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Holidaymakers warned ‘don’t do it’ as common travel habit is ‘waste of money’

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Holidaymakers warned ‘don’t do it’ as common travel habit is ‘waste of money’

When you’re on holiday somewhere new and exciting, you really want the memories to last long after you get back – and you also want your friends and family to know you’ve been thinking of them.

Because of this, it can be tempting to raid your local souvenir shop and pick up a handful of cheap trinkets such as keyrings, ornament or shot glasses from your chosen destination.




But a gifting expert has warned that this might not be a good idea, as more often than not, these just end up collecting dust, creating waste and leaving you out of pocket as well.

Jessie Sampson from Hurley Burley is keen to help people create memories that last until long after you return from your holiday – and so she’s created a ‘no-buy’ list that you should try and steer clear from when picking up souvenirs on your trip.

However, there are certain mementos you can buy that are likely to stand the test of time much quicker as they mean a lot more and are unlikely to be discarded when you get back – and she’s offered suggestions for these too.

Holiday souvenirs to avoid

Keyrings

Jessie said: “Those souvenir keychains with jangling bells and miniature landmarks? They might look cute at first, but trust me, the novelty wears thin faster than a flip phone battery. Instead, consider collecting something that sparks conversation.

“Maybe a local board game teaches you the rules of a different culture, or a quirky, hand-painted sign with a funny saying becomes a talking point every time you see it. Choose souvenirs that ignite curiosity and connection, not just noise pollution on your keychain.”

The ‘I was here’ T-shirt

It can be tempting to pick up one of these from the souvenir shop, especially if you’ve been somewhere exciting and want people to know about it.

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