Gift Guide: Traveler’s Edition

Nov 28 2015

It’s that time of year again! We’ve put together a list of our favorite travel items, from tech gear down to the essentials. These are the top 10 holiday gift ideas for the travel lovers in your life.

1. GoPro HERO

GoPro allows you to capture that special moment from any angle and in any condition. These waterproof, lightweight cameras can be used with a variety of mounts, such as the chest harness or head strap, to film every action shot.

GoPro HERO, starting at $129

2. Noise Cancelling Headphones

Not only are these headphones amazing for listening to music and watching movies, these gems can be a lifesaver on loud trains, buses, and planes. Did you hear that screaming child during the entire plane ride? I didn’t.

Bose QuietComfort 25 Headphones, $300
Bose QuietComfort 20i In-Ear Headphones, $300
Sennheiser Momentum In-Ear Headphones, $99

3. 4-in-1 Photo Lens

For many of us amateur photographers, our cell phone is our primary camera. It’s convenient and we always have it with us. Olloclip came up with a 4-in-1 compact lens that allows you to switch between fisheye, wide-angle, and two different types of macro lenses so that you can enhance the capabilities of your smartphone and take beautiful pictures on the go.

Olloclip iPhone 4-in-1 Photo Lens, $69
Olloclip Samsung Galaxy 4-in-1 Photo Lens, $29

4. Hidden Pocket Travel Scarf

I will do just about anything short of the fanny pack in order to travel hands-free, so I was obsessed from the moment I discovered this beauty. This travel scarf looks like any other, but it actually has a hidden zippered pocket inside- making it the perfect accessory to safely hold your essentials, such as your passport and credit cards.

Hidden Pocket Travel Scarf by Speakeasy, $52

5. Baby Map Onesie

Travel aficionados can get their little one started early by dressing them in these adorable map onesies. They come in a variety of state and city designs, and also offer tees for toddlers.

Map Design One-Piece by Maptote, $26

6. World Map Necklace

The new alternative to the name or initial necklace, this delicate gold map outline necklace is the perfect staple item. I love the idea of layering 2 or 3 maps of the destinations that you hold dearest.

World Map Necklace by Seattle Travel Shop, $20
Customizable by Country or State at Etsy ShopOhSoAntsy and theFolk, starting at $34

7. Customizable Luggage Tags

These luggage tags are both practical and charming. This is a great gift for someone who might be moving to new city, or planning an upcoming trip. You can customize these tags by location and write your own saying, or choose from the many travel quotes available.

Journey Luggage Tag, $30

8. Passport Cover

Protect your most prized possession in style! I love this lightweight, fabric map design for a stocking stuffer. The personal, monogrammed leather cover is also a great choice, particularly for the men in your life.

Customized Passport Covers, Fabric or Leather at Etsy, starting at $10

9. HoodiePillow

The hoodie pillow is part hoodie/part pillow as the name suggests, but what I really love about this product is the inflatable pillow. I don’t want to carry around the weight of a full bean pillow, so I love that I can deflate it and roll it back up when I’m not using it. The super comfy sweatshirt material is an extra bonus!

HoodiePillow, $20

10. Convertible Travel Backpack

A great backpack is an essential item for every traveler. With the help of some friends, I’ve searched high and wide to find the perfect bag. This bag is particularly fantastic because it’s designed to fit every airline’s carry-on requirements. It’s also sturdy and extremely comfortable with great back support. This bag is convertible, so you can zip-up the back straps and attach a shoulder strap to carry it as a duffle bag. It doesn’t look like your typical hiker backpack, so it’s also a great choice for the business traveler.

Osprey Farpoint 40 Travel Backpack, $112