Passport Holder

$7 Shop Here

Let’s start with my favorite travel gift item, this passport cover. Not only is it a holder for your passport, but one side also serves as a wallet! It comes in many color options and is a very durable PU leather material. Also, the cover has the full world map when it’s opened. I included this in my bridesmaid’s gifts for our destination wedding and everyone loved it.

America the Beautiful Annual National Parks Pass

$80 Shop Here

This National Park pass is a great gift for a frequent visitor of parks across America and can be used unlimited times for a year from the date of purchase. This is definitely worth it if you visit more than one park a year as a regular entry fee is usually around $30.

National Geographic Destinations of a Lifetime Book

$20 Shop Here

This book is great for travel inspiration and amazing destinations to visit! It’s by National Geographic so there is amazing photography as well.

Wood World Map

$100 Shop Here

There are a ton of world maps out there, but this one from Amazon is a unique wood one that comes in different shades and sizes. You can also add pushpins to the wood, something that’s added to my cart for the future. The price varies on the size and color options.

The Five Minute Journal

$26 Shop Here

A great way to start your day and end your day with a positive routine, even while traveling is with this 5-minute journal. There are pages for starting each day with a quote and lists what you are grateful for, what would make today great, daily affirmations, and ending the day with 3 amazing things that happened, and what you could do to make the day better.

Cork Wall World Map

$25 Shop Here

This cork world map looks like another great one for using pushpins for places you’ve visited sold on Amazon with different size options.

National Geographic Guide to National Parks in US

$28 Shop Here

This book has great information on all the National Parks across the country organized by region.

Custom City Map

$26 Shop Here

This Etsy shop has custom city maps for cities all over the world. I have one for the places I have lived so far. It comes in a great minimalist black and white design (frame not included).

Cork Globe

$46 Shop Here

Here’s a physical cork globe for places you’ve visited. This is sold on Amazon and there are different color options for something smaller to display your travels.

Journal Notebook

$12 Shop Here

This is a great journal with small A5 binder paper included perfect for keeping a journal while traveling or for a small travel scrapbook.

Women’s Osprey Aura AG 65L Pack

$270 Shop Here

For a travel backpack, Osprey is the brand I love. They are a bit on the pricier side, but definitely a great investment. The material is very durable and the storage is great with many pockets and compartments. Just one of the best brand packs. I have the REI Cresttrail 65L which is similar to this one, but I would prefer this Osprey because it’s my favorite brand for packs

Men’s Gregory Baltoro 65L Pack

$300 Shop Here

My husband recently purchased this Gregory pack on sale for $250 and it was great for storing everything we needed for a camping weekend trip. They also regularly go on sale in sporting goods stores like REI.

CamelBak Classic Hydration Pack

$42 Shop Here

A Camelbak for outdoor activities is essential and this one is a perfect size. Great for day hikes, excursions, or anything that requires you to have some water. These are currently on sale and sold in many places including Amazon, online, and at many sporting stores like REI and DICK’S Sporting goods. They come in many colors.

Cole Haan Men’s Wayland Duffel Bag

$165 Shop Here

This is a great stylish and sleek men’s duffel. I purchased this as a gift for my husband and he loves this bag. Its durable leather and the perfect size for a carry-on or weekend trip. This bag is also currently on sale (original price $400). I purchased mine at Saks Off Fifth.

Women’s Osprey Sirrus 24L Pack

$140 Shop Here

I have the Osprey Skimmer 30L and unfortunately couldn’t find the same pack but here is something very similar. I love my Osprey backpack and it has been with me everywhere for almost 6 years with no problems. Mine also came with a water bladder.

Away Suitcases

$225 S, $275 M, $295 L, $695 All 3 Shop Here

Away luggage is a bit on the pricier side but I would say it’s worth it and you pay for what you get in the quality of the product. Quality luggage that will last forever is always a great investment. I have the carry-on and large and would like to get the medium. These bags come with a luggage tag, built-in combination lock, and laundry bag. They also include a limited lifetime warranty for any functional damage. The carry-on has a built-in removable portable battery and the large came with adapter plugs which is a great travel plus!

Osprey Porter 46L Travel Backpack

$91 Shop Here

I purchased this travel backpack as a gift and it’s a great carry-on bag for airport travel that fits a ton of stuff! The straps on the back can be tucked away and the bag can be carried like a duffel with attachable shoulder straps and it can be opened up all the way as a suitcase would. There is also a laptop storage slot.

Kenenth Cole Backpack

$68 Shop Here

I purchased this backpack as a gift and it’s a great small travel backpack. There’s lots of storage including laptop storage and a ton of compartments. This backpack also has a sleeve that allows you to add it to the top of a rolling bag. This is a great stylish and sleek women’s backpack.

Quickdry Microfiber Towel

$7-$21 Shop Here

Microfiber towels are the way to go for traveling. They are compact, lightweight, and dry quickly. It also comes with a storage pouch. There are many different colors and sizes.

Compression Packing Cubes

$28 Shop Here

Compression packing cubes save so much space and these come in a variety of sizes and colors. I previously had regular packing cubes but I love how compact the compressions ones are and they’re great for fitting more things in your luggage!

Digital Hanging Luggage Scale

$11 Shop Here

This digital luggage scale is very convenient to check your luggage weight before traveling. The amazon basics one is also another good option I’ve used.

Hanging Removable Toiletry Bag

$30 Shop Here

The toiletries bag that I have isn’t available anymore but this is a similar one that is perfect for travel. Each of the 4 separate bags can be removed and used when needed which is very convenient. They also come in different colors on Amazon.

Toiletries/Makeup Bag

$20 Shop Here

I love this makeup bag that fits all the stuff I need with a separate exterior zipper that I can fit small toiletries in.

Go Pro Hero 9

$350 Shop Here

I previously had the Go Pro Hero 5 and recently upgrade to the Hero 9 and there are definitely some great changes made. The front camera is a new feature from the last version that is very convenient for selfies and the anti-shake is amazing. I would say one downside to the Hero 9 is the screen touch is a bit slow to respond. However, overall the Go Pro is a great camera for capturing anything, especially outdoor activities, with its small size which makes it perfect for travel.

External Battery Portable Charger

$60 Shop Here

There are different versions of this external battery but this Anker battery comes with 3 USB ports which makes it very convenient to charge everything you have at once.

Universal Travel Adapter

$14 Shop Here

This all-in-one travel adapter covers 150 countries and is compatible with international outlets.

Universal Waterproof Phone Pouch

$9 Shop Here

This phone pouch is great for any time you need your phone when doing water-related activities. It has a lanyard that goes around the neck and comes in different colors.

Polaroid Snap Instant Camera

$84 Shop Here

For a small instant polaroid camera, this is a great one to print your digital photos. Unlike the classic polaroid, this one is a full bleed polaroid photo.

Electronics Organizer

$15 Shop Here

With so many gadgets and wires, a great way to keep them organized is with this organizer for wires, hard drives, cables, USBs, SD cards, chargers, and whatever else fits. This also comes in a larger size and different colors on Amazon.

Pixel Buds

$160 Shop Here

For noise-canceling headphones, the pixel buds are a great one that actually stays in your ear. They come in different color options. They are also great to link with google assistant.

Samsung Galaxy Buds

$80 Shop Here

Another great headphone that does not fall out when doing activates like running is the Galaxy Buds. They are also conveniently small but have great sound quality.

Powerbeats Pro Wireless Headsphones

$170 Shop Here

The beats pro headphones are larger, with a bigger case that you’re less likely to lose. They also have great sound quality.

Theft Protection Fanny Pack

$18 Shop Here

For traveling without worry, here’s a great way to store your money and valuables. This is an RFID blocking travel money belt.

Collapsible Water Bottle

$22 Shop Here

This is a great water bottle for refilling that is collapsible and lightweight to travel with, with a leak-proof twist cap.

Memory Foam Travel Neck Pillow

$11 Shop Here

This is a great memory foam neck pillow that can be conveniently packed up into a small bag.

Welly First Aid Kit

$25 Shop Here

This first aid kit comes with the essentials of bandages, a roll of tape, nonstick pads, wound prep pads, butterfly strips, antibiotics, hydrocortisone, and ibuprofen pills. Welly makes many different types of first aid kits and they all come with colorful bandages which are totally necessary.

Sleep Eye Mask

$10 Shop Here

If you need a quick shut-eye on a plane, in a tent while camping, or traveling somewhere with less than ideal sleeping conditions then a sleep mask is a great thing to have. It comes in many colors on Amazon.

Multitool Knife

$48 Shop Here

This multitool knife is perfect for a camping trip with 7 tools in 1. It includes a knife, pliers, a large exchangeable bit driver, wire-cutters, and a carabiner/bottle opener. My husband loves it and we have also gifted it. A very useful and practical tool and travel gift.

Rechargeable or Battery Powered Light

$22 Shop Here

I love this light. It has 4 light modes with a flashlight option, red light, flashing red emergency light, and lantern light that’s collapsible. It also has a magnet on the bottom and has handles to hold it vertically and horizontally.

Safari Hat

$15 Shop Here

This lightweight breathable mesh hat is designed for the outdoors. It is also conveniently foldable and packable.

Water Filter

$13 Shop Here

There are so many water filters out there but this one is a small and easy-to-use personal water filter for hiking, camping, and travel.

Lightweight Portable Hammock

$19 Shop Here

I could not find the exact hammock I have but here’s a similar one that can be compactly packed and perfect when you just want to hang around somewhere.

2 Person Sleeping Bag

$58 Shop Here

This lightweight sleeping bag sleeps 2 people and comes with pillows. It’s a queen-size XL and great for camping.

Outdoor Blanket

$23 Shop Here

I couldn’t find the exact one I have but here’s a similar outdoor blanket I have that I use all the time for the beach. Its foldable into a tote with a pocket on side and so easy to travel with.