Last Updated on May 15, 2023 by Tia
In this article, we are talking about Unique Travel Gifts, that everyone will love!
These gift ideas will work amazingly as Christmas Presents or any other time of the year such as birthdays and anniversaries.
So if you have a friend, family member, or significant other that loves to travel.. keep reading!
Because these gifts are all super affordable, whilst being the type of gifts a traveler would cherish forever!
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In this day of extreme consumerism, I’m all about buying friends and family presents they actually need.
Sometimes I’ll even go as far as asking my loved ones what it is they actually need this year.
You don’t need to be a travel addict to enjoy these presents, all you need to have is a suitcase and a passport!
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Unique Travel Gifts – Practical Necessities Travelers Love and Need
A Good Power Bank
There’s nothing worse than being in the middle of the jungle and the damn phone dies of battery JUST as the Mama elephant finally takes her babies to the river for a drink. And yes, I am speaking from personal experience here!
A power bank is an absolute MUST for any travel scenario and a literal lifesaver in case of power cuts ( this happens more often than you think in Asia!)
Amazon no longer sends power banks to Cyprus, so head on over to Irepairitforyou in Nicosia, Cyprus to get yours!
Packing Cubes
Packing cubes are THE best way to keep your luggage organized. They are extremely lightweight, can hold a lot of clothing, and keep clothes wrinkle and smell-free!
Keep underwear, shoes, and clothes separate and never have to look for anything again!
This is a fantastic present for carry-on luggage as it’s a great way to maximize your space!
When I travel to Greece, I usually travel with a carry-on so these are a must for me!
A good set of packing cubes can actually DOUBLE your carry-on volume, so anyone who travels will adore this gift!
An Excellent Travel Neck Pillow
The most powerful item to pack for any long-haul flight is a good-quality travel pillow.
I love this one because it has an innovative design to hug the neck and chin that makes it super comfortable and a real necessity.
Mine has traveled with me to over 20 destinations around the globe! I call it my lifesaver because it is the sole reason I didn’t have a nervous breakdown during to boat trip from hell to Phi Phi Islands)
A Universal Adapter
The king of all presents both in value and convenience.
Never have to worry about buying different adapters for different countries. This Universal Adapter is an all-in-one solution and works excellently around the globe. Must have! I have had mine for over 7 years!
Portable Travel Jewelry Box
I bought this last year and it is stunning!
This portable travel jewelry box is the perfect little box with compartments, to keep jewelry safe – especially little earrings, necklaces and rings that always go missing in a girl’s bag!
This is such a perfect little present that ANY girl would adore to receive!
Travel Containers
Beat the struggle of the 100ml travel! You all know what I mean. You are traveling light, or with a carry-on suitcase, and you are only allowed 100ml in all liquids and sprays.
Obviously, these silicone travel bottles are a staple in any journey I take!
You can get cheap ones from a lot of places, but many are badly made and leak. These gorgeous squeeze bottles ensure you don’t waste any product either. Winner!
A filter Water Bottle
Save $$$$ and the Planet – this one is a winner!!
The WaterWell Filter Water Bottle is a must-have for international travel to keep yourself safe from sickness.
It cleans up to 99.9% of airborne parasites and bacteria from countries with questionable drinking water quality (Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Costa Rica, and many many more!)
You can use it everywhere – hiking, backpacking, camping, fishing, and outdoor activities.
With 1,500 LITRES from the water filter straw, the PUREWELL bottle outperforms the competition and requires fewer refills.
Did you know that drinking unclean water is one of the main reasons travelers get sick while abroad?
Travel Wallet Organiser
This incredible wallet organizer is perfect for both men and women, and super convenient, especially for organizing! Why, you ask? Here’s a quick list!
- Ideal international travel organizer and compact organizer with lots of pockets
- RFID protection keeps thieves from using electronic gadgets to steal your identity and credit card information. Dimensions: 13x23x3 cm Weight: 99.8g.
- Lots of pockets including one on the front for phone, a zippered pocket for important things, 9 card slots inside, an open pocket for small items, big pocket for cash, and a convenient pen slot.
- Water-resistant RIP-STOP Nylon is super durable and will look good for years of continuous use.
- It also comes with a key chain and removable wrist strap.
Coin Purse/ Small Wallet
All girls will know what I mean; female wallets are usually HUGE.
Mine practically reminds me of a Mary Poppins bag!
And they are so unnecessary when you travel; do you really need all your bonus cards in Latin America? No, you don’t.
This coin purse is a lovely item for loose change, and can also double as a small wallet for foreign currency.
A little purse for big adventures…Adore!
Unique Travel Gifts for Special Occasions
A GoPro Camera
Drool!!! Does the Go-Pro Hero 10 camera really need an introduction?
Take it hiking, camping, or cycling. Dive it underwater whilst snorkeling or scuba diving.
Snowboarding, skiing, rock climbing- you name it- and the GoPro is good for it.
It’s expensive, but if a few people pitch in, it’s the best Luxury Travel Gift you could give someone who travels.
*hint hint to all my friends reading this*
Unique travel gifts – The Perfect Travel Gifts To Keep at Home
Scratch off World Map
I’m so in love with this Scratch off World Map!
A gorgeous world map of our glorious planet and you get to scratch off all the places you have been to. It has a great selling price too!
It’s hanging very proudly on my bedroom wall (thanks mum!)!
Do you know how satisfying it is to return from a trip and scratch off another destination?
Disclaimer: The Earth is huge, and you will soon realize you’ve hardly been anywhere. It’s pretty depressing, but also inspiring, to travel as wide and as far as I possibly can!
Unique Travel Gifts – Luggage Necessities to Make Life Easier
A Portable Luggage Scale
We’ve all been there.
The Shopping monster has taken control of all logic and common sense and we have shopped till we dropped!!!
But how heavy is this suitcase now?
With overweight baggage fees costing an arm and a leg nowadays, this portable Luggage Scale is a great way to make sure you pack your bags according to the airline’s regulations and never pay a single dime on top.
Disclaimer: You might have to pull a Joey from Friends and wear all your clothing to the airport!
Luggage Cover
During my travels in America, my Samsonite wheels were broken into pieces by careless airport staff.
And this year while I was traveling in Thailand, my brand new hardcover suitcase was so badly scratched the color had rubbed off! So no more!
I am OBSESSED with these gorgeous Luggage covers to keep them safe, and to add a truly customized look to your suitcase!
Available in multiple sizes, it will be hard to contain yourselves.
Unique Travel Gifts – Travel Inspiration at its Best
The Ideal Wanderlust Travel Book
This The 500 Best Places on the Planet travel book by the incredible Lonely Planet is an absolute favorite of mine.
The ultimate travel inspiration book- for anyone wanting to travel in Europe or Internationally!
This compilation of the 500 most unmissable sights and attractions in the world has been put together by Lonely Planet’s global community of travel experts.
Big-name mega-sights such as the Eiffel Tower and the Taj Mahal battle it out with lesser-known hidden gems for a prized place in the top 10, making this the only bucket list you’ll ever need.
Travel inspo at its finest! Perfect for coffee tables, travel addicts, and wandering hearts!
So this is it, guys!
My best unique travel gifts will make that special someone so happy!
Whether you are shopping for Christmas, Valentines, Birthdays or any other occasion, I hope this can help 🙂
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Love, Tia x
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