Looking for a great gift for the travel lover in your life? I’ve put together a travel-inspired gift guide so read on for some useful and quirky gift ideas. These are all things that I personally own, have bought and used myself for my travels and am happy to recommend.
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A Gift Guide for Travel Lovers
Fire Tablet
It would be impossible for me to lug two or three books around on my travels because of the weight and space they take up. That’s where the Amazon Fire 8 Tablet comes in handy because it allows me take as many books as I like with me without using up precious luggage space.
The Fire tablet has a bright display and decent 13-hour battery life. It also doubles up as an affordable media tablet which Prime members can use to download films and video, gaming and music. NB For some travel inspiration check out The Grand Tour on streaming.
Airport code themed gifts
Airportag is an online shop started by ‘Captain Greg’, a designer with a love of flying and airports and he’s created some really cool products.
Travel books
I love this book! 1000 Places to see before you die by Patricia Schultz is a book to whet every travel lovers’ wanderlust. I’ve had this book on my shelf for quite a few years now.
It’s ideal for dipping in and out of when I’m in need of travel inspiration and for bookmarking sights and attractions for upcoming trips. For more travel eye candy I’ve curated this list of travel books to inspire the wanderlust of the most errant traveller.
Carry on Case
- Airline carry-on approved! You are sure to stand out at the airport with this eye-catching wheeled suitcase. Adorned in our durable crinkle nylon and outfitted with four 360 degree omni spinning wheels, this lightweight luggage will allow you to roll to your next destination with stunning agility.
- Darcey's soft exterior won't put the squeeze on your favorite clothes while interior packing straps will keep your essentials in place, making it an ideal travel companion.
- Made from Kipling’s signature water resistant, easy to clean nylon, this versatile luggage is lightweight at just 5.33 lbs. with a large 37 liter capacity.
- With a handy front zip pocket and fully lined interior, this suitcase is ready for the skies. Plus, Darcey comes with a monkey hangtag that doubles as a luggage tag.
- At Kipling, it's more important to have personal style than perfect style. That's why our quality, durable bags are sold in over 80 countries and come in fun colors for kids, teens & adults.
I wouldn’t be without this lightweight Kipling carry-on case. It’s perfect for weekend breaks and for using as carry-on luggage. The material is incredibly tough but super-lightweight. The 360 degree swivel wheels mean it just glides nicely along beside me and the dimensions meet cabin baggage requirements for most airlines. I recommend you check baggage dimensions on your airline’s website before travel.
The large pocket at the front fits my laptop perfectly and the smaller one is good for travel documents. The main zip opens all the way round making packing is easy. There’s an extendable handle for wheeling along but when you need to carry it the top handle is incredibly sturdy. It’s a little more pricey than some but I’ve had my Kipling case for about six years now and I know it’s good for at least another six.
Cashmere travel wrap
Hearing that airline blankets aren’t actually laundered after each flight completely put me off using them. Nowadays, even if I’m travelling in economy, I get that first class feeling with my Cashmere Travel Wrap. This luxe gift is warm, soft and snuggly and beats an airline blanket any day.
Carry on Cocktail Kit
If you need more than a cashmere wrap to get your travel diva on then how about an in-flight cocktail. I love these cute little retro carry on cocktail kits. Mine’s a Margarita!
Sony MDR-ZX770BN Wireless Noise Cancelling Headset Not only are these great for listening to your favourite sounds but they also drown out droning engines and mean you can skip the dodgy airline earphones. So when you’ve finished your carry on cocktail just snuggle up in your cashmere wrap and catch some in-flight shut-eye. That’s the way to travel!
What travel blogger doesn’t love a travel journal? I get through two or three each year so this jaunty journal is right up my street.
These little travel themed sticky notes and page markers are fun too.
Packing Cubes These nifty packing cubes have revolutionised the way I pack and are a quick and easy way to keep clothes organised and accessible.
They were perfect for our stay in the Amazon Jungle where I used them to keep anti-mosi gear and jungle wear separate from other gear so I just needed a couple of cubes in the treehouse. Such a practical gift.
Map Themed Travel Laundry Bag
I love maps! So it goes without saying that I love this world map themed laundry bag. Perfect for keeping your clean gear and laundry separate when you’re on the road.
500 Secrets Guide Books
The 500 secrets books uncover heaps of things you shouldn’t miss on your visit to a variety of cities.
These inspirational and practical guides have insider tips covering hidden sights, interesting places, buildings, restaurants, shops, museums, galleries, neighbourhoods, gardens and cafes.
Other cities include London, Copenhagen, Paris and Barcelona – perfect for finding some hidden gems on your next city break.
So that’s a wrap! What’s on your travel gift wish-list and what will you be buying the travel lover in your life?
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Suzanne Jones is a full-time travel blogger and writer at The Travelbunny which she started in 2011 during her time as a professional travel planner. Suzanne enjoys exploring new destinations, culinary encounters and the outdoors. When not travelling or writing about her adventures you’ll most likely find her, camera in hand, enjoying coastal walks in Sussex.
Suzanne also runs Hello Sussex a website which showcases the best of East & West Sussex. Read more about Suzanne.
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HAYLEY TURNER
Saturday 3rd of December 2016
love a new suitacse
Suzanne Jones
Sunday 4th of December 2016
The Kipling case is my go to carry on when I don't have hold luggage.
John Smith
Sunday 27th of November 2016
Cushion
Lucy
Sunday 27th of November 2016
I definitely need a cashmere wrap, looks so soft and cosy. And those 500 Secrets books look good too – a twist on the usual guidebook format. Christmas list sorted!
Suzanne Jones
Monday 28th of November 2016
The guide books are nicely different. I love the feel of cashmere - so beautifully soft.
alison abbott
Saturday 26th of November 2016
Eww is right, you've burst my bubble. I thought those nice plastic blankets packaged in plastic were a sign they were all freshly laundered!! Bring on the cashmere wrap...Everything on your list would be a great gift for travel lovers, but I would love a Fire tablet.
Suzanne Jones
Sunday 27th of November 2016
The Fire tablets are perfect for a long haul flight - all your in-flight entertainment all nicely contained.
Kathryn Burrington
Saturday 26th of November 2016
Some great gift ideas here Suzanne. And I'd love to win the instant camera. It would be fantastic to take to Africa and take photos for people to keep. I remember hearing about a blogging friend's visit to a market in The Gambia where he started taking pictures and printing them off for people. They went crazy for them and it nearly got out of hand. Rather wish I hadn't read that about the blankets though!
Suzanne Jones
Sunday 27th of November 2016
Good to know about the blankets but I think its different for different airlines. You can also buy a little mini printer that'll attach to your phone. I'd have loved to have had one in Cambodia about 10 years ago - I still have little notes and drawings from some children we talked to there. It would have been lovely to give them all a photo of themselves.