Holiday Gift Guide 2022: The Traveler

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This year we saw jetsetters more comfortably getting back to what they really love- traveling. I know I did and was grateful for it. Frequent travelers want stress-free, comfortable experiences. I personally enjoy gifts that are practical and are a reflection of things that bring me joy in life. This list has items that are both useful and thoughtful. These gifts will make travel easier and more enjoyable so they have more time to immerse themselves in the experience.

Bose QuietComfort 45 Noise Cancelling Headphones

The iconic first noise cancelling headphones are back and better than ever. You can choose from full noise cancelling or Aware Mode where it lets outside sounds in to increase your awareness of your surroundings. They are designed for comfort, the bluetooth connects to your device within 30 feet, and you can get up to 25 hours in a single charge. These are perfect for sitting in noisy airports or for those long flights.

$249 on Amazon

Scratch Off Map of the World with Flags

This is something I am buying for myself. It’s a thoughtful gift for the wanderlust in your life. The recipient can scratch off the countries (and US states) they have visited along with the corresponding flag. The map is 36″x24″ so it is big enough to see and scratch off even the smallest islands. It is minimalistic with a gloss finish which makes it great to put on display. Give your traveler the gift that will allow them to look back on their adventures and motivate them to explore more.

$32 on Amazon

HERO RFID Blocking Neck Wallet

Safety is important when traveling, and this gift will help with that. This durable and lightweight neck wallet keeps personal items hidden but easily accessible while on the go. It contains RFID-blocking technology that protect you from potential e-theft. The strap is adjustable and allows one to carry everything close to their chest. It’s a gender neutral accessory and comes in 7 different colors.

$25 on Amazon

Twelve South AirFly Pro

Say bye-bye to connecting to in-flight entertainment with corded headphones. This device allows you to wirelessly transmit audio to up to 2 wireless earbuds or earphones. It has you covered for long flights with 16 hours of battery life. There are so many other uses for this device including being used on wired speakers to wirelessly receive audio from a phone. This is definitely a gift a traveler would be grateful to have.

$55 on Amazon

Trusted Housesitters

This is a thoughtful gift for the traveler with pets. I have been using Trusted Housesitters for the past year, and it has been wonderful. You can sign up for a pet parent membership to find caring sitters who will watch your animals while you are away free of charge. You can also sign up for a sitter membership to find unique places to stay in exchange for pet sitting. Or you can do both! You pay an annual fee for unlimited sits or stays. Sitters are referenced, reviewed, and verified with background checks, id checks, external references and email & phone verification. I have had such a pleasant experience with all my sitters, and I have saved so much money on pet care. This has really allowed me to travel with less stress knowing my pets were being well taken care of.

30% Discount on Membership