What to give to a traveler: 35 unforgettable gift ideas

There is a category of people who cannot sit in one place for a long time. It would seem that they just arrived today from one business trip and now, tomorrow, they are leaving for another. The craving for travel and constant flights usually manifests itself in ambitious, extraordinary people, and therefore the issue of gifts is very acute for them. To understand what to give to a tourist or traveler, it is enough to visit him several times and look around carefully.

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Stylish gifts

It is believed that constant travel cannot be classified as a hobby. This is a kind of life style, without which a person simply ceases to exist. So, for example, for a birthday or any other holiday, you can present the following stylish items to a traveler:

• scratch map of the whole world. It will allow a person to make notes about places he has already visited and set new goals for the near future;
• a silver pendant made in the shape of a world map - such a gift will remind a travel lover of his greatest passion in life;
• T-shirt “Made in Russia” - using such a T-shirt in any country in the world you can easily find compatriots and begin to confirm stereotypes about Russian people;
• A document holder is an extremely important thing for travelers. It will perfectly fit a map, passport, insurance, tickets, boarding passes and other papers. Considering how many of them you need while traveling, it is better to store them in one place, and a holder for this is an ideal option;
• beach blanket – a blanket with an unusual print will immediately appeal to an avid girl traveler;
• a suitcase cover is an excellent gift option, as it protects against dirt, prolongs the life of the luggage bag and allows you to quickly find it at the airport;
• various organizers - allow you to properly pack clothes without wrinkles;
• a sleep mask is an indispensable item for those who fly frequently;
• a luggage tag is a kind of accessory that will immediately indicate that the other person is a tourist;
• a collection of salt - will be needed for those who do not feel well during flights. It has been proven that snorting salts helps you relax and get rid of nausea;
• a flask or a bottle is an irreplaceable thing, both on a hike and during a flight, because you always want to drink;
• buff, a helmet made of cork materials - ideal as a gift for a girl, it will protect against sunstroke.

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Essentials

A person who loves to travel needs not only stylish things, but also useful, practical ones that he can use during a hike or travel. These include:

• thermal mug, thermos;
• “survivalist” kit - this includes a folding blade, an LED flashlight, a compass, a flint (chair and flint), and a multifunctional business card key. It is important to remember that such sets come in different configurations and it is better to choose one that is of high quality and in which you can find everything you need;
• knife – a personalized handmade knife will definitely become an unforgettable gift. It is important that it be compact in size. The same applies to the multitool, which is a multifunctional device;
• dishes - preferably enameled. This one does not break, heats up easily and quickly, and retains heat for a long time;
• flashlight – a powerful LED flashlight is the dream of everyone who has gone on a hike at least once and is going there again;
• a belt bag, a wallet - needed in other countries, both for girls and boys, it contains all the necessary documents and money, it is attached in such a way that it is almost impossible to steal;
• a diary, a sketchbook, a reusable eco-notebook - such a thing will be useful for both tourists and those who go on a hike. It is especially necessary for a person who loves to draw or write poetry, because it is known that the bosom of nature gives additional strength to create;
• thermal socks, other elements of thermal underwear - for fear of not guessing the size, it is better to present the certificate to a store where thermal underwear is sold;
• a postcard with a view of the mountains is a purely symbolic gift that can cheer up a person who misses traveling;
• A carabiner compass is an indispensable thing for those who like to hike in the mountains. The carabiner allows you to attach the compass to your equipment and not lose your course while climbing, especially in foggy conditions;
• an inflatable hammock lounger - such a thing will come in handy not only during a hike, but also at home or in the countryside, because there is nothing better than reclining, looking at the stars and drinking tea or coffee;
• nano-grill in a bag is an ideal option for barbecue lovers. Its compact packaging allows you to take the device with you without taking up much space. Well, the meat on it turns out very tasty;
• dry shampoo is a very important thing for a traveler. He will become her “savior” when there is no way to wash her hair. And you always want to be beautiful, regardless of whether people are walking nearby or there is a wild forest all around;
• An automatic coffee maker is an indispensable thing for coffee lovers. Some people, even on a hike, cannot tear themselves away from their favorite drink;
• An eternal flashlight with a radio is an excellent option for hunters, fishermen, and those who often go hiking. Works without batteries;
• motorist kit - it includes a fire extinguisher, gloves, a warning triangle, a reflective vest, a tow rope and a first aid kit. Without these things, no long trip will be safe;
• an original sleeping bag is a great gift idea for a person who often travels by car, train, or bus;
• travel bag - allows you to compactly pack things you need on the road;
• a pocket chain saw is ideal for sawing branches along the path of travel in hiking conditions;
• Evolution travel pillow – will allow you to relax and sleep while traveling;
• a set of vacuum bags is a great thing for those who travel long distances. A large number of things are packed using vacuum bags in a matter of seconds;
• a set of containers for an airplane is a necessary thing for both girls and men. Allows you to take with you only the amount of personal hygiene products that you need and is compact in size.

Universal charging unit

This little box is a great gift for the gadget-loving traveler. Or, for example, for a blogger who constantly needs to charge a bunch of batteries. The block is very light and fits in the palm of your hand. At the same time, it is adapted to sockets in 180 countries and is capable of simultaneously charging up to 4 devices at high power. A high-quality fuse will protect against network overload.

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Things that are practical

For both women and travelers in the age of information technology, you will want to get online or use gadgets at least for a short time. For this reason, gifts such as:

• e-book PocketBook;
• MP3 player Apple iPod Shuffle;
• binoculars;
• portable accumulator;
• raincoat;
• a backpack, the top of which is made of waterproof fabric;
• Bluetooth speaker;
• charge-roll;
• solar panels.

Such devices will help quickly restore the functionality of gadgets, such as a smartphone. This will allow you to continue to take beautiful photographs, so that later, when you review them, you will again admire the beauty of the places you managed to visit.

Compact razor

A small and fairly light razor from Xiaomi is an ideal gift for a male traveler. It will take up less space than a set of shaving foam and a regular razor or a classic electric razor.

USB charging, waterproof, perfectly smooth shave - what else does a real male tourist who cares about his appearance need.

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Gifts to capture beauty on the trail

Indispensable things for tourists and travelers will be:

• action camera Xiaomi Yi basic edition;
• GoPro, camera for extreme photography;
• smart watch;
• navigator, computer for bicycle;
• TravelWees Travel Friend;
• a cover made of materials that do not allow water to pass through.

Such devices will help not only to preserve and capture joyful moments of relaxation, but will also allow you not to get lost, set your route correctly, and monitor your own health.

What to give to a traveling photographer?

Maxim Marmur, photographer, founder of the MARMUR.PRO photo studio:

“I'll be brief. I have a lot, but personally, I would recommend giving this wonderful thing, an exceptionally reliable LaCie Rugged™ RAID external hard drive that is also very fast. But its main advantage is the powerful protection of the case, which is not afraid of falls from heights, moisture, or sand.”

Ekaterina Demina, photographer for Jamie Magazine, KhlebSol:

“If your friend is a travel photographer (a beginner photographer, because an experienced one should have all this), then he will certainly need any useful accessories. They are always either a pity or there is not enough money. I would recommend the following gifts: 1. A comfortable neoprene camera belt. This is an indispensable item for wearing a camera around your neck for a long time. Each brand has its own. As an alternative, there is also an accessory such as a shoulder strap. 2. Pencil brush for cleaning the lens. This is an extremely useful thing for a photo traveler. It cannot be replaced by any other “rag”, scarf or T-shirt. Especially if there is sand or coarse dust on the lens. 3. Filters - there is quite a wide range of ideas here, the only thing is that you need to know exactly the diameter of the existing lenses. Ordinary protective ones are always needed, and good ones are expensive, so few beginner amateurs spend money on them, but for traveling it is necessary. An ultraviolet protective filter preserves the life of the lens, a polarizing filter is needed for shooting in bright sunlight, and a variety of gradient filters will provide a lot of opportunities for experimentation. 4. Another very useful thing, in my opinion, is the photo glove. They can be thin, insulated, durable, etc., but most importantly, they are convenient to remove, since your fingers can feel all the buttons. There are models with removable fingers."

How to preserve travel memories with the help of gifts?

Some items are known to help preserve fond memories for a long time. Such gifts cannot be taken on the road, however, they will always be at hand in the house, creating comfort and reminding them of what a great time travelers had. The top gifts in this category are:

• beer cap map;
• piggy bank for a traveler;
• a whiskey glass with a map of the person's favorite city on it;
• a brooch made in the form of a world map (an excellent option for travelers);
• a white globe with a set of accessories for painting it;
• super durable card;
• scratch-off pictures of cities where the traveler has already visited;
• a bathroom curtain with a world map printed on it;
• chandelier for the traveler;
• a world map skirt is an indispensable item in the wardrobe of every self-respecting fashionista;
• board game “Exploding kittens” - the compact size of the box allows you to take it with you on a plane or train, even on a hike, to spend time profitably.

Waterproof bag

An ideal gift for the traveler who loves active holidays. However, it won’t hurt beach tourists either. Choose any size from 5 to 30 liters. This beautiful, bright bag is waterproof and therefore perfect for diving, kayaking, fishing, hiking, going to the beach and other activities. And with such a backpack there is no fear of getting caught in the rain. A nice bonus is its light weight and compactness when folded.

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Which gifts are more important than others?

Well, to give something truly unforgettable, you can give the traveler the following surprises:

• Airbnb certificate – allows you to send a friend on vacation anywhere in the world;
• plane ticket - you can give paired tickets so that a person can go on a trip with a close friend;
• paid courses for in-depth study of the English language - in almost all foreign countries people speak English tolerably well. Well, in order not to have difficulties in explaining things, everyone will be pleased to improve their knowledge before the trip.

An addition to such gifts can be cash, a certain amount that the traveler will definitely need on the trip. It is important to remember that the item should not only be chosen with soul, it should remind the tourist of who congratulated him.

"Tricky" thermos from Xiaomi

Does your traveling friend love coffee? What about tea? If yes, he will be delighted with the original Xiaomi thermos.

Firstly, it is light and compact. And also a “non-spill” bottle. Secondly, it perfectly maintains both cold and hot temperatures, and therefore is good in both summer and winter. Thirdly, the thermos has a sensor that shows the temperature of the water inside with fantastic accuracy. And the cherry on the cake is a capsule for brewing coffee and tea.

See also: 10 best thermoses from AliExpress

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What to give to a lover of whiskey tours?

Ilya Kuznetsov, whiskey expert, organizer of whiskey tours in Scotland, founder of the company www.iliatours.co.uk:

“What to give to a whiskey tour lover? A barrel of whiskey that will be stored until the owner wants to bottle it. You can also give a bottle of whiskey to one of the now closed distilleries from old stocks. Whiskeys like this will never be produced again. You can give “Vintage” whiskey, a drink that is bottled in the year of birth of the person you are giving it to. I like to give the Quayh (cup of friendship) - a metal container in which whiskey is heated on the fireplace and drunk in turn by everyone at the table. This is a ritual for friends. Well, “whisky stones” can be a small but pleasant gift - an excellent replacement for ice for those who prefer to drink whiskey chilled. Much more convenient than ice cubes, since the stones, of course, do not melt in the glass.”

What to give to a skier?

Alina Trofimova, editor-in-chief of the ski website Superski.ru:

“For a skier, an attractive gift could be one of the accessories, for example, a ski mask with replaceable filters, gloves for touch phones, or special winter cosmetics that protect the skin from wind and frost. Personally, I would be glad to receive a battery case for my mobile phone as a gift: I use it actively in the mountains, but in the cold the battery drains quickly.”