20 Best Travel Gifts For Travel Lovers

Looking for the perfect present for someone who loves to travel? My unique travel gifts will give you plenty of inspiration.

I am fortunate that I can justify spending money on travel accessories, so one of my guilty pleasures is browsing websites to see what’s new. I have picked some of my favourite items below, most of which I already own, but there are a few that are still on my wish list!  Perhaps you want to treat a loved one to some unique travel gifts, or maybe you just want to treat yourself?

Whatever the reason, I’ve got unique travel gifts from €10 to €500, so there is something here to suit all tastes and budgets.

1. Personalised Leather Passport Holder and Luggage Tag: €80

This was my favourite travel gift that I received when I started my website. I have seen personalised passport holders and luggage tags elsewhere, but seeing my company logo perfectly engraved on them was something special. Nine years and hundreds of flights later and I still love them. The high quality leather ages beautifully and both look ‘well travelled’.

These unique travel gifts are made by CarveOn, an Irish company who use premium vegetable tanned leather, and each product is finished by hand. CarveOn ensure their suppliers were environmentally conscious and all packaging uses recycled materials. 

2. World Map Pendant & Chain: £14

Travel jewellery is a wonderful gift for anyone who loves travelling. I have a similar pendant to this and love it. This is a great gift for the girl who likes to travel, and at only £14, it makes an ideal stocking filler.

3. Recommended Ryanair Cabin Bag: €18

If you have been following me for a while, the chances are you have this travel bag already. If you don’t and you travel regularly with Ryanair, then you can’t afford NOT to have this bag!

This is made just under the exact measurements (40x20x25cm) to fit under the seat in front of you. The maximum allowed is (40x20x30cm) and is therefore completely free to bring on board as your personal item.

The size it looks online is deceptive, trust me it holds so much! I find this bag the best way to pack light especially for warm climates. It also has ample space for items like a reusable water bottle, hand sanitiser, and a plastic bag for liquids.

4. Demellier New York Tote Bag: €650

I purchased his gorgeous leather tote this year and love it! It is a luxury purchase but it will stand the test of time and has plenty off room for travelling, with a large main compartment as well as a small pocket with a zip for valuables. If you are looking for a luxury travel gift for yourself or a special person in your life – look no further!

5.  Jewellery organiser: €16

Tangled jewellery was a common occurrence for me until I purchased a jewellery organiser. This travel jewellery case will fit a selection of rings, earrings, necklace and bracelets.

6. Aspinal of London Cuff links: €140

An iconic present for the travel lover in your life, these sterling silver spitfire cufflinks are top quality and combine fun with sophistication.

7. Give the gift of a travel experience

Remember when a hop on hop off bus tour was the only tour in town? Now food tours, helicopter rides, cookery lessons and tuk-tuk tours are the way to explore new cities.

We enjoyed a Vespa Tour in Rome and couldn’t recommend it enough! Viator and Get Your Guide offer private and group tours as well as unique experiences. Get Your Guide is offering up to 50% off experiences including the a trip to the Benagil Sea Caves in the Algarve. You can also find hot air balloon rides in Marrakesh and desert safaris and speed boat trips in Dubai.

8. Apple Airtag: from €33

The Apple AirTag looks like a large coin and can be placed in your suitcase or backpack when you travel. It shows you where you luggage is at all times via the Find my Network app.

Priced at just €33 for one coin, and €86 for a pack of four, these are a good investment if you are concerned about lost luggage. Samsung have a similar device called a Smart Tag, and Tile is another alternative that works with any mobile device, but does not have the same precision finding as the AirTag.

9. Bagsmart Hanging Toiletry Bag €35

I never go anywhere without this travel toilet bag. It is extremely compact yet holds so much! The separate compartments are extremely handy and the clear pouches allow you to see all of your toiletries easily.  The inner pockets have elastic straps to hold bottles upright and the material is water resistant. The hanger saves valuable counter space in your hotel bathroom too!

10. Mulberry Silk Eye Mask: €18

This luxurious eye mask is a recent purchase of mine and I love it! It not only feels super soft, but it is a larger size than most sleep masks and keeps more light out. It is also made from mulberry silk which protects your skin and hair from friction. I also prefer the adjustable velcro strap, its is more comfortable than elasticated bands.

I am also a fan of Irish designer Jo Browne’s travel gift set of a bamboo eyemask and pillow. Bamboo fabric is hypoallergenic and breathable, making it cooler in summer and warmer in winter.

11. Airfly Wireless Adapter from €49

If you are travelling on a long flight and own ear buds or air pods then I highly recommend investing in an Air Fly. Instead of using the uncomfortable ear phones that are given out free by airlines, you can connect your air pods wirelessly via bluetooth to the Air Fly and watch movies more comfortably.

12. Personalised Leather Travel Journal: €19

This distressed leather travel journal is an inexpensive and beautiful gift for the traveller in your life. The handmade, eco-friendly and Fair Trade journal also makes a difference to the communities who make them.

The cotton is made by a charity that promotes women’s development in rural areas of Rajasthan, India. There are different sizes to choose from and all can be personalised.

13. Louis Copeland’s Weekender Leather Bag: €449

For men who like to travel, or have to travel for work, this is a practical, yet luxurious gift. As well as a leather weekender bag it can also be used as a suit bag.

Beneath two zip pockets you will find a suit carrier as well as shoe pockets. If you are looking for unique travel gifts for men, look no further. Available in brown or black.

14. Coolife light-weight suit case: From €58

I can not stress how important it is to have good quality, light-weight baggage. I have the samsonite lite-shock cases, which I love, but they are expensive! I have recently heard of the top-rated Coolife cases that are extremely lightweight and much more affordable! They have cabin and checked suitcases so make sure to check sizes for your particular airline before you purchase.

15. Travel Themed Candles from €25

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Ruby Sue’s travel themed candles and diffusers are a staple in our house, I love the scent from my Portofino diffuser when I walk into my hall, and it is great to support small Irish businesses.

16. City breaks from €158

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For people who love to travel, you can’t beat the gift of a holiday. I’ve got 20 European city break deals including flights and highly rated hotels all less than €199!

Read: 20 City breaks deals with flights and highly rated hotels from €158pp

Alternatively book an overnight escape in Ireland – I’ve got plenty of inspiration here:

Read: 20 Spa Breaks in Ireland from €43pp

17. Irish Hotel Voucher with Christmas Gift Box from €170

This fabulous Christmas Gift Box includes a gift voucher in the amount of your choice, which can be used in any of the 20 Select Hotels of Ireland, as well as four handmade Irish products.

This gift is beautifully presented in a presentation Christmas gift box that can be simply placed under the tree. It can be delivered anywhere on the Island of Ireland and delivery is included in the cost. Not only are you supporting four Irish businesses, but also  independently owned Irish hotels too.

18. Bcozzy Neck Travel Pillow: €49

This is another recent purchase and believe me, it is worth the hype! Unlike most travel pillows the Bcozzy provides double support to the head, neck and chin. You can adjust the pillow to suit your position, it even folds in half if you are a side sleeper or want to rest your head against the airplane window.

It is lightweight, stores in a handy pouch and is made with hypoallergenic fabric. It is also machine washable! Could this be the best travel pillow on the market? Its certainly the best I’ve seen.

19. Insta 360 Action Camera: €251

If you or your partner likes gadgets – this is the ultimate gift. I bought one of these a few years ago. It is a 360 camera action camera that can be used for photos, videos and live streaming. It is also waterproof and has what looks like an invisible selfie-stick on screen!

I have linked the newer model which has an even longer batter life, larger screen, faster WiFi, increased camera pixels and voice control.

20. Travel Money Box €16

This wooden frame money box is the perfect present for someone who likes to save for their next adventure. Priced at just €16, it won’t break the bank either!

I hope you liked my post on unique travel gifts and it gave you some inspiration for yourself, or for a special someone who loves to travel as much as I do. Note some of the links in this post contain affiliate links where I receive a small commission if a purchase is made – this is at no additional cost to you.