XtoysSex in the City Travel Kit Review: A Couples' Game to Pack
Editor's opinion
This is a playful, pack-anything couples' kit that bundles cards, a dice, a small bullet and a trio of sachets into one travel case. It suits couples who want a bit of spontaneity on a weekend away rather than anyone shopping for a serious toy. The bullet and sachets are token samples, so treat the game as the main event.
The Sex in the City Travel Kit is not really one product but a little bundle of them, gathered around a simple idea: draw a card, roll a dice and let a game unfold over an evening or a whole trip. It is aimed squarely at couples who want to bring some lightness and anticipation with them when they go away, without packing a whole drawer of kit.
What a buyer should weigh here is that the appeal is mostly in the game itself. The cards and dice are the engine; the vibrating bullet and the three sachets are extras that come along for the ride. Judge it as an ice-breaker and it makes good sense, but expect a novelty set rather than a collection of standalone items you would each have chosen on their own merits.
The good and the bad
What works
- Everything packs into one small case, genuinely easy to slip into a weekend bag
- AAA battery is included, so the bullet works straight out of the box
- 40 cards plus a dice give plenty of prompts and variety
- A low-pressure, playful way to break the ice on a trip
- Three different sachets let you sample massage oil, flavoured lube and a gel
What to be aware of
- The bullet is a basic, single-battery novelty rather than a powerful toy
- Sachets are tiny 2ml to 10ml samples that run out almost immediately
- Battery power means a AAA to hand once the included one fades
- A flavoured, scented set is not for anyone with sensitivities to fragrances or additives
Buy it if
Couples heading off on a city break or short getaway who want a fun, spontaneous game to share and don't mind that the toy and sachets are extras. It is a good gift or an easy first purchase for the playful-curious.
Skip it if
Anyone chasing a serious vibrator or a lasting lube supply should look elsewhere; a dedicated rechargeable bullet and a full-size bottle of body-safe lubricant will serve far better.
What you actually get
The heart of the kit is the game: 40 task cards and a Kamasutra dice that decide when and what happens next. Around that sit a vibrating bullet at 9.5 cm total length, and three sachets — a 10ml Peach and Sparkling Wine massage oil, a 10ml Strawberry and Cream lube, and a 2ml Liquid Pleasure Enhancer gel.
It is worth being clear-eyed about the sachets. At 2ml to 10ml, these are single-use taster portions rather than anything you can rely on across a trip. They are there to add flavour to a moment, not to stock your bag. If you find one you like, you will be buying a full-size version separately.
The bullet, honestly
At 9.5 cm total length and running on a single AAA battery, this is a compact, entry-level bullet. A single-battery design tends to mean modest, buzzy vibration rather than the deep rumble of a rechargeable toy, and once the included battery fades you will need a spare AAA to keep it going.
Seen as a small extra that drops into the game when you want it, that is perfectly fine. Seen as a reason to buy the kit on its own, it is not — a purpose-built rechargeable bullet would outclass it comfortably.
Travel and discretion
The whole point is portability, and on that count the format delivers: cards, dice, bullet and sachets in one mini case that takes up little room in a suitcase. The bullet's small size helps keep the kit low-key if you are sharing luggage or passing through security.
Do check the case is one you would want to leave lying about a hotel room, and remember that flavoured, scented products travel with their own smell. Keeping the sachets sealed until you use them avoids any surprises in your bag.
Care and a note on materials
Because the bullet takes a battery, keep it away from the sachets and any moisture, and remove the battery for longer storage so it cannot corrode. Wipe the bullet clean with a toy cleaner or mild soap and water rather than submerging the battery compartment.
With the sachets, patch-test first if you have sensitive skin, and read each one before use — flavoured lubes and enhancer gels contain additives that not everyone gets on with. As a general rule, keep any silicone toy away from silicone lubricant, and if in doubt a simple water-based lube is the safest partner for both toy and body.
How it compares
Against a plain deck of couples' cards, this kit earns its place by bundling a dice, a toy and something to taste and touch, so the play has more to reach for. Against buying those pieces individually, it trades quality for convenience: the bullet and sachets are samples, not the best examples of their kind.
If your priority is the game and the shared fun, the bundle format is the draw. If your priority is a genuinely good toy or a proper supply of lube, you would be better served buying those separately and treating any card game as a bonus.
The bottom line
As a light-hearted travel companion for couples, the Sex in the City Travel Kit does exactly what it sets out to do: it packs anticipation, prompts and a few sensory extras into a bag-friendly case. Buy it for the game and the shared spontaneity, and take the basic bullet and sample-size sachets as pleasant extras rather than the reason to choose it.
Frequently asked questions
Does the vibrating bullet come with a battery?
Yes. It runs on a single AAA battery, which is included, so it works straight out of the case. Keep a spare AAA handy for when the first one runs down.
How much lube and oil do you actually get?
The sachets are small samples: a 10ml massage oil, a 10ml flavoured lube and a 2ml enhancer gel. They are enough to try each once or twice, not to last a whole trip, so bring your own full-size products if you use them regularly.
Is this suitable as a first couples' toy or game?
It works well as an easy, low-pressure introduction, since the cards and dice do the guiding and the bullet is small and simple. Just set expectations: it is a novelty game set rather than a high-performance toy.
How discreet is it for travel?
Everything fits into one compact case and the bullet is only 9.5 cm long, so it packs small and stays low-key. Keep the scented sachets sealed until use to avoid any fragrance escaping in your bag.
What lubricant is safe to use with the bullet?
A water-based lubricant is the safest all-round choice for both the toy and your body. Avoid pairing silicone lubricant with any silicone toy, and patch-test the flavoured sachets first if your skin is sensitive.