The Perfect Gift Guide For The World Traveler On Your List
It may have been a while since we’ve jetted-off somewhere fabulous, and our carryons are in need of a modern refresh. Something that’s always a welcome gift? Items that are beautiful yet practical.
Whether you’re planning to gift travel essentials for your niece who is headed to study abroad, your jet-setting best friend, or just for yourself, beautiful products that make travel a bit easier are always well-received. Here’s a quick overview of all the must-have travel essentials that help us stay comfortable, chic and organized before, during and after our trip, whether we’re headed to Boston or Bora Bora.
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One of the best investments we’ve ever made. A common sight at the airport these days, Away spent years crafting the perfect suitcase, and we think they succeeded. Their carryon bags come with a portable charger, which eliminates the need to pack another one. There’s also a laundry bag hidden inside, which we use to store socks and other small items until actual clothes take its place. Our favorite from the lineup is the Bigger Carryon, with room for up to 2-weeks of travel essentials.
Everyone needs a truly beautiful, yet somewhat indestructible duffel. This stunner from famed leather goods brand, Frye, is as lovely to look at as it is to carry around. With luggage tags and an interior pocket, it’s got everything your traveler needs to pack for their whirlwind getaway to the wooded trails of the Adrionacks.
At first we thought these were a bit unnecessary (we’re minimalists to a fault over here), but after receiving them as a gift we can’t imagine a flight without them. The noise cancellation feature has successfully eliminated irritation mid-flight from screaming children, violet video game noise from an adjacent seat and a gentleman’s sweet but disruptive snores.
Temperatures in airport terminals and in the air are notoriously unpredictable, and even Business Class blankets can be short and scratchy. This reversible wool and cashmere blend blanket is the perfect cozy travel companion for overnight flights, or if you tend to get chilly. If you notice a sprinkling of rain when you land, this lightweight blanket also doubles as a poncho or wrap in a pinch.
This tote is made for everything travel might throw your way. Made of lightweight pebbled leather, it’s tough yet soft to the touch, and that tassle is just so darn cute. It also sports triple interior compartments, perfect for your laptop, passport, and that last minute airport newsstand magazine purchase (or treats, no judgement here).
One of the best ways to avoid jet lag is to try to get some sleep on the flight, even if it’s just for a few hours. One of the best ways to do this is block out light and to stay warm. If just a regular blanket won’t do and you’re jet setting off somewhere chilly, this set by UGG offers a cozy option that packs up neatly in its very own case.
If you’ve ever stepped foot in one of the Australian brand’s minimalist stores, you know what a treat for the senses it is. From hydration spray to rinse-free hand wash, this “Departure” travel kit from Aesop gives you all the travel essentials you need for a comfortable trip whether by plane, train or automobile. Their “Arrival” version also makes a swoon-worth travel gift.
Can’t make it to an AMAN resort this year? Give the gift of an escape through the luxury property’s signature scent. This inviting warm “blend of coconut introduces an opulent bouquet of white florals. Solar tuberose and jasmine mingle with shades of sandalwood and musk that settle on the skin.”
These handy honeycomb-shaped capsules are designed to replace your travel size plastics. Made to fit over half an ounce, they’re perfecting for storing shampoo, toothpaste, medication, small jewelry or face serum. They are also magnetic so they stick to one another creating a perfect customizable kit, and won’t get lost in your bag.
If trying to carefully pour your beloved Le Labo fragrance into a travel spray bottle just isn’t your scene. This travel-friendly fragrance collection includes three of Le Labo’s most-loved scents, AnOther 13, Santal 33, and our absolute favorite, Thé Noir 29.
Individually-wrapped face masks are a lifesaver come landing when your skin is parched for moisture. With hydrating ingredients derived from coconut, these Tatcha face masks help restore up to 200% of skin’s moisture back in just 15 minutes. They also work great for when your hotel’s heater is rather aggressive.
Long lines have become commonplace at the airport these days. Between COVID testing requirements and various entry restrictions paired with understaffed airports, it’s a recipe for waiting. Know someone who is planning to frequent the terminal the next few months? A yearly Clear membership makes a perfect gift, and becomes especially handy for when even the TSA Pre-check line is wrapped around the corner.
If your frequent traveler is into climbing rocks and camping under the stars, they’ll love a National Parks Yearly “America The Beautiful” Pass. Good for entry into 2,000 federal recreation sites from all national parks, national wildlife refuges, national forests and grasslands and areas managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Be sure you purchase a gift version, as passes are non-transferable.
One of the greatest gifts you can give is something not tangible at all, it’s a memory. Some of the best client inquiries we received are when someone wants to surprise their spouse, graduate, or retiring parents with a trip, or even with a private pasta making class in Florence or a sunset cruise for their upcoming trip to the Maldives. Contact us here to start planning an absolutely unforgettable gift.
