No holiday? No problem. These 9 travel-inspired home accessories will take you around the world

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No holiday? No problem. These 9 travel-inspired home accessories will take you around the world

By Leah Sinclair

4 years ago

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Are you itching to travel but can’t right now? Then these travel-inspired home accessories might do the trick.

What I wouldn’t give to be lounging on a beach in St Lucia right now! Or roaming the bustling streets of Tokyo or hitting the slopes in Switzerland (I can’t ski, but a girl can dream).

Long story short, travelling – no matter the place or temperature – can be such an exhilarating feeling when you forgo your creature comforts for somewhere new and exciting for a few days or weeks.

Unfortunately, the coronavirus pandemic has put a halt to many of our travel plans over the last 18 months. And while things are beginning to reopen, it doesn’t mean everyone is ready to make their way to Heathrow and catch the next flight anytime soon.

In the meantime, who says we can’t country-hop from one place to another? From prints inspired by Italian countrysides to ceramic vases inspired by Greece, homeware has the ability to take us to our most desirable locations right from our living rooms – and these nine are buys are sure to do just that.

A photo of a sofa and Wayfair world map wall décor

Wayfair world map wall décor

This world map decor is sure to be a standout in your home and serve as inspiration for your next getaway.

Shop Wayfair world map wall décor at UFurnish, £159.99

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a product photo of Harvey Nichols tiki green ceramic cocktail mug

Harvey Nichols tiki green ceramic cocktail mug

Up your drinking game with this ceramic tiki mug inspired by ancient Polynesian culture. Think large chunks of tropical fruit, exotic flowers, banana leaves, pineapple crowns, umbrellas, wooden birds – the whole shebang.

 Shop Harvey Nichols tiki green ceramic cocktail mug, £10

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A photo of Postery Sorrento poster

Postery Sorrento poster

This colourful illustration will be a beautiful addition to your walls and will remind you of the serene surroundings of Sorrento. 

Shop Postery Sorrento poster, £10.47

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Nkuku kenda decorative globes on a mantle with a mirror in the background and a plant to the right of the image

Nkuku kenda decorative globe

Still figuring out where to travel to next? Take inspiration from this decorative globe from Nkuku. The soft sand-coloured tones of the globe are complemented by the brass-hued axis and will be a great accessory to your living room.

Shop Nkuku kenda decorative globe, £90

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A photo of glasses stacked on top of each other

Oliver Bonas pineapple stacking glass tumblers

When you think of tropical destinations, mouth-watering fruits are sure to come to mind – and these glass tumblers from Oliver Bonas will remind you of the sun, sea and sand thanks to its unique design which mimics the shape of a pineapple when stacked on top of each other.

Shop Oliver Bonas pineapple stacking glass tumblers, £19.50

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product photo of Themis Z cycladic ceramic pottery vase

Themis Z cycladic ceramic pottery vase

Themis Z’s cream vase has a hand-painted Cycladic pattern named after an island group in the Aegean Sea. Handmade in Greece by local artisans using terracotta clay, this vase will look stunning on a mantlepiece while displaying fresh flowers.

Shop Themis Z cycladic ceramic pottery vase at Matches, £250

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A photo of Kukoon grey aztec textured flatweave runner rug

Kukoon grey Aztec textured flatweave runner rug

Drawing inspiration from Moroccan Berber motifs, this runner is all about texture and technique, combining three different types of polypropylene yarn in a neutral palette of greys that will look great under a dining table or in an entrance hall. 

Shop Kukoon grey Aztec textured flatweave runner rug at UFurnish, £79.95

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A photo of flowers in a Oka lvliang jar

Oka lvliang jar

Add a sophisticated touch to your living space with this Oka blue-and-white porcelain jar, which is inspired by the Tang Dynasty.

Shop Oka lvliang jar, £250

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A photo of a bed with Skinnydip London dominica duvet cover set

Skinnydip London dominica duvet cover set

You may not be in the middle of the tropics, but you can wake up feeling like it with this print duvet covet set from Skinnydip London. 

Skinnydip London dominica duvet cover set, £26

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