COUNTING down the days until you can get away?
Whether you have a staycation planned after restrictions ease on May 17, or you’re holding out for more exotic climes in the future, it’s always lovely to have something to look forward to.
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And don’t fret if your luggage is on its last legs — these savvy baggage buys are available now.
CARRY ON: Aldi has some great options for under £15.
I’m a big fan of the grey ultra light carry on case, £14.99, but if you prefer a holdall, you can also grab the Adventuridge small roller holdall for just £12.99 — it’s super-handy as you can carry or roll it easily, whichever you prefer.
A similarly-sized holdall is £69 at antler.co.uk.
SAVING: £56.01
MAXX OUT: I was over the moon when TK Maxx reopened its doors.
You may need to queue, but I think the luggage savings, among others, are worth it.
Each store will have different stock and sizes, but on the website alone I can currently see a steal on a Herschel Highland Suitcase for £48, usually £165.
SAVING: £117
BACK TO BASICS: Amazon.co.uk has a great range of plain hard-shell cases for around £52.49.
What’s more, you can also nab personalised vinyl stickers designed for luggage for just £3.45.
Monogrammed luggage is all the rage on social media — but comes at a price, I’ve seen medium- sized options for £150 at dyefor.com
Even if you don’t already have a case to customise, you could buy the basic Amazon option I mentioned and the sticker for a total of just £55.94.
SAVING: £94.06
TOP MARKS: I always visit Primark for pre-travel essentials, so I’m glad it is open again.
Make travelling comfier with a Minnie Mouse pink and gold travel pillow, £6.
Similar Disney-themed pillows are £17 at Samsonite.
A matching padlock and key set is £3, and keep things extra secure with a luggage strap for just £1.50.
SAVING: £11 on travel pillow
- All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
Deal of the day
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BUY a Goodfellas margherita pizza, a pack each of garlic baguettes, onion rings and McCain French fries, plus a tub of Cadbury Dairy Milk ice cream, all for £5 at the Co-Op.
SAVE: £6.05
Cheap treat
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COOL down with the new Grenade protein ice cream bars in White Chocolate and Peanut Nutter flavours.
Usually £5 for four, but £3.50 with your Tesco Clubcard.
SAVE: £1.50
What’s new
TO help the nation to laugh more after a year of lockdowns, headache relief brand Panadol is partnering with on-demand comedy TV channel NextUp to grant viewers three months of comedy content.
Sign up for free at nextupcomedy. com/panadol.
Offer valid until July 20.
Top swap
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THOSE caterpillar chocolate cakes have been in the news. Have a slice as you read all about the copyright capers.
Classic Colin the Caterpillar, at M&S is £7, but why not give Wiggles a go. It’s £6 at Sainsbury’s.
SAVE: £1
Giselle’s little helper
ORDERING in?
Pizza Express Delivery is still available and until May 2 you can get 20 per cent off two new pizzas – the Pollo American with chicken and smoky pepperoni and the Pulled Lamb with lamb, mint and mozzarella.
Order via Deliveroo for the discount. Happy eating!
Shop and save
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ROLL into summer with picnic snacks from Higgidy.
Its Pork and Honey Dinky Rolls are £2.50, down from £3, at Sainsbury’s.
SAVE: 50p
Hot right now
ALDI has nine additions to its spirits range. One is a salted caramel cupcake gin liqueur that tastes just like Biscoff, for £8.99.
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