35 of the Best Travel Gift Ideas for Those that Love to Travel (2024 Edition!)

written by local expert Anna Faustino

Anna is a co-founder of Adventure in You and has been traveling the world for the last 9 years. She has spent time living in Thailand, Mexico, Indonesia, and Spain and is our local expert in these areas. Her expertise on travel, gear, and building businesses have been featured on Foundr, Business Insider, Yahoo Travel, and more.

Looking for the best travel gift ideas for your friends and family who love to travel?

We all know that feeling. That feeling of dread when you don’t know what to buy your world traveler friend. I mean, really.

What do you give someone who barely has space in their luggage to carry anything? Everyone knows that a traveler’s bag has very limited space, meaning everything that needs to go on there has to be versatile, useful, or just too darn cute to resist. So without further ado, here is our ultimate travel gift guide for the travelers in your life- because everyone is bound to have at least one!

For full disclosure, my partner and I have been on the road for the last four years. A lot of these products that we recommend are all items that we love and use. So in case any of our family and friends are reading this (hi mom and dad!), you know what to get us.

Travel Gift Ideas for Her

Christmas gift for travellers, for women

Scarf with Hidden Pocket

Scarves are one of my biggest weaknesses! They are so versatile and handy so you can imagine my reaction when I saw this scarf which had hidden zipper pockets to store your cash, phone, credit card, or even passport. Ah-mazing.

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Packing Cubes

I swear by packing cubes and honestly don’t know how I traveled before them. They are a quick and easy way to keep your clothes organized and compact. 

This particular brand is what I use and they’ve proved to be sturdy and reliable over the years. I gifted a few friends with packing cubes and they all have been raving about it because they really do change the way you travel which is why I KNOW they make great travel gifts.

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Zoppen Multi-purpose RFID Passport Wallet 

This travel wallet can hold your passport, coins, credit cards, tickets, along with a whole lot more. Hate digging through your bag for important documents? Me too, which is why I swear by travel wallets! They just make travel so much more stress-free!

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Amrita Aromatherapy: Deep Rest Roll-On Relief

I am a big believer in natural oils and when you’re traveling, this lavender roll-on oil is heaven sent. It helps you relax, sleep, and switch off (especially on long flights or buses) Best bought with: Anxiety Free Roll-On ReliefI use this when I’m feeling dizzy in long-haul flights or buses and it works like a charm each time.

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Clever Travel Companion Women’s Leggings with Secret Pockets 

These stretchy leggings are the perfect item of clothing for long flights or buses. Not only is it super comfortable but they also come with secret pockets where you can store your valuables. Definitely a must for travelers! You can easily fit in your credit card, passport, or a few bills in the pockets without being too noticeable.

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RawWood Polarized Wood Sunglasses

When in the great outdoors, a good pair of sunglasses is a must! Made from real wood, these bad boys are sleek, polarized, and very eco-friendly! I love the look and they are quite durable as well. If you have an eco-loving travel friend, these bad boys are a great present and will sure to get you loads of appreciation.

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If you are looking for more ideas, check out our full article on the best travel gifts to her.

Travel Gifts for Men

Christmas gift for travellers, for men

Ibagbar Canvas Backpack Travel Bag

This nifty little backpack is stylish, trendy, and very versatile. You can use it as a backpack, messenger bag, or a duffel bag, offering three different ways to carry it. I personally dig the whole rugged look and think it’s perfect for outdoor travelers and enthusiasts. Plus the 1-year warranty that the company gives for your bag is pretty awesome too.

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Clinique for Men Oil Control Essentials Kit

This kit is the perfect gift for travelers- everything a man would ever need. Clinique’s line of facial wash, moisturizer, eye cream, and facial scrub is a travel must! Every friend I’ve gifted this with loves it as its both a luxurious yet practical buy. Definitely highly recommended.

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Columbia Men’s Watertight II Packable Rain Jacket

This jacket is windproof and waterproof and is perfect for any outdoor enthusiast. In all honestly, Columbia jackets are always spot on when it comes to style and durability making it the perfect all around jacket to give. We usually alternate between using Columbia and North Face gear. You can check out our full list of best travel jackets here.

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 Victorinox Swiss Army Ranger Pocket Knife 

For every adventurous outdoor enthusiast out there, a good pocket knife is probably one of the best gifts you could ever get and trust me, this Swiss Army Knife does not disappoint. It’s small, it’s handy, and is something that will be often used. Just make sure to remember to always store it in checked in luggage rather than hand carry bags.

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Hydration Bladder

If there is one thing every traveler needs, it’s water. This hydration bladder is perfect for long hikes, camping, or other outdoor activities. This particular one has fantastic reviews for an unbeatable price. We take our hydration packs with us all the time when camping, hiking, or even when we go sightseeing during the day. This goes well with water purifiers for travelers.

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Best Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Travelers

Christmas gift for travellers, stocking stuffers

Adventure in You Southeast Asia Guidebooks

Naturally, we would be silly not to recommend this as these products were created by yours truly! If you have any friends or family heading to Southeast Asia, these Adventure Guides are a great present to give. Filled to the brim with inspiring photographs as well as personal recommendations on the best things to see and do in each area, we cannot recommend these books enough! They all come as PDF/epub format meaning they can read these books from any digital device like their phones or computers making them super travel-friendly!

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Travel Listography: Exploring the World in Lists

This listography journal is a big hit for those who enjoy chronicling their adventures and travels. I love this because it’s an easy way to document and look back at your trip without having to search through pages and pages of scribbling.

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1,000 Places to See Before You Die: Revised Second Edition

This travel book is nothing short of inspirational. The author, Patricia Schultz vividly describes some of the most beautiful places on earth evoking an unparalleled sense of wanderlust. They have this in paperback and in Kindle form as well. I had the pleasure of meeting the author during a conference and the places she had been to were incredibly inspiring.

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Scratch Off World Map

What better way to remember your travels than through this interactive scratch map where you can mark the places you’ve been. Plus, looking at this world map reminds you how many places there are to visit! This is a great gift to give and although they won’t be able to carry it everywhere, it would be a nice keepsake to keep at home.

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Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Travel

Another fabulous inspirational book which got my wanderlust juices flowing! Definitely a great gift idea to any travel-loving friend. If you have a friend that is a bit more on the creative side, they have this exact book available but is compiled as an

adult coloring book

. For other book ideas, you can also check out our top rated article featuring the best selling travel books.

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Adult Coloring Mosaic Places Featuring Travel Destinations

Perfect for long buses and flights (trust me, there’s a lot of them!) this adult coloring book is a good stress reliever and a great way to pass time. Before I first left to travel my dad gave me a few of these and I absolutely loved them. You would be surprised at how easy they help you pass time.

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Collapsible Water Bottle

This awesome little device is perfect for backpackers as it’s light, handy, and super useful! Plus brownie points to you as well if you give this to anyone as buying water bottles isn’t environmentally friendly.

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TSA Approved Padlocks

Trust me, anyone you give this too will smile and think you’re the coolest person ever. Travelers LOVE especially TSA friendly ones! I carry a few with me at all times and they always come in handy.

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Best Travel Gadget Gift Ideas

Christmas gift for travellers, gadgets

Go Pro 11

Since GoPros are more often than not likened to the holy grail of outdoor cameras, any adventurous traveler would love to receive one. With the latest model having a nifty LCD display, its a perfect all-around camera to use.

I absolutely LOVE ours and use it all the time. If this doesn’t cut it for you, check out our list of the best travel cameras for more recommendations.

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UE ROLL Wireless Mobile Bluetooth Speaker

Despite the size, these waterproof speakers produce a deep bass and sound which can last up to 9 hours. Oh, did I mention it’s waterproof too? I love these as they are super small and handy! If any of my friends are reading this…..THIS is what I want for Christmas 🙂

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Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones

Believe it or not, headphones range from anything between $10-$800! For all your audiophile traveler friends, this is an amazing option as the sound quality is really top notch and cancels out any unpleasant noises in your surroundings. It’s also compatible with any smartphone or tablet via bluetooth with a decent battery life to boot.

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Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II (Black)

This camera is perfect for those people who are thinking of getting into photography but don’t want the hassle of lugging around a bulky DSLR during their trip. Great choice for those amateur photographers who want to document their trip with high-quality photos.

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CamKix Universal 3 in 1 Cell Phone Camera Lens Kit

This is the perfect present to give to your trigger-happy friends who enjoy taking photos! Make the most out of your smartphone using these universal lens clips that can turn your phone into a decent camera. Usually, you can get clip-on lens turning your mobile camera into fish-eye lens, wide angle, and even macro lens.

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Kindle Paperwhite

Digital books make it possible for frequent travelers to constantly read without having to lug the weight of multiple books. Although I love the feeling of a hardbound book, having multiple reads all in one device is pretty nifty.

Our kindle is THE best thing we own as we tend to read a lot! It’s honestly the perfect travel gift.

Insider’s Tip: If you’re looking for gifts for your food-loving friends, take a look at this article.


So there you have it! 30 awesome gift ideas that every traveler would LOVE! Check out our other articles below for more travel inspiration

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10 thoughts on “35 of the Best Travel Gift Ideas for Those that Love to Travel (2024 Edition!)”

  1. Oooh…am going to share this list with all my friends, so they don’t waste time thinking of other gifts for my birthday. Love them all.

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  2. Brilliant list and some unique recommendations. Gifting experiencing is always a different and fun way to make someone’s day. I think i’ll take the meal at the Michelin starred restaurant in Netherlands.

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