Has one of your friends recently caught the travel bug? Maybe they’ve been planning the trip of a lifetime to tick off a bucket list experience or embarking on their first international or solo trip. We’ve put together a few of our favourite gifts for the avid traveller in your life.
Trtl Travel Pillow
RRP: $79.99, shop here.
Touted across the internet as the new must-have for long haul flights, Turtl reworks the never-quite-comfortable neck pillow to create an easy-pack, easy-use alternative that will actually let you catch up on sleep in the air.
The Daily Edited Era Passport Holder
RRP: $99, shop here.
This is an essential for every traveller, whether you’re an anxious first-timer or an experienced professional in the airport. Keeping everything important together, organised and within reach is always a good idea. The Daily Edited also offer personalisation options for travel accessories including document wallets, and this can be a great touch to make a gift really thoughtful.
Amazon Adjustable Phone Stand
RRP: $21.99, shop here.
These compact gadgets are a game-changer for flights lacking in-flight entertainment. They fit effortlessly into the smallest carry-on purses and provide a hands-free setup for your phone or iPad, letting you binge your downloaded shows with ease during your journey.
JBL Clip 4 – Ultra-Portable Waterproof Speaker
RRP: $51, shop here.
Going on trips with friends or even staying in hostels across the world needs a killer soundtrack. Mini speakers like the JBL Clip 4 are the perfect travel companion; they come equipped with a carabiner so you can clip it and hang it anywhere, including your bag straps or onto the pool fence. They are also waterproof and dustproof, perfectly hardy to bring along on the wildest adventures.
Kikki.K Travel Journal
RRP: $29.99, shop here.
This is a perfect gift for the most sentimental among us: those who need to keep every ticket and baggage tag as a souvenir and write down everything that happened each day to keep the memories alive. Travel journals come in all kinds of formats, from the guided day-by-day itinerary and notes set up, to a completely blank canvas. This gift is something you can tailor to the person receiving it and how you think they’ll enjoy it best.
Cadence Magnetic Travel Containers
RRP: $134.93, shop here.
These magnetic containers are a must-have for any toiletries bag, especially for travelers who prefer to pack light with carry-on luggage. Their clever design allows them to clip together, keeping your essentials like conditioner and moisturizer easily accessible without rummaging through your entire bag. Each container holds just the right amount of product, helping you avoid the hassle of excess liquids at airport security or the added weight of bulky 150mL bottles. They’re the perfect solution for stress-free, minimalist packing.
Callie Travel Bag Tags
RRP: $27, shop here.
Everyone needs a bag tag, especially for check in luggage, so why not gift one that’s perfect for the traveller in your life? Bag tags come in a myriad of shapes, colours and prices, so you have an abundancy of choices that lets you choose something unique and personal. Brands like Callie even offer document wallet and bag tag sets, so you can personalise both to match.
BagSmart Blast Travel Set
RRP: $197, shop here.
Brands like BagSmart create carry-on bags that effortlessly pack your entire life into one sleek design. Their signature backpack features an integrated laptop sleeve and a dedicated shoe compartment for ultimate organisation. With its side-opening design, it functions like a suitcase, allowing you to view and access everything inside at a glance – no more digging through the top opening to retrieve something buried at the bottom.
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