Treasured Travels: A Guide to Travelling with Precious Jewellery

In the past, jewellery was considered a luxury accessible to a predominantly elite few and worn only for special occasions. Nowadays, its role has broadened, and jewellery has become integral to women's wardrobes, often adorning everyday looks. It is nothing unusual to see a woman running errands in her favourite diamond studs or meeting girlfriends for lunch wearing several layers of gold chains and pendants. It is also true to say that most modern women don't part with their favourite jewellery when they travel. I should know... I am currently writing this article on a flight to New York, whilst wearing several diamond rings and a carved elephant pendant that I love. With the right planning, care and attention, you can bring your favourite rings and earrings on a trip with you instead of locking them in a safe. To be confident that your jewels will stay secure when you are 'en route', here are the rules that I personally follow and some nuggets of advice from my jewellery community…

Travelling with precious jewels can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, right? I personally have experienced several horror stories while taking my jewels on trips with me, but that hasn't stopped me from bringing my favourite pieces to new destinations. Instead, I learned some lessons and became more careful each time. To avoid making mistakes, I have created this guide on how to travel with jewellery. Consider this your trusty handbook of travel tips, written by fellow aficionados.