Packing for a long weekend away in sun is never easy but packing with a teenage girl takes it to a whole new level. Seriously, every time I look in the two bags we’ve put to one side for our packing, there’s something else in there that I need to take out!
Here’s a few of the things we’ve argued about debated so far….
1. A pillow
Yes, an actual pillow has been taken out and put back in it’s rightful place on her bed.
2. A blanket
Taking up half the bag was a blanket which again, is now back on her bed!
3. Bath bombs
Even if they made the journey in one piece and didn’t crumble everywhere, we only have a shower in the hotel we’re staying at.
4. A packet of Oreos
I’m pretty sure they do biscuits where we’re going!
5. A (large) selection of hand sanitisers
As much as I support cleanliness at any time, I don’t think that there’s a need to take four bottles of hand sanitiser all in different flavours.
6. A selfie stick
This is not a holiday essential. Ever.
7. Three different phone case covers
We’re only going for four nights so I think one may well be enough.
8. Hair straighteners AND curling wand
Like she’s going to want to do anything to her hair other than just tie it up when it’s 25 c.
9.A makeup bag bigger than my hand luggage
I’ve told her what she can’t fit in my small makeup bag isn’t allowed to come. It’s currently full to the point where I don’t think the zip is going to hold out until we get there.
10. Two spare battery packs for her phone – all charged and ready to go.
I’m pretty sure that the hotel has electricity and that there’ll be plugs in the room where we can charge our phones.
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Traveling is amazing suggestion and it is wonderful experience. These are amazing tips for teens, they absolutely no need to take these things on holiday. Thanks for sharing these excellent tips!!!!
This is very informative and useful. Teens should not take these things on holiday. Thanks for sharing great information!!!!
These are great tips! Thank you for sharing valuable information! Great keep going on!!!
Ha ha I love this, so funny! I guess at least she's thinking about what she wants to take – mine are younger but I have to pack EVERYTHING so a bit of input would be great – although maybe not hair straighteners and curling wand!!
haha yes! Mine cant travel without spare phone battery packs and several hair stylers – but as she is almost 20 she has to carry it, and pay for extra luggage if it comes up – so that is up to her!
I used to bring all these whenever we were on a holiday trip. These ended up unused. Haha!
I am with Miss F, she needs a selfie stick and hand sanitizers. I will say anything as long as both of you bring me back something nice!
Oh wow, I am definitely not looking forward to the teenage years! Love that the selfie stick is considered essential, lol
If i am honest if the hubby let me away with it I would take my own pillow lol.
Pillow and blankets? Wow! That's taking everything with you – she clearly hasn't got the concept of travelling light.
I have to admit that hubby and I take our pillows when we travel and I know both my adult daughters do to. I can not get on with other pillows even Premier Inns
I don't have a teenage girl yet, just a teenage son and he'd rather go to his dad's than come on holiday with us!
Oh wow- it's like my teenage daughter! She takes a pillow and blanket too if we are driving somewhere as she likes to get cosy in the car! I put my foot down at pillows if aeroplane travel is involved though!!
hahaha! Teenagers are funny things…
Enjoy your holiday x