This might have been my most favorite holiday gift guide yet! And not only because I want everything, but because I love traveling! Exploring new places is one of my absolute favorite things to do and I’m hoping today’s holiday gift guide will help inspire you.
Or at least help you with gifting your travel buddy, or that friend that everyone’s jealous of because she gets to go everywhere. But you still love her, so why not give her something adorable/useful for her next trip?
One of my favorite things is probably the water bottle. Simple, and sounds silly, but here’s why. I always bring a water bottle with me. And on most of my flights, the person next to me has asked how I got it through security. If you’re rolling your eyes at this, you’re probably a pro traveler, but could still use an adorable water bottle.
Anyways, when I tell my fellow squished-in passenger, they laugh. It’s so simple! Bring an empty water bottle with you, then fill it up before boarding! Queue awkward laughter and moderate face-palming.
Headphones and the most adorable Instax camera don’t hurt either, #amiright?
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no. 1: These Frends headphones basically sell themselves, just sayin’.
no. 2: Gifting a travel journal is a small gesture, but it’s so useful (and thoughtful!). I love keeping track of all the places I’ve seen, especially with a journal as cute as this one.
no. 3: This scarf, right? I’d wear this probably every day, but bringing a scarf along during any flight is a good idea. It can keep you warm when it gets cold up there at 35K feet, but can also double as a pillow! Just wrap it up and throw it behind your head to keep you comfortable.
no. 4: If I could have everything in rose gold, I would. Let’s start with this Kate Spade watch!
no. 5: I will never not want this bag. Even when I finally get it, I’ll still want another. AKA, the most functional/beautiful OTS bag I’ve found, yet.
no. 6: Every traveler needs a good book. This year, it’s all about Mindy’s newest read (get one for yourself, too! It’s a fantastic book).
no. 7: Hi, you perfect water bottle, you.
no. 8: Traveling overnight? Don’t forget to pack a sleep mask.
no. 9: I have my own Everlane weekender and use it for everything. It can be used as a carry-on, or as you guessed it, for a little weekend trip!
no. 10: Your passport is useless if it’s damaged (really, I’m not kidding), so keep it safe with a passport cover.
no. 11: I’ve had the Instax on my own wish list for a while, and I’m sure you can guess why. It’s not always easy to tote a heavy DSLR around, plus the Instax takes the sweetest photos!
Are you always hopping on and off planes, trains, and every other kind of transportation? What’s on your wish list this holiday?
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I always travel with a water bottle that I can refill. I don’t always carry it with me while in the city, but it’s a life saver on long-haul flights. The Pearl may or may not be on my xmas list already 😉 Can’t wait to discuss when I unwrap it on the 25th (fingers crossed)!
It really is! And oh my gosh, I’ve had that bag on my wish list since before last Christmas. Still holding out hope!
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Have you seen any reviews of the Instax cameras? I’d be keen to see more. Also, how about a guide for travelling fellas?
Buckets & Spades
I haven’t read through the reviews, but I’ve seen a handful of photos taken with them and they’re marvelous! Also – I have a guide for the fellas coming up real soon!
g.
This is such an elegant selection of gifts! I love that Everlane carryon, and the mask is fabulous of course!
Thanks so much, Kevin! The only problem is that now I want everything (of course).
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