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If there’s someone in your life who lives for their next vacation (and maybe takes the saying “catch flights, not feelings” a bit too literally,) you know you can’t go wrong with giving them a travel gift this holiday season. The challenge lies in sourcing the right present to support their passion — after all, they’ve probably seen everything on their adventures, and will have an equally discerning eye for weekender bags and on-the-go outfits.
But, fret not, this is where our tingling shopping senses come in: We’ve searched high and low for the luxury travel gifts that will make your giftee’s next journey the five-star experience they deserve. From insanely photogenic rolling luggage to snuggly neck pillows for the most incredible mid-flight snooze, click ahead to discover presents at every price point for the sophisticated explorer.
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This sleek travel iron is the perfect touch-up tool for someone who travels a lot. Designed like a hair straightener, its dual-heating plates glide over fabric to smooth out creases in seconds. It comes with six heat settings tailored for different materials, including linen, wool, and silk. The best part? Your giftee won’t have to bother with setting up an ironing board.
Shop Nori
Nori The Nori Press, $, available at Nori
With an expandable shelving system that unfurls into a mini closet with five compartments, this Solgaard carry-on is perfect for someone who hates packing (and unpacking). Aside from the genius clothing organizer, it’s kitted out with whisper-quiet wheels and ergonomic handles.
Shop Solgaard
Solgaard Carry-On Closet Original, $, available at Solgaard
These teensy earplugs may not seem like the most luxurious gift at first glance, but they’ll come in handy when your giftee is trying to sleep in a room with poor soundproofing. The soft and pointy silicone tips significantly reduce low-level and moderate noise (like loud whispering or traffic sounds) without causing any discomfort in the ear.
Shop Loop
Loop Dream Earplugs, $, available at Loop
This nylon harness is a genius way to get more storage out of a carry-on suitcase. It comes with zip pockets that can fit electronics, tablets, and a 16-inch laptop, among other must-haves.
Shop Rimowa
Rimowa Cabin Luggage Harness, $, available at Rimowa
When it comes to gorgeous travel bags, no one’s doing it like Paravel. This chic tote bag — with its bright, customizable lettering — wouldn’t look out of place in a Wes Anderson movie. The waterproof lining and two see-through vanity cases makes this the ideal carryall for a relaxing day by the pool.
Shop Paravel
Paravel Cabana Tote and See-All Set, $, available at Paravel
This elegant atomizer will make sure that your giftee never travels without their favorite perfume again. With a lush Italian leather exterior and gold-tone details, they’ll receive compliments galore every time they whip this out for a top-up.
Shop Nordstrom
Creed Refillable Travel Perfume Atomizer, $, available at Nordstrom
Touchland’s colorful fleet of hand sanitizers have gone viral many times over, and for good reason: They don’t dry out your skin, and they disinfect without leaving any goopy residue. (Plus, the light mist smells absolutely incredible.) We’re partial to this sandalwood scent, which reminds us of a much more expensive perfume.
Shop Sephora
Touchland Blue Sandalwood Hydrating Hand Sanitizer, $, available at Sephora
Every seasoned traveler knows you can never own too many pouches, especially when they’re from Dagne Dover. This dopp kit makes a lovely new home for your giftee’s beauty stash (and even tech accessories), and the waterproof lining keeps the rest of their suitcase safe from any accidental spilling.
Shop Dagne Dover
Dagne Dover Large Seoul Dopp Kit, $, available at Dagne Dover
R29 beauty editors agree: This is a holy grail product for anyone who travels long-haul. With a laundry list of hydrating and brightening ingredients — hyaluronic acid, peptides, and retinol, to name a few — it’s the secret weapon to combating tired, jet-lagged eyes.
Shop Bluemercury
111Skin Celestial Black Diamond Eye Mask, $, available at Blue Mercury
With this stylish refillable bottle set, your giftee will always have their favorite toiletries on the road. They come with engraved labels on the side, so there’s no chance of mixing products up in the shower.
Shop Sephora
Ríes The Essential Travel Container Set, $, available at Sephora
These sleek packing cubes will stand the test of time (and countless rounds of packing and unpacking), thanks to an extra-length nylon material that’s both waterproof and tear-resistant.
Shop Monos
Monos Compressible Packing Cubes, $, available at Monos
Got a photography lover on your list? This nifty add-on turns the smartphone camera into a traditional point-and-shoot, thanks to the retro-style shutter mechanism. The Bluetooth-enabled tool lends extra stability to the phone, and can be mounted onto a tripod.
Shop Uncommon Goods
Uncommon Goods Retro Point & Shoot Camera Phone Converter, $, available at Uncommon Goods
With a full-grain leather exterior and a lush microsuede lining, this laptop sleeve will help your giftee make a polished first impression on a business trip. The option to add personalized initials make for an even more thoughtful gift.
Shop Leatherology
Leatherology Laptop Envelope Sleeve, $, available at Leatherology
This drawstring backpack can be unfolded into a large beach towel, making it a two-in-one gift with excellent value. The colorful design is reversible, and reviewers have raved about how the Turkish cotton material dries super quickly and holds up well in the sand.
Shop Sand Cloud
Sand Cloud Two-In-One Towel Bag, $, available at Sand Cloud
Anyone who loves camping — or has back issues — will be over the moon with this fancy sleeping pad, made from breathable fibers that helps redistribute weight and relieves pressure on the back. It can be rolled up into a tiny bundle that clips atop a travel backpack to save room.
Shop Airweave
airweave Luxury Travel Sleeping Pad, $, available at airweave
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