Travel Gear: a rest solar, a travel pillow and a hot mug cafetière

1. Thermarest ridge rest solar There was a time when the avid sun-worshipper looking for an all-over tan might lay out on a sheet of tin foil to maximise the frying. Thermarest uses the principle to a more beneficial end, with an aluminised, shiny surface on its ridge rest solar foam mattress. The theory is that the coating bounces heat back, with its soft ridged surface trapping the warmth for a snugger snooze. Some 2cm thick, the mattress's metalised surface also adds a layer of durability, while keeping it packably lightweight. €41 from greatoutdoors.ie

2. Trunki Yondi travel pillow From the guys who revolutionised kids' journeys through airports with their ride-on wheelie Trunki luggage comes its Yondi travel pillow. Designed for the younger traveller, it wraps round and uses magnets to connect securely under the chin. Super-soft, there are 16 designs and colours to fit into any fantasy world. Other well thought out features include a "Trunki grip" where you can attach their essential comfort blanket. Suitable for ages two and up – but not all the way up – the microbeads filling makes for comfy support.€19 from littlewoodsireland.ie

3. Zyliss hot mug cafetière Swiss-brand Zyliss started as a maker of garlic presses back in 1948. This is the latest addition to its homewares roster. Combining an insulating double-walled mug with a cafetière plunger, it means you can bring a fresh-brewed coffee with you on the move. It's simple: add your favourite ground coffee, fill with hot water and press down the integrated fine-mesh plunger. Clip on the lid and you've java to go. Available in red, blue or black. €10 from iwantoneofthose.com

Tom Kelly @tomtomkelly