You may have heard of the Shewee, the portable urinating device for women that allows ladies to pee while standing and without removing their clothes. Well, the Extreme Shewee that comes with a longer outlet pipe for when you're wearing bulky clothing. This bizarre device is apparently great for camping, skiing and climbing. We're just not sure why it comes in highly visible fuchsia. £12.50 from Cotswold Outdoor
Can't live without their entire music collection? The KAKKOii WOW is a wireless speaker that can be taken anywhere and means you don't have to worry about fiddling with different plugs as it uses Bluetooth. It comes in an array of colours and is as small as a coffee mug. £55 from kakkoii-me.com
Sometimes, it's just too much effort to put your pyjamas on and get under the duvet. And it's at times like these that these super-padded pyjamas are duvet suits come in handy. Designed to keep you extra warm and comfy on long flights, car trips and camping trips, the suits come in carry bags that are condensed and used as a pillow and a detachable hood. They come as a two-piece so they can be worn as separates if you get too warm. £79 from lazypatch.co.uk
Isn't it annoying when sand gets between your toes when you're on holiday? Well, now you can wear socks with and flipflops, with Flip Flop Socks. Super cool or completely naff? You decide. But they may be useful to carry in your hand luggage if you're still wearing flip flops when you arrive back in the UK after a sunshine getaway and feel the cold hit your toes. £8.50 from havaianas.com
Sick of those pesky mosquitoes getting at your face? Craghoppers' NosiLife Ultimate Hat is the ultimate headgear for tropical climates. It may not be something you'd be seen dead in at home but when you're trekking through the Amazon rainforest and want to protect your face from insect bites, this funny-looking hat might just be the answer. And who cares if it makes you look like a beekeeper? It offers a full face mesh for complete protection, permanent insect repellent and can be easily folded away. £25 from Craghoppers
No-one wants to carry around a bulky tripod on holiday but you don't want to miss out on brilliant photo opps either. The XSories Octopus Small Delux Tripod is a flexible camera stand that allows you to mount your camera in a variety of places with its twisty legs. You can mount it to a bike, a stair rail and pretty much anything it will grip hold of. £15.99 from surfdome.com
Everyone needs a sand-free beach towel! The CGEAR Sand-Free Rug was created with a smooth top surface that keeps sand, dust and dirt at bay. It's comfortable to lie on without a towel and doesn't absorb moisture so water just runs through it. If sand falls onto the rug it just falls through the top surface to a bottom layer and doesn't come back up! Prices start at £34.99 from out-right.co.uk
Introducing the world's first convertible travel outfit that will take you from chilly Gatwick to sunny Grenada in one handy garment. TravelSupermarket's Winter Sun Travel Outfit was invented after it surveyed 2,000 British travellers and discovered that 57 per cent stepped off the plane in unsuitable clothing for their destination's climate. The comparison website's creation allows women to unzip parts of a hooded jacket and remove them, transforming a cosy outfit into a strapless dress or mini-skirt for sunnier climes. Although it's not currently on sale, Travelsupermarket said it will consider putting a limited edition run into production if there is enough interest.
What do you do with your empty lunch box when you’ve eaten your sandwiches? Collapse it, of course! Whether you're off to the beach or want to pack sandwiches for your flight, the Collapsible Lunch Box is ideal when space is limited. The handy box comes complete with its own spork, stored in the lid and once you've removed the contents it can be collapsed down to half the size taking up less space in your bag. Genius! £12 from nationaltrust.org shop.nationaltrust.org.uk
Forget packing bulky trainers for your next active holiday. Merrell's Barefoot Shoes are completely minimalist shoes that can be rolled up into a ball taking up little space when travelling. And you might think they look a little flimsy for adventure footwear, but they're flexible, durable and have a tough Vibram sole that can handle tough trails. The strange-looking roll-up shoes actually allow your feet to find their unique landing pads, making your stride more efficient naturally. £90 for men or women from merrell.com
Ever needed a nap at the airport but couldn't get comfy on the terminal seats? The Ostrich Pillow was invented for power naps and allows you to comfortably rest your head on any surface, while blocking out visual and aural distractions. There's just one catch - it doesn't look good and you'll certainly attract a few stares with this quirky pillow that makes you appear to be wearing a padded balaclava! £19.20 from aeoao.com
Do you carry everything but the kitchen sink when you travel? Well, now you can pack the washing machine too. The handy Scrubba Wash Bag is a portable device based on an old-fashioned washing technique: the traditional washboard. Rather handy for camping, sailing and backpacking, the Scrubba claims to be the world's smallest washing machine. Reusable, ultra-light at 160g, it works with just a few litres of water and a small amount of cleaning liquid. £41 from thescrubba.eu.