There’s no need to resort to soap on a rope with these affordable gifts
Looking for other clever travel gifts?
We have the Getaway choice of gifts for him here.
There is a selection of travel gifts for the lucky ladies here.
And there’s some great presents for the little explorers too.
Stop and lock luggage scale
R99
For the traveller who has everything, but can’t stick to luggage allowances. It’s easy to read and measures up to 34kg.
Griffin dual USB car charger
R89
Ensure your gadgets are powered up with this USB port charger – small enough to leave in the cubbyhole.
The K-Way Tech Ranger floppy hat
R120
It won’t lose shape when tucked into the corner of your luggage or scrunched in your pocket. It offers protection from UV rays.
On-the-go coffee and tea plunger
R89,95
An unusual gadget, this small filter works really well and has a pump device to control brew strength.
Applecore cable organiser
R20
This little do-hickey wraps up loose wires for storage and prevents them getting stretched or broken.
Bright Idea
Buy a membership for audio books at Listeners Library. Available on CD and delivered anywhere in SA.
R122,50, Listeners Library
Cape Union Mart picnic roll-up rug
R140
A comfortable spread that rolls up into a compact parcel. The plastic underside won’t pick up thorns or burrs.
Magic Wallet
R140
Made from 90 percent reclaimed leather material, this wallet forces you to keep cards and coins to a minimum, making it a slim alternative to bulky purses.
Lemon-water bottle
R109,95
This 580 ml glass water bottle has a built-in lemon squeezer for fresh citrus-flavoured water on the go. Lemon is said to revitalise a worn traveller and freshen breath.
Diamond-shaped kite
R139,95
Construct a colourful kite and fly it with your kids on a windy beach day. Keep in mind the fabric won’t survive a hard crash.
Berry-coloured kikoi
R119,95
So many uses for an explorer – clothing, emergency sling, window shade in the car or a beach blanket.
Anti-mozzie soap
R50 for box of two
Ward off pesky mosquitoes with this sweet-smelling soap that contains citronella, tea tree oil and lemongrass. Safe for kids to use.
Bright idea
Get a year-long digital Getaway subscription for travel inspiration – available for computer, mobile phone or tablet.
R139 (tel 021-530-8001, www.getaway.co.za) or a 12-month print subscription for R296.
