100+ must-have travel gifts recomguyded by savvy world travelers

Baubax Multi-Function Travel Jacket

It's not often you find a jacket that's basically a stylish sleeping bag and duffel bag all in one, but that's what the Baubax is. With pockets galore, a pair of gloves and neck pillow built-in, and a comfy casual look that looks great with jeans, it'll be your new go-to.

$150 .00

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#2

Zero Grid Travel Security Belt

Foil pickpockets with a security belt that does more than keep your pants up. This TSA-safe magic belt will keep your important documents, keys, and cash out of reach of literally anyone but you.

$7 .99

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#3

Anti-Sleep Alarm For Drivers

A hot cup of coffee and the windows open only goes so far. When it's late at night and you can't stop but your eyes are starting to droop, you can count on this anti-sleep alarm to keep you safe. It's trusted by long-haul truckers to keep their eyes open, so trust it for your family, too.

$39 .99

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#4

Handheld 400-in-1 Retro Mini Game Player

Extreme battery life and variety are two very valuable things for any traveler and that's exactly what this handheld has. It's packed with 400 retro games and has a rechargeable battery that will last you through those long-haul flights and beyond.

$25 .99

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#5

12’’ Screen Magnifier for Smartphone

You don't have to squint to see the movie you're trying to watch on your phone when you've got this compact magnifier in your bag. The 12" board easily folds to fit in your carry-on and can then be easily rolled out to start your movie. Best of all, it requires no electricity.

$14 .95

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#6

12V Car Mini Fridge

You've packed everything and the kitchen sink, but did you remember the fridge? You won't want to go anywhere without this 12V mini fridge that'll keep everything from your canned beverages to your skin care routine chilled and ready for use.

$44 .99

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#7

The Portable Door Lock

There's no such thing as being overprepared, and this portable door lock is such a lowkey way to keep yourself extra-safe, you shouldn't pass it by. The simple metal and chain device slides into the gap between door and frame and will prevent anyone who shouldn't from opening the door. It works on almost all swing and hinge doors.

$14 .95

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#8

AirFly Headphone Jack Bluetooth Transmitter

Who has headphones with AUX cables anymore? Watch movies on the plane with ease and on your wireless buds with a little help from the AirFly. It transmits a signal from the seatback to your headphones so you can watch hands free.

$39 .99

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#9

Nomatic Travel Bag/Backpack

Suitcase or bag? Bag! And the choice will be automatic with Nomatic. The humble bag might not look like much, but with a 40L capacity, it's your new go-to. It boasts such features as space for 2 pairs of shoes, pockets that protect your liquids from the rest of your luggage, and several straps for easy carrying.

$289 .99

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#10

Skyroam Mobile WiFi Hotspot

It's the 21st century and we're all married to our devices, and with SkyRoam, they can stay connected until battery death do you part. The Mobile WiFi hotspot will work anywhere, connects to up to 10 devices, and has an incredible 16-hour battery life.

$199 .00

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#11

Pocket Travel Blanket

You never know when you'll be out late or when temps could drop, but you can be prepared when you've got The Matador in your pocket. The packable blanket is made of unrippable fabric that's designed for camping so it can handle basically anything.

$39 .99

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#12

iPhone Lens Kit

If you don't post it to the Internet, did you even go there? Take your best selfies and your best pics with a set of iPhone lenses that'll make people think you've turned into a photography pro. With more than nine lenses and a compact carrying case, this is basically an entire pro camera bag in a fist-sized case.

$26 .99

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#13

Collapsible Water Bottle

Don't you dare waste your hard-earned money buying water at the airport when you could wisely spend some cash on this collapsible water bottle. It holds 18oz, which is probably more than you'd drink anyway, and clips to your bag with a carabiner for easy portability.

$8 .99

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#14

Instant International Language Translator

In as little as .2 seconds, you can speak to locals like you are a local with this universal language translator. You don't even need an Internet connection, you just need to tap the button. The translator only goes one way, so you'll have to share with your new local buddy to understand their answer.

$746 .16

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#15

Super Compact Electronics Organizer

Keep all your cords in one place and within reach with this super compact electronics organizer. With elastic bands and tiny zippered pouches, it doesn't matter what you've got to carry, it'll fit in here.

$19 .99

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#16

Extractor The Life Saving All-in-one Tool

Forget saving a trip, save a life with The Extractor. This life-saving tool is a necessary item for travelers that spend a lot of time on the road. When the worst happens, they can pluck it from the sun visor and use it to slice through their seatbelt and break their window to free them from a terrible situation.

$19 .95

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#17

Mini Travel Umbrella

If you didn't bring an umbrella, it's gonna rain. If you did, it never seems to rain. It's a weird rule of the universe, so better to be prepared than not. With this mini umbrella in your bag, you'll be ready for anything but hardly notice that it's there. At 6.7", it's smaller than your travel shampoon.

$16 .99

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#18

Travel Checklist Notepad

You'll never relive the moment you got through security and remembered that you forget a critical item again when you've got the Pack This pad at your disposal. It's a list of dozens of the most common and most forgotten items travelers need in their bags in convenient checklist form.

$9 .06

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#19

Scrubba Portable Washing Machine Bag

Whether you're on the road or on the trails, you're not always going to have easy access to a washing machine. With the Scrubba, you don't need electricity or a machine to get your clothes squeaky clean. Just toss them in the bag, give them a rub and dry to be ready to keep adventuring.

$55 .00

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#20

Portable Safe

Enjoy some fun in the sun or go for a run but leave your keys and cash, they'll be secure when you get back when they're in this portable safe. It's equipped with a Masterlock combination block to hold it closed and an uncuttable wire to hold it secure to something like a bench.

$19 .97

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#21

Airplane Carry On Cocktail Kit

When the kid behind you won't stop kicking your seat, there's only one thing you can do: throw down (a drink). This TSA-friendly cocktail kit is available in a variety of cocktails and contains all the fixings for a one-cocktail wonder. Just as the flight attendant for a mini bottle.

$13 .95

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#22

4-in-1 Hanging Toiletry Bag

Instead of an annoying Dopp kit that you have to dig through to find *thatonething*, give a traveler extraordinaire an easy way to see what they packed and what they forgot. This roll-up toiletry bag has 3 see-through compartments for easy storage, use, and visibility.

$28 .99

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#23

50 States 50 Ideas Travel Book

America the beautiful is the travel gift that keeps on giving and 50 States 5000 ideas is how it stays so generous. You may think you've seen it all, but as you leaf through the stunningly illustrated pages, you'll realize there are so many places that you need to go.

$11 .94

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#24

Travel Stub Diary

In the digital age, tickets have become scarce, if you manage to get your hands on one, you need to preserve that. This travel stub diary is the perfect place to store years upon years of memories. With 48 pages of front and back paper to work with, you could fit at least a decade in here.

$14 .39

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#25

Airplane Footrest Hammock

Even if you're on an exit row and have more room than the guy sitting by the bathrooms in Basic Economy, you still don't have enough room. With this footrest hammock rigged up to the seat in front of you, though, you'll feel like you're sitting in first class.

$19 .99

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#26

Inflatable Cloud Travel Pillow

The Inflatable Cloud is a dream come true. Not only can you skip putting your face on that nasty airplane tray table, but you can sit and sleep in a more ergonomic position that won't leave you in need of a chiropractor upon landing.

$14 .99

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#27

The World's Softest Blanket

Give that sorry excuse of an airplane blanket to your dog and wrap yourself up in something that'll make a difference with the World's Softest Blanket. It feels like the clouds you're flying through and is large enough for you to wrap your entire self in.

$29 .99

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#28

StowCo Portable Cooler Bag

Keep the adventure well hydrated (or tipsy AF) by toting along a suitcase that's made just for drinks. These hard shell cases fit three bottles of wine, ten beer cans, or six beer bottles and insulate them against the elements so they're cold upon arrival.

$58 .00

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#29

Anker PowerCore 20100mAh Power Bank

Not being able to put your vaca pics on Instagram is more of a bummer than it raining the whole time. Keep your phone juiced with an Anker Power Bank. There are several sizes of batteries to choose from. All of Anker's high-quality chargers will give your phone some buzz, and some are strong enough to power your tablet.

$59 .99

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#30

Travel Reusable Straws

Save the turtles while you're flying the friendly skies with your very own reusable straw. this stainless steel telescoping set attaches to your keyring and comes in a set of two so you can use one and wash one.

$7 .99

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#31

16-piece TSA-Approved Toiletry Kit

You can have the most complex skincare routine on the planet and it'll still probably fit in this 16-piece set. It's TSA approved and basically leakproof so your clothes will be safe from spills.

$9 .99

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#32

Luggage Cup Caddy

No one has enough hands to manage a carry-on, a personal item, a coffee, and the phone that holds your boarding passes. With this luggage cup caddy, you don't have to. It adds two hands to the mix when it attaches securely to your suitcase's handle.

$11 .39

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#33

Lay-n-Go Drawstring Makeup Bag

Instead of throwing all your makeup in a bag and forgetting what's in there, you can lay it out on this mat and pull the string. The clever makeup bag pulls into a bag shape once you tug the string and stays securely closed thanks to a spring-loaded clasp.

$29 .95

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#34

Silky Toes Roll Up Packable Ballet Flats

Enjoy fancy feet without taking up valuable space in your bag with a pair of roll-up ballet flats. Choose from a variety of colors for the business casual kicks that no one will know were stored in a bag only hours before you wore them.

$10 .99

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#35

Packing Cubes Travel Organizer Set

It might seem like your suitcase has more room when you're just shoving things in it and pushing them down, but it's an optical illusion. Get organized and see how much more space you have by using this set of packing cubes. There are 4 sizes to utilize, and each zips shut to keep things in place.

$15 .75

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#36

The Universal Travel Plug Adapter

When you've got this plug in your bag, you'll never be without a charger or adapter again. USB ports and plugs aren't the only things it boasts, it can also convert power, so you can leave that at home, too, and it works in 150 countries.

$19 .98

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#37

Dog Carrier Backpack

Fifi and Fido can join you on every journey and they won't even have to walk when you've got this dog carrier backpack. For tiny dogs, it's comfortable and makes them feel safer. It's breathable and inescapable, so you can breathe easier, too.

$127 .99

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#38

Compression Socks

Blood clots are no joke and can strike travelers of any age. Keep yourself safe with a set of compression socks that add 20-30 mmHg of pressure to each leg, which promotes blood flow and enhances oxygen delivery to your muscles.

$16 .99

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#39

4-in-1 Travel Blanket

It's a pillow! No, it's a blanket! No, it's lumbar support for long trips! No, it's storage for your small items. Wait! This soft fuzzy pouch is all 4! When traveling, it's important to have items that don't take up a lot of space and can multi-task, and that's why it's important to have this pillow.

$23 .87

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#40

Bluetooth Eye Sleeping Mask

The guy next to you on the plane could have his overhead light on all the way and be jamming to some Metallica and you'd never know with this eye mask on. It comfortably blocks all the ambient light and soothes your ears with the tunes or white noise of your choice.

$20 .99

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#41

Twistable Travel Pillow

No two people sleep in a bed the same way and no two people nap while traveling the same way. The twistable travel pillow can be twisted and turned to fit the weird sleep style of any adventurer. It's made of memory foam and can even be used for things like lumber and leg support.

$24 .99

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#42

Magnetic Phone Cord Winder

Keep your headphones or phone charger close at hand and tangle-free with a simple silicone device. With a little help from a magnet, the cord you're wrapping will stay in one place and tightly wound so it won't catch on other things in your bag.

$7 .99

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#43

AeroPress Quick Coffee Maker

You'll never get caught without coffee when you've got an Aeropress in your bag. Without electricity, the quick coffee maker brews 1-3 cups of good old fashioned American coffee that you can knock back to start your morning right.

$31 .95

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#44

Selfie Stick Tripod

Take the classic tourist pics even if your Instagram boyfriend is too embarrassed to take them for you with a selfie stick tripod. The telescoping tripod easily collapses to fit in your bag and has a Bluetooth remote so you can capture your best angles without bothering with a pesky timer.

$25 .99

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#45

Portable White Noise Machine for Travel

You don't want to be too tired to enjoy your adventures, and with this portable white noise machine, you don't have to be. The small, lightweight machine fits easily in your carry-on and recharges via USB. Hang it near your bed and listen to your choice of 3 soothing sounds.

$19 .99

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#46

Stainless Steel Carabiner Handle Travel Mug

There's nothing wrong with not trusting that crappy airplane mug to keep your coffee in good shape (or from spilling). If you want to feel a little more secure, you'll be super happy to have this carabiner handle travel mug clipped to your bag.

$6 .99

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#47

Jiobit GPS Tracker For Your Luggage

Waiting for your suitcase to appear at baggage claim is more anxiety-inducing than your team being down in the final game with only a second to win it. Jiobit takes that anxiety down a few notches. Using Bluetooth technology, it tracks your baggage from plane to baggage claim.

$309 .99

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#48

LifeStraw Water Filter

When your adventure takes you to a place that's a little more rugged, you're gonna wanna have the LifeStraw in your bag. The filter uses UV light to remove 99.99% of harmful bacteria from water and makes almost any source of water potable.

$17 .47

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#49

The COMFY Blanket Sweatshirt

Planes are freezing and uncomfortable, but when you're wrapped up in The COMFY, you'll feel like you're flying first class. The sweatshirt blanket has a hood to help block light and help you sleep, a pocket for snacks, and a cozy sherpa lining for extra warmth.

$49 .99

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#50

Plush Microwavable Slippers

When your dogs are barking after a long day of walking around your newest destination, these plush slippers will be a gamechanger. Pop them in your abode's microwave for 90 seconds and let the heat of the flax and lavender heating pads melt your pain away.

$29 .99

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#51

I Was Here: A Travel Journal for the Curious Minded

Have a blast reminiscing about the places you've been with I Was Here. The travel journal encourages you to seek out the small details and off-the-beaten-path areas of the locale that you're exploring. Enjoy beautiful illustrations and have the most fun you've ever had wherever you are.

$12 .94

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#52

Wi-Fi Range Extender

When the WiFi alllllllmost reaches your out-of-the-way spot, give it a little boost with this range extender. You can connect up to 15 devices to this extender that adds almost 1000sq feet to your WiFi range.

$75 .00

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#53

HYDROCELL Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Straw

If you've got a cupholder built into your bag, you're gonna want this stainless steel water bottle to go in it. If it's empty, you can get it through the TSA, and on the other side of security, you can fill it up with water for free. Thanks to the insulation, that water will stay cold until you land.

$25 .95

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#54

Kindle E-Reader

The Kindle is the best thing to happen to carry-ons basically ever. Instead of toting around a zillion books, you can have them all stored in one tiny device. The battery life will last for weeks, the pages are glare-free, and it doesn't need the internet to work, what more could you ask for?

$89 .99

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#55

Samsonite Winfield 2 Hardside Luggage Set

Hardside characters are easier to close when overstuffed, but they're also great for keeping breakable secure when your bag is tossed in the baggage hold. An even bigger bonus on this set are the four wheels on each bag, which ensure it stands up straight.

$402 .28

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#56

Travel Connect 4 Board Game

Challenge your seatmate to a rousing game of Connect 4 and connect with your childhood. This tiny game was made for travel and just one of many classic games like Scrabble, Boggle, and Sorry that come in a fun but packable travel form.

$15 .28

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#57

The Digital Luggage Scale

Checked bag fees are bad enough, so spare yourself from the crushing feeling of being .01lbs over the weight limit and having to pay an additional $75. This digital luggage scale is small enough (and light enough) to hide away in your bag so you can always make sure your bags are ready to go.

$21 .23

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#58

Bose Noise-Cancelling Wireless Headphones

The baby across the aisle could be screaming, but you won't hear all the passengers around you groaning about it with these Bose headphones over your ears. By plane, train, or automobile, their 15+ hour battery life is a godsend.

$358 .97

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#59

USB Charging Luggage Tote

Did you forget to plug in your phone while you were playing that battery-sucking game waiting for the plane? That would suck UNLESS you had the USB charging luggage tote. This sleek bag has a built-in battery that'll bring your phone back to life. Plus it has a bunch of pockets and will safely hold your 15" laptop.

$26 .99

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#60

Weighted Sleep Eye Mask

Get some real sleep on the plane or in your hotel with a better-than-the-average eye mask. This plush weighted eye mask adds a little pressure to your head, which in turn relieves a lot of tension and reduces your anxiety.

$39 .99

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#61

GoPro HERO8 Black

Record every moment of your adventure so you can relive it later with a GoPro. The tiny, versatile camera captures video in 4K quality, captures 12MP photos, and has streaming capability so you can light up Instagram Live.

$349 .00

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#62

Bananagrams Travel Anagram Game

Don't fret when your flight is delayed, and don't run down your phone battery checking for updates, play Bananagrams instead! The compact game is easy to pick up and guarantees endless hours of creative fun.

$14 .99

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