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Speedy boarding
German craftsmanship meets Parisian sophistication with this Dior and Rimowa carry-on suitcase. The signature aluminum shell is embellished with the Dior Oblique motif, blending durability with a touch of glamour. The dash to the gate has never looked so stylish.

Dior and Rimowa carry-on suitcase, £3,300; dior.com
Picture-perfect
Master the art of travel photography with the Leica SL3 camera. Its 60-megapixel mirrorless full-frame system lets you capture the most breathtaking moments of your adventure like a pro.

Leica SL3, £5,920; leica-camera.com
If the shoe fits
Manolo Blahnik’s fascination with Sicily is no secret, and the Zale woven sandals are a perfect reflection of it. Inspired by traditional fisherman styles, these shoes are handcrafted in Italy from premium, dark brown calf leather. Pair them with relaxed tailoring to embody that unmistakable Italian flair.

Manolo Blahnik Zale sandals, £795; manoloblahnik.com
Keep your shirt on
Embrace a laid-back holiday vibe with this oversized short-sleeve shirt from Acne Studios. Made from breezy pink satin with dropped shoulders, it offers a carefree, relaxed silhouette. Perfect with denim shorts or swim trunks, nothing beats a great shirt at the beach.

Acne Studios stripe button-up shirt, £350; acnestudios.com
Drink like a fish
This Asprey sterling silver hip flask is a must-have on every discerning traveller’s packing list. Its sleek, rounded design with a hinged screw cap offers endless possibilities for personalisation. Fill it with your drink of choice – whisky or water, no judgment.

Asprey hip flask, £1,075; asprey.com
Bag it
Who says packing has to be the least enjoyable part of traveling? The Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 Bandoulière turns preparation into a pleasure. Crafted from elegant Taïga leather with matching monogram-coated canvas panels, this cabin-sized bag perfectly blends functionality with timeless style.

Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 Bandoulière bag, £2,520; louisvuitton.com
Entry stamp
Cross borders in style with this vibrant orange Paul Smith passport holder. Made in Italy from supple premium leather, it’s lined with the brand’s signature multicolour stripes – a playful nod to the quintessentially British charm of its founder.

Paul Smith passport holder, £170; paulsmith.com
Rock the boat
Copenhagen-based label NN.07 teams up with legendary New England shoemaker Sebago for a collaboration that captures the free-spirited essence of both brands. Renowned for its anti-slip rubber soles and hand-sewn craftsmanship, the Dockside boat shoe is reimagined in premium off-white embossed leather delivering functional style fit for the deck.

NN.07 + Sebago Docksides Portland boat shoes, £230; nn07.com
Sounds good
Experience high-resolution sound in style with the KEF Mu7 Over-Ear Wireless Headphones, ideal for long-haul flights or unwinding by the beach. Expertly engineered in Kent, the Mu7 features a sleek, modern design perfectly suited for life on the move.

KEF Mu7 headphones, £349; kef.com
Sunkissed
Catch the rays with flair in these Prada Symbole sunglasses, manufactured in Italy from tortoiseshell acetate. Featuring a vintage-inspired rectangular frame and bold geometric temples, they capture Prada’s signature blend of elegance and contemporary edge.

Prada Symbole sunglasses, £350; prada.com
Jump for joy
Stay active on the go with Technogym’s high-performance jump rope. Designed with anodized aluminium handles and ball joints for ultra-smooth rotation, it’s the ultimate accessory to keep your workouts on track, wherever you are.

Technogym jump rope, £85; technogym.com
Hat in hand
Acclaimed for its sumptuous fabrics and understated sophistication, Loro Piana presents the ultimate denim baseball cap, expertly made from premium organic Californian cotton. The six-panel design is trimmed with contrasting white stitching and finished with an embroidered logo on the front.

Loro Piana baseball cap, £405; loropiana.com
Into the wild
Tucked within Malaysia’s lush tropical rainforest, The Ritz-Carlton Langkawi offers adventure without compromising on luxury. From a dip in the crystalline Blue Lagoon to a trek to the majestic Seven Wells Waterfall, the resort curates unforgettable experiences that reveal the natural wonders of this idyllic island.

The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, Malaysia; ritzcarlton.com
Beach calmer
Embrace the laid-back pace of the seaside with the soft touch of this Giorgio Armani towel. Woven from premium terrycloth, it exudes relaxed refinement, exalted by a rose-pink jacquard GA monogram.

Giorgio Armani beach towel, £390; armani.com
Well-read
In Joy is My Middle Name, Sasha Debevec-McKenney explores the existential dilemmas of modern American life with a voice that’s both thoughtful and rebellious. Published by Fitzcarraldo Editions, this bold collection of poems is far from your typical beach read.

Joy is My Middle Name by Sasha Debevec-McKenney, £12.99; fitzcarraldoeditions.com