Are you looking for some awesome gift ideas for someone who loves traveling? Look no further! I have compiled a list of gifts for travelers that are fun and practical. Awesome gifts they will ACTUALLY use and love. This guide is great for the holidays, birthdays, or an upcoming trip abroad. A gift for every type of travel lover.
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Gifts For The Minimalistic Traveler
1. Packing Cubes 19$
This one is on everybody and their mama’s packing lists, because it really is that useful. I have mastered packing light with these precious cubes.
2. Headphones 13$
This two-pack headphones are compatible with Apple and Android phones. I accidentally cut one of my headphones during a pruning accident, and the second pair was a life saver! 2 pairs for 13$ is a steal.
3. Microfiber Towel 16$
When I traveled to Iceland, this microfiber towel saved me money and kept me dry. They’re easy to hang dry and can use as a curtain for hostel shared bunk beds.
4. Toiletry Bag 25$
You can pack all your toiletry needs and hang this bag on bathroom doors. Keeping everything together in one place and organized is a must for minimalistic travelers.
5. Lush Tea Tree Toner 11$
When we’re on the road, sometimes you just don’t have the time to wash your face twice a day. This refreshing spray has saved me from breaking out and has helped me cool down during my Southeast Asia travels. I don’t travel without it now.
Gifts For The Environmentally Conscious Traveler
1. Reusable Water Bottle 21$
This 32oz Embrava Sports water bottle has a flip top leak proof lid that is BPA free & eco-friendly. Perfect for your environmentally conscious traveler. This is great for taking on flights, hikes, and bike rides.
2. Reusable Bamboo Utensils 11$
This travel utensil set comes with a cute carrying case. There’s so much plastic waste when traveling and dining out, this is a great way to minimize an individual’s plastic footprint and it’s easy to pack for long-term traveling.
3. Kindle Paperwhite E-reader 129$
Gone are the days of carrying multiple paperbacks. The Kindle e-reader is every traveler’s life saver from boredom and packing heavy. You can load hundreds of books on this lightweight reader and the battery life is amazing.
4. Menstrual Cup 19$
This one is for all the lady travelers. The plastic waste and not to mention toxicity from traditional menstrual products are insane. This gift would be a blessing for your go-green lady traveler. Help with the environment and keep your feminine hygiene 110%.
5. Biodegradable Soap 8$
This Sierra Dawn outdoor soap is environmentally safe, all purpose, and comes with essential oils to deter insects. Perfect for long term traveling and the outdoors.
Gifts For The Adventure Seeker
1. Camping Cookware Kit 25$
This Gold Armour 10-17Pcs Camping Cookware is lightweight, compact, and comes with everything you need for all your campfire cooking. Perfect for the lover of outdoors!
2. GoPro || Prices may vary
I’ll leave these options here for you. It’s tough to pick one as you may find the best choice based on your budget and your traveler’s needs. There are several versions of GoPro and even though there are some knockoff versions of it on the market, I’d still say this would be a top choice for an action-camera. Adventure junkies can strap this baby onto their body as well as film underwater.
3. Teton Sports Backpack 69$
This 55 liters Scout3400 backpack is an internal frame pack that has a fully adjustable fit in the torso and waist and is suitable for both men and women. Weighs just 2kg and has a sewn-in rain cover. Also under 100 dollars?! This is definitely an affordable backpack with great reviews, a gem to find in midst of packs that costs hundreds of dollars.
4. Headlamp 13$
This Foxelli headlamp/flashlight has an adjustable head strap, is lightweight and waterproof. This is great for camping, hiking and being outdoors. And will also come in handy for travelers staying in hostel dorms. I’ve had to pack in the dark because I didn’t want to disturb my roommates, this would have been so useful.
5. Waterproof Dry Bag 18$
This Earth Pak dry bag is great for keeping a traveler’s belongings safe if they’re going to be doing any water sports such as rafting, boating, kayaking, snorkeling, diving, or just visiting the beach. This bag also comes with a free waterproof phone case.
6. Ultra Light Down Vest 40$
I love this Uniqlo super light and compact down vest. It also comes with a bag that lets you roll the vest into a super small size. It’s lightweight but makes the world of difference when it’s cold outside.
7. Super Compact Sleeping Bag 25$
This is so perfect for travelers looking to pack light for their outdoors trip. Or for long-term travelers staying in hostels and dorms. It’s super compact and tiny to fit into a backpack and it’s sturdy and provides warmth and comfort.
8. Hammock 26$
What more blissful thing is there to do than laying out or falling asleep on a swinging hammock. This XL Gold Armour Camping Hammock is super lightweight, compact for packing, and comes with all the accessories needed to get that perfect hammock set up.
Gifts For The Cautious Traveler
1. Anti-theft Bag | Starting from 37$
This Travelon bag is great for men and women. I bought a Travelon anti-theft bag for my trip and I felt so much more at ease while roaming through crowded streets. This bag is slash-proof, you can lock up the zippers so pickpockets can’t reach inside, and it fits A LOT of stuff.
2. Travel Insurance | Click to get a quote
After flights and accommodation, the most expensive but necessary item is travel insurance. I know a lot of people go without it and just hope for the best. However, I’ve also heard horror stories of travelers getting small or big injuries and having travel insurance makes the world of difference. World Nomads is a trusted service by seasoned travelers, and you can get a quote and gift this amazing and thoughtful aid for your travel lover.
3. Universal Adapter 20$
This adapter has an all in one design, so it’s easy to pack and easy to use. It covers outlets for over 150 countries such as U.S.A, Canada, Mexico, Germany, Japan, China, Korean, India, Italy and much more…What I love about this particular adapter is that it has USB ports that allows you to charge multiple devices and at the same time charge your bigger electronics like a laptop!
4. Travel Door Alarm 9$
This little door stopper can make A LOT of noise. This is great for travelers who are staying in accommodations that seem a bit sketchy. If they’re keeping their luggages in a private room or feel iffy about someone coming into the room at night, this door alarm will scare the crap out of an intruder and also alarm the traveler.
5. First Aid Kit 11$
This first aid kit is lightweight and small but packs 92 medical grade supplies inside! Including bandages, scissors, plaster, Emergency blanket, moleskin pad and more to treat most minor illnesses and injuries. A must have for your cautious traveler and to show you’re looking out for them even from afar. awww.
6. Item Locator 20$
Ever forgotten and left your wallet or keys in a restaurant? I could gift this to so many people, not just travelers. You stick a little locator on your keys, wallets, or luggage, then use your phone to sync them up and track it by wifi! Say goodbye to misplaced items and that forgetful memory.
Gifts For The Luxury Traveler
1. Passport Cover 10$
Choose from 17 different styles of passport cover from Eccolo World Traveler. You can find the one that suits your traveler’s personality the most. This gift will spruce up their travel-in-style game, and they’ll thank you for it.
2. Airplane Plane (that actually works) 29$
This Trtl Pillow is apparently the new “IT” travel pillow on the market. It’s not like your traditional bulky one that offers no real support and takes up way too much space. The Trtl Pillow is much easier to pack, super lightweight, and actually gives your neck and head the proper support. Help get your traveler a good night’s sleep on planes, trains, or buses. It also helps that this pillow looks like a scarf, comfortable and cute!
3. Wireless Headphones 27$
You can find the perfect wireless headphones for him and her. These headphones are comfortable and foldable, with 20 hour playtime, Hi-Fi Stereo and bluetooth to connect to any phones or tablets. Oh, and it comes with a mic! No more getting strangled with headphone cords or noisy neighbors on the plane. All of these perks for under 30?! Can someone send me pair please.
4. Fuji Instax 57$
Yes everybody is going old school these days. What a better way to capture memories than with instant photos? Your luxury travel friend will love this gift. The perfect way to remember all the best travel stories and also use it later as wall decorations.
5. Moisturizing Face Mask 9$
Korean skincare are what all the buzz is all about today. Not to mention it comes at such affordable prices! This pack of 10 face masks can help keep your traveler’s skin hydrated and beautiful on those long flights. They’re also lightweight and super easy to stuff into that carry on bag.
6. Travel Perfume set for him and her 19$-30$
We all want to smell nice and it’s especially important when we’re traveling on long haul flights or walking around in cities all day. I personally picked out those 2 sets, and feel so proud to finally use my experience in fragrance retail to help you choose the best scents for traveling! For her, I choose the Clinique 3 piece travel set. These sets are light, fresh and smells like happiness. For him, I chose Hermes 5 piece sample set, these scents are super manly, woody, and not too sweet or overpowering to knock someone out.
7. Classy Travel Tote Bag 35$
This gorgeous and classic weekender bag is perfect for both men and women. It’s the perfect piece of carry-on luggage, you can fit all your essentials inside and look good carrying it. Amazing choice for both long trips and short ones!
8. Silk Eye Mask 9$
This Alaska Bear eye mask is ideal for those long flights where the light always comes on when you’re trying to sleep. It’s also great for migraine headaches, dry-eyes and the material is breathable, hypoallergenic silk which allows healthy oxygen in while keeping dry air out. Perfect for being on the road, and correcting that jet lag.
Bonus. External Battery 31$
I have bought two of these (one was stolen from me once). I swear by it and it has kept me charged and ready to go while traveling. This Anker PowerCore battery gives about 3 full Iphone charges and has multiple USB outlets to charge several devices at once. I would recommend getting one of these for ANY type of traveler.
Gifts For the Travel Content Creator or Digital Nomad
1. Tripod 23$
An essential item for photographers and videographers! This handy tripod is foldable so it’s easy to carry and comes with its own portable bag. Amazing for getting those time-lapse shots or taking a selfie for solo travelers.
2. SD Card 19$
Oh baby, this one is SO important. I had to delete precious footage while traveling because I ran out of SD cards. I would advise travel content creators to get this in bulk! For example it’s hard to find a brand you like on the road, or it may be incredibly expensive. This is the SD card I personally use and trusts. Perfect for both photos and videos.
3. Canon G7x Mark ii 599$
When I bought this popular vlogging camera, I researched high and low and ended up going with the Canon G7X Mark ii. I have used it for all my photos and vlogging needs. It’s perfect because you can flip the screen over, up and down, so you can see what you’re filming or shooting. You can also see yourself when you’re talking into the camera, perfect for catching something in your teeth. Not to mention when I bought this camera it was nearly 700$! I would absolutely recommend this super compact but powerful camera for traveling and creating. It still remains one of top vlogging cameras on the market!
4. Joby Gorilla Pod 25$
What’s that alien thing with the tentacles you ask? It’s sort of like a mini tripod so it’s lightweight and easy to pack. It can hook or mold itself onto different structures, so you can film anywhere. No tripod? Hook this thing to a tree or railing nearby and you’re all set to go! It’s also great for handheld vlogging as it helps create some distance so your face isn’t the only thing your camera can see.
5. Drone | Prices may vary
I also decided to let you choose this one. DJI Drones are one of the best on the market. Yes it’s a big ticket item, but this will up your traveler’s creative game to the next level. In fact, could someone buy me one please? (Thanks in advance)
6. Seagate 4TB External Hard Drive 95$
This is also a life saver for saving large files and photos/videos. I bought one and back up my laptop every so often to make sure all my files and data are safe. It’s also great for keeping large files so it doesn’t clutter up that laptop and make it crash God forbid. This also comes in 2TB size. I trust Seagate and I would highly recommend it. Compatible with both Mac and PC!
7. Moleskin Planner 22$
If your traveler is a digital nomad or content creator, then they must keep track of SO MANY THINGS all the time. This planner can help with that! It’s so nice to actually write out important dates and deadlines, plus travel plans. I love moleskin products, the quality is tip top and it looks so sleek and classy.
8. Electric Cord Organizer 18$
As a creative traveler, you’ll be carrying a ton of electronics and cords. This is an amazing padded packing cube to keep all of that organized inside one bag. No one searching high and low for that missing charger!
BONUS: ExpressVPN | Prices may vary depending on plan
A VPN encrypts your Internet connection, so if you’re connected to unsecured public Wi-Fi no one will be able to see your data because it would be encrypted. This protects you from getting your information stolen! This saved me from going insane while traveling in China, I was able to use Google services and social media apps such as Instagram and Facebook – otherwise blocked in China. I also used ExpressVPN to stream Netflix in countries that doesn’t have availability! What an amazing gift!
BONUS: Changing Pods 33$
This one is for all the Instagram Influencers out there. I know people get REAL serious about getting those gram photos, and a lot of people struggle with changing outfits in public. This changing pod takes care of all the problems! It’s also portable, and packs easily.
Gifts For The Inspired Traveler
1. Scratch Map 28$
This gorgeous world map is the perfect gift for your travel lover. He or she can scratch off places off as they go! This is a great way to savor memories of the destinations they’ve visited and the ones they will see.
2. Travel Planner 14$
“Always Take The Scenic Route” – This gift will surely inspire your traveler to keep forging on with their world discoveries. Perfect for inspiration and future travel planning!
3. National Geographic | Destinations of a Life Time 21$
Gift this book to keep inspiring your traveler to make their dreams come true. This Nat Geo book lists 225 of the world’s most amazing places. Also perfect for the coffee table of a travel lover!
4. Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Travel 17$
This book features Lonely Planet‘s list of 500 Best Places to See. Just flipping through the book will surely encourage any traveler to book their next adventure.
5. Travel Inspiration Wall Art 9$
“I Haven’t Been Everywhere But It’s On my List” – me too! This would be such a cute piece of wall decor for any travel lovers. Perhaps people looking to do an around-the-world trip. Interior design and travel goals collide in one!
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I hope this post helped you choose the perfect gift for your travel lover! If you STILL need a little help, read my post for my favorite movies that inspires wanderlust.
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So many awesome ideas on this list! I want to start shopping for myself. haha
right? haha this post took me so long and the whole time I was thinking, I want this and this and this, I WANT IT ALL😂