The Ultimate list of Christmas Gift Ideas for Travellers 2021
Ask any travel addict what they want for Christmas I can almost guarantee you they will respond with a plane ticket. This is not always an affordable option to ask mum and dad for; so, what else do you get someone who moves from place to place, with limited space in their suitcase? There are so many amazing gadgets and products out there these days to make life on the road much more comfortable. Don’t waste your money on things that you “think” travellers will like, buy them a gift that they will actually use on their travels. Coming from a traveller, this is the Ultimate List of Christmas gift ideas for travellers in 2021. Check out our Travel Shop section which is always being updated with products that we have tried and tested to make life easier on the road.
Gifts under $30
Luggage scales
are the best invention ever and every traveller must have a set. They are absolute lifesavers, as the weight of the luggage can be checked prior to getting to the airport. This saves the embarrassment of having to either pay for more luggage or throw items away at the airport.
Packing Cubes
Packing cubes are the best way to keep a suitcase organized and save space. They are lightweight and come in different sizes to suit clothing items. A perfect gift for someone who needs a little bit of order in their suitcase life.
Luggage Locks
Most larger suitcases will have a built-in lock these days however it is strongly advised to have smaller TSA approved locks on your carry on, backpacks and even larger handbags. Travel is stressful enough as it is, you need to make sure your belongings are safe at all times.
Cable and Electronic Bag
There is nothing worse than having to search through your entire suitcase for your phone charger then finding them all knotted up. Having a cable/electronics bag keeps everything in one place, tidy and easy to find those cords you are looking for. Depends on how many gadgets the person takes on a trip but we would recommend the multi-layer one as there is space to put a portable charger or their universal travel adapter.
Universal Travel Adapter
This one plug covers over 200 countries such as China,US, UK,Europe, Germany,France, Italy,Spain, Switzerland,Ireland, Greece,Japan,India, Africa,Hong Kong, Singapore Australia, New Zealand Brazil, Argentina,Singapore, Fiji,Chile and the list goes on. Small and compact it is very powerful and a great alternative to having to carry stacks of different adaptors.
Jewellery box
This cute lightweight Travel Jewellery case is a lifesaver, everything is kept together and has a specific spot. Rings, necklaces, bracelets, and the best part earring organiser.
The Ultimate Travel List Book
The Ultimate Travel List is presented by Lonely planet with the worlds top-ranked 500 destinations to travel.
Gifts $100 and Under
Portable Charger or Power Bank
There are so many electronic gadgets these days, Phones, iPad, computers, and earphones. We use our phones for more and more things, calling, google mapping, googling, translating and photos. A portable power bank is a must for every traveller to stay connected, the Anker Power bank is a great size and it will charge a phone 2-5 times.
Blue Tooth Speaker
There is nothing better than pulling out a picnic, sitting on the grass and cranking some tunes. Everyone loves and relates to music in one way or another, these Sony Compact Blue Tooth Speakers are fantastic. Small, lightweight but produce a massive sound. The battery life is about 16 hours, keeping those vibes alive for longer.
Scratchy Map
There are so many different versions of a world scratch map these days, every colour size you can think of. However, none are quite as unique as this one, I have a bucket list world scratch up hanging proudly in my lounge room. Most of it is scratched but I still have a lot to go. The difference between this one and other maps in the market is that this one has a picture and facts of the country that you are scratching off not just a boring colour. It has so many random facts pointing to each country which is great for trivia. It is of great quality and is a huge map. As an avid traveller, I can guarantee you this will be a hit of a Christmas present.
IF YOU REALLY LOVE THE PERSON
Gifts over $100
Noise-cancelling headphones
Bose Over-Ear Noise Cancelling headphones
The old saying you get what you pay for…..well that applies with quality headphones. Bose is the leader in the industry with its incredible sound and comfortable headphones. It is important to have 2 different sets of earphones when travelling, the Earbuds for space and convenience and the Over-ear noise-cancelling headphones for the plane. If you are trying to fill in a 12-18 hour flight most of that will be spent listing to music or watching movies, the over-ear headphones stop all the background noise and provide you with comfortable entertainment. Remember that you will need the Bose Plane adaptor and a cord that connects your headphones to the planes entertainment system. Bose is fantastic and well worth the money.
