Here are some nifty gift ideas any traveler will love!

Choosing the ideal present might be difficult at times. You’ll undoubtedly spend some time thinking about the right gift whether you’re buying for the holidays, a birthday, an anniversary, a thank you, or “just because.”

Here are some gift ideas that would be amazing for any travel lover on any budget.

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1. World travel adapter

All foreign countries have their own adapters with different plugs. You will need to get yourself a universal travel adapter that converts plugs for any country in the world, I use to carry a different plug for each country, but this compact travel adapter is a game-changer. 

The all-in-one plug can be used in 200 different countries and has 3 USB ports and a C-type charge that can double your speed when trying to charge your phone. Making this an ideal gift for any travel lover, no more trying to figure out which plug is needed, saving you time

2. Portable luggage scale

Nothing is more frustrating than arriving at the airport check-in counter and discovering you must pay a fee for overweight luggage. Avoid the disappointment and get yourself a portable luggage scale and check your bag weights before checking in at the airport.

This scale can weigh up to 110lb/50kg, is lightweight, compact, and portable to take anywhere you travel, and is able to weigh your bag in kg, pounds, grams & ounces.

3. UV toothbrush sanitizer

Portable UV Toothbrush Sanitizer will give you peace of mind if you’re traveling in the backcountry, sharing hostels, or going somewhere with a public restroom. 99.9% of germs and viruses are killed by this toothbrush sanitizer. All it takes to work is x2 AA batteries. 

4. Phone and tablet holders

This handy light-weight, pocket-size phone & tablet holder will keep your arms from getting tired when traveling, why hold your device to watch a movie or to do some work, when you can carry this portable device in your handbag or backpack.

5. Travel packing cubes

Help keep your bag tidy and organized. If you’re traveling with more than one person, choose a different color for each person, making it easy to find and arguments avoided.

We use packing cubes each time we travel and makes our life so much easier when you are tired and don’t want to be rummaging through your bag to find what you’re looking for. Even better, when you get to your location, simply unzip your cubes, put them in a drawer, and you’re ready to go!

These packing cubes come in different sizes and different colors, one color for each family member. 

6. Portable carry-on luggage

Everyone needs a carry-on bag when they fly, this Eagle creek bag allows for more space with an expansion zip to fit more of your belongings and still be able to have it as carry-on luggage or simply leave it zipped when carrying less. It offers a padded sleeve to keep your laptop protected for digital lovers. 

You can’t go wrong with this as a present for any traveler because it’s built to last, useful even when not traveling, and comes with a lifetime warranty.

7. Pinnable World Map Wall Art

A map that will look wonderful in any home office or living area. Use the map to plan future trips or to start a conversation with friends about places you’ve visited, by using different pins to mark your adventures or future travels. 

8. Portable power bank

We all use smart devices, like phones, Ipads, laptops, and our cameras, and know how frustrating it can be when they are going flat. This portable, compact charging device will fit in any bag without taking up any space and give you the peace of mind you need so that your devices will not lose battery when you need them most.

10.  Travel Scarf with hidden pockets

Your most valuable possessions are totally hidden with this lightweight zipper scarf while keeping you warm and ensuring your valuables are safely hidden. Pickpockets are no longer a concern. Hide your belongings like your passport, ID, keys, money, mobile, and more. 

11.  Travel slippers

When you travel, you spend a lot of time on your feet. That’s why a pair of soft slippers are the ideal present. They’re ideal for slipping into while on a plane or in your hotel room. 

These Slumbies slippers are my favorite, not only are they comfortable, but come in a portable pouch to carry them anywhere. 

12.  Compression socks

Compression socks are a must for every traveler in my opinion, especially for long-haul flights, as a nurse, I wear compression socks every day. These socks will help reduce your legs from swelling, cramps, fatigue, and soreness, they help circulate your blood and give relief for varicose vein suffers and keep any excess fluid down, along with keeping your feet warm. 

13.  Passport Wallet  & Passport Family Holder 

If you are a frequent traveler then keeping your passport protected is a smart idea. These passport/document holders are a great way to keep your passport safe and to keep your boarding passes, cards ID in one place without having the hassle of searching through your bags. If you are a solo traveler, you can get a nice looking compact holder, while for families you can get passport holders that hold 4 or more passports all in one place. 

14.  USB rechargeable travel headlamp

Headlamps are under-rated, they come in handy for so many reasons, but are often overlooked, not only are they great for the adventurers, but useful for reading a book in the dark, or dig through your luggage in the middle of the night without waking others up.

This rechargeable headlamp is water-resistant, lasts up to 30 hours, and comes in a handy carry case, keeping it compact. 

15.  Water purifier- life straw

 The Lifestraw filtered water bottle cleans 99.9% of parasites and bacteria from water in countries where water quality is compromised. It helps eliminate chlorine makes the water taste much nicer and keeps you feeling safe from any sickness. 

16.  Sea to Summit dry bag

The Sea to Summit dry bags are a great gift idea for the adventurer, a bag to place your belongs to avoid them getting ruined if they were to fall in the water and keep them afloat, so if you are heading to the beach, on a boat or waterfalls, this waterproof bag is for you. 

17.  Portable Multi-Tool

Having tools is always handy, without a doubt there has always been a time I have needed one, carrying a multi-tool is a perfect tool to help with any everyday task or adventure. 

It has 14 multi-tools in one, making it compact and easy to carry. It includes a saw, knife, can opener, bottle opener, flat screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver, needlenose pliers, regular pliers, wire cutters (Soft/Hard material), flintstone, whistle, reamer, scraper, and awl. Best of all the Roxen Spark comes with a 10-year warranty. 

18.  Noise-canceling wireless headphones

The Sony headphones are a must if you’re stranded on a crowded plane with crying kids, or in a hostel with a lot of noise or snorer (we have all been there) their superior noise-canceling technology drowns out all the sounds around you.

19.  Sony Waterproof portable speaker

Music enthusiasts should have a portable speaker. It allows you to listen to your favorite tunes while relaxing by the pool or on the beach, in your hotel room, or even while viewing movies on your computer.

This Sony Bluetooth speaker is not only compact, but gives you up to 16 hours of battery life to pump your tunes. 

20.  Kindle Paper White

The Kindle Paper white is the ideal gift for anyone who loves reading without having to lug around heavy books. The Kindle offers an adjustable light feature to be able to read even if the sunlight is hitting the screen. 

21.  Travel Neck Pillow

Travel neck pillows are one of the most popular items to pack for long-haul flights, but finding a comfortable one can be hard, there are so many different ones on the market. This memory foam travel neck pillow pack is ideal and packs away in a compact bag, with an eye mask and earplugs. 

22.  Anti-Theft Handbag  & Anti-theft Backpack

Investing in anti-theft travel bags can be a smart option whether you’re shopping for your next travel backpack or handbag an anti-theft bag will keep your valuables safe and stop the wanna-be pickpocketers from stealing your things.  

23.  Contigo Travel Mug

A gift for travel and use in everyday life. I tried many travel mugs and my favorite is the Contigo travel mug, keeping my coffee hot for more than 3 hours and keeps my drinks cold for 10+ hours bonus with its auto-seal it doesn’t drip anywhere. 

24.  Luggage Tags

Luggage tags will help you easily identify your luggage and get them back to you in case they become lost, not only in your luggage but place them on your backpack too, these tags come in bright green, making them easy to find.  

25.  Light-weight Turkish Travel Towels

 We love our Turkish towels, we used to have microfiber towels, but personally, I hate the feel of them. When I found these Turkish lightweights, quick-drying towels I bought 8 of them, I have a set in our caravan to stay and a set for travel and trips to the beach, they roll up or fold so small they take up no room in your bags. 

26.  Reusable Bag

 Not only great for the environment by eliminating the use of plastic bags, but they are also very compact, lightweight, and convenient to store in your handbag. You never know when you are going to do an unexpected shopping trip and need an extra bag to carry your things.

27.  Hanging Toiletry Bag

Suitable toiletry bag for the whole family, keeping all your bathroom needs in one place and in separate compartments making it easier to find your things. I love the hanging feature when I am staying in van parks or in hostels and don’t want to put my things on the chair.

28.  Travel Size Hair Dryer

If you’re not staying in hotels where a hairdryer is provided, this compact, lightweight, powerful and foldable hair dryer is a must.

29.  GoPro 9 Camera &  GoPro Dome

Undoubtedly the best underwater camera out there, but not only great for in the water, but its amazing picture quality is also good for any occasion. 

30.  FE Active Travel Hammock

Perfect gift for any Traveler and camping lover to unwind, hang it in the wild or on the beach or even on boats and soak up the scenery. 

The FE Active hammock comes with a removable mosquito net and straps to go around any tree. It is lightweight, can fit 2 people with a total of 300kg weight limit, and packs away nicely in a travel bag.