Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Travellers
Does finding a travel-related gift feel challenging for you? Because it does for me.
There are all sorts of travel-related gifts to keep the wanderlust in our hearts alive, whether it’s from armchair travelling, galavanting the globe, or uncovering local hidden gems.
Looking for a special gift for the traveller in your life? Here’s some inspiration to get you started!
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Some of these I have, and some of these I want (hint hint, family!😂). They’re useful for everyday activities, and since a lot of us have been sticking to local day trips or exploring our own towns, some of these are great for hiking and road trips, too.
There’s something for every budget here, so no doubt you’ll find that perfect gift for the travel lover in your life, and maybe one for yourself too!😉
23andMe Ancestry Kit
- WHAT YOU GET: At-home DNA test kit with access to 80+ personalized reports. Our innovative ancestry composition estimates your ancestry to the 0.1%…
- ANCESTRY FEATURES: Dig deeper into your ancestry with the most comprehensive ancestry breakdown. Go back in time with the Ancestry Timeline to gain a…
- TRAIT REPORTS: Do you have freckles, a taste aversion to cilantro, perfect musical pitch, prefer sweet or salty, have a fear of heights, or get more…
The 23andme DNA test is one of the coolest things I’ve ever done. With a simple saliva swab, you’re able to uncover reports filled with a comprehensive ancestry breakdown and over 30 traits.
You’ll learn about your origins, find out where your ancestors lived, discover how much Neanderthal DNA you carry, and discover relatives and DNA relationships around the world.
Ps. You can also upgrade to the Health test too – which will give you a breakdown of health predispositions and carrier statuses.
Mini Cork Globe
- Pin Your Memories, Map Your Dreams: Our 6-inch cork globe with push pins isn’t just decor—it’s your personal travel map. Mark visited places, plan future adventures, and display cherished mementos with 50 colorful pins.
- Spin the World, Spark Your Wanderlust: With its smooth rotating design and sturdy steel stand, this push pin globe brings geography to life. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, from kids to adults.
- Every Pin Tells a Story: Transform your space with a conversation starter that doubles as stylish decor. This unique travel globe with pins adds a touch of worldly sophistication to any home office or living area.
- Color Your World, One Pin at a Time: Unlike a traditional world map globe, our cork surface lets you customize your world map. Track travels, set goals, or create a vibrant bucket list—the possibilities are as vast as your imagination.
- Small Globe, Big Impact: Compact enough for any desk yet detailed enough for serious travel planning. This earth globe is the perfect gift for kids, adventurers, educators, and anyone with a case of wanderlust.
A new spin (haha get it? I just did) on the traditional globe. Since it comes with 50 push pins, it leaves a lot to the imagination in figuring out where your travel lover will want to go next.
A unique conversation piece, and doesn’t take up a lot of room!
Kindle Paperwhite
- The lightest and most compact Kindle, now with a 300 ppi high-resolution display for sharp text and images.
- Read comfortably with a glare-free, paper-like display. The adjustable front light and dark mode make reading effortless, day and night.
- Get lost in your story. Tune out messages, emails, and social media with a distraction-free device specifically made for reading.
Each time we travel, I usually pack at least 2-3 books, which as we all know, take up a lot of space and weight, especially if you’re just travelling with a carry-on.
A Kindle is lightweight, and now has new features including waterproof and with backlighting, so it makes for the perfect travel accessory for avid readers, whether they’re at home or travelling.
Save the space and some money, since e-books generally cost a lot less than paperbacks or hardcovers!
LifeStraw Go Water Filter Bottle
- Protects Against Bacteria: Filters out 99.999999% of bacteria including E.coli and Salmonella.
- Removes Parasites: Filters out 99.999% of parasites like Giardia and Cryptosporidium.
- Removes Microplastics: Filters out 99.999% of microplastics, chlorine and other chemicals.
This is one of the best inventions ever made. The LifeStraw filters 99.9999 (shall I continue?) percent of waterborne bacteria and parasites. It reduces odour, chlorine and has no aftertaste. It accomplishes this without any chemicals or iodines and uses a microfiltration membrane to filter all the nasties out.
This is an awesome gift for camping, hiking, travelling, backpacking, and emergencies. Travel aside – I believe everyone should have one of these. You never know when you may need it!
And, for every LifeStraw purchased, a child in a developing community will receive safe drinking water for a whole school year.
Bluetooth Headphones
- Powerful Bass: soundcore P20i true wireless earbuds have oversized 10mm drivers that deliver powerful sound with boosted bass so you can lose yourself in your favorite songs.
- Personalized Listening Experience: Use the soundcore app to customize the controls and choose from 22 EQ presets. With “Find My Earbuds”, a lost earbud can emit noise to help you locate it.
- Long Playtime, Fast Charging: Get 10 hours of battery life on a single charge with a case that extends it to 30 hours. If P20i true wireless earbuds are low on power, a quick 10-minute charge will give you 2 hours of playtime.
I use my Bluetooth headphones almost daily, whether it’s for working out or actual work, these headphones are amazing and don’t get in the way of anything. They also block out outside noise!
Small and easy to pack, these are perfect for future flights, too.
Whiskey Decanter Globe Set
- IMPRESS WITH THIS TRULY UNIQUE GIFT: The Globe Decanter Set will make anyone admire the artfully detailed antique ship, beautifully set in the gold etched globe decanter & two whiskey glasses
- AN ABSOLUTE MUST DECANTER SET AND GLASSES: This decanter is a must-have for the adventurer or the true connoisseur. The whiskey glasses and etched decanter are an eloquent addition to this beautiful set. The Decanter holds up the 27 oz and the globe glasses hold 11 ounces of your favorite liquor.
- BEAUTIFUL WITH HANDCRAFTED DETAILS: Mahogany stained wood display and a unique antique ship inside with artfully crafted sails. The gold continents create a classy ambiance that you could have in your home bar today.
Is this not awesome? This is one gift I would definitely buy two of so I could keep one for myself!
This beautiful etched-glass decanter has a little antique ship inside and comes with two matching glasses.
Whiskey Decanter Airplane Globe Set
- Fly high with this hand blown elegant whiskey decanter dispenser featuring an etched globe design and airplane in the bottle will undoubtedly enhance your drinking experience while making a bold impression.
- Patented set includes whisky decanter with 2 matching globe design old fashioned whiskey glasses fitted onto a mahogany stained wooden airplane. Gold stopper adds a touch of class while keeping your spirits sealed.
- Lead free. Decanter capacity 650ml – Cocktail glass capacity 300ml.
As if the globe decanter wasn’t cool enough, there is an airplane one, too!
4K WIFI Sports Action Camera
- 📷Professional 4K Ultra HD Action Camera: Available in 4K / 30FPS, 2.7K / 30FPS, 1080P / 60FPS, 1080P / 30FPS, 720P / 60FPS and 720P / 120FPS video resolutions. With 16MP…
- 📷Wireless Wrist 2.4G Remote Control: Bring the remote control on your wrist, and install the action camera on the helmet or the place where it can’t be touched. It is…
- 📷2.0’’LCD WiFi Action Camera: Use APP/APK to keep and share your exciting sports moments on your phone or tablet, WiFi signal range up to 10M(33 FT), 2.0’’LCD HD…
I’m a huge proponent of playing with new electronics at home before going on trips, so now would be a great time to gift a new piece of technology (or test out yourself!) at home.
This camcorder can record 90 minutes of activity, is waterproof to 100 feet, and is lightweight. You can’t beat it for the price.
Camping Cookware Kit
- Best Money Ever Spent: The 9 pieces camping cookware kit includes 1 mini stove + 2 aluminum non-stick pots + 1 spoon + 1 fork + 1 knife + 1 stainless…
- Anti-slip & anti-heat handles: The anti-slip pot handles and the silicone cup protector are all anti-heat and can effectively protect your hands from…
- Convenient & Incredibly Durable: The mini stove can be folded to save space. So do the handles on the pots. Build with non-toxic anodized aluminum and…
For travellers who are exploring close to home for the forseeable future, this camping cookware kit is ideal for hiking, picnicking and camping.
This 10 piece kit comes with everything needed for an outdoor meal. All that’s needed is the gas for the mini-stove.
FitBit
- Includes all Versa Lite Edition features plus: store and play 300 plus songs, utilize on screen workouts that play on your wrist and coach you through every move and track…
- Track your all day activity, 24/7 heart rate, & sleep stages, all with a 4 plus day battery life (varies with use and other factors), charge time (0 to 100 percent): two…
- Use 15 plus exercise modes like run or swim (Fitbit versa is water resistant to 50 meters, we do not recommend wearing charge 3 in a hot tub or sauna.) To record workouts and…
Ever since we got back from one of our Europe trips when we walked for hours each day, I wanted a way to keep track of my activity since the Health app on my iPhone didn’t register my steps correctly. That’s when I got my FitBit!
That trip was over 3 years ago and I still wear my FitBit daily. With features like a heart-rate monitor and sleep tracking, any traveller would appreciate this.
How much sleep did I get during that flight? Am I really that jetlagged? How many miles did we walk today so I can have an extra plate of pasta? These are important questions we need answered.😂
Travel Board Game
- Great Gift Idea – Makes a unique and meaningful gift for kids and adults
- Experience New Cultures – Travel the world from your kitchen table during family game night.
- Good For All Ages – Whether you’re looking for fun family games, games for teens, or geography board games for kids, this game delivers. Grandparents, Adults, Teens, Tweens, Girls & Boys will all enjoy exploring the world together
Travel the world from home when we can’t travel with a travel-themed board game. Hey, it’s less expensive!😉
Hot Sauces of the World
- INTERNATIONAL COLLECTION – Let your taste buds take flight with 4 hot sauces inspired by different global flavors
- HOT SAUCE SET – Flavors are Puerto Rican Mango Habanero, Cuban Dream Green, Mexican Style and My Outback is Burning Orange Hot Sauce
- SPICE UP YOUR FOOD – Use to flavor chicken, add heat to meat dishes, or pair them with other savory meals
I love food and drink gifts, and for those who love trying new flavours and spices from around the world, a hot sauce gift set is a fun idea!
Coffee From Around the World
- The Perfect Potfulsin this gift are freshly ground and pre measured to make the perfect pot (8 to 10 cups)
- Conveniently packaged in stay fresh, nitrogen flushed foil packages
- Makes 100 to 120 total cups of brewed coffee
- The package dimension of the product is 6″L x 5″W x 4″H
- Specialty: variety-and-sampler-packs
Not all coffee is the same! Gift a coffee sampler from around the the world for new flavours. Move over, Tim Hortons!
Travel Inspired T-Shirt
- Life Is Short Buy The Ticket Take The Ride Travel Tee Shirt
- Life is too short to not live every second to it’s fullest. Cool design with travel items, sunglasses, ticket, airplane, bags, suitcase, map and more.
- Lightweight, Classic fit, Double-needle sleeve and bottom hem
I love travel shirts. And I own a lot of them.
I always wear one while we travel but now I wear them hiking. You can’t have too many! Keep the travel inspiration alive with these soft, cute travel-inspired t-shirts.
Customizable City Map Art
Gift your traveller map art of their favourite cities to remember their most-loved trips.
Travel Fund Piggy Bank
- CERAMIC COIN BANK: Our beautifully crafted piggy bank is the perfect blend of functionality and style. It is a practical accessory for storing your loose change or cash. The bank is an excellent decoration for the bedroom, living room, or kitchen.
- CUTE DECOR: This coin bank makes an excellent accent piece for your home or office. Pick from several designs to find the one just right for you.
- HIGH-QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: We crafted our money bank with sturdy ceramic, so you can use it for years without worrying about chipping, rusting, or fading.
I know for a fact our travel funds are going to be nice and fat after all this (if we’ve kept up with saving!).
I haven’t used cash since the beginning of this whole thing, so what better way to collect loose change than with a travel-themed piggy bank?
Hanging Toiletry Bag
- This travel toiletry bag has a unique design with 21 storage spaces. Its size of 8.5×4.7×10.2″ allows you to fit in all your items, while the metal hook makes it easy to hang anywhere.
- If you want a makeup bag, a cosmetic, or an accessories organizer, Boacay toiletry bag is for you. It is multifunctional, features metal zipper pulls, and it’s made of only high-quality materials.
- Keep your travel essentials organized and safe with our sturdy hanging toiletry bag. It is waterproof, washing resistant, and features a foam layer for additional bottle protection.
Staycations and local getaways are going to be hot this winter. This hanging toiletry bag keeps everything organized and accessible.
Infinity Scarf with Hidden Pockets
- Ultra Soft and Lightweight Comfort: Made from 100% polyester, our coral pink scarf is designed from high-quality material. It…
- Functional Zipper Pocket for Essential Convenience: Featuring a zipper pocket, our pocket scarf for women offer a unique…
- Trendy Pattern Design: Our women’s fashion scarves boasts a trendy quatrefoil shaped print available in multiple color…
Another great invention that I recommend to everyone. Serving dual-purpose of keeping your neck warm, it also has hidden pockets to avoid theft, and also to keep belongings tucked away (keys and phones) if a bag or purse isn’t worn.
Great for hikers this winter, or on future trips abroad.
Travel Tumbler
- SEAL IT IN: Leak-proof lid (when closed) for on-the-go convenience
- FOR THE LONG HAUL: THERMALOCK double-wall stainless steel insulation keeps drinks hot up to 7 hours or cold up to 18
- LEND A HAND: One-handed drinking with no lids or caps to remove or misplace
- PERFECT FIT: Fits car cup holders and under most single-serve brewers
- EASY CLEANUP: Top rack dishwasher-safe lid, handwash body
I’ve been sourcing out more sustainable and reusable gifts. This travel tumbler eliminates the need for single-use cups and is great for road trips, hiking, camping, and general travel.
Lots of patterns and colours to choose from! I use mine daily!
Mini Skin Care Moisturizing Kit
- SKIN CARE PRODUCTS: Pamper from head to toe with this giftable set including 6 travel size products: Honey & Grapeseed Oil…
- HANDS & FEET: Pamper and soothe dry rough cracked skin with moisturizing hand salve cuticle cream hand cream and rich foot…
- LIP MOISTURIZER: Made with Beeswax antioxidant rich Vitamin E and Pomegranate Oil this lip balm leaves lips looking and…
This mini moisturizer set is great for travel – whether its to work or on the road!
Travel-Sized Poo-Pourri
- Poo~Pourri in a Pinch Pack Toilet Spray Gift Set – Includes 5 units of 10mL spritzers of different scents. 5 different scents: Original Citrus, Lavender Vanilla, Tropical Hibiscus, Lavender Peppermint, Vanilla Mint and Royal Flush 1.4 Ounce
- A pure blend of natural essential oils that eliminates bathroom odor.
- SPRITZ THE BOWL BEFORE YOU GO AND NO ONE WILL EVER KNOW-The original Before-You-Go Toilet Spray that stops bathroom odors before they ever begin. Seriously! No more trying to mask odor already in the air.
This is always a crowd pleaser, and gets a lot of laughs too. But really, it’s one of the most practical gifts for at home or while travelling. Just trust me. You’ll thank me for it. 😂
They come in mini travel sizes too, which is awesome!
Travel-Themed Socks
- Essential for any sock drawer and the perfect way to express your razor-sharp eye for creativity and artistic excellence.
- Silence the fashion critics in socks that appeal to everyone from the fashionista to the art aficianado, or that someone on your gift list who has everything.
- Developed using the most advanced knitting methods in order to yield the most premium socks on the market.
Socks are the gift that we resented receiving as kids, but now can’t get enough of. I can’t even tell you how many fun socks I own, but every time I’m given a pair I get so excited.
Travel-themed socks are the perfect gift idea, whether it’s to remember a favorite destination, or perhaps a grand reveal for a future travel plan! (Here’s another hint for my husband. I would like the Paris ones please😂).
Wireless Mini Bluetooth Speaker
- IMPRESSIVE VOLUME AND BASS – A106Pro mini speaker is conveniently small but able to releasing crystal clear sound with…
- EASY TO CARRY – Weighing 6.2 ounces and measuringΦ1.89*H1.54 inches, along with the speaker, you will get a metal hook and a…
- LONG BATTERY LIFE – the built-in rechargeable battery ensures 5 hours of play time, and up to 8 hours at 50% volume. Just…
This is another practical gift, and we use ours all the time for our backyard campfires too. Whether it’s used for a daytrip to the beach, camping, or in a hotel room, this mini Bluetooth wireless speaker packs a punch.
Weighing less than a pound and a guaranteed 6 hours of play time, it’s the perfect gift for any time and anyone.
Fun Luggage Tags
- ✈【COLORFUL UNIQUE LUGGAGE TAGS SET】: Mziart travel luggage tags are made of soft durable PVC silicone material, soft and comfortable, and can avoid wearing the suitcase.
- ✈【EASY TO IDENTIFY LUGGAGE TAGS】: 4 different candy color travel luggage tags, colorful appearance is eye-catching enough to ensure that your luggage appears in the conveyor belt when you can recognize it at first sight.
- ✈【NOTE CARD WITH WATERPROOF FILM】: Cute luggage tags with replaceable information note for writing NAME and ADDRESS, easy tracking. And With a Waterproof Transparent Cover to keep your information from getting wet.
You can never give enough luggage tags. I have so many that I change up every so often (or I lose them!). I’m always on the hunt for bright and colourful unique luggage tags!
Portable Charger
- From INIU–the SAFE Fast Charge Pro: Experience the safest charging with over 38 million global users. At INIU, we use only…
- Market’s Thinnest 10000mAh: The market’s one and only 0.5-inch power bank that breaks the limit of 10000mAh, easily slipped…
- Only 5% Got USB-C IN&OUT: INIU is the only 5% of power banks got a USB-C IN&OUT port. Unlike others only recharge via USB-C…
Here’s another item we use constantly at home, on the road, at the office, hiking, etc. It’s so nice having a battery backup on the days when I just know I’m going to take a bunch of photos, and when I know there won’t be any access to power.
This is also one of those gifts I will give everyone, even if they don’t travel, because it’s so useful.
Travel Inspired Ornament
- Celebrate your wanderlust this holiday season with this World with Signs Ornament from Kurt Adler. This ornament features the…
- Kurt Adler specializes in beautifully detailed Christmas Ornaments and holiday seasonal decor designed exclusively with your…
- Create beautiful holiday memories to treasures for generations to come! Makes the perfect Gift for family and friends
As an avid ornament collector, it was a toss up between a cute travel-inspired ornament or one with toilet paper on it.😂
Airplane Bottle Opener
- “OUR ADVENTURE BEGINS!” – Let the Adventure Begin
- ADORABLE GIFT BOX – This airplane bottle opener comes in an adorable gift box, ready to be given away.
- PERFECT GIFT – For that special traveler always reminiscing of their world travels. Great gift for pilots, flight attendants or military veterans.
An airplane bottle opener is a cute (and practical!) gift for any wanderluster.
Door Stop Security Alarm
- ATTENTION-GRABBING: Extremely loud 120dB alarm helps wake/alert homeowner or renter when door pressure is applied, helping…
- MAXIMUM SECURITY: Non-skid pad prevents door from opening while alarm sounds; ideal for hotels, dorms, or front doors with a…
- EXTRA LEVEL OF SECURITY: Provides battery status update with a low battery indicator for east of mind
I love the idea of a door stop security alarm, especially for solo travellers.
It’s lightweight and easy to pack. Once wedged under the door, if any pressure comes in contact with it, an extremely loud alarm will sound and deter any intruder.
Portable UV Toothbrush Sanitizer
- Efficient UV Toothbrush Holder for Organized Oral Care: This advanced toothbrush holder features UV light technology designed to support cleanliness and organization for your toothbrush.
- Durable UV Toothbrush Holder Bulbs: Designed with long-lasting UV light bulbs for consistent performance during regular use, minimizing the need for frequent replacements.
- Portable UV Toothbrush Cleaner for Any Setting: Compact and lightweight, this toothbrush holder is ideal for home, travel, dorm rooms, or office use. It fits all manual toothbrushes and most electric toothbrush heads.
This practical gift is especially useful for this year, whether you’re gifting this to those who are staying at home, or for staycations and local getaways
This portable UV toothbrush sanitizer kills bacteria to prevent infectious diseases and eliminates up to 99.9% of the germs and bacteria on your toothbrush.
Travel Inspired Jewelry
- 【Necklace Meaning】 Even when you are far away from friend and family, You have the courage and power inside to navigate your own way. This necklace will remind enjoy the journey as you dream, and reach for your goals.
- 【Inspirational Message Card】 Start with a good quality greeting card to show that you value your girffriend, colleagues and more. We hope everyone get the best wishes and the sincere words from time to time pull at your heart.
- 【Size】Chain length 16.5in +1.9in and fashion necklace for women jewelry. Match with suitable apparel for different occasion.
This thoughtful gift is a small way to remind your travel lover to keep their dreams alive (and to help them navigate all the challenges this pandemic has brought us!).
Scrubba Portable Washing Machine
- FAST & CONVENIENT: Experience a machine quality wash in just minutes with our patented washboard-in-a-bag design. Perfect for…
- SO SMALL & LIGHT: Ultra-portable at only 5.3 oz. The Scrubba Wash Bag is the world’s smallest washing machine. This…
- EASY TO USE & NON ELECTRIC: Save space, water and time. Effortlessly wash clothes without electricity using our simple…
This is one of the most genius travel items I’ve ever encountered and I wish I’ve found out about this much sooner!
The Scrubba Portable Washing Machine is a portable, lightweight, and durable washing machine to do pieces of your laundry on the go!
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I come from a big family of travel enthusiasts so this list is gonna be very useful for gift shopping this year! I might get a few of these things for myself too, haha. Thanks for putting this together!
Thanks Erin! I was fun finding gifts that we can use right now, even at home or local day trips! 🙂
Can I just say, I love ALL of these gift ideas!!! But I keep going back to the cork globe lol! I just showed it to my husband for a hint hint gift haha! Thank you so much for sharing!!
Haha I like that one too!!! I think it’s so cute and fun! I’ve sent this to my husband too – I really love those decanters!
Great ideas! The whiskey globe – too funny!
It’s so unique! Definitely a statement piece!
I love this guide! So many great finds. I especially love this globe whiskey decanter, that’s so unique! I always buy Poopori for my husband for Christmas, so I got a good laugh out of that one. Thanks for this awesome guide!
Thank you so much Brittany! I love those decanters too – aren’t they awesome?! And yeah – PooPourri is a legitimate lifesaver!!!!
There are really good ideas on that list!
Thank you Cassandra!
There’s so many things on this list that I really want, like the portable UV toothbrush sanitizer and the airplane bottle opener (that is so cute). Great list!
Thanks Katherine! I figured that UV sanitizer is especially useful this year!!
oh my gosh this is a great list! I’m going to add some of these items to my own Christmas List. Love the cork globe and mini speaker and SO about the hot sauces. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Melissa!!! I love all of those too – and my husband is right up the hot sauce alley too!
My top picks would be the portable charger and filtered water bottle! Very practical options other than a regular travel kit.
Thank you! I do love giving practical gifts, too!
You have some really cool gift ideas for travelers. I plan to add a few to my list to gift myself! I love board games so will definitely check out that one.
Thank you! Haha – I thought that was fun too – may have to pick some up to tide me over this winter!
What a great list of ideas! I’d be so happy to receive any of them. The DNA test one is super cool btw!
Isn’t it?? I find stuff like that fascinating. Thanks for your comments!
I love this guide! These are some great gift ideas for travel enthusiasts while we’re not able to go anywhere! The camping cookware set is a great idea! I also love the travel-themed board game idea! We’ve played lots of board games this year during lockdown so expanding our collection to incorporate some travel ones would be great – I’ll let the other half know! Haha! Thanks for the awesome guide!
Thank you Hannah! I love that you played board games! We’ve done some things this year we haven’t done as kids, and it’s been so fun!
I don’t like whiskey but i have to say the decanter globe set is possibly my favourite. >D
I think it’s mine too!!