Holiday Souvenirs That Won’t End Up In The Bin!

We are all guilty of going on holiday and become engrossed in the amount of souvenirs on offer, and in the heat of the moment, buy it all, to then realise you need extra hand luggage to get it all home. When you eventually get home you never look at them again because they are useless and not to mention worthless. So to help you break this habit, we have picked out some oversea souvenirs which are actually worth investing in!

Morocco - Argan Oil 

Are you a huge fan of Moroccan/Argan oil and regularly pay double figures for it here in the UK? Well why not stock up during your trip to Morocco, the original producer, where you will pay no more than 3 pound for a small bottle. Morocco's native Argan Tree makes the golden coloured oil, which is superior to any other brand sold here. It is not only a richer consistency, but it is also jam packed in beneficial Vitamins. Being pure and intense also means only the tiniest of drop is needed.

So what is so good about Argan Oil? Well as it happens quite a lot. Commonly described by both men and women as a miracle oil, it is full of Vitamin E and fatty acid. This oil works wonders for shinier, thicker hair and also creates a radiant glow when used on skin and helps to fight blemishes and any signs of aging. Not to forget – it can also improve nail growth.

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2. Jamaica - Coffee 

If you’re a coffee-aholic, why not spoil yourself or friends and family with one of the best coffees in the world, the Alto Grande produced and sold on the Jamaican island of Puerto Rico. If you think a jar of coffee is not personal enough, then add your own touch by bringing home a couple of pounds worth of hand-picked Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee! 

Does a high-quality cup of Jamaican coffee have the same taste as a standard UK cup? No.  Jamaican coffee is smooth and mild in acidity with virtually no bitterness and is full-bodied with noticeable exotic berry-like flavour.

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3. Istanbul - Evil Eye (Matia)

Want something meaningful? Then the Evil Eye is for you and the best thing, they will cost you no more than a fiver! The eye has meaning unlike other jewelry you may find abroad. The Matia’s, otherwise know as the Evil Eye, is said to fight away bad luck and because of this meaning, they have become little treasurys not only by Turkish locals but also tourists.

The glass eye stays the same, and is available in different forms all over Turkey. Most commonly worn as a friendship bracelet, it is also used on necklaces, key chains, door hangs and during your trip to Turkey you are likely to see the symbol painted on walls and occasionally on some of the countries aircraft’s. 

So where can you buy them in Turkey? Luckily, everywhere. The symbol is sold in all places in turkey but particularly Istanbul where it was initially created. 

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4. Caribbean - Skin Care products

The most obvious and common Caribbean souvenir brought home is alcohol with some islands home to some of the best bitters & spirits in the world. However the biggest, missed secret is the natural skincare products which you can get your hands on over there. Did you know the first cosmetic product to include Aloe Vera, was produced in the Caribbean? Not only do they make Aloe Vera products but they also produce natural creams which include extracts from native Caribbean fruits and flowers. 

So if you’re skin care obsessed, or have friends and family who are, head to Aruba and check out one of Aruba Aloe, St Barts for natural creams or Pure Source in Barbados for their popular range of natural skincare products.

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