Our Travel Top 10: Snacks, Beauty Products & Much More!

Jetting off soon? Thrive while you’re away from home with this curated list of travel essentials.

In this post-pandemic world, there are a few things we know for sure. The world is there to be explored, memories are cherished, and our immunity should always be a priority.

If you’re heading on a long-awaited holiday soon, be sure to pack plenty of snacks with probiotics, vitamin C and ginger, as well as goodies to fight germs and keep you happy and healthy.

These are the 10 products you’ll always find stashed in our carry on.

#1 Wot Not Travel Wipes (With Travel Case)

Traveling with a little one in tow? As every parent knows, you can never have enough baby wipes on hand to clean up spills and make change time run smoother. There are a few things to look for when choosing the best organic baby wipes: soft, moisturising and packaged in a way where they don’t dry out.

Enter: Wot Not Travel Wipes, which come in a handy refillable hard case, so you can easily pop in a new packet if you’re traveling for a longer period of time. The wipes are packed with all-natural ingredients like aloe vera and vitamin E to nourish your bub’s skin, plus they’re cut in a convenient, extra-large size. Another feel good factor? They’re biodegradable to prevent unnecessary waste, making them very environmentally-friendly.

#2 Nelson Naturals Crush & Brush Toothpaste Tablets

Whether you’re travelling by plane, hopping on a train or heading on a road trip, the quickest way to feel less “bleh” is by freshening up. That’s where the Nelson Naturals Crush & Brush Toothpaste Tablets in Mint come in.

They’re designed to be used in place of toothpaste, and we’re obsessed with how easy they make it to brush on the go! They’re mess-free, portable and twice the size of other toothpaste tablets on the market.

The tablets are portioned to match the amount of liquid toothpaste you’d normally swipe onto your brush, so one tablet will leave you feeling squeaky clean and minty fresh — without fluoride and other nasties. Plus, the chic glass jar will look great on your Airbnb/hotel/motel’s bathroom shelf.

#3 Funday Sweets Raspberry Flavoured Gummy Frogs

At GoodnessMe, we love finding healthy alternatives to nostalgic foods so we can keep enjoying them. Gummy frogs are high on the list of our childhood comfort foods, which is why we love the Funday Sweets Raspberry Flavoured Gummy Frogs.

These all-natural red frogs are not only bursting with juicy flavour, but they’re full of nutrient-rich ingredients like chicory root, coconut oil and beeswax. You won’t find added sugar or sugar alcohols on the label, so there’s no need to worry about “crashing” a few hours after eating them.

The best bit: FUNDAY’s gummies are loaded with prebiotic fibre to help keep your gut healthy and happy while you’re away.

#4 Proper Crisps in Marlborough Sea Salt

Maybe you’re the kind of person who always chooses salty over sweet, or maybe you’re craving something crunchy. Either way, the Proper Crisps in Marlborough Sea Salt are perfect to keep within easy reach while you’re travelling, aka in the bag under your seat.

Unlike a lot of the big-name brands on the market, these chips are free from filler ingredients and artificial colours and flavours. Instead, they get their flavour from a few simple ingredients, like real potatoes and a little sea salt. That’s it!

They’ll satisfy your cravings for savoury flavours and crunch, and won’t leave you feeling sluggish and bloated like commercial chips often do.

#5 True Gum in Raspberry and Vanilla

Did you know most chewing gum contains plastic? Yep, really. The next time you want to pop a piece of gum post-snack or after a meal, go for the True Gum in Raspberry and Vanilla.

This gum is free from plastic and artificial berry flavours that taste anything but natural. You’ll taste fresh raspberry and a hint of vanilla — and we bet your travel buddies will be begging you to save them a stick!

#6 Gin Gins Ginger Candy - Original

As much as we love travelling, there are some things we didn’t miss over the hazy pandemic years — like nausea from choppy plane or boat rides.

Ginger is amazing for settling and soothing the stomach and keeping the digestive fire burning, so it’s a travel must-have. Along with throwing a few ginger tea bags into your carry-on, the Gin Gins Ginger Candy - Original are a great natural alternative to anti-nausea medicine.

Made with 10% fresh, sustainably farmed ginger, these ginger candies offer relief and a treat rolled into one. They’re organic, vegan and free from GMOs, gluten and anything artificial, so they won’t upset your “travel tummy.”

#7 C Organic Coconut Water

It’s so important to stay hydrated while you’re travelling, and coconut water works double-duty as it has electrolytes. These hydrate the body fast, which is why athletes often rely on electrolyte-rich drinks for a hit of energy.

C Organic Coconut Water is our top pick, and it doesn’t need to be refrigerated, making it perfect for long trips. As Australia’s first 100% organic coconut water, it contains not one, but five essential electrolytes: sodium, magnesium, calcium, potassium and phosphorus. It’s free from additives, cholesterol, fat and added sugars, which sets it apart from other electrolyte-based drinks on the market.

#8 Hab Shifa ImmuneQ with Vitamin C & Zinc

While we can’t always control getting sick, there are things we can do to boost our immunity and ward off the common cold and flu. During travel, our immune system can be compromised, so it’s even more important to protect our immune systems however we can.

The GoodnessMe team are huge fans of the Hab Shifa ImmuneQ with Vitamin C & Zinc tablets. This supplement combines a range of therapeutically active ingredients to support the body’s immune response.. Black seed is a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory ingredient, while zinc reduces oxidative stress and speeds up recovery. Finally, vitamin C works to ease the symptoms of colds, flus and upper respiratory tract infections. Thanks to the tablets’ formulation, these vitamins and minerals are bioavailable, meaning they’re easily absorbed by the body.

#9 Acure Deodorant Stick in Lemon Verbena

Let’s be real: when you’re in transit, you might not have as much access to a hot shower or bath as you’d like. And when you get to your destination, you’ll likely be walking and doing a lot more activity than you do some days at home.

To stay fresh as you navigate city streets or go from the beach to the boardwalk, stash a deodorant in your handbag. Acure Deodorant Stick in Lemon Verbena is vegan and aluminum-free, and glides on smoothly to leave you with a lemony fresh scent. It’s suitable for sensitive skin, and full of skin-loving ingredients like coconut oil, shea butter and vitamin E.

#10 Saba Organics Hand Sanitiser - Scent-Free

While we’re busy keeping it real, it’s no secret that we can’t sanitise our hands enough during these post-pandemic days. Saba Organics Hand Sanitiser - Scent-Free is an absolute must-have whenever you’re on the go.

The natural and certified organic hand sanitiser is proven to kill 99.9% of germs without the help of harsh chemicals and artificial fragrances. It’s also free from essential oils, making it suitable for sensitive or easily irritated skin.

With beautiful, plant-based ingredients, this sanitiser leaves your hands feeling nourished, not striped and dry. Trust us, you’ll want to spritz your hands every chance you get.