But, if you do choose to take a selection of gadgets and fun toys (for kids and adults alike), don't forget to arrange adequate travel insurance before you go. It only takes an accidental slip or an opportune thief to swipe your video camera and wipe your happy holiday memories. Boo! But at least if you've taken out travel cover, you should be set straight.
If you're looking for the best gadgets on the market, follow this handy guide to the top products around...
OverBoard camera case
Underwater love, from Overboard
This clever camera case allows users to take pictures under water - just blow it up and get snapping. OverBoard camera case, £14.99.
That's entertainment!
Little ones will have endless fun playing the Magical Music Maker, suitable from 6+ months, £15, from Mamas and Papas.
Digital luggage scales
Luggage luxury
Say goodbye to excess baggage charges with these lightweight Balanzza digital luggage scales, £19.99, from www.iwantoneofthose.com
Petrol head
Avoid putting the wrong fuel in your car on long journeys by replacing the existing filler cap with Rightfuel by Caparo, £29.99.
Intempo Unplugged
Music maker
Blast out your tunes with this Intempo Unplugged portable iPod speaker-dock, with a battery life of up to 20 hours. Toys R Us, £39.99.
Radio star
Perfect for skiing in Scotland or walking in the Peak District, get the latest news and weather while on the move with the Goodmans World's Smallest Pocket DAB Digital Radio, £44.99, from Argos.
Watch this space
Water sports enthusiasts will love Casio's new G-Shock G-Lide watch, which is packed with features including a tide graph display and 29 time zones.
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Pro-Tech iSound waterproof speakers
All weather
These all-weather iPod speakers can float in water and are resistant to scratch, shock and chemicals. Pro-Tech iSound Waterproof Speakers, £68, from John Lewis.
Making waves
Speedo's Aquabeat Sync and Swim MP3 player's compact and ergonomic design floats on water and easily attaches to goggles or swimwear, £99, from John Lewis.
Capture the action
Come dirt, snow, rain or shine, capture all the action with the Oregon Scientific all-terrain digital video camera. Action Cam, £99.99, from Argos.
Movie madness
This FinePix J10 digital camera has 14 pre-programmed scene modes to provide top-quality photos in a wide-range of settings, £99.99, available with underwater case, £58.71, both from Fujifilm.
Memory magic
The Kodak Zi6 Pocket Video Camera, from www.kodak.com makes it fun and simple to shoot and share high-quality videos in moments. There's no lens cap, dials to turn or settings to adjust - it's easy! But at £129.99, the last thing you'd want is to have this stylish HD gadget damaged, broken or stolen on holiday. For peace of mind and to have the best time, be sure to purchase travel insurance.
Sony E Reader
Book today
Say goodbye to heavy bags and suitcases! The Sony E Reader lets you download and store up to 160 books to enjoy wherever you go. Sony E Reader in Red, £194, exclusive to John Lewis.
Speak easy
Teens and adults will love the iLuv i1155, a cordless player and monitor for iPods, DVDs and CDs with an 8.4 inch colour LCD screen and built-in dual stereo speakers, £199.99.
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