks, the music, the people is the joy of travel, and this is not a bad thing. Do these things and be the best wellness traveler you can be.

    Move Your Body.

    • Do something active with your family every day. I don’t mean to pack your day and completely exhaust your family and yourself. Then no one will like you. It’s happened to me more than once. Just make sure that part of your day involves movement. Think kayaking, snorkeling, hiking, horseback riding, bike riding, or walking.
    • The best mode of transportation is to walk. Walking is the best way to immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, scents, and feels of a city.
    • Pack your gym clothes. Buy some new outfits for your trip; new stuff always makes you feel good.
    • Ninja tip: Wear your running shoes on travel day.
    • Bring a yoga mat. There are plenty of fold-up options that fit snugly in your luggage.
    • Bring along a jump rope and resistance bands for fitness.
    • Here are a few hotel room workouts that you can do anywhere, and you don’t need equipment.

    Nutrition.

    • Pack healthy snacks (Dried fruit, power bars, pretzels) 
    • Shop for a few pre-made healthy breakfasts and leave in the fridge. Greek yogurt with berries and granola. Premade oatmeal that only requires hot water. Power bars. Fruit. These can also double as a nighttime snack.
    • Here is a list of nut-free/healthy-ish snack ideas for travel.

    Hydrate.

    • Carry a Refillable Water Bottle. Sip on it all day.
    • Avoid too many caffeinated beverages.
    • Drink alcohol in moderation.

    Relax.

    • Meditate.
    • Journal.
    • Read a book.
    • Spend time sitting outdoors in peace.
    • Grab a glass of Champagne and chill (my personal favorite).

    Get your sleep.

    • Continue your nighttime ritual while on vacation. Take a shower or bath, put on your PJs, cozy socks and a hoodie, write in your journal, read a book, be quiet, and peaceful.
    • Avoid too much alcohol as this can interfere with restorative sleep and leave you tired the next day.
    • Spritz your pillow with lavender.
    • Sip on Chamomile Tea.
    • Keep your room cool (between 60-67 degrees Fahrenheit).
    • Use Melatonin if necessary.
    • Learn more about a peaceful slumber while on vacation here.

    Here is a checklist so you don’t forget any of your wellness products for travel.

    Travel Wellness Products

    It is tempting to indulge in new experiences and new places, but it can be tiring and take a toll on your physical and emotional energy. Maintaining wellness is absolutely possible with a few travel wellness products and quick and simple tips, plus merely living it up in moderation.

    Stay healthy.

    Travel safe.

    And send me pictures.

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