World travelers are a different breed. Our idea of a perfect present is probably something that no one else has use for. I should know\u2014my husband and I have been traveling the world together for 14 years! We’ve spent the last two years as full-time, international, digital nomads. We have tried a great many products (some fantastic, some flops), and we now have a pretty good hold on what we actually need, and use, and what is just fluff. I’ve used our experiences to put together this guide to purchase the very best gifts for couples who travel!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
ScavengerHunt.com offers couples the chance to see the sights while bonding with each other and engaging in some friendly competition. These app-guided tours<\/a> are a wonderful way to spend a day or a date night! The recipients of your gift will be able to explore a nearby city or any of our locations around the world<\/a>. Even better, Explorer Passes<\/a> allow for unlimited adventures. Gift cards and e-certificates<\/a> are available!<\/p>\n\n\n\n For the active couple, a GoPro<\/a> or other action camera is a must! We find that we film on our GoPro almost every day. While a new GoPro is great. If that is a bit too steep for your budget, get an older version. The upgraded stabilization came out on the Hero 7 Black. However, we do highly recommend purchasing an extra battery, as they are notorious energy consumers, and a handheld tripod<\/a> so that it can be used in selfie mode!<\/p>\n\n\n\n In this Instagram world, your travel-loving couple is bound to take a lot of photos. Eventually, your camera and phone get full, and you don’t want to slow down your computer with all that data. A durable hard drive is an absolute must! Generally, a solid-state drive(SSD) is more durable than a disc drive. They are more expensive, but they can withstand being thrown around your backpack and won’t freeze up and lose all your memories. We have tried several from Seagate and other brands, but the one we have loved the most is this external drive from ADATA<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We did a ton of research before choosing our travel backpack, and we can say wholeheartedly that this backpack from BAGSMART<\/a> has exceeded our every expectation! This bag is technically a camera backpack, as we carry a lot of professional equipment, but it has excellent structure, with moveable and removable interior separators that allow you to pack it how (and with whatever you like). BAGSMART no longer carries this bag, but it is still available on Amazon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It doesn’t sound very unique, but trust us, an Airbnb gift card<\/a> is one of the best travel gifts for couples! Airbnb offers a comfortable and affordable way to travel the world, and honestly, it’s one of our favorite travel sites. We love the ability to meet local folks and to stay in real homes. Airbnb now offers hotels, hostels, private apartments, and long-term rentals, so it fits an itinerary and is a great gift idea!<\/p>\n\n\n\n We did mention that your travel couple is going to take a lot of pictures, right?! When we take a big trip, the first thing we do when we get home is edit all the pictures and build a photo album on Shutterfly<\/a>. Their lay flat, premium books make for a perfect keepsake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here’s another area where we have had to learn from failure. We have been through so many suitcases! The perfect suitcase depends on what kind of traveler you are. We recommend packing light and taking a small rolling bag. We will recommend a couple, but in general, here is what we look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Again, if you travel infrequently and keep your bags on you at all times, you might consider investing in an expensive, beautiful bag. We find that we put our bags through way too many cobblestone streets, public buses, potholes, and conveyor belts to buy expensive ones. There is nothing worse than seeing your $400 bag come out of the shoot busted on its first trip. The jury is out on this one, but we choose to buy fairly inexpensive bags. Here are the two we have had the best luck with: <\/p>\n\n\n\n You probably won’t see any travel tips guide that doesn’t mention packing cubes, that’s because when living out of a bag, organization is key! No one wants to unpack their whole suitcase, in an airport, just to grab some clean underwear or a pair of socks. That is why any travel lover will get way too excited when they open these perfect packing cubes<\/a>! We haven’t used these (yet), but they are designed and sold by professional travel Youtubers, Tim & Fin, and the design is awesome. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There are cheaper brands out there that are great too, just make sure you look for compression bags and sturdy zippers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Navigation, Google searches, photos and video, Google Translate … and the list goes on! We use our smartphones for everything during travel, and unfortunately, sometimes their battery doesn’t last as long as yours. A travel-loving couple needs a good portable charger! A new one of these babies<\/a> is on our Christmas list this year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do people still use travel books? Yes! <\/em>A smart traveler does. If you know your traveler’s next trip destination, this book not only makes a great travel gift. A good guidebook is always worth the extra cost. Europe is on everyone’s bucket list and Rick Steve’s is the undisputed king of European travel. His guidebooks are expertly curated for all European destinations. Your loved ones will save big bucks and precious time by following Rick’s tricks and tips! <\/a>They also provide excellent downloads, DVDs, maps, and guided tours. If you don’t know where your travel lovers are heading next, no problem. The website sells gift cards to all their awesome products!<\/p>\n\n\n\n A great pair of headphones is an awesome stocking stuffer. Not only do they drown out the screaming babies on the plane, but they are useful every day! These earbuds from Samsung <\/a>would make someone very happy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n A journal is a unique travel gift that will help your loved ones document their ultimate journeys! This is a habit we are personally trying to get much better at. As mentioned, travel memories begin to stack up and eventually you forget them altogether or they become very hazy. It is so nice to go back and look at what happened that day, what you actually saw, and who was there. We encourage every traveler to at least write down a few sentences a day. It doesn’t have to be fancy, can just be a simple one, like this journal from Etsy<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n With the pandemic hitting airlines hard, we have noticed an increase in baggage fees and a decrease in baggage allowances. Many travelers are choosing to travel with only carry-on luggage, and some airlines are even weighing those more regularly. A portable luggage scale<\/a> is nice to have around to ensure you avoid all extra costs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As full-time travelers, we can’t live without our Roku<\/a>. Having the ability to watch all your favorites, in your own language, just gives you a semblance of home. Plus, there are rainy days and days where you need to just binge Netflix. Google, Amazon, and Roku are just a few of the streaming sticks out there. Here are a few things to look for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your traveler is a book lover,<\/a> they will appreciate an Audible membership<\/a>! It will keep them able to fuel their habit without carrying around a bunch of impractical books. Another great option is a subscription to Spotify<\/a> for music and podcasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your nomads are techies, they are going to need a lot of plug-ins, and unfortunately, that is not a feature of most hostels around the world. They no longer sell ours, but this powerbank<\/a> is very similar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even if you have sworn to never ever wear a fanny pack, you will change your mind after one trip with one. We both carry a fanny pack<\/a>, and we can’t overexaggerate how handy they are!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best travel gift ideas are practical ones! Adventurous travelers have itineraries filled with ATV rides, ziplines, and road trips through the mountains. Great travel insurance (with major medical coverage) is super important, and it isn’t something any wanderluster wants to spend their own money on. We love the nomad plan from Safety Wing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The worse part of travel, as we have said, is trying to pack and repack your stuff and find things when they are spread out all over the place. A well-organized toiletry bag is a must and a great travel gift. If your favorite couple is planning a big trip, they are thinking about car rental, a new phone, or their flight. They will be so grateful that you thought about their personable. Our favorite toiletry bag<\/a> is also from BAGSMART (although we just realized this). We have tried several toiletry bags. This one is by far the best!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Universal adapters should be on every travel gift guide. For any international traveler, they are a must. Thankfully, some brilliant person has finally figured out how to take all those separate adapters and put them in one. Thank you anonymous super genius! There’s a million out there, but here are a few things to look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unfortunately, much of the world still doesn’t have access to clean water. Our water bottles are something we use every single day! While a bit expensive, we love this LifeStraw Go Stainless Steel Water Filter Bottle<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ok, this one isn’t necessarily a need, but we do love it! Scratch off world maps are a dime a dozen, and we love them! They allow you to see where you have been easily and increase your wanderlust, as you see just how much you still haven’t conquered! However, these maps from atlas.co<\/a> are different. They were developed by long-time travelers and YouTube sensations, KaraandNate.<\/em> They allow you to create a custom map of your route, pinpointing every memorable moment on the trip! They are totally customizable and framed beautifully, creating not only an awesome piece of memorabilia but modern home decor that your newlywed or young couple likely also needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Weather is unpredictable, and packing a coat in a carry-on is almost impossible. We think a lightweight puffer coat<\/a> is an absolute must!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Alright! That concludes our gift guide of the absolute most useful travel gift ideas for your favorite wanderers. Looking for stocking stuffers? Eye masks, neck pillows, and luggage tags are things we can’t live without!<\/p>\n\n\n\n What have you decided to buy? Let us know in the comments!<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re seeking ideas for new destinations to add to your travel bucket list, check out our list of the best places for couples to travel<\/a>. We’ve also got “Family Travel Tips To Make Your Next Vacation A Breeze<\/a>.” Keep an eye on our blog<\/a> for more tips, tricks, and life hacks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Gift your traveler\u00a0the perfect gift for couples who travel<\/a>,\u00a0like a stainless steel filter water bottle, a USB power bank, or a universal power adapter.<\/p> <\/div> Nomads have interesting gift lists! \u00a0Some of the must-have gifts for couples who travel<\/a>\u00a0include a sturdy backpack, the best carry-on rolling bag, and portable chargers?<\/p> <\/div> Consider gifting a traveling couple<\/a> an\u00a0app-guided scavenger hunt<\/a>\u00a0in their favorite city<\/a>. These tours are a wonderful way to spend a day or a date night! Explorer Passes<\/a> and gift cards<\/a> are available.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Written by a full-time, international, digital nomad, this guide can be used to purchase the very best gifts for couples who travel!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":22,"featured_media":1104,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[42,50],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-814","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-holidays","category-travel"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
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6. The Perfect Carry-On Suitcase<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The iFLY Hardside Luggage Fibertech 20″ Carry-on Luggage<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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9. Rick Steve’s Travel Guide Book<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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10. Bluetooth Earbuds<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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15. Powerbank<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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16. Fanny Packs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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17. Travel Insurance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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18. Great Toiletry Bag<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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19. Universal Adapters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
20. Filtered Water Bottle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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21. Adventure Map From Atlas.co<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
22. A Lightweight Coat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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