The mattress is the most important item to buy and have available for you upon arrival. After a long trip, you'll arrive tired. You'll certainly want to sleep comfortably. If the property you rented isn't furnished, you won't want to spend your first night sleeping on the floor. You can buy an inflatable mattress and then buy your preferred mattress yourself after you arrive. Some people use this option, and it's a valid and viable way to solve this problem. But if you want comfort on your first night, you can buy something more permanent. Also remember: if you're bringing someone other than your spouse, you'll need more than one mattress. Below are some suggestions of models you can buy. Click on the titles to see the complete list on Amazon or on one of our suggestions below, if you think it suits you.

PAY ATTENTION TO THE SIZE

Are you going to buy single or double mattresses? If you're coming with your husband/wife, you'll want a double mattress. If you're coming alone or bringing your children, you'll want single mattresses. So be aware of what you're buying.

Mattresses for SINGLES are available in the following sizes:

• Narrow Twin - 30" × 75" (76 cm × 191 cm)

• Twin - 38" x 75" (96 cm x 191 cm)

• Twin XL - 38" x 80" (96 cm x 203 cm)

Mattresses for COUPLES are available in the following sizes:

• Double (=Full) - 54" x 75" (137 cm x 191 cm)

• Queen - 60" x 80" (152 cm x 203 cm)

• King - 76" x 80" (193 cm x 203 cm)

• California King - 72" x 84" (183 cm x 213 cm)

If you decide to buy bedding and/or beds, remember to buy the same size as the mattress.

Many people prefer to buy mattresses in person to have the opportunity to get to know the product better before buying it. It's an option. But you'll need somewhere to sleep when you get there if you choose this. If you insist on seeing your mattress before buying it, you should buy at least one inflatable mattress so you don't have to sleep on the floor before buying your final mattress. Below are some inflatable mattress options you can buy on Amazon.

Remember: Inflatable mattresses need to be inflated. Some come with built-in air pumps. Others are sold with external pumps. But some are sold without air pumps. If you prefer to buy one of these last ones, you will also need to buy a separate air pump. Otherwise, your inflatable mattress will be useless.

If you chose to buy an air mattress without a built-in pump, you will need to purchase a separate pump to inflate it. Below you can see some pump models you can use for this purpose.

If you've decided you want a comfortable night's sleep on your first day in your new home, you should buy your perfect mattress before you arrive. If you're coming with your partner, you'll certainly want a double mattress. If you're coming alone or bringing someone else with you besides your partner, such as friends or children, you'll need single mattresses for those people. The complete list is in the title. Below are some recommended models. Check the sizes to buy double and/or single mattresses according to your needs. If you're buying a bed or beddings, remember to buy them in a size that is compatible of the one of the mattress you chose.

It is highly recommended that you cover your mattress with a waterproof protector. If something spills on your mattress – accidents happen – the protector will hold the dirt. It is much easier to wash the protector than the mattress. This will considerably increase the lifespan of your mattress and, if you happen to have to move, if it is in good condition you can sell it. See some models below:

A comfortable night after an exhausting trip deserves a pillow in addition to the mattress. You have the opportunity to buy pillows as easily as you buy mattresses. You don't need to worry about the compatibility of the pillow size with the mattress size. But check if it's compatible with the size of the pillowcase you bought with your bedding. Below are our suggestions for you.

For a truly comfortable night's sleep, in addition to the mattress you'll need bedding (sheets, blanket, bedspread, etc.). Some people bring this in their luggage. If that's your case, you won't need to buy any. But most people prefer to leave their old linens and buy new ones here in Canada. If you want to buy new bedding, take advantage of the opportunity. The complete list is in the title. Below are some specific models we recommend. Remember to buy bedding that are compatible with the size of your mattress.

Towels aren't things you put in your bedroom to sleep in. However, they're traditionally stored with bed linens. Either way, you'll need them. Below are some models you can buy on Amazon.

Here, bathroom rugs are not usually sold together with towels. So, if you want rugs in your bathroom, you'll have to buy them separately. Below are some models available on Amazon.

Since we're talking about bathroom items, why not take the opportunity to buy at least the first batch of consumables? You'll want to use your bathroom when you get home, right? You'll need toilet paper. Of course, there are other ways to buy it, but since you're here, why not take the opportunity to buy that too? See some brands below. If your favorite isn't among them, click in the title right above this text. There you will see all the available brands in Amazon

Besides a good night's sleep, you'll probably feel the need for a long, relaxing bath when you arrive at your new home. Did you pack shampoo and soap? If you took a long trip, it's unlikely you brought these items. How about buying them in advance for your relaxing arrival bath? The number of different brands and types of shampoos, soaps, deodorants, and perfumes is vast. Below is just a small sample. But if your preferred brand or type isn't listed below, click on the title of the item and you'll see all brands and types available in the Amazon store. 

SHAMPOO

SOAP

DEODORANT (MEN)

DEODORANT (WOMEN)

PERFUME (MEN)

PERFUME (WOMEN)

TALC (MEN)

TALC (WOMEN)

PADS FOR WOMEN

This is an item that can easily be brought in your luggage. But if you didn't bring yours or want a more modern one, you can take the opportunity to buy one here. See below some models available on Amazon.

If you use disposable razors, you won't find any particularly interesting offers here. But if you prefer electric razors, you might want to replace your old one with a more modern one. Check out some offers on Amazon here.

Epilators work very similarly to electric shavers. But women prefer not to share this device with their husbands. So, if you usually use electric epilators and don't have one or would prefer to buy a more modern one, you can take advantage and buy one on Amazon. See some models below.

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