For those in your life that love to travel, there are so many gifts that will bring them joy. Whether you’re shopping for a travel newbie or first-class traveler, there are plenty of great ideas to help ease all the headaches of traveling and make their adventures fun and a little more comfortable.
You could also give your favorite traveler special mementos and experiences to celebrate past trips and anticipate future expeditions. Whatever type of traveler you’re shopping for, there’s something here to suit their wanderlust.
We’ve included items of varying price points so you can find an affordable gift or luxury item for that special someone. To help make your holiday shopping easier, all items we have selected are available on Amazon, links included.
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Plane Travel Aids and Comfort
I found this great travel bag that fits under the seat and has many side pockets to tuck things like your passport or boarding pass in, so you don’t have to open the whole bag. The wheels are non-negotiable for me. Not only does it have a strap on bag that you can use to hook it to other luggage, but it has a USB charging port. This bag is one your traveler may not know they need but will love after they use it.
I find that planes can get chilly sometimes and they’re never comfortable when you want to sleep. This travel blanket serves as both a blanket for warmth, and when folded you can use it as a pillow. It also has a clip to hook on your suitcase or backpack.
If your traveler likes to keep the noise from the plane and other passengers out, then these quiet comfort headphones are just the thing for them.
Soundcore Noise Cancelling Headphones
I just found this cup holder that attaches to your luggage handle, and I think this is an awesome idea! This is a great way to hold your drink while you’re moving around and need your hands. If you’re looking for something unique, I’d say this is a great choice.
My kindle is my favorite thing to take on my trips. Not only are they great for reading, but they also double as an ipad. I use it for my email, apps, etc. I have the kindle fire, but if you’re just looking for a reader, the kindle paperwhite is a good bet.
Kindle fire 10 or Kindle paperwhite
Hotel Helpers: Things to make your hotel stay better
One of the things we have found over the years is that some hotel rooms just don’t have enough outlets for both of us, so I found this great travel size power strip with 3 outlets and 3 USB ports. It has come in really handy especially when we both have our laptops.
I saw this advertised recently and I think it is such a great idea! I may have to buy one for myself. Basically, you pack it and put it in your suitcase, then just hang it when you get to the hotel. No more digging through your suitcase to find things! Perfect for longer stays.
Tabitora travel luggage organizer
I forever wish I would have had brought my slippers or warm socks when I’m in the hotel room. The bathroom floor is always cold and these are so soft that they are comfortable and keep your feet warm. Just something to help feel warm and fuzzy!
This is one of my favorite things to take on trips. Most times hotel bathrooms don’t have much counter space and being able to hang this in the bathroom makes it nice so that I have all of my “stuff” I need easily available.
If the traveler you’re shopping for is a world traveler, this universal adapter is the perfect gift for them! I’ve only traveled out of the country once, but I remember everyone telling me how I had to have an adapter for things like my curling iron, etc. and I’m really glad I listened because I would have been in a world of hurt without it.
Saving memories and fun adventures
If your traveler enjoys visiting National Parks, like we do, this is a great gift! Not only is it pocket size so it’s easy to pack and keep with you, but it has a map of all the parks in both the US and Canada. There’s space to put your park stamps, take notes and add photos. Great for memories.
Legend National Parks Passport
Everyone loves capturing those great moments and views and this iPhone tripod stand helps get great pictures and selfies too! It folds so that it’s easy to pack and makes a perfect gift. One of those things you may not buy for yourself but would love to have one.
If your traveler is someone who likes to plan ahead and/or is very organized, this is for them! It has pages for packing, planning a budget, and any information they want to remember to help them plan their perfect getaway! It’s also pocket size so it’s easy to take with you.
Taking a travel journal with me on our trips is one of my favorite things to have so I can jot notes to remember all the fun places we see. This is especially great for road trips where you can jot things down as you’re riding along new roads you’re exploring. I like this one because it’s not too big, so it fits in the glove compartment, so I have easy access to it. This is a great gift for your travelers that want to preserve their memories.
Something unique is a scratch off wall map that your traveler can hang on their wall and keep track of their journeys. It’s especially fun if they have children so the whole family can get involved. If you’re looking for something no one else will get them, this is a great choice!
Final Thoughts
When you’re looking for a gift for someone who loves to travel, there are so many options to choose from. These are some of the things that we have found to be helpful or things that we enjoy having on our trips. Hopefully these ideas have inspired you to find the perfect gift.
More ways to save your memories
We hope to help you plan your next trip, find the perfect gift for your favorite traveler or find ways to keep your memories forever. We always hope to inspire you to find your adventures, have lots of fun and make many memories.