SMART TRAVELLER
K IT LI S T FAMILY TRAVEL
Whether your kids are water babies or sun worshippers, these essentials will make coast and river trips more convenient, fun and care-free
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1 BEACH POWDER
This eco-friendly sand-removing powder acts like talcum powder, but is made with plant and mineral powders that are kinder to the environment. It absorbs the residual moisture that makes sand stick to the skin after splashing in the sea. Developed on the Isle of Man, it comes in natural or shimmer versions, both subtly scented like vanilla ice cream. £10.99.
beachpowder.co.uk
2 DRYROBE ADVANCE KIDS
SHORT SLEEVE Whether camping, on a surfi ng trip or exploring a windy beach, kids with this snuggly dryrobe will have no cause for complaints of the cold. Made with recycled fabrics, the oversized design makes it easy to change out of wet swimmers, while the inner fl eece lining wicks water away from the skin. The short- sleeved version is perfect for active kids. From £90.
dryrobe.com
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3 YETI HOPPER M12 SOFT
BACKPACK COOLER This hands-free cool bag is the perfect carry-all for family picnics. Its padded back support and double-stitched straps and handles make it easy for wearers to shoulder up to 5.4kg of ice or lunch on the go. Powerful magnets create a leak-resistant, snap-lock closure and there’s an outer pocket to store keys, wallets and phones. £275.
uk.yeti.com
4 DOCK & BAY KIDS TOWEL Made from 100% recycled materials, this fun towel comes in 15 bright colourways that are guaranteed to stand out by the beach or pool. It dries up to three times faster than standard cotton versions and features a handy elasticated hook for hang-drying. Other bonuses include the packaway bag and lightweight design. From £24.
uk.dockandbay.com
NATIONALGEOGRAPHIC.COM/TRAVEL
5 ERGOBABY OMNI BREEZE
BABY CARRIER This carrier’s breathable SoftFlex mesh ensures plenty of airfl ow, making it a comfortable essential whether you’re hiking or trying to get your baby to sleep on a hot beach day. It’s suitable for newborns to toddlers, with four diff erent carrying positions, and has padded shoulder straps, side pockets and a nifty storage pouch. £184.90.
ergobaby.co.uk
6 SEVYLOR MADISON
INFLATABLE KAYAK Constructed from lightweight but hardy tarpaulin, this watercraft weighs just over 15kg, making it easy to cart around in its carry case. It also has a paddle holder, to enable hands-free splashing about, and two removeable seat supports, so you can convert it into a one-seater when your child is confi dent enough to paddle solo. £299.99.
sevylor-europe.com
7 SUNNYLIFE UNDERWATER
CAMERA Get children interested in marine life with this retro point-and-shoot underwater camera. It comes in a range of colourful patterns and is reusable: simply load it with a 35mm negative fi lm roll, snap the detachable case closed and away you go. The wrist strap prevents kids losing it underwater, and it works up to a depth of three metres. £22.
uk.sunnylife.com
8 VIVOBAREFOOT ULTRA
BLOOM JUNIORS Rock-pooling, river wading and shingle beach outings are made far more comfortable with these durable water shoes. The Velcro fastening makes it easy for kids to get them on and off independently, and their ultra-lightweight, quick-drying materials mean kids can run wild while feeling like they’re barefoot. £65.
vivobarefoot.com
WORDS: LORNA PARKES
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