Smart buys for the holiday season
After a long year working 9 – 5 (and the rest), it’s time to kick back, relax and enjoy a holiday break. To help you make the most of your summer vacation or staycation, here’s our guide to the best smart buys for your holiday break.
New shoes
When’s the last time you treated yourself to some new footwear? Whatever kind of holiday break you have planned, you’ll enjoy it even more when you can step out in style and comfort. From hiking boots for the Berg to flip-flops for the beach, new footwear can help you complete your holiday look, and navigate any terrain from rocks to sand to the dancefloor. Opening the box and inhaling that new shoe smell always gives our spirits a lift – they’re definitely one of the smartest buys you can find.
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eSIM
Nothing says “holiday over” like getting the bill for all those roaming charges once you return home. With an eSIM, you can connect to local networks at your destination for a fraction of the cost, stay connected with loved ones back home, and upload all your adventures to social media as soon as they happen.
Travel-size toiletries
If you’re only going away for a few days, there’s no need to carry litres of shampoo and shower gel with you. With travel-size toiletries, you can take just enough of what you need – and pack it all in your hand luggage. It’s a smart buy that will save you money and weight, and make your holiday hassle-free from the beginning.
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Sunglasses
No holiday look is complete without shades… Treat yourself to a new pair before your holiday break and you’ll look and feel cool no matter how bright the day gets. From watersports to skiing to dealing with those occasional early-morning headaches, sunglasses are always a smart buy.
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Tote bag
Whether you’re popping to the shops for a few essentials or spending the day at the beach, a tote bag gives you a stylish yet practical solution for all the things you need: water bottle, book, sunscreen, souvenirs. After all, just because something is too big to fit in your pocket, doesn’t mean you don’t need it.
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Power bank
Few things are more frustrating on holiday than your phone running out of juice – whether you’re trying to pay for something, translate a menu or find your way back to your hotel. That’s where a power bank will always prove to be a smart holiday buy.
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Air tags
Losing your luggage can put a real dampener on your holiday break, so here’s one of our top tips for a smart buy. Apple Air tags sink seamlessly with your iPhone, and let you track and trace the things you care about most. Wave goodbye to airport luggage carousel uncertainty and always know exactly where your stuff is.
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White noise machine
Ever battled to sleep in an unfamiliar bed? It could be the sound of the locals partying down the street, or even of the waves on the beach, or just all that… silence. Help your brain to drift off with a white noise machine, the perfect backing track to a great night’s sleep anywhere.
Enjoy a smarter holiday season in 2025 with our top tips – and browse hundreds of thousands of great deals on Bob Shop.
