The best Christmas gifts for travel lovers – from hand luggage to quirky goodies
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Christmas is fast approaching and if you’re still ticking off your shopping list, we’ve got a few handy gift guides to help you pick the perfect gifts for your friends, family and loved ones. If there’s a travel lover in your close circle, it can be hard to decide exactly what to get for someone who is always on the go. This is especially true if you want to make sure to gift them something they will love and treasure, but that won’t clutter up their luggage too much.
Luckily there is an array of gifts out there perfect for jet setters. Whether want to give them the gift of a brand new hand luggage item that will help your loved one to curb excess baggage fees, or you’re looking for a book to provide a little travel inspiration and bring global flavours into their home, our editors have found an extra special festive treat for everyone.
Alternatively, if you want to give someone the gift of a travel experience, airlines such as Jet2 and British Airways already have some great deals in the lead-up to Christmas. You can see our full guide to the latest deals from Jet2 here, our guide to the latest British Airways deals here and our guide to the latest TUI deals here.
Best Christmas gifts for travel lovers
All items have been selected by our editors. All prices are accurate at the time of writing but are subject to change.
Best hand luggage gifts
This Kipsta holdall from Decathalon has gone viral on TikTok over the last year for its use on Ryanair flights without breaking the luggage allowance. And it’s available for less than £10!
The Narway foldable duffle bag is said to be designed “for Ryanair” meaning it fits the airline’s non-priority luggage allowance measuring 40 x 20 x 25cm.
This carry-on cabin bag, by the brand xlodea, comes with an adjustable strap and in a selection of colours. Measuring 40 x 20 x 25 cm it comes in an array of colours to suit any traveller.
This holdall from Hayayu is a great fit for those travelling with Ryanair, measuring 40 x 20 x 25cm. But if you find you have more luggage allowance or need some extra room, a handy zip compartment expands the bag to 45 x 36 x 20cm.
If you’re after something a little more luxe, the uber-trendy RIMOWA Cabin Classic is perfect for the high-end travel lover.
Best suitcase gifts
This large suitcase from Samsonite is a great lightweight option for those going on long-haul travel and comes with a three-point locking system for extra security.
This set of two suitcases is perfect for your favourite travel-hungry couple or simply someone who doesn’t like to pack light. The suitcases promise a sturdy outer shell and are easily transportable thanks to their four-wheel base.
The American Tourister Bon Air spinner suitcase is an extra strong hold luggage option perfect for long-haul jet setters.
This hard-shell suitcase comes with four spinner wheels for easy transportation. The suitcase also comes in an array of colours to suit any personality.
For the luxury traveller in your life, the RIMOWA check-in large suitcase is the perfect, sturdy option for long-haul travel.
Best travel essential gifts
Save money and look after the environment by opting for one of these reusable clear toiletry bags for use at airport security.
This set of eight packing cubes comes with four compression cubes, as well as a laundry bag, shoe bag, make-up bag and small pouch – the perfect way to organise your suitcase.
Give the gift of a peaceful in-flight sleep with this neck pillow set, which comes with a cosy memory foam pillow, eye mask and storage bag.
Never overpack again thanks to these handy compression cubes. This set of three packing cubes comes in a selection of colours to suit any personality.
The Tessan Universal Worldwide travel adaptor eliminates the need for having multiple adaptors for your international holidays, by combining all socket types in one. It also comes with USB ports
This blackout eye mask promises to help you get a restful sleep, even on the busiest of flights, but blocking out any light from your seat neighbour’s reading lamp, TV or open window blinds.
Best gifts for cruise lovers
Cruise guests have hailed “super helpful” towel clips for stopping their towels from blowing away while on the pool deck. Pool clips and pool bands both serve the same purpose – to keep your towel firmly attached to your sun bed. These don’t just need to be used on cruises, but can also be used on the beach or around the pool in particularly breezy destinations.
Want to boost storage space onboard a cruise? Cruisegoers have recommended these handy magnetic hooks as a way to increase how much you can store in your cabin.
Help your cruise-loving friends keep their cabin smelling fresh and ensure no unwanted smells linger from the connecting bathroom with some Poo-pourri spray
Numerous cruise experts and cruise guests recommend popping a small, liquid toilet spray or some drops into your luggage to keep any unwanted smells from the loo at bay. And these luxurious ones from Aesop are the perfect tongue-in-cheek gift for a loved one.
Cruise lovers have recommended always taking a water bottle with you – particularly one that can keep cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot. That way, you can stay hydrated by the pool or even have somewhere to carry your cocktails.
Best travel toiletry gifts
Want a hand sanitiser with a luxury twist? Then Aesop’s wash rinse-free hand wash is the perfect option. Plus, as it’s only 50ml, it won’t break any hand luggage liquid rules.
Keep your skin fresh and glowing while travelling, without exceeding the liquid allowance, with this 50ml of the renowned Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser.
unwanted zits are the last thing you need to pop up in your holiday snaps. But these handy star-shaped spot patches are a great stocking filler that can help keep blemishes at bay, and can be packed straight into hand luggage – no worries about liquid restrictions.
A tried-and-tested product by our Express Travel editors, these eye patches are a great way to relieve tired, jet-lagged eyes on your long-haul holiday.
We all know how important sunscreen is, but this extra special luxury sunscreen from Supergoop! also offers a glowy tint to both protect and prime skin.
Best quirky travel gifts
Remind a loved one that you care with this pretty ‘safe travels’ beaded bracelet, made from smoky quartz and malachite.
This PU leather passport cover comes in a selection of colours and makes a great travel-focused stocking stuffer for a friend or loved one.
These travel stickers harken back to the golden age of travel and will help any suitcase stand out on the baggage belt. The perfect small, quirky gift for a friend or loved one.
The Universal Aeroplane Phone Mount from Perilogics provides an ergonomic way to set up your phone and watch your favourite TV show or movie without craning your neck. There are a number of different ways to set up the phone mount to ensure your smartphone is at a comfortable eye level. Right now, the Phone Mount is available for as little as £9.99 on Amazon.
Whether it’s planning the dream trip or documenting your travels along the way, the Off Piste travel journal from Papier is a great item to pack into hand luggage – and it makes a great gift for travel lovers.
Best travel inspiration gifts
Whip up one-dish dinners inspired by global flavours and bring the taste of travel to your dining table with this mouth-watering cookbook from Rukmini Iyer.
Bring the scents of the sandy shoreline in Barbados home with his delicious soy candle. And you can support a small seller on Etsy in doing so too.
These fun cards are a great way to inspire your next trip or make a great stocking stuffer for a loved one.
Give the gift of a perfectly planned trip this Christmas with the Clever Fox travel planner. This organiser comes with stickers and pages upon pages dedicated to planning your dream trip.
Looking for an ultra-luxurious addition to your coffee table or want to treat the globe-trotter in your life to some travel inspiration? The Assouline book range makes for a glamorous addition to any travel lover’s bookshelf.
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