Aussie travel blogger on the five things she will never take with her on trips

The European summer is here, which means travel season is well and truly upon us.

And whether you’re packing for a long-haul trip or a weekender, it’s best to be prepared.

Aussie travel blogger Nicola Easterby has revealed, in a now-viral video, the five things she will never travel with.

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First on her list was multiple travel adapters.

“I don’t know why so many people lug around so many different adapters, I just travel with the one international plug adapter as it works in more than 200 countries and regions,” she explained.

While a lot of people think travel-sized toiletries are a must, Nicola advises against them.

“Travel-sized toiletries are such a waste of money. Sure mini toiletries may be cute but I would rather save money and plastic by using refillable pouches with the toiletries I already have,” she said.

Nicola’s third item is a surprising one.

“Why do people go to currency exchange desks at airports to get ripped off for a bunch of cash they are probably never going to use?” she asked

“I barely even need cash when I am travelling but, if I do, I just get it out from a local ATM.”

The travel expert is also not a fan of bringing a towel along on her trips.

“Never ever have I travelled with a towel — 95 per cent of the time they are already provided to me, so they are a waste of space.”

Lastly, Nicola warns against travelling with a money belt as she said they make you a target for thieves.

“I know these are meant to keep your valuables safe but I am pretty sure you become more of a target when thieves see you rocking one of these,” she said.

Nicola’s video has more than 180,000 views, with many people praising her advice.

“This! I really don’t understand why people take towels!” one person agreed.

“Couldn’t agree more with everything you said. I do the same,” another person said.

“Having the one adapter is a game changer,” another traveller also agreed.

“Agree with this, except for the cash — there are still some places where cash dominates, plus it’s good to have it as a back-up if problems arise with your card,” someone else noted.