20 HOLIDAY GIFTS (NOT JUST) FOR TRAVELERS

 

Sometimes, it's hard for me to remember

that I'm a travel blogger.

I'm guessing half of you don't even realize that.......

and why would you?

 After all, it was only about a year and a half 

before the Corona-coaster rocked our lives,

that I switched the focus of this blog from lifestyle to travel.

Then, I took a six-month hiatus from blogging,

and my travel-branding really never got off the ground.

 

So, if you haven't been following me that long,

you'll have to trust me.......

When it comes to traveling,

I know a thing or two.

 

I've put together a list of 20 holiday gift ideas for the travelers 

(and even some for the armchair travelers) on your list.

 

I had two strict criteria for my selections:

 

 

 

1). They are things I actually own.

2). I would like them for myself.

  

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I CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT THESE THREE TRAVEL ITEMS.......

 

Packing Cubes

A friend told me about eBags Packing Cubes  years ago, but I was reluctant to try them. Add something extra to my suitcase? Nope! However...... once I tried them, I was hooked. They don't take up space -- they save space! Cubes are more efficient (and much easier) than plastic compression bags, whether you're going on a two-week, or a two-day trip.

When I go away for the weekend, I pack a medium cube. It fits two pair of pants, two long sleeve tops,  four t-shirts, a pair of flat sandals, and a little black dress. A small cube holds lingerie, etc. I pop them into a tote bag.

 

Columbia Freezer III Little Black Dress

About that little black dress.......it's super light-weight, and folds up into nothing! The moisture-wicking, wrinkle-free fabric has cooling technology, and blocks UVA and UVB rays. Talk about versatility.......I've worn it as a bathing suit cover up, and also, out to dinner. I love it so much that I bought it in three other prints.

 

  

eBags Pack-It-Flat Toiletry Bag

No exaggeration....... This is the Best.Toiletry.Bag.EVER. I can't tell you how many times I've filled my suitcase, only to realize I had no room for my toiletries. Arggghhh! This bag holds everything I need, and packs flat, so the suitcase closes without a single curse word escaping from my mouth. When I reach my destination, I use the hook  inside to hang it up. It's a beautiful thing, worthy of all the praise I'm heaping on it.

 

MORE GIFT IDEAS:

Airline-Compliant Bags For Liquids

I need to ditch the ziplocs and get some of these to put in my carry-on bag.

 

 

Lightweight Waterproof Jacket

I bought this lightweight jacket by Columbia because it's breathable, and takes up almost no space in luggage. Yes, I did spray myself with a hose to make sure it's really waterproof.  It is - but my mascara is not. 😐

Tech Utility Bag

WHERE'S MY PHONE CHARGER????? I wouldn't have to freak out, if I had one of these to keep all of my  devices, chargers, and earphones nice and tidy. It even holds a laptop.

 

 

Vaccination Card Protectors

Vaccination cards are the new passports. I'm ordering protectors for the  whole family.

Coffee Table Travel Book #1

I'd love to curl up on the couch with this book, and travel to every country in the world. Bliss!

Coffee Table Travel Book #2

This book would be a great addition to any coffee table......especially mine!

 

European Plug Adapters

The bonus to these European plug adapters are that they each have two American plug outlets, and two USB ports.

   

 

Desktop 2022 Travel Calendar

I've had this calendar before, and loved having a little travel nugget to dream about every day.

 

  

Travel Journal

I always take a travel journal on big vacations to write down all the things I'll promptly forget as soon as I get home.

 

 

 

Mixtiles (no nails) Gallery Wall 

My favorite travel souvenirs are pictures. Photos go from the camera to the wall with Mixtiles. They adhere with an adhesive strip that won't ruin you walls if you move them.  This is my sister's wall. PS - you don't have to use just travel photos. 

 

Photo Credit: Aunt Goo Shoes

 

 

EVEN MORE GIFT IDEAS:

 

Just because it's a necessity, doesn't mean that these can't be cute. 

If you really want to be extravagant, give a gift card from here.

This is a great idea if you want to surprise a traveler with a trip.

How about a gift card from here so they can make their own photo book?

 

This small business was featured on the Today Show, and one of these gift boxes filled with New York love is lots of fun.

 

This poster, or this one, is great for anyone  with wanderlust.  

 

I love these candles! Whether you are homesick for a particular place, or want to evoke a special mood, there's something sure to please someone (everyone?) on your list.

 

Happy Shopping! 

 

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