FIVE COST-EFFECTIVE WAYS TO HELP KEEP BUGS AND INSECTS AT BAY ON HOLIDAY

Going away is always an exciting time, and other than a suitcase full of swimwear and outfits for activities, staying protected against insects is just as important.

Whether you're trekking through tropical rainforests, camping in serene woodlands, or enjoying a beach getaway, insects can be more than just a nuisance - as they can often pose serious health risks. Luckily for us, Amazon offers a plethora of products designed to help you keep insects at bay while travelling.

From cutting-edge gadgets to bug-zapping bracelets and repellents, our top Amazon picks will ensure you stay bite-free and comfortable wherever you travel to.

For customers planning their next weekend camping trip or an extended tropical trip, we've found the best items to try.

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These are the top bug-busting products to shop on Amazon for your next holiday:

Pestects Mosquito Repellent Bracelet 12 Pack

The Pestects Insect Repellent Bracelet offers a safe and stylish solution for keeping insects away and at bay. This pack of 12 bracelets from Amazon retails for £12.99, making each bracelet just over £1.

The bracelets are coated with premium citronella oil and are 100% DEET-free, making them safe for both babies and adults, without harming skin. You'll get an impressive 300 hours of protection against ticks, bugs, gnats, midges, and mosquitoes, ensuring you can enjoy your time outdoors without concerns.

Wherever you choose to wear your stylish bracelet, you'll be covered against bites whilst rocking a cute accessory.

Over 3.700 customers have left five-star reviews online about the product, with some saying they've been bite-free all holiday. One shopper shared: "I bought these for my holiday to Turkey, as I always get bitten badly. I used one on my wrist and one on my opposite ankle, and I only had one bite!"

Another shopper commented: "This is my third purchase of these delightful little bands and a must in our holiday packing kit."

However, some people weren't 100% keen on the smell, one buyer said in a review: "These "odour free" bracelets absolutely reek. So much so, that I couldn't wear them on my wrists."

Jungle Formula Maximum Repellent Aerosol

With over 11,000 reviews, the £8 Jungle Formula Maximum Repellent Aerosol is one spray worth adding to your must-have list for your next holiday.

Shoppers will get up to nine hours of total protection with this repellent, which makes it an excellent choice for outdoor travellers to those going to long-haul destinations.

There are nine hours of defence against common mosquitoes (Culex), eight hours against malaria mosquitoes (Anopheles), five hours against yellow fever mosquitoes (Aedes), and 8.5 hours against ticks (Ixodes), keeping you protected against a plethora of insects.

The Jungle Formula Maximum repellent aerosol contains 50% DEET and 1% Geraniol, providing robust protection for adults and children over 12 years of age, ideal for the whole family on your next big adventure.

One review said: "As I appear to be a midge magnet and can hardly step out into the garden without being bitten, in April, I got some nasty bites around my ankles and decided to get this spray. It seems to have worked since!"

Another person wrote: "This repellent does the job, it deters the insects which is very useful at this time of the year."

One shopper wasn't completely sold on the product's consistency, saying: "I'm not sure if it works as well as it should - I still get horrible mosquito bites and on top of it, this product is very oily."

You can also find the formula at Boots.com.

Beurer BR90 Insect Bite Healer

Sneaky insects occasionally get the better of us, despite our harsh efforts to keep them at bay. The BR90 Bite Pen from Beurer gives you rapid relief for insect bites and stings. Available for £29.98 instead of £32.99, this is one to add to your bag to combat critters abroad.

Thanks to a quick-warming ceramic plate that accelerates the healing process, this nifty gadget helps to soothe itching and swelling easily, without the use of creams or sprays. The lack of chemical intervention makes it safe for pregnant women to use too.

With two modes to cater to sensitive skin and regular users, the heated pen ensures precise application even in the dark. Bite sufferers were quick to share detailed reviews of their experiences, one buyer shared: " I discovered this little gem. One blast provides me with 4-8 hours of relief. No itching. No scratching. No bleeding. Then re-apply and happy days!"

Some users praised the slightly heated effect, while others found it uncomfortable. One person mentioned: "While the device doesn't completely or permanently remove the itch, I feel that it calms things down enough to prevent me from scratching the bites until they bleed.

As others have stated, you can feel the heat, but that sensation is a welcome change from the itch, if only for a few moments."

Portable Ultrasonic Pest Repeller

This repellant is perfect to add to your bug-eliminating arsenal, especially if you enjoy long walks in the outdoors, camping, hiking and other activities that get you outside with nature. The Portable Ultrasonic Pest Repeller costs £20.95 and is designed to be clipped on your person, on a backpack or bag for ultimate convenience.

Utilising advanced ultrasonic chip technology, this repelled effectively combats pests by stimulating the sensory and nervous systems. This solution is completely chemical-free; making it a safe option for you and your pets.

Perfect for outdoor settings, this versatile device offers protection in areas with high risks of mosquito-borne illnesses. What's more, the device is completely noiseless, rechargeable and environmentally safe, which leaves no pests to clean up afterwards.

Almost 900 customers on Amazon agreed that the lightweight device was useful for keeping pests and insects away from them.

AMZ BRAND Ultrasonic Pest Repeller 2 Pack

Boasting over 7,000 reviews on Amazon, the AMZ Brand Repellent Pack is ideal for keeping pests out of the house, outhouse or office spaces.

The ultrasonic repelled is available in a pack of two for £23.99 and is made from fire-resistant and non-toxic ABS plastic. Featuring three intelligent working modes, this device uses powerful 8W ultrasound speakers per device to disturb the auditory systems of pests such as mice, rats, mosquitoes and more.

One plug-in will cover an area of 140 square metres, meaning you'll get just under 300 square metres of coverage with both plugs in the home, keeping more of your spaces protected against pests that should remain outdoors. Superdrug also stocks a range of insect repellents.

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