Finding the perfect gift for a close friend or someone special is not too difficult especially when you know their preferences. If you have that special friend who is an ardent traveler, finding the ideal gift is even easier. Some of the best gifts for travelers are not things that are over the top (you can go out on a limb and gift these too!) but affordable, handy gifts that they will definitely love and use. From personalized gifts such as a customized passport holder to unique luxury gifts like a portable speaker, zeroing in on that perfect travel gift has never been easier.
Landmass Scratch Off Map of the World
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One of the best gifts for travelers is the Scratch Off World Map. This affordable gift is ideal for the globe trotter who enjoys regaling you with stories of their travels. Perfectly sized at 17 x 24 inches, this black and gold scratch-off poster is an innovative way of recording travels. The map comes in a unique eco-friendly triangular box with 210 world flags plus scratch tools and stickers. You can also purchase the Landmass Hanger Frame separately to complete the gift.
What Stands Out
- A unique gift that is neatly organized
- Smart layout
- Easy to scratch off
- Neatly organized bright colors
Hanging Travel Toiletry Bag
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For a woman jet setter who loves organization, this Hanging Travel Toiletry Bag is an ideal gift. Available in a variety of prints, this foldable compact bag has plenty of organizational space for all her essentials. The waterproof, washable bag has four different compartments that fold into each other and can be zipped close.
What Stands Out
- Four compartments that fold into each other for extra organization
- Pretty prints that are waterproof and washable
Destinations of a Lifetime Travel Book
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An avid traveler will definitely love Destinations of a Lifetime by National Geographic. This hardcover book showcases some of the best travel destinations through vivid images coupled with evocative text. The book has everything a traveler would be interested in from the best time to visit, places to eat and where to stay. It’s one of the best gifts for travelers as it will not only help in planning future trips but will also evoke memories of visited places.
What Stands Out
- Beautiful photographs with accompanying text
- Provides in-depth details of each location such as best time to visit, places to stay and where to eat
Handpresso Outdoor Complete French Press
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We all have that close friend who loves their coffee no matter where they are. The Handpressor Outdoor Complete French Press is the perfect gift for that caffeine-lover who’s always on the go. A manual espresso maker, four plastic cups and a single hand thermos insulated flask are enclosed in a handy carrying case.
What Stands Out
- The perfect coffee companion with manual espresso maker, thermos insulated flask and unbreakable cups
For more gifting options for coffee lovers, check out the 13 Best Coffee Gadgets And Accessories For Travelers.
Personalized Leather RFID Passport Holder
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Sometimes we tend to overlook the small convenient gifts that are useful for travel like this Personalized Leather RFID Passport Holder. Besides holding a passport, you can also fit cards and other travel documents securely inside. RFID blocking technology also protects important documents from identity theft. Another great thing about this passport holder is that you can personalize it for that special globe trotter.
What Stands Out
- Can be customized
- RFID blocking technology to protect identity theft
If you’re in a mood to splurge on a passport holder for a gift, check out the 11 Best Luxury Passport Holders for more options.
Infinity Travel Scarf
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Another great novelty gift for a woman traveler is this Infinity Travel Scarf. What makes this one of the best gifts for travelers is the hidden 7 x 8-inch zipper pocket which will comfortably hold a purse and smartphone to keep it safe from pickpockets. The scarf is also made from luxurious durable polyester or lightweight cotton so it doesn’t feel itchy against the skin. In addition to this, the scarf which can be worn in six different ways comes in great packaging, making it gift-worthy.
Noise Cancelling Headphones
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Noise Cancelling Headphones are a great gift for an avid traveler. These headphones enhance the listening experience by blocking out airplane cabin noise or city traffic. A good affordable pair of noise-canceling headphones is the COWIN E7 Pro. However, if you don’t mind spending a little more, check out the 13 Best Noise-Canceling Headphones for more buying options.
What Stands Out
- Enhances the listening experience by blocking out airplane cabin noise or city traffic
Travel Pillow
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You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to travel pillows as there are so many options available. However, a good travel pillow to gift someone is the Inflatable Hoodie Travel Pillow. It takes three seconds to inflate this pillow to adjust it to suit your needs. The attached hood works well as an eye mask to shield your eyes from the light.
What Stands Out
- Lightweight and molds well to the neck, providing ultimate comfort
- Attached hood works well as an eye mask
Carry On Luggage
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With airlines charging a ludicrous sum for baggage, one of the best gifts for travelers is good Carry On Luggage. Depending on your budget, there is a wide range of carry-on luggage that you can gift someone. Whether it’s the best carry on luggage for women or the best carry on luggage for men, you can choose something that will suit any travelers’ needs.
What Stands Out
- Wide range of choice to suit every style and budget
- Convenient for avoiding baggage fees
Xenvo Pro Lens Kit for Phones
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The Xenvo Pro Lens Kit will definitely score big with someone who loves taking great pictures. Compatible with all single and dual camera phones, the Xenvo instantly turns your regular camera into a wide-angle and macro 15 x lens. It also has a Glowclip rechargeable LED light to instantly illuminate your surroundings. The Lanyard with a quick-release head is great for carrying the lens as is the travel case which keeps it safe.
What Stands Out
- Lightweight and extremely easy to use
- Compatible with all single and dual camera phones
ENO – Eagles Nest Camping Hammock
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A unique travel gift for those newlywed globetrotters is the Eagles Nest Camping Hammock. This versatile, compact hammock which is big enough for two, weighs only 19 ounces and fits comfortably into the included storage bag. It’s extremely easy to set up and is the perfect companion for camping or hiking.
What Stands Out
- Lightweight and easy to carry around in the included storage bag
- Easy to set up.
Cocoon Grid-It Organizer
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Your tech-savvy friends will definitely love the Grid-It Organizer with ample space to store all their gadgets and cables. It’s also great for artists who can comfortably store their paints and brushes when traveling. The organizer is fairly simple to use with multiple bands of different sizes to keep small items secure. A great thing about this organizer is that it comfortably fits into a rucksack or carry on baggage.
What Stands Out
- A fairly simple gift but great on organization space
Sleep Headphones Bluetooth Eye Mask
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There are plenty of eye masks available for travelers, but one of the best gifts for travelers is the Sleep Headphones Bluetooth Eye Mask. What makes this mask so great is that it doubles up as a listening device with hidden headphones. These are pretty easy to set up and connects to your cell phone in seconds. Control buttons on the mask make it easy to operate. With a battery that lasts all night, falling asleep with these on is no issue at all.
What Stands Out
- An eye mask that doubles up as earphones is a great novelty item to gift someone
Headlamp
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Adventure buffs will definitely be quite thrilled with a good headlamp for their next trip. While there is a wide selection of great headlamps available, a good travel gift is the water-resistant Black Diamond Storm 375. It has some great features such as the proximity and distance modes plus it’s waterproof and dustproof.
What Stands Out
- Comes with four different vision settings
- Waterproof and dustproof
For more options for headlamps, check out the 13 Best Headlamps For Backpacking.
Foldable Travel Bag
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A Foldable Travel Bag is another good gift for a traveler who usually returns from their trips with tons of stuff. There are numerous options available, from foldable duffel bags to a foldable backpack. These bags also come in a variety of sizes but the best part is that they are extremely lightweight and the best foldable travel bags fold up as small as a purse. They can comfortably fit into a small corner of luggage and be removed when necessary.
What Stands Out
- Available in a variety of styles and sizes
- Lightweight and fold up as small as a purse
Sony Portable Bluetooth Speaker
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To add that extra beat to travel, the Sony Portable Bluetooth Speaker is another great gift for a traveler. Watching movies on the go with friends becomes so much more fun with this portable speaker which packs quite a punch despite its compact size. The waterproof casing makes it a great accessory to take to the pool or beach. With extended 16-hour battery life and amazing quality, you can be sure that this gift will be a big hit.
What Stands Out
- Great sound and amazing quality
- Waterproof and dust proof
Travel Journal
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One travel gift that will probably never go out of style is a good travel journal. Even though most travelers have blogs and social media profiles, the good old journal is one of the best travel companions especially in places with no connectivity. The Maleden Refillable Spiral Embossed Travel Diary is a gift for posterity as pages can be added or taken out pretty easily. The high-quality PU durable leather on this journal gives it a stylish and expensive look.
