90+ Useful Travel Gifts Wanderlusters are Guaranteed to Love

Are you looking for the perfect and useful travel gift for your friend with wanderlust?

Gifts that your family and friends will actually use and love?

Or gift ideas to place on your own wish list?

Finding a useful travel gift is not an easy task. If you are looking for that perfect gift for the traveler in your life, here are 90+ useful travel gift ideas wanderlusters are guaranteed to love.

I haven’t left anyone out, moms, dads, kids, pups. Plus some fun and useful gifts for your tech-loving friends. Help them pack like a boss and travel in comfort with plenty of entertainment; then hold on to the memories with travel gift ideas for the home.

Useful Travel Gifts for Mom.

These are all gift ideas to help her travel in style and comfort, plus keep her entertained on long travel days.

Infinity Scarf With a Secret Hidden Zipper Pocket. Infinity scarf with soft, durable fabric meticulously stitched with a pocket large enough to fit your iPhone, plus room for a passport, keys, and cash.

Beats S.t.u.d.i.o 3 Stylish Wireless Headphones in White and Gold.

Silver Compass Necklace on Enjoy The Journey Card. “Even when you are far away from friends and family or facing life’s challenges you have the courage and power inside to navigate your own way. Life is an adventure and this compass will remind you to enjoy the journey as you wander, dream, and reach for your goals.” This quote is straight from Amazon.

Cocktail kits by the Cocktail Box Co. Several other flavors of premium handcrafted cocktails, including Moscow Mule, Old Fashioned, Champagne Cocktail, or a Gin and Tonic. There is always something to celebrate, and it will help you relax a bit.

Lilly Pulitzer Travel Accessories ~ In addition to the brightly patterned luggage and backpacks, Lilly has lots of useful travel accessories, including passport covers, umbrellas, luggage tags, day pouches, and journals.

KÜHL is an independently owned and environmentally conscious company that crafts outdoor adventure clothing with a fusion of style and sustainability. From hiking pants, leggings, and shorts to dresses, skirts, and skorts, KÜHL offers a wide selection of products that make practical and useful gifts for your travel-loving mom Their short-sleeve shirts, long-sleeve shirts and tanks are lightweight, making them perfect for everyday wear. And their bags and packs, caps and hats make it easy to transition from work to play in style. As a bonus, they also offer a lightweight down comforter that is easily packable for when mom needs extra warmth on those chilly nights outdoors.

Passport Holder Cover Wallet with RFID Blocking Leather Card Case. These Travel Passport Wallets can organize many travel documents in addition to the passport. Add a boarding pass, credit cards, id card, coupons, tickets, money, and a SIM card.

Travel Planner Journal for Women. Travel Notebook and Vacation Journal for 6 Trips. The journal includes space to plan your budget, research places to visit and things to do, write your packing list, decide on your accommodations, and write down the transportation details. There are also five pages per trip to use as you wish.

Scented Candles Gift Set in Spring, Lemon, Lavender, and Mediterranean Fig, for Beauty and Stress Relief and Aromatherapy Set of 4 (4 x 4.4 Oz).

S’well Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle in Calacatta Gold. For hydration, plus the 25-ounce bottle fits an entire bottle of wine! The perfect way to reduce plastic waste is to BYOB.

Blue Stripe Ladies Canvas Weekender Bag. Sturdy bag for two to three days of travel. The bag can be used as a weekender bag or a cute carry-on duffle. Plus it holds a laptop up to 15.6 inches.

Canvas Travel Toiletry Bag for Women in Blue Stripe.

She will love Burt Bees Products and these travel-sized goodies are perfect for packing. The set includes Cream Cleanser, Day Lotion, Deep Cleansing Cream, Body Lotion, Foot Cream, and Hand Repair Cream.

Protect her skin and she will look fabulous at the same time. with this adorable Wide Brim Straw Panama Roll Up Fedora Beach Sun Hat (UPF50+).

Luxury Silk Eye Mask. 100% Mulberry Silk Sleep Mask, Anti-Aging Skin Care, Available in 6 Colors, in case you don’t love pink. Ultra Soft & Light.

Have you tried coloring as an adult? Your daydreamer will love Travel Between the Lines, relaxing and peaceful.

Physix Gear Compression Socks for Women, the Best Graduated Athletic Fit for Running, Flight, and Travel. For prevention of swelling and venous thromboembolism from long haul travel.

Useful Travel Gifts for Jetsetting Dads.

We all know at least one jet setting dad. They, too, want to travel in style and comfort.

Thule Crossover 87-Litre Rolling Duffel Pack. Add the Leatherman listed below and he’ll be the toughest (and most stylish) traveler ever.

Velour Cover Neck Support Pillow with Sleep Mask & Earplugs (Memory Foam Breathable & Washable). The U-Shape travel pillow is supportive of your neck and will help prevent your head from flopping during naps on long haul flights. Pack it up quickly, put it in the zippered storage bag and clip it on your luggage.

Men’s Buffalo Genuine Leather Toiletry Bag. What a beauty.

LEATHERMAN – Super Tool 300 Multitool. Make sure he is ready for any task or job with this uber functional super tool. equipped with 19 tools including pliers, knives, screwdrivers, wire cutters, an electrical crimper, a wire stripper, bottle and can openers, a file, a saw, and a ruler.

Note: You cannot leave the Leatherman Super Tool in your carry on!

Wide Brim Boonie Hat. Outdoor UPF 50+ Sun Protection, Mesh Safari Cap for Travel, Fishing, Boating and the Beach.

Oakley Men’s Half Jacket Rectangular Polarized Sunglasses. Protecting their eyes and looking good. These can be personalized as well.

Bose Quiet Comfort Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, Noise-Cancelling Headphones. These headphones are the type of gift travelers don’t even know they need until they use them. Drown it all out and listen to tunes, an audiobook, or your favorite podcast. Perfect for long flights or bus rides.

Philips Norelco Electric Shaver 8900, Wet & Dry Edition. Wouldn’t it be great if he had an extra for his travel bag?

Genuine Leather Travel Journal. A thoughtful gift for men, a notebook for his travel diary.

Tenba Shootout 24L Camera Backpack. Seriously, the best camera backpack ever. Here are more gift ideas for beginner photogs.

YETI Rambler 18 ounce refillable water bottle (or wine)! One of the best things travelers can do to minimize waste is to carry a refillable water bottle. The Yeti water bottle keeps it cold or hot for hours.

Useful Travel Gifts for Travel Savvy Kids.

My kids have been traveling since they were tiny. I enlisted their help in creating the list of travel gifts for kids below. All of the things they find useful and love.

Kids Travel Journal. Teach them to journal about their favorite activities and foods. Moments that made them laugh. Strange events. And what they loved the best.

Super cute character luggage tags. Personalize their luggage with their own tag.

Remember the Polaroid? Well, it is back. Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera in Ice Blue, as well as a multitude of fun colors.

Or you could go with the modern version of the Polaroid, the Canon IVY Mobile Mini Photo Printer through Bluetooth!

Fun Riddles & Trick Questions For Kids and Family.

The Don’t Laugh Challenge – Sibling Edition: The Ultimate Rivalry Joke Book for Brothers, Sisters, and Kids Ages 7-12 Years Old. I added this one because my kids are entertained with this for hours. I get to join sometimes, too, but I always lose.

Unicorn Travel Pillow (for toddlers). U Shaped Soft Plush Airplane Pillow. Head Support for Sleeping in an Airplane or Car.

Cute and Playful Patterns Coloring Book: For Kids Ages 6-12. And even adults. Coloring is peaceful.

Crayola Twistables Colored Pencils, Great for Coloring Books, 50 Count.

Kids Carry On Spinner Luggage Set. I had to because this luggage is so stinking cute. Unicorns, monsters, owls, or flamingos.

Kids Travel Guides. There are tons of travel guides for kids on Amazon. The best way to get kids involved in the planning process of travel. I think it has helped my children understand why we travel.

Columbia Circuit Breaker Backpack Daypack, Including Laptop Sleeve for 17″ Laptop.

S’well Bottle, Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle.

Gifts for the Voyaging Pup.

Razor gets to go on car trips with us, he has not ventured on to a flight, yet. But, I will be ready for it, when the time comes with the goodies below.

Top Dog Travel Bag. Bring along your best friend’s essentials. Included in this doggy bag is a front magnetic sleeve pocket, a water bottle holder, a zippered side pocket, an internal zippered mesh pocket, and a removable internal divider to hold everything in place

LIFE4FUN Dog Water Bottle for Walking/Hiking, includes a Collapsible Water Bowl and a Travel Dog Water Dispenser.

Doesn’t this look cozy for your buddy? URPOWER Dog Seat Cover Car Seat Cover for Pets 100%Waterproof Pet Seat Cover Hammock. Heavy-Duty, Scratch Proof, Nonslip, and Durable. Soft Pet Back Seat Covers for Cars Trucks and SUVs.

The Dog Lover’s Guide to Travel: Best Destinations, Hotels, Events, and Advice to Please Your Pet-and You.

Premium Pet Carrier, Airline Approved Soft Sided, Portable Collapsible Travel Pet Bag, Car Seat Safe Carrier.

Printed Dog Paw Flannel, Reversible to Sherpa Throw Blanket for your sweet little baby. Maybe he will even share it with you.

Sometimes those little sweeties get nervous. Try a ThunderShirt Classic Dog Anxiety Jacket, the jackets come in all sizes.

Techy Travel Gifts.

Canon Digital SLR Camera Body [EOS 80D] with 24.2 Megapixel (APS-C) CMOS Sensor and Dual Pixel CMOS AF – Black. Only the best camera ever.

But, you need a lens or two!

Amazon Basics Wireless Remote Control for Canon Digital SLR Cameras.

JOBY Grip Tight GorillaPod Stand. Small and lightweight so you can pack it for any adventure. The grips are tight so you can grip it to just about anything to capture the perfect image with your iPhone.

The Lifeproof Waterproof iPhone case is waterproof, snowproof and shockproof. Don’t let a crack ruin a traveler’s day. Take it from me, it stinks, and it’s not a cheap fix.

The Kindle Paperwhite – 8 GB, Waterproof. The Kindle Paperwhite is a luxury for those of us who love to read. My husband would tell you that the Kindle is the best gift that I have ever given him. It is lightweight and holds a charge. With a glare-free display, the Paperwhite reads like real paper even in bright sunlight. Plus it is waterproof, so you can read and relax at the beach, by the pool, or in the bath.

These days, our smartphone means everything, from reservations to maps, plus often an extra camera. Always be prepared with an extra charge. There’s nothing worse than a dying phone. The BONAI Travel Polymer Portable Charger will also charge your iPad and your Kindle. And, it is small enough to fit in your pocket.

You have to keep it all together. Water-Proof Travel Accessories Organizer case for USB Cables, Ipad Mini, and Phone Accessories.

In order to use the electric outlets in other countries, you will need an international travel adaptor plug. The Universal multi-function Travel Adapter is compatible in 200 countries with US/EU/AU/UK plugs. Perfect for worldwide travel.

Go Pro Hero 7 in Black. Waterproof without the housing. The most advanced Go Pro yet.

Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular, 44mm) – Gold Stainless Steel Case with Stone Sport Band.

Toshiba Canvio Basics (4TB) Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0 in Black. Plug & play. Easy to use with no software to install, backup your photos in two places while traveling, on your laptop, and on an external Hard Drive. Better safe than sorry.

Silver Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch, Wi-Fi + Cellular, 512GB).

JBL Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker with 20 Hour Battery. Take it to the beach or the pool. No worries about spills or even immersion in water. You will make lots of friends with an impromptu dance party.

For those who have it all, I bet they don’t have a Drone! Holy Stone Drone with Live Video for Adults, GPS RC Quadcopter with Brushless Motor, 5G Transmission, Auto Return Home, Long Flight Time, Plus Advanced Selfie for Beginners.

Useful Travel Gifts to Help You Pack Like a Boss.

Samsonite Hardside Luggage with Spinner Wheels, for those who check their bags.

And for those who can travel with only a carry-on, the Samsonite Wheeled Underseater.

Fold up the Samsonite Tote-a-Ton 32.5 Inch Duffel and bring it with you just in case of too much shopping! It happens, I have shopped way too much and ended up with an over 50-pound bag to check. Now I roll up the duffel and bring it with me. Of course, I am a much more efficient packer these days.

Life Changer, I promise. Your traveler will undoubtedly pack like a boss with the Shacke Pak Packing Cubes/Travel Organizers with Laundry Bag.

World Map Travel-Size Laundry Bag. Many of the packing cube sets come with a laundry bag. But, it not, the World Map Travel Size Laundry Bag is super fun and practical.

The Etekcity Digital Portable Handheld Baggage Scale for Travel. If you have to bring everything (some people do), you should know the weight of your bag before you heave it up to be weighed by TSA. Pack your bag to the fullest, but avoid those pesky charges by weighing your bag beforehand with this lightweight luggage scale. I have avoided many tariffs using this handy tool.

Personalize luggage with the Star Wars “Not The Bag You Are Looking For” Luggage Travel Tag. Amazon Prime has tons of luggage tags to choose from. Here are a few more. Personalized luggage tags are helpful for identifying your bag at the baggage claim.

Overboard Waterproof Roll-Top SLR Camera Bag, Help them protect their precious DSLR Camera from water damage. I have taken mine on rainforest hikes, kayaking adventures, chasing waterfalls, and most recently, cave tubing. They need protection from the elements, this bag has been perfect.

Freegrace Waterproof Dry Bags Set of 3 – Dry Bag 2 Zip Lock Seals & Detachable Shoulder Strap, Waist Pouch & Phone Case – Can Be Submerged Into Water for Swimming, Kayak, Rafting & Boating.

Sturdy and Rugged Herschel Supply Co. Little America Backpack.

Water Resistant Shoe Bags for Travel, Storage Organizer Pouch with Zipper, Multiple Color Choices for Men and Women.

TeloTravel Travel Pill Case | 7-Day AM/PM Medication Organizer.

Travel Gifts for the Home.

I could not resist a section for the home. Since we are travelers, we love to bring it home, dream about our next vacation, and relive the memories of our past adventures.

Royal Decanters Etched Globe Whiskey Decanter Gift Set. Exquisite and entirely handmade, with an 850 ml Decanter and Four Bar Glasses. Who doesn’t need one of these in their home office/man cave?

Vintage Canvas Map of The World, 20X40 or 24X48, Ready to hand in your office or living room, look at the world and dream about your next journey.

Destinations of a Lifetime: 225 of the World’s Most Amazing Places. For the coffee table or your daydreams!

Amlong Crystal Lead-Free Red Wine Carafe with a Globe Stopper. Another exquisite gift for your bar or home office. Stunning and classic.

Antique Decorative World Globe for Kids with Magnifying Glass. Well, not just for kids. I love looking at the globe myself and daydreaming of where our next adventure will lead us. Plus, the perfect gift to spark Wanderlust in our children.

Too Much? I don’t think so. World Map Duvet Cover Set, Antique 1600s World Map in Medieval Time Era, Retro Style. Love this so much.

Old World Map Drink Coasters with Holder. Old world style is classy and fun.

Share your vacation pictures all day with a Digital Photo Frame.

Paintspiration Adventure Awaits World Map Mug. Where will adventure lead you to next?

Matt Kepnes runs a travel blog called Nomadic Matt, where he teaches how to travel smarter, cheaper, and longer. He wrote the New York Times Bestseller “How to Travel the World on $50 a Day,“ followed by “Ten Years a Nomad.” Both are available in the Kindle version.

I hope you found lots of useful travel gifts for your jet setter friends and family.

Drop me a line below, I have listed over 90 practical traveler gifts that they will actually use. But, I would love to make it to 100.

What are your favorite travel gift ideas?