What To Pack

1. Crumpled City Map of Barcelona by Palomar. Sure you will find plenty of maps at your disposal throughout the city, but they rip and tear and fold awkwardly into your bag or purse. This one however you can crumple it up and stick it in your back pocket without a worry, plus its fun to collect one from all the major cities. $24, amazon.ca

2. Chimes Ginger Chews. Airplane turbulence or winding European streets can sometimes take their toll on stomachs, so having something gingery on hand is always helpful. $4, Whole Foods Market

3. F. Miller Skincare Face Oil. An amazingly pure face oil made with a concentrated blend of 15 botanical oils and herbal extracts. It smells great and packs really well. It can double as a night time cuticle treatment with a tiny drop rubbed into each nail. $74, thecureapothecary.com

4. Nike Free Flyknit Shoes. These are the ultimate travel shoes! Blending a sock-like fit with the foot-strengthening benefits of barefoot running. You may look at these and think you’ll have blisters in no time, but they are incredibly comfortable. From $80, amazon.com

5. BABY-G by G-Shock Watch. Everyone needs a reliable watch when they travel, especially when navigating time zones. This durable BABY-G watch is both digital and analog, making it great for keeping tabs on what time it is back home. From US$99, baby-g.com

6. Ray-Ban Original Aviator. Sun protection is a must when travelling and that includes your eyes. These you can wear all day comfortably without pinching your ears or the bridge of your nose. From $199.95, sunglasshut.com