Top 20 cool and unusual travel accessories

Heading away and wondering what cool travel accessories to pack? To save you some stress and last minute panic-packing we thought we’d give you a leg up with these 20 fantastic cool and unique travel accessories to stuff into your backpack or suitcase on your next trip…

Pack-it-flat toiletry kit

This little tardis of a toiletry bag is an excellent travel accessory for the regular wayfarer. It’s innovative design means that even when full it will lie flat on top of your packed suitcase saving as much space as possible. The ebags Pack-it-flat toiletry kit has four separate compartments, a removable hanging hook and is lined with PVC to contain damp objects. It’s bright design and wide range of colours also mean that style isn’t compromised on the alter of practicality!

• Amazon Price £19.99
• Buy eBags Pack-it-Flat Toiletry Kit

Credit card sized charger

Even in the most remote and exotic locations you still might need to check in with your mum! To stop the pesky phone battery dying this sleek and lightweight portable charger is compatible with most smartphones and will give your device juice when you need it. The Iceworks ultra thin battery charger has a ‘credit card style’ design which handily means there’s no extra cables to carry – a natty little travel accessory which makes an excellent addition to any backpack or suitcase!

• Amazon Price £9.99
• Buy an Iceworks Ultra Thin Battery Charger

High UV buff 

This cute and stylish multifunctional piece of kit is lightweight and can be worn an impressive thirteen different ways – so make sure you pack one! The Kaspeli Buff will keep you cool and protect you from UV rays in hot climates and it’s quick drying so you can even wear it in the sea. A great natural alternative to chemical sunscreens (it has 95 % UV protection) and available in a variety of fab prints and colours so there’s one to suit everyone!

• Amazon Price £14.07
• Buy Buff Kasperli High UV Buff

Vintage map passport cover

This ultra charming, quirky little travel accessory from Sass and Belle makes a lovely stylish stocking filler for the seasoned traveller. It has a leatherette feel and an elegant but unique design which will brighten up any passport and get you in the travelling mood!

• Amazon Price £4.98
• Buy Sass & Belle Vintage Map Passport Holder

Leica D Lux

If you really want to splash out on a special travelling companion why not treat them to a Leica D Lux? Cameras don’t get much cooler than this! Stand out from the crowd with this prestigious brand which offers a large sensor in a compact camera for flawless high res photography. It has an impressive collection of auto focus options as well as a manual setting, and a small external flash gun is included if extra illumination is required. The image shuttle app also means that the camera can be controlled remotely by a smart phone and your photos can be transferred instantly for uploading onto social media – a fabulous and achingly cool travel accessory which everyone will want to get their hands on!

• Amazon price £711.86
• Buy Leica D-LUX TYP 109

Sleeping bag onesie

What? A sleeping bag you can walk around in? Yes it’s true! Wave goodbye to uncomfortably tangled nights in tents and feel like a spaceman with this amazing onesie style sleeping bag (by MusucBag). It’s ultra warm and pleasingly retro in appearance with plenty of different colours on offer. Available in three sizes, it’s the perfect cool and unusual travel accessory for the spontaneous camper – so pack in for your travels now!

• Amazon Price £93.00 – £109.00
• Buy MusucBag Classic

Shock and waterproof iphone case

For the avid adventurer this miracle phone case is a must! The Dog & Bone Waterproof Wetsuit is currently available for iPhone 6 in three colours this pioneering product is shock proof and waterproof up to two metres and will fight off sand, dirt and snow too! Super slim, light with a rugged easy grip exterior and a very trendy design, its topless touchscreen technology also means you can send coherent text messages from even the most extreme locations!

• Amazon price £59.99
• Buy Dog & Bone Wetsuit Waterproof Rugged Case Cover

Purple crystal sunglasses

Pack these in your case and give yourself a little bit of New York style! These classy Coach sunglasses for travelling fashionistas! They’ll protect your eyes from the sun and with the help of their very unique design you’ll look awesome whatever your destination may be!

• Amazon price £105.60
• Buy COACH Sunglasses Purple Crystal

Waterproof E reader

Lovers of literature and adventures can now take their favourite travel books absolutely anywhere with this waterproof Water-Fi E reader. This awesome little packing item holds thousands of books and its back lit screen and various font settings promise distraction free reading at a depth of up to 210 feet underwater! What’s more its impressive six week battery life mean that even the most long haul backpacker will get to the end of their story!

• Amazon Price £189.95
• Buy Waterfi Waterproofed eReader

Anti-theft tote bag

This stylish looking durable tote bag, available in a range of colours, is the ideal present for high flying ladies. The Pacsafe Citysafe Travel Tote comes complete with organisational compartments, a padded laptop sleeve and various anti-theft features including a lightweight slash guard. It’s perfect for all kinds of trips… from avoiding pickpockets in Rome to shopping at Bloomingdales in NYC.

• Amazon Price £84.00 – £104.00
• Buy Pacsafe Citysafe Travel Tote

Global Wi-Fi hotspot

This is an excellent practical travel accessory to pack on all travels! It also has a cool retro design which is perfect for the frequent traveller who likes to stay connected. Whether it’s blogging, business or booking the next camp-site this nifty little portable hotspot means you can always get online! The GlocalMe Portable Free Roaming hotspot functions in over 108 countries worldwide and means you will only ever pay for the data you use, thus avoiding massive roaming charges on your next bill! It even comes with a €60 refill card, phew, sounds good to us!

• Amazon Price £109.00
• Buy GlocalMe Portable Free Roaming WiFi hotspot

Retro packing suitcase

For the traveller who appreciates a bit of kitsch this retro style cabin case is a real winner. The ABS Retro Cabin Luggage has a lightweight yet durable hard shell, retractable handle and four wheels for smooth maneuvering. Available in three colours and two sizes (20” or 24”) it’s perfect for weekend city breaks with your besties!

• Amazon Sale Price £32.99
• Buy ABS Retro Cabin Luggage

Waterproof portable speakers

This fantastic cool and unique travel accessory is a great unisex gift for journeying muso’s everywhere. Winner of the ‘Best speaker award 2104’ and compatible with most iPhones and smartphones it offers incredible 360 degree sound from a fresh unique design that will fit in your back pocket. The NudeAudio portable speakers are water, sand and snow proof and its eight-hour battery life means you will never have to wait to listen to your favourite tunes again – pack it in your suitcase or backpack now!

• Amazon price £60.00 – £80.00
• Buy NudeAudio Super M Wireless Waterproof Portable Speakers

Swiss army knife inspired multi-tool adapter

Like a Swiss Army Knife for geeks, this ingenious little gadget is perfect for adventurous tech heads! The unique travel accessory is compatible with most smartphones, tablets and digital cameras its 3 connectors enable you to sync your travel pics, vids and stories with your laptop from multiple devices simultaneously. As if that’s not enough, the Lifetrons Swiss Knife Inspired Adapter also swiftly charges up your gear via USB…oh and it looks pretty trendy too!

• Amazon Price £44.99
• Buy Lifetrons Swiss Knife Inspired Multi-Tool Sync and Charge USB Adapter

Carry-on cocktail kit

This carry on compact cocktail kit is the perfect fun and unique gift for fearful flyers. It comes complete with recipe card, aromatic bitters and travel tin, which means you can enjoy a good ‘Old Fashioned’ cocktail even at 30,000 feet.

• Amazon Price £20.00
• Buy W&P Design Carry on Cocktail Kit

Lipault foldable carry-on case

This versatile case is made from ultra-light water-resistant fabric that is strong enough for even the hardiest of travellers. Packing will always be ultra cool with the trendy Lipault Foldable Carry On has unique multifunctional features which means that it can be used as a wheelie case, tote or backpack and can be folded down to almost nothing. It’s sleek and classy design means that you will look pretty smooth too!

• Amazon Price £111.76
• Buy Lipault Foldable Carry On

Fold-able headphones

Can’t keep your earbuds in but like to pack light? These comfy KitSound Malibu foldable headphones could be an answer to your prayers. They are available in a range of fab colours and feature great sound, a detachable cable and an in-line mic for taking calls, wherever you go the music can go with you. What’s more they are a bargain too!

• Amazon Price £11.99
• Buy KitSound Malibu Compact Foldable Headphones

Handheld GPS

We all love getting lost in the streets of strange cities but there’s a limit! Dinner stops at nine for example! In these situations, this cool and clever little device could be a saviour. Tough and versatile, the best selling Garmin eTrex Handheld GPS will lead you out of even the most befuddling of situations. It’s clear screen and easy to use design mean you’ll be able to work it even if you’ve forgotten your specs, just pop in two AA batteries and you’re away!

• Amazon Price £69.00
• Buy Garmin eTrex 10 Outdoor Handheld GPS Unit

Unspillable travel mug

An ideal accesorry to pack for the caffeine fiend on the go, this super smart drinks mug has a suction base so it won’t fall over when you knock it but will lift straight up like any normal mug. The branded Mighty Mug Go also has a hip streamlined design and comes in numerous colours (this gorgeous pearl one is our favourite) and its lockable lid and double walled construction means your drink will stay hot, cold and completely contained in its receptacle (i.e., not all over your lap!) for the entirety of your journey. Not bad eh?

• Amazon Price £14.00 – £20.00
• Buy Mighty Mug Go

Pocket shower

This handy little unusual travel accessory means you can have a warm shower wherever you are. You can hang it from a tree at base camp and let it absorb the sun or simply fill it with warm water when you’re ready to use it. The ‘Sea to Summit’ Pocket shower is made from a heat-resistant, waterproof fabric, packs down to almost nothing and can also be used as a dry sack for storing clothes/swimming gear! All in all, it should ensure a very happy camper!

• Amazon Price £18.99
• Buy Sea to Summit Pocket Shower

Now you’ve packed your funky trip accessories all you need to do now is enjoy your travels!