7 Best Holiday Hairstyle Ideas for Your Next Getaway

You have thoroughly planned your trip, put together the best holiday outfit ideas, booked your nail appointment and a facial. Now it’s time to think about your hair. It is easy to forget about it when you’re busy planning everything else, yet the right hairstyle can make a huge difference to your holiday photos.

Here, we collated a few fresh and simple holiday hair ideas for any occasion. Be it a weekend getaway, a hiking tour, or a trip to an all-inclusive resort, good-looking hair will always add to your comfort and confidence.

1. Faux Dutch Braid Ponytail

Perfect for a city break, this hairstyle will last you all day and all night. Frankly, you can even sleep on it. All you need is a few clear elastic bands which won’t take up a lot of space in our luggage. Also, this hairstyle should only take you around 10 minutes to create.

@alexgaboury

2. Beach Waves

These soft mermaid waves are the epitome of a perfect, laid-back holiday hairstyle. You can easily make them with one of the heatless curling methods which is particularly handy to utilize your long haul flight time.

@nickyshotshair

3. Half Up Half Down with a Twisted Bun

The half up half half down hairstyle gives you the best of both worlds – letting the length loose whilst keeping hair out of your face. Besides, it adds an accent to the style, like this cute half-bun. Quick and easy, it will cater to any occasion from a bus sightseeing trip to a fancy cruise night.

@elainesbraids

4. Low Messy Bun with a Dutch Braid

Those who fancy something more sophisticated can try a low bun with a Dutch Braid. Braided hairstyles work a treat for hot days as they keep hair out of your way yet look fashionable and put together.

@missysueblog

5. Top Knot with Face-Framing Bangs

Tried and tested, a top knot or a high bun is one of the hairstyles any long-haired girl can fall back on. It always looks on point and hardly gives away the second-day hair look. And who wants to wash their hair every day on vacation when there are plenty more exciting things to do?

@amandajbhair

6. French Plait

As simple as it can be, a Frend braid is a great way to keep your hair away from your face without it looking plain and boring. It’s also perfect if you want to wear a hat.

@belleblondehair

7. Half Up Half Down with Space Buns

You can’t beat space buns – the ultimate iconic festival hairstyle. Try the half-up half-down version if you want something fun and relaxed at the same time.

@bel_pipsqueekinsaigon

As you might have noticed, all the hairstyles mentioned in this round up are easy to make and don’t require any specific equipment or tools, yet it won’t hurt to throw a few essentials in your suitcase. Here’s a checklist of hair stuff to take with you on holiday:

• A soft bristle brush for detangling after swimming, wearing hats, and being out all day
• A comb to make an even parting and to create those slicked-back hairstyles
• A few clear elastic bands (luckily, those don’t take much space)
• A scrunchy will be helpful for an on-the-go ponytail or a bun
• A small can of hairspray to take on board (it must be 100 ml or less) and a can of dry shampoo
• Of course, a travel version of your favorite hair mask
• Perhaps you’d like to consider sun protection for your hair and scalp if you are going to be in the sun a lot (yes, many brands offer those)
• If you have that extra space, grab your hairdryer – the hotel ones most of the time are nowhere near as powerful as you’d like them to be.

Have a great holiday (and amazing hair)!