31 GIFT IDEAS FOR TRAVEL LOVERS | THE ULTIMATE 2019 GIFT GUIDE!

In need of gift ideas for travel lovers? I’ve got you covered! I mean, I’m even impressed with this gift guide… I feel like I really outdid myself with this one, ya know 😉

I’ve included ideas for a bunch of different types of travelers; digital nomads, the earth conscious traveler, fashionable travelers, short term travelers, backpackers, you name it. So have a scroll and I’m positive you’ll find something in here!

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31 GIFT IDEAS FOR TRAVELERS

#1 SKYROAM

This nifty device is perfect for country hoppers! The SkyRoam Solis keeps the user connected in over 130 countries, for only $9/day for unlimited data. Much easier than having to buy data packs in every country you visit. What you can do is buy the hotspot device as the gift, and then they can set up their own data plan. For 10% off use my code INTREPIDINTROVERT at checkout!

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#2 SUBSCRIPTION BOXES

Subscription boxes are like the gift that keeps on giving. Gift a 3 month, 6 month, or 12 month subscription, and they’ll keep receiving surprise boxes throughout the year. It’s a winner that’s for sure!

Here’s a few of my favourite subscription boxes for travel lovers:

• Wanderlust subscription box: These boxes are the perfect mix of travel, fitness, style and beauty.
• Globe In: For beautifully handmade and ethically sourced goods from around the world! Here’s my link for $10 off your first order – just apply the code WELCOME at checkout.
• Cairn: The Cairn subscription boxes are perfect for the outdoor adventure travel lovers! Check out their boxes here for free delivery within the US!
• CauseBox: These are seasonal boxes with ethically sourced beautiful products. CauseBox partners with impactful companies that support good causes internationally.

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#3 PACKING CUBES

I’ve only just recently started using packing cubes, and I’m kicking myself I didn’t use them sooner! This makes living out of a suitcase much easier, and it’s simpler to compartmentalise everything in my luggage. 

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#4 XENVO IPHONE CAMERA LENS KIT

This is the perfect tool to help up the iphone photography game! This pack comes with a few different attachable lenses to get wide angle and fish eye shots.

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#5 UDEMY PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE

While we’re on the subject of photography, why not gift a course on it? Getting better at photography helps travellers capture their memories and share their experiences in a high quality way. Here’s a good cheap starter course here.

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#6 PONCHO

Nothing screams “I TRAVEL” quite like a poncho! They’re stylish, and help cover shoulders when visiting sacred sites. 

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#7 LIFESTRAW DRINK BOTTLE

Many places around the world don’t have the luxury of drinkable tap water. Which is why these drink bottles come in handy! They kill 99.9999% of bacteria in the water, so it can become drinkable. Perfect for the traveler who is environmentally conscious and hates constantly using one-use plastic water bottles.

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#8 REUSABLE & REFOLDABLE STRAW

Another great gift idea for environmentally friendly travellers are

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#9 TRAVEL PRINTS

The perfect gift to spruce up a travel lovers home! City maps, retro art, or photographic prints, are all great ideas to hang on the wall.

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#10 TRAVEL GIFT CARD

A gift card will never go unappreciated! You can gift Airbnb and Hotel vouchers. Plus they’re easy to buy on Amazon! 

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#11 23 & ME

Gift the gift of discovering their roots! I would be so stoked if someone got me a 23&Me pack for my birthday. I’m always wondering where in the world my ancestors were from!

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#12 COFFEE TABLE BOOK

Everyone loves flicking through a good coffee table book! And there are countless ones perfect for travellers! Here’s some highly recommended ones:

Escape by Gary Malin
Humans of New York by Brandon Stanton

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#13 MICROFIBRE TOWEL

A staple travel item in my opinion! They are light, compact, and quick to dry. Amazon has a great range, check out this highly recommended one here.

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#14 WHISKEY DECANTER & WORLD ETCHED GLASSES

How cool is this! Perfect for the liquor lovers!

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#15 AUDIBLE MEMBERSHIP

If they’re like me and can’t physically read a book while in a moving plane, bus, car etc (due to motion sickness) then Audible will be their new best friend! Hook them up with an Audible membership so they can get 1 book/month. So they can listen to books while on the road! 

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#16 KINDLE PAPERWHITE

While on the subject of books, a Kindle is also another fabulous gift idea! Book lovers no longer need to commit half their luggage weight to physical books anymore. They can now store 1000s on their little kindle paper whites. 

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#17 ANTI-THEFT BACKPACK

You no longer need to be paranoid in the European train stations with an anti-theft backpack! And they’re getting super style too! Amazon has these cute ones here.

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#18 POWER BANK

My power bank has saved my ass more times than I can count! I recommend for everyone to travel with a power bank. Here’s a good one on Amazon here.

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#19 EXERCISE BANDS

Sometimes, you can’t just head out for a run, or hit the gym when on the road. Sometimes all there is, is your hotel room and a tiny bit of space. Which is why exercise bands are key to travel with to add a little bit of resistance to a workout. They’re compact and lightweight, making them super easy to travel with without having to forfeit luggage space. 

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#20 WORLD SCRATCH MAP

Because is this even a travel gift guide without including a scratch map?? In all seriousness it’s pretty damn satisfying scratching off a new country 😉

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#21 CITY MAP GLASS

Are they a San Diego lover? These glasses will be the perfect addition to their home

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#22 COASTERS

And while you’re at it, thrown in some cute travel coasters for their cute city map glasses!

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#23 CORK GLOBE

Perhaps they work at a desk? A cork globe would be a fun pin cushion! And can also help plan their upcoming destinations.

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#24 TRAVEL CARDS

The perfect gift for someone who likes a bit of quirk in their travels! These travel cards inspire challenges and exploration that they otherwise wouldn’t have!

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#25 SARONG

A must have for every women traveling! It can double as a dress/skirt, a beach towel, a scarf, and is definitely handy when visiting religious sites where legs and shoulders need to be covered. 

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#26 TRAVEL JEWELERY BOX

The amount of times Ive lost small pieces of jewelery simply by having no where safe to keep them in my luggage! A little compact jewellery box is perfect for travelers. 

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#27 MINI PERFUME SAMPLE SET

These are the perfect size to take for carry on in planes…. After a long flight, they’ll be thanking you for these! This Marc Jacobs set contains samples of their popular sellers.

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#28 LAPTOP COVER

I love laptop covers that inspire a bit of wanderlust. Amazon has a cute range here.

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#29 PIGGY BANK

Help them save for their next adventure with a travel fund money box! They’ll have you to thank for their next trip.

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#30 TRAVEL JOURNAL

Etsy has the most beautiful travel journals. If they love to plan and write about their adventures, one of these would make a lovely gift. Here’s two recommendations of journals from Etsy:

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#31 PASSPORT HOLDER

Again, Etsy has some cute passport holders, perfect for the organised and stylish traveler! Tea Rose is my fave colour… Just saying 😉 

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