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I’m Monica and I’m a travel writer and blogger based in Wales.

The Travel Hack began in 2009 while backpacking around Asia and Australia. I share travel hacks and inspiration to help you get out and see the world as well as tips and ideas for days out with kids!

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My recent trips have taken me to Krakow in Poland and Vilnius in Lithuania to prove you can have a short break for £200 or less!

Tote

The Travel Hack Tote is the latest bag in the range. This large shoulder bag is the perfect dimensions for the easyJet ‘free’ underseat cabin bag and it’s big enough for a weekend away!

With plenty of handy pockets and compartments, this tote will keep all of your documents, gadgets and clothes neatly organised. There’s a pocket for all of your bits and bobs so nothing gets lost!

Backpack

The Travel Hack Backpack can be used as the ‘free’ underseat bag on Ryanair flights and has plenty of clever compartments to keep your belongings organised for stress-free travels and days out.

This is a diverse backpack and is a popular choice not only for travelling but for work, hiking, a baby bag or a gym bag.

Suitcase

This is more than just a cabin case. This is a stylish way to breeze through the airport, knowing your suitcase is the perfect size to get onboard the plane! With easy access pockets and a top handbag compartment, The Travel Hack Cabin Case makes it easy to remove belongings for security and access everything you need during the flight.

Vanity cases for travel: The best vanity cases + everything you need to know

I recently got myself a vanity case for travel so today I’m sharing my thoughts on travelling with a vanity case, the top vanity cases I could find and answer lots of questions about using one! Let’s get started with my overall thoughts on travelling with a vanity case… The awkwardness of travelling with a …

The Carry-On Only Challenge: Packing Light for Your Next Adventure

Travelling with just carry-on luggage is the best. It’s cheaper, easier, and incredibly liberating and you never need everything you pack in a big suitcase anyway. But I’m not going to lie, it can be difficult! You’ve got to be organised and ruthless when you’re packing carry-on only. You need to know exactly what you’ll …

11 things to do in Antalya, Turkey

If you’re planning a holiday to Antalya in Turkey and you want some excitement outside of your hotel resort then I’ve got you covered! There are so many things to do in Antalya, whether you love nature, culture, history, food or picture-perfect towns. Most people who visit will do so on package holidays to Antalya. …

Dreamy places for sailing in Croatia

Sailing along any of Croatia’s beautiful coasts has been on my bucket list for years. The deep, calm waters, the gentle green hills and the serene sky bring peace, tranquility and a contact with nature that is hard to match in other landscapes. Croatia is becoming a popular sailing destination for both experienced and newbies …

The best travelling clothes for ladies: Travel sets for long travel days

If you’re looking for the best travelling clothes for ladies then I have you covered with these comfortable, stylish travel sets. Thankfully, loungewear travel sets and athleisure wear are all the rage right now so you can find affordable, yet elegant and fashionable travel clothes for ladies everywhere. I bet you didn’t think I’d be …

11 controversial tips to pack light for a weekend trip

I’m guessing you’ve landed on this page because you’re booked a flight with just the ‘free’ underseat carry-on luggage and now you’re wondering how you’re going to pack light for a weekend trip. How are you going to fit everything in this tiny bag!? Packing light for a weekend trip is my bag (pun absolutely …

The best travel toiletry bag for women: Reviewing the Amazon bestsellers

I’m on the hunt to find the very best women’s travel toiletry bag. If I’m honest, I’ve been hunting for this mythical toiletry bag for years. I’ve never had one that’s quite right. They’re either too big, too small, too many pockets, not enough pockets…you get the idea! I decided to order all the best …

The best ladies hiking clothes: Hiking outfit idea!

If you follow me on Instagram you will have seen I’ve got really into hiking. I live on the border of North Wales and Cheshire, two incredible places for hiking and I feel so lucky to call this home! I’ve had loads of questions about ladies hiking clothes and hiking outfit ideas for ladies so …

Discovering the Land of the Pharaohs: A Guide to Egypt’s Wonders

Egypt is the ideal place for a sunny, shoulder-season holiday. We Brits love a bit of winter sun but the weather in Europe is unpredictable and travelling further afield is expensive and time consuming. That’s why Egypt is a brilliant option if you’re looking for warm weather, sunny skies, flight times under six hours, gorgeous …

Everything you should know about Hammam Spas and Turkish Baths

If you’re going on holiday to Turkey then you cannot miss the opportunity to visit a traditional Turkish bath. Most hotels will offer this experience and there are often hammam spas within your hotel complex. If you’ve got a spare afternoon while you’re on holiday, trust me when I say you cannot miss the Turkish …

Simba Hybrid Mattress Review + My relaxing jungle bedrooom

I’m a firm believer that sleep is the most important part of my day. There are some people who claim they can function on 5-6 hours of sleep a night. I am NOT one of those people! I need a solid 8-9 hours of sleep each night. I’ve got three children so I’ve had more …

The best ladies waterproof trousers

I’m on a mission to find THE best women’s waterproof trousers. I’ve been looking for a long time! Ladies waterproof trousers are surprisingly expensive and they’re often unflattering, uncomfortable or simply way out of my budget. So I’ve searched high and low for the very best ladies waterproof trousers and here’s what I found… View …