If you don’t usually sleep in pyjamas and you don’t have time to buy any, your best bet is to pack an oversized T-shirt.

Sanitary products (if needed) Soap Toothbrush Toothpaste Deodorant Your everyday face wash Anything else you know likely won’t be provided for you.

Don’t be afraid to pack your favorite stuffed animal. Plenty of people do, but most people prefer not to confess to it. If you feel you can’t get to sleep without bringing them along, then bring them. You can always hide them away if you feel uncomfortable with others seeing them or you can put the cuddly toy underneath your blanket or pillow.

Share a bunk bed or tent with somebody you are comfortable with and make sure this person has agreed to do so. If you have bunks, choose the top bunk if you don’t mind sleeping up high or the bottom bunk if you’d prefer to be closer to the ground. If you are camping, pitch your tent on level ground and in an appropriate location where you feel that the members of your sleeping party will be most comfortable.

You will enjoy yourself, and it will pay off. Remember - memories are very important.