50+ Christmas Gifts for Travelers: Ideas They’ll Love (2025)

Earplugs

Not only are earplugs great on the plane to tune out other passengers whilst trying to sleep, but they are a godsend to block street noise and noisy hotel neighbours. Read our Hearos Earplugs Review here.

Eye Mask

Once again, if good sleep is a priority whether it be on the plane, a bus trip or in your hotel, an eye mask is a godsend.

Hand Sanitiser

We have always travelled with hand sanitiser, but now more than ever with Covid-19, this is a gift that will be valued.  It can be used for wiping down your seating area on the plane, sanitising TV / air-con remote controls in your hotel room, and of course, before eating or after using the bathroom.

Headlamp / Head Torch

We always travel with a headlamp and it has saved us countless times during power outs and walking home in the dark when there are no streetlights.  We also love the fact you still have two hands free if needed.

Luggage Strap

Have you ever been waiting for your luggage on the carousel and seen someone’s underwear and clothes, followed by a suitcase lying open with a broken zip? To ensure this doesn’t happen to us, we always use a bright, coloured luggage strap.  It also helps us easily identify our bag.

Luggage Tags

Fun luggage tags are an affordable and welcome gift, and are ideal for identifying luggage on the baggage carousel.

Passport Cover

For those travelling internationally a lot, a passport cover will help protect your passport from general wear and tear. Plus, there are lots of cool designs to pick from!

Scratch Off World Map

This is fun way to record travels.

Swiss Army Knife

The swiss army knife has been a trusted tool of adventurers around the world. They generally have a main spearpoint blade plus other blades and tools such as screwdrivers, a can opener, tweezers, and many others. It is the tool you can always count on.

Travel Wallet

Keep identity theft at bay with an RFID blocking travel wallet and passport holder. We have found the basic, lighter ones best for hand luggage.

TSA Approved Locks

We travel with numerous TSA approved locks as they are great not only for locking your luggage whilst travelling, but also for keeping your belongings secure in your hotel room.

Anker PowerPort

We use our Anker PowerPort on a daily basis for fast charging multiple devices at once. We love the convenience of not having to carry lots of different charging cables which reduces weight in our luggage.  Read our Anker PowerPort+5 Review here.

Bluetooth Speaker

Play your favourite tunes through portable speakers anywhere, anytime.  Bluetooth speakers make the perfect travel companion. Read our BOSE Soundlink Micro Speaker Review here.

GorillaPod

The GorillaPod firmly secures your digital camera, video camera or phone to just about anything, anywhere and everywhere.

Headphone Splitter

A headphone splitter is perfect for couples or families who want to listen to music or watch movies together.

Kindle eReader

Talk to most travellers and the one travel tech gear they love is a Kindle. This is the perfect gift for someone who loves to read while travelling as they can take their library with them. The best Kindle on the market today is the Kindle Paperwhite, but there are quite a few on the market to suit every budget.

Laptop Sleeve

Not only do laptop sleeves protect your laptop on the road, they also keep it clean of dirt and dust, and are lightweight.

Noise Cancelling Headphones

Noise cancelling headphones are a must for getting through a long flight. We personally prefer the earbud types purely due to weight and size for packing.

Power Bank

Power banks feature advanced fast-charging technology and portability, making it perfect for people who travel.

SD Cards

All travellers will appreciate extra SD Cards, especially those that love taking photographs. Prices vary according to storage capacity and quality.

Selfie Stick

We have predominantly used our selfie stick with our GoPro when we are snorkelling or just wanting to capture the vibe of a new city.  We have just recently started to use it more to try and get shots of the both of us as we realised we have so few of these from our previous travels.

Smartphone Waterproof Case

A smartphone waterproof case is a great item to turn your smartphone into an underwater camera.  We have also used ours to store our motorbike keys, hotel key and some cash whilst we are out snorkelling or going for a swim at the beach.

Universal Travel Adaptor

A universal travel adaptor is a must for any international travellers.

Lifestraw Personal Water Filter

The Lifestraw personal water filter is an extremely effective portable water filter created for the prevention of common waterborne diseases.  This is the ideal gift for travellers that spend a lot of time outdoors or travel to countries where the water is not safe for drinking. 

Reusable Cloth Face Mask

There are still some places in the world that insist on face masks to be worn before entering some premises i.e. medical clinics. We travel with 2 each just in case. We have also found them to be great when on motorbikes or in tuk-tuks on dusty or polluted roads.

Reusable Shopping Bag

A reusable shopping bag is a must as most countries now require you to bring your own bags for any purchases or buy them. They fold down to practically nothing and come in a variety of fun colours and prints. Not to mention great for the environment!

Reusable Water Bottle

A reusable water bottle is a great gift for a budget travellers or one that cares about the environment. 

Shampoo Bar

Shampoo bars can be used by men or women and some can also be used as a body soap, face soap, or shaving soap. These are extremely convenient for travellers as they can be taken in carry-on luggage, made into smaller sizes and completely eliminate the need for plastic packaging.

Travel Containers

Very popular with travellers or anyone who likes to organize, travel containers can be used to store jewellery, medication, or decant toiletries for travel.

Zero Waste Travel Kit

The Zero Waste Travel Kit is the perfect gift for the environmentally conscious traveller. The kit includes reusable bamboo straws, bamboo toothbrushes, silk dental floss, bamboo-cotton pads for the face, bamboo-cotton swabs and mesh produce bags.

Airplane Footrest / Hammock

Whilst we are yet to try this out, we have met others that swear by them. The airplane footrest is designed to lift your feet off the ground, taking the compression and pressure off your thighs, preventing your ankles and feet from swelling.

Cable Lock

We believe a cable lock is an essential travel item and provides you with peace of mind your luggage is secure wherever you are. Read our Pacsafe Retractable Cable Lock Review here.

Digital Luggage Scale

Avoid overweight bag fee surprises with a digital luggage scale.

Dry Bag

Dry bags are designed to protect your belongings with a watertight seal, making them ideal for boat / snorkelling tours, days at the beach, wet weather days and for water festivals such as Songkran in Thailand.

Hanging Toiletry Bag

A hanging toiletry bag is essential for travellers as it has a hook or handle to hang it up, holds all your cosmetics or toiletries with easy to see compartments, and folds up for easy storage.

Laundry Bag

We don’t like to mix our dirty clothes with clean clothes while traveling, so we always carry a lightweight laundry bag.  These are also great when it comes time to find a laundry to get your washing done.

Packing Cubes

If you like organisation in your suitcase, packing cubes are an essential travel item. Because they compress your clothes, you will also have more packing space.

Quick Drying Towels

We love our quick drying towel as it absorbs moisture fast, it is exceptionally quick drying and is incredibly lightweight.

Travel Neck Pillow

Help support your head with a travel neck pillow. A good pillow will also help you get a better sleep on your flight or long bus trip.  

Airbnb Gift Card

Amazon Gift Card

Apple Gift Card

Foot Locker Gift Card

Kindle Gift Card

Sephora Gift Card

Starbucks Gift Card