Seasonal & Holidays
Patch Holiday Gift Guide: 21 Must-Haves For Jet-Setters
Treat your globe-trotting loved ones to these travel-friendly steals.
Packing a suitcase can be a pain point for even the most seasoned of world travelers, especially when it comes to packing light. That's why these gifts — which range from travel bottles that won't leak in your suitcase to luggage that won't break that bank — are absolutely perfect. They will allow your wanderlusting friend or relative to pack easily and efficiently, without skimping on luxury.
Find more great gift ideas for everyone on your list in Patch's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
iNeibo Silicone Travel Bottles, Set of 5, $14.99
With more than three layers of protection to guard the contents of your suitcase against leaks and spills, these colorful silicone travel bottles are the perfect vessels to store shampoo, conditioner, soap, and moisturizer. Plus, they come with pre-printed labels that make it easy to identify what each bottle contains.
The Carry On Cocktail Kit, $24
For those looking to unwind in the air with drink in hand, these kits are just what they'll need to kick their cocktail up a notch. The kit are available in Champagne Cocktail, Bloody Mary, Moscow Mule, Old Fashioned, and Gin & Tonic. Each come with a recipe card and all the fixins needed to elevate two basic mixed drinks into something way better.
Knock Knock Pack This! Pad, $4.77
If you have a forgetful traveler in your life, this comprehensive packing-list pad will be a life saver (and will probably prevent them from missing a flight or two).
Prospector Co. Compressed Towel Tablets, Pack of 6, $5.95
Just run these tiny tablets under some water, and they transform into face towels, ready to help remove makeup, wash your face, or add some hydration back into your skin after a long flight.
Delsey Luggage Helium Aero Carry-On Spinner Trolley, $89.99
Finding lightweight, durable luggage that won't cost you a pretty penny is no small feat. At under $100, this carry-on sized suitcase is a steal. It's sturdy yet mobile and expands by two inches, leaving some wiggle room for some over packing and souvenirs on the way home.
Trakdot GPS Luggage Tracker, $49.39
If you travel enough, you're sure to have at least one harrowing experience with lost luggage. This handy tracker will help alleviate the stress of wondering where in the world your suitcase could be. It sends notifications to your phone upon landing (which you can also track online) that your checked-in luggage has arrived with you. If it turns out your suitcase is taking a vacation all it's own, the tracker will at least tell you what city it's in, so you can be sure to get your luggage back as quickly and as pain-free as possible.
Luckies of London Scratch Map, $24.05
Your globetrotting friend will love this fun scratch-off map, which reveals bright colors country by country as a way to document and showcase all the amazing places they've been.
Flight 001 Spacepak Toiletry Bag, $42
These roomy bags have plenty of space for all of your essential toiletries and unfold into three compartments that you can hang from your bathroom or closet door. Their waterproof design prevents any of your toiletries from spilling onto your clothing, and their bright colors and patterns make them easy to spot.
Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, $349
If you're looking to splurge on your favorite traveler, these wireless headphones by Bose are an amazing gift option. Not only do they play impeccable sound, but these comfy headphones also cancel surrounding noise, so they'll never have to worry about noisy passengers on their plane.
Cocoon GRID-IT! Organizer Case, $14.99
This case will help you keep your carry-on nice and organized with a spot for practically everything — from headphones and pens, to phones, chargers, and chapstick.
Etekcity Digital Hanging Luggage Scale, $7.99
Every over-packer has felt that pit-in-the-stomach feeling as they place their suitcase on the airport scale and hope the attendant won't notice that their bag is 15 pounds overweight. This device allows you to easily weigh your luggage at home, so you can remove extra clothing if needed and save that luggage charge for a rainy day.
Hibermate Sleep Mask with Ear Muffs, $59.95
Not only does will this contraption block out all of that fluorescent light light from your plane cabin — it will also cancel out noise, ensuring a totally restful flight.
Dr.Jart Soothing Hydra Solution Sheet Mask, Set of 5, $14.98
Long flights are super dehydrating and can really do a number on your skin. These luxurious masks will add all of that lost moisture back into your face. Pop one on mid-flight (and scare your seat mates in the process), or take 10 minutes to relax and rehydrate once you hit your destination.
Mobile Foodie Survival Kit, $26
This portable spice rack is perfect for your favorite camper who wants to add delicious flavor to their campfire-cooked meal without packing their entire kitchen. It's also a great option for those traveling to destinations where they know they'll be cooking a meal or two.
HYDAWAY Collapsible Water Bottle, $19.95
When this water bottle is not in use, it folds down completely flat, making it small enough to stow in a tiny bag or even a coat pocket.
Collar Perfect Compact Travel Iron, $29.74
Run this pint-sized iron along collars and cuffs, or open it up so it lies flat, and use it on your clothes like a regular iron. It can be an outfit saver in a pinch, but won't take up much room in your luggage.
Tangle Teezer Hair Brush, $13.49
This handy brush is great on wet or dry hair, and will detangle your tresses after a long flight so you can arrive at your destination looking fresh as a daisy.
Logitech Keys-To-Go Ultra-Portable Bluetooth Keyboard, $44.20
If your friend travels with an iPad or tablet rather than a laptop, she can connect this keyboard to her device via bluetooth, making it a cinch to answer emails or get some work done in the air.
Olloclip 4-IN-1 Plus Lens, $79.99
Forget the bulky camera — you can document your trip in incredible photos and videos with this handy contraption that clips right to the front of your phone. It comes with four different lenses (fisheye, wide-angle, 10x macro, and 15x macro) that are easy to switch in and out depending on what kind of photo you want to take.
Zoppen Passport ID Card Holder, $10.99
These passport covers come in an array of colors and have space for your a credit card, id, and boarding pass, so you can keep all of your essentials in one place.
This credit-card sized contraption serves 18 different functions; it peels fruit, opens bottles, and even has four built-in screwdrivers, making it the ultimate travel accessory.
Find more great gift ideas in Patch's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
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