Are you looking for a gift for an avid traveler in your life? Not sure what to buy?
This is not your average gift list. Every item on this list has been used for more than 9 years on more than 26 different trips. These are real deal value!
Here is a list of gifts that any traveler would love. Whether they need gifts for train travel, air travel, or car travel you can find something that will work here. They have been vetted by our family and they are all things we truly enjoy and know that others would enjoy as well! In other words, we use each and every one of these items and prefer them over anything else!
The Best of the Basics
Veegul backpack
- Work Travel Backpack Material:Stylish backpack made of eco-friendly waterproof canvas, soft and fashionable, classic and minimalist design really stands out...
- Multi-function Backpack:2 big front zipper pocket , 2 inner small pockets ,2 side pockets， Easy access doctor bag-style opening , Spacious Backpack with...
- CONVENIENT USB PORT DESIGN：Built-in detachable USB cable design, great convenience for charging your electronic devices via connecting your own power bank....
If you have read this blog before you know that I am passionately in love with this backpack! It is so well constructed, can be toted or worn as a backpack, and is the perfect size for a personal item on most flights. This means you can carry this and have a carry-on suitcase as well. It has been on a dozen or more trips and is still in perfect condition. It even survived the great sweet potato casserole incident of 2019 and I found out it hand washes like a dream. Plus it comes in tons of different colors!
Great for anyone who flies a lot and likes great quality backpacks!
Travel Laptop Bag
- 【LARGE CAPACITY & MULTIPLE POCKETS】Size: 16.93" ×13.38" × 5.51" . Our carry on backpack boasts a smart design: main pocket for daily essentials, inside...
- 【SHOE COMPARTMENT & USB CHARGING PORT】This traveling backpack includes a breathable, waterproof shoe compartment at the bottom for separating shoes or dirty...
- 【DURABLE & WATER-RESISTANT】Crafted from premium scratch-resistant, wrinkle-resistant, and water-resistant material, this airback backpack offers excellent...
This is my boys’ carry-on backpack that we can’t live without. It has lots of pockets to store their treasures. It expands to hold more when we need it to and carries iPads safely due to the padding. The best part is that it has a dedicated spot for power banks so that we can keep the kids charged up on the go.
Great for kids and teenagers who are rough on their stuff and need to stay charged on the go!
Brightly Colored Carry-on Suitcase
- The suitcase benefits hugely from its ABS+PC hard plastic shell. it goes through insanely strict quality control test standards, creating strong and sturdy...
- 2-year warranty. With the included TSA lock, you can make sure your valuables are secure and safe.
- Quiet airplane spinner wheels and an adjustable 3-level 100%pure aluminum telescoping handle allow you to quickly maneuver in tight spaces and it’s sturdier...
We love these brightly colored suitcases! They are sized right for most airline carry-on, the wheels work wonderfully, and the handle is adjustable, so it’s easy for kids and adults to wheel. We also love that we can always find them if we decide to check them! Hardcase suitcases also allow your belongings to stay safe during transit.
Great for people who travel light and often. These guys are long-lasting and roomy!
The Very Best Travel Pillows
The Trtl pillow
- Scientifically Proven Neck Pillows For Travel: Thanks to our unique, patented design, you can easily adjust your Trtl travel neck pillow to achieve top-level...
- Enjoy a Real Sleeping Experience on Long Flights: Add our neck pillow to your long flight essentials’ list to experience a deep sleep during lengthy flights....
- Lightweight and Compact Design: Weighing in at only 4.5oz, The Trtl Travel Pillow's lightweight design allows you to attach it to the outside of your backpack...
My sister gave me this pillow for my birthday a number of years ago, and it has quickly become a staple for my husband! You read that right! My husband claimed it as his after our first flight with it. (I was okay with that because I really am partial to the next pillow on the list.) He slips it into his carry-on for every flight and generally has it on before we even take off! This pillow wraps around your neck and has a flexible insert that helps cradle your chin so you can sleep upright.
Great for light packers and people who get middle-row seats!
The J pillow
- Please Note: the new scarf wrap is located in a hidden pouch at the back of the pillow. Remove the scarf from the pouch and loop it behind the back of your neck...
- J-Pillow travel pillow with scarf wrap – Enhance your travel comfort with our new design featuring a secure scarf wrap to keep it in place throughout your...
- Side Sleeper Pillows For Adults: our airplane pillow can also be used for relaxing on the couch, watching tv, as a car neck pillow, or travelling on trains and...
This is my personal favorite pillow! I don’t ever travel without it. I use it in the car and on flights, and I don’t know how I ever lived without it. The long arm goes in the crook of your neck and cradles your head while the other flaps rest against your shoulder and head. I lost mine while in a lounge in the Vancouver airport and was so sad, but I ordered a new one as soon as I got home.
Great for people who like to lean up against a window to sleep.
Gifts to Make the Journey Easier
Beats
- High-performance wireless noise cancelling headphones in shadow gray
- Compatible with iOS and Android devices.
- Pure adaptive noise canceling (pure ANC) actively blocks external noise
These noise-cancelling headphones are dearly loved by my boys. They use them on long car trips to watch their movies and listen to their own music. I love them because the noise-canceling effect keeps arguments about whose music is too loud to a minimum. They are also super well made. They get tossed into carry-ons, backpacks, you name it. They are still going strong years later!
Great for kids who want to look cool and parents who want to keep arguments to a minimum!
Compression Socks
- Cute Compression Socks - We have carefully selected nylon material with elasticity and wrapping properties to make these cute women compression socks. These...
- Provide Support And Protection - We use graduated compression technology to make these cute compression socks, which provide strong support for your legs, but...
- Cute And Funny Patterns - These cute women compression socks are a variety of cute fruit patterns, knee-high compression socks are designed to be both cute and...
These are a must-have for long-haul flights! No one likes swollen ankles, and this helps protect you against travel blood clots. If you have to wear them they might as well be cute too! I put mine on just before leaving for the airport and have had so much less swelling than I did before I used them.
Great for pregnant women or anyone who gets swollen ankles when flying!
Slip on Booties
- UNIQUE DESIGN allows you to quickly switch from your everyday shoes into cozy and lightweight footwear ideal for wearing around the house
- HIGHEST QUALITY Neoprene fabric is used to make these moccasin-style booties water and skid resistant
- 4-way stretching allow these slippers to accommodate all foot sizes and shapes while also providing maximum comfort
I hate wearing shoes on flights! I feel like I cannot get comfortable with my shoes on, and after I put on my compression socks, I don’t want to walk around in stocking feet on an airplane. These are the best thing to slip on when you need to visit the restroom or just stretch your legs. They fold up to the size of a pair of socks and are so comfortable.
They are useful beyond the airplane too! They are great if you want to use them to walk around your hotel, and they can double as water shoes because they are breathable mesh.
Great for anyone and everyone!
Passport Cover
- Durable and Soft: The passport holder is made of synthetic leather both on the exterior and interior. This not only provides a comfortable touch but also...
- RFID Blocking: The built-in RFID Blocking feature adds another layer of security by helping prevent the disclosure of personal account information. This is...
- Big Capacity: The passport holder is equipped with practical slots that are designed to hold your passport, business cards, credit cards, and boarding passes...
I used to think, “Why would anyone need a cover for a passport??” But the reason this one is so awesome is because there is room to put your passport, ID, credit cards, and airline ticket in one slim place. I hate digging out my wallet at the airport and hanging on to my ticket with another hand. Now, I put everything I will need at the airport in one place and just hang on to that. It truly makes the airport so much easier!
Great for travelers who want to be more organized, or organized at all!
Luggage Tags
- Travel Bags for Luggage: Luggage tags measure 4.2 x 2.5 inches and information cards measure 3.5 x 2.05 inches, You can change the information card as needed...
- Luggage Identifiers: These suitcase tags are made of soft, flexible PVC silicone material with fade-resistant colors. 15 colors, each representing a different...
- Name Tags for Backpacks: You can choose different colors of suitcase tags to mark your luggage so that you can identify your luggage faster. It is compact and...
If your loved ones insist on hanging on to their black hard-to-identify suitcase, help them out with some brightly colored luggage tags. These come in 7 highly visible colors and are stylish to boot!
Great for anyone who wants to be reunited with their luggage at the end of a flight!
Hikepro Day Pack
- LIGHTWEIGHT SMALL BACKPACK: This lightweight travel backpack weighs only 0.73 pounds but has a capacity of 10 liters, allows you to pack some essentials with...
- CELL PHONE POUCH: The zippered pocket on the left shoulder strap will hold a cell phone screen up to 7 inches, and on the other side is an anti-theft pocket...
- FOLDABLE DAYPACK: Packs up super small. The folded size is only 6.5inch x 7.5inch. You can easily pack it in your suitcase or backpack.
A day pack is a necessity for exploring a new city, forest, jungle, or playground. This one is great because it takes up almost no room in your suitcase or carry-on. It is also waterproof, tear-resistant nylon, carries 2 water bottles and still has enough room for a couple of jackets and snacks.
Great for families traveling together and moms and dads who are tired of hearing, “Will you just hold my jacket for a minute?”
TORRAS Coolify Portable Air Conditioner Neck Fan
- [Stay Cool with COOLIFY this summer] TORRAS is the pioneering expert in neck air conditioners. Since 2020, the company has been dedicated to researching...
- [Instant Cool Relief] TORRAS COOLiFY personal air conditioner features the Ku Peltier Radiator, which is the secret to this neck AC device. The blood vessels...
- [Dual Vertical Air vents, High-Speed Airflow]The COOLIFY neck fan's 3D Airflow Design features 36 air vents that offer an immersive cooling experience. The...
The TORRAS Coolify Portable Air Conditioner Neck Fan is a battery-operated personal fan that cools you by circulating air in front of your neck. This one uses the power of semiconductor cooling with blades and features three speeds to give you flexibility when needed!
Jewelry Organizer
- HIGH CAPACITY: 2 rows with snap to store your rings, A detachable ear stud holder for 9 pairs earrings or eardrop, 4 zipper pockets(3 transparent) for your...
- SMART DESIGN: 3 straps with snaps and bottom pocket to keep necklaces or chain from tangling. The magic strap is designed to keep necklaces in place.
- EASY TO CARRY: Lightweight and foldaway jewelry bag keep everything neat and tidy without taking up too much space in your handbag, luggage, backpack. Ideal...
I used to just throw my jewelry in a Ziploc bag and toss that in the bottom of my suitcase. Then I would spend way too long untangling necklaces from earrings, breaking more than a few pieces. I didn’t want another big bulky item, and then I found this organizer. It is the perfect size to carry enough jewelry for a week or two. It keeps things organized and folds up to the size of Ziploc bag.
Great for women who travel light!
Veken Packing Cubes
- Stress-Free Traveling: Packing cubes help sort, organize, and quickly locate items, reducing the stress of packing. Keep your belongings in order, and avoid the...
- Premium Sturdy Materials: Crafted with twill polyester fabric for lasting durability. These packing cubes feature precise stitching and smooth, reliable zippers...
- Seamless Zippers: Sturdy metal two-way zippers glide smoothly, reducing jamming and snags. Built for long-lasting performance, ensuring hassle-free packing and...
Veken is a reputable brand that manufactures the best packing tubes for travel. Veken uses 290D nylon fabrics to manufacture packing cubes, making them 26% thicker and more resistant. These packing cubes are waterproof and protect your clothes and other items from moisture, heat, and water.
Sleep mask and earplug combo
These are great for airplane or airport layovers. My husband likes the mask so much that he has the same pair for home so he can sleep while I am writing blog posts late at night! This is a great combo because it comes in a protective sleeve that stows well in the front zipper pocket of my Veegul carry-on (see above).
Great for people who take red-eye flights or have spouses who are night owls!
Travelon Women’s Anti-Theft Bag
- Built-in 5-Point Anti-Theft security system to protect you from pickpockets and thieves.
- It includes a slash-resistant mesh inner lining in all 4 sides and bottom body panels; slash-resistant strap; locking compartments; and RFID blocking organizer...
- Cross-body bag in slash-proof construction featuring angled pocket flap, locking compartments, and silver-tone logo plaque at corner
Travelon is one of the most reputable brands in the market. The anti-theft bag by Travelon has various features, including safety elements, to protect your belongings and prevent thieves from stealing your essential items. This purse-type bag is small enough to keep your eye on it the entire time you are wearing it! You can wear it as a cross-body bag as well.
OREZI Cute Kid’s Toddler Backpack
- Size: 10(L)x4(w)x12(H) inches/25.4cm(L)x10.2cm(W)x30.5cm(H)
- Material: High quality backpack ,durable and lightweight twill cloth,machine washable
- Roomy Compartment:Cute backpack to store your kids snacks and toys/items,One main pockets can storage A4 books,2 handy and safe side pockets easily fits thermos...
OREZI backpack for 2 year old is made of 100% pure polyester material, making it the best backpack for toddlers. The product comes with a detachable chest strap and has multiple compartments and pockets to store and organize different things to meet your toddler’s needs. It is a lightweight, durable, stylish, and comfortable product for your toddler.
Osprey Daylight Sling
Travelers who want a good entry-level sling that is comfortable to use and hold water bottles, wallets, tickets, headphones and more. Very lightweight making it a great day-trip sling.
Great For: Travelers; Day to Day use, Day Trippers
Advantages: The exterior zip pocket provides quick access to your phone while you’re on the go and the Osprey even has a small strap pocket. This sling backpack transitions beautifully from day hikes into evening adventures by detaching the strap making it easy to bring along with you wherever life takes you!
- Breathable, anatomically shaped single shoulder strap with stretch mesh pocket
- Front zippered stretch mesh storage pocket
- Large zippered main compartment
Audible Subscription
Audible is a monthly subscription for audiobooks. I have been a member for the past 7 years and have “read” over 100 books in that time! We download new books that the whole family will enjoy before we go on long road trips, and it makes the time fly! Some of our family favorites are: The Harry Potter Series, Holes, A Wrinkle in Time, The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. We also listened to Anne of Green Gables on our trip to Prince Edward Island.
Need ideas for books for Family Road Trips check out our article on Best Books for Family Road Trips.
Great for families who road trip together, long-distance airline travel, or anyone with a long commute.
CityPASS
Give them the gift of sightseeing! Whether you are traveling to a new city or rediscovering your own, CityPASS makes a great gift. The New York CityPASS includes The Empire State Building, the American Museum of Natural History, the MOMA, Top of the Rock, the Statue of Liberty and one other choice. All for a 42% discount!
CityPass is available in many major cities. We recently used it in Toronto and saved a lot in admission fees to the major sites.
Great for families who want to see all the highlights in a city and want to save some money doing it!
Travel Items for the Home
Scratch off map
- Cartographic Detail World Map with States + USA Scratch Poster: Scratch off travel map world and USA destinations to reveal the colorful political map...
- World Wall Map: 17(h) x 22(w) inches + USA Map: 11(h) x 17(w) inches . Featuring countries in different colors and their boundaries, cities. Scratch the USA map...
- World Scratch off Map Traveler Gift: This scratch off map of the world is a great gift for your favorite adventurer to plan a trip on the world map wall poster...
My oldest has a scratch-off map on his wall, and we have all really enjoyed watching the map change as we travel more and more. Simply scratch off the gold overlay with a coin to reveal the country or state underneath.
Great for families who want to see the entire world and celebrate each new country or state.
50 States, 5000 Ideas
- National Geographic (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 288 Pages - 02/07/2017 (Publication Date) - National Geographic (Publisher)
This fabulous book is one of my favorites for travel inspiration! Check out things to do in every state in the US. Some are things you may have heard of but many are things you would struggle to find elsewhere. My kids enjoy it as much as I do!
Great for families with wanderlust or road-trippers who want to stop in every state!
Travel Calendar
- To Travel is to Live: This calendar lets you explore and experience the most gorgeous places without leaving home! Vibrant cities, spectacular landscapes,...
- Organization Essential: Hang this 12 month calendar in your office or home so your schedule is always visible! Opening to 24”x12”, each large grid provides...
- Straightforward Design: The timeless layout makes this calendar simple to use! Ample writing space is provided and a bonus spread with a 4-month view of January...
This calendar is gorgeous! You will be enchanted year-round by the vintage graphic illustrations of cities around the world. Most are worthy of framing once the month has passed, so you can also create a gallery wall of beautiful art when you are done with 2019!
Great for travel inspiration year-round!
Travel Jewelry
This bracelet is fun and in the style of other popular bangles. Wearing it will remind you of trips past and the trips you are planning right now. The workmanship on this bracelet is really good. The charms are very detailed and make a nice jangling sound when you move.
Great for the jewelry-loving travelers in your life!
Beautiful Umbrella
A beautiful umbrella for travel is not something most people would buy for themselves. Give them something beautiful for when it rains.
I hope our list of the best gifts for travelers helps you pick out an amazing gift for a loved one this year!
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Great suggestions. I will include the jewelry organizer in my letter to Santa this year..
It’s a great little product! I hope you like it as much as I do.