Do you want to offer a unique and fun gift to someone you love that’s crazy about traveling?
Or do you want to spoil yourself with the latest travel gear and accessories?
Here are the 53 (and counting haha) best gifts for traveling families, this means for moms, dads, and kids! The listed products are for all budgets, and they are either very useful (so you’ll use them a lot!), or they are just too cool you just need to have them.
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Best Travel Gifts for Moms
The first products are gifts moms will LOVE. Down below are products she’ll be thrilled to use because they are so convenient, but they won’t make her heart race 😉
1. The Fujifilm Instax Square Camera SQ6
Let’s start with one very cool gift: the Fujifilm Instax Square SQ6 Camera. Seriously, moms can have fun too! And nothing is cooler than instant square photos! Because when we travel with our kids, we want to capture the beauty in each and every moment, so we can then cherish those memories forever! I can’t get enough of my SQ6 😉
Buy it on Amazon.com, 139.99$US
Buy it on Amazon.ca, 143.20$CAD
2. Circle Scarves from Jack and Mary Designs
The Circle Scarves from Jack and Mary Designs help keep you cozy in-flight and on the go wearing the fashionable upcycled artfully hand-crafted Cashmere Circle Scarves created from recycled sweaters by Jack and Mary Designs. These gorgeous scarves can be worn long, doubled, or tripled to keep your neck comfortable daily and for in-flight travel from the cool air, a nice accent to accessorize your outfit for the day, and for evenings out.
“Wear it for the Planet,” is their motto, Jack and Mary Designs eco-friendly business offers the perfect combination of both style and practicality through their creations. Also check out their variety of apparel online for Mommy & Me Mittens, Bun Warmer Skirts, Hats, Beanies, Scrunchies, and be sure to check out – “The Original Memory Mittens” a one of a kind gift you can have created from your loved one’s sweater.
Honestly, it is so soft mom will wear it 24/7!
Buy this gorgeous Cashmere Circle Scarf, 70$US
3. RunOff Waterproof Bags
RunOff waterproof bags feature patented TRU Zip, the 1st silent, sliding, toothless and truly waterproof zipper system on the market.
Perfect for air travel, the 3-1-1 Pouch is designed to adhere to the TSAs Liquids Rule for carry-ons. This waterproof bag with a gusseted bottom keeps travel-sized toiletries organized while protecting your clothes from leaks.
The Waterproof Toiletry Bag makes organizing and accessing your items easy while protecting your gear from leaks and messes. Perfectly sized for carrying full-size toiletry products like shampoo bottles, shaving kits, and more.
The Medium Packing Cube is large enough to fit clothes for a weekend trip but small enough to fit perfectly in backpacks and carry-ons. This compressible, waterproof bag is perfect for trips to the gym, beach, or weekend getaways.
And the Large Packing Cube is large enough to hold enough clothes for a week-long trip but small enough to fit in a carry-on. This bag protects, compresses, and organizes your gear, making it the perfect travel companion wherever you go.
Buy them here, from 34.99$USD (ships to Canada)
4. Wacaco Nanopresso
To all those who are caffeine addicts like me, and can’t miss your daily dose wherever you are in the world, get the Wacaco Nanopresso. It is a hand-powered portable espresso machine, and it is so cute! All you need is hot water and your favorite espresso (finely ground or pod if you’re using the NS adaptor) and you can create a cafe-quality espresso wherever you go. Nanopresso is so small and lightweight you can toss it in your purse or backpack for a quick caffeine fix at work, on your next flight, or at a hotel.
Buy it on Amazon.com, 64.99$US
Buy it on Amazon.ca, 119.99$CAD
5. Tesalate Towels
The Tesalate beach towels are compact and lightweight, and they are designed in Australia! A revolutionary new type of beach towel that’s large yet lightweight, super absorbent, fast-drying and totally sand-free. And the best part is: they make extra-large ones so 2+ people can fit on it! 🙂
Buy it on their website, from 79$CAD (they ship to +130 countries)
6. DryFoxCo Towels
DryFoxCo has reinvented the towel with traveling families in mind making them lightweight, absorbent & quick drying. They’re the ONLY towel with a water-resistant pocket for securely concealing your valuables. And they have super cool designs 😉
They’re made of the softest microfiber with the perfect XL size for covering your entire body & featuring reversible travel-inspired designs. Weighing only 8 oz, they easily fit in a backpack or carry on bag.
Buy it on Amazon.com (ships to Canada), 34.95$US
7. Busy Beauty Instant Glow Face Wipes
Get your instant glow in under five seconds! You know when land after an overnight flight: Instant Glow Face Wipes are here to help! Made with oat extract to remove makeup, cucumber extract to brighten and tone skin, chamomile extract to reduce skin redness, and aloe extract to moisturize the skin. Each face wipe is 5.5″ by 7″. Instant Glow Face Wipes are cruelty-free, vegan, phthalates free, and paraben-free. And they smell AWESOME!
Buy it on Amazon.com (ships to Canada), 4.95$US
8. FOUR Organic Lip Balm
Nothing is worse for lips than the airplane’s dry air. The simple solution: FOUR:’s Lip Balm is a blend of only four organic sustainable ingredients: Beeswax, Coconut Oil, Jojoba Oil, and Peppermint Oil; hence the name FOUR:
Say goodbye to preservatives, toxic ingredients, and animal testing. Buy some FOUR:, your lips will thank you!
Buy FOUR here, 18$US for 3-pack (ships to Canada)
9. Black Quilted Hanging Toiletry Organizer by Ellis James Designs
With a large capacity at 12 x 9 x 6 inches in size, all of your beauty accessories, cosmetics, shaving kit, shampoo, medicine, hairdryer, and straighteners fit with ease. This organizer from Ellis James Designs also has a detachable makeup bag that you can pack and take with you easily. It’s made of a water-resistant, wipeable, and hygiene-friendly material that’s easy to clean and maintain, all while looking classy and timeless. This bag can fit any toiletry you can possibly need while traveling. Luxurious and classy while being convenient and useful. Pack your necessities, grab it, and go!
Buy it on Amazon.com, 36.95$US (ships to Canada)
10. Drink Nutrient’s Vitamin Booster+
Getting your daily vitamin intake has never been easier, even abroad! Drink Nutrient’s Vitamin Booster+ is a natural health enhancer for your water. Pouring one pack into 6 oz. of water gives you 100 percent of your daily essential vitamins and 610 mg of electrolytes, giving your body a strong defense against illnesses while repairing your muscles and preparing yourself for the day. Simple, easy and effective, this vitamin-dense drink, as a part of the Drink Nutrient line, is perfect for the whole family.
Buy it here, 30$US for 30 packs (ships to Canada)
11. Drink Nutrient’s Vitamin Coffee
What if drinking two cups of coffee per day gave you all of the daily vitamins you needed to not only stay alert but also perform at your best, even on the road? Drink Nutrient’s Vitamin Coffee does exactly that. As a part of the new Drink Nutrient product line, it’s packed with 13 essential vitamins in each serving. Whether you like it hot or cold, it’s ready in seconds and is perfect for those on-the-go who need a little extra help getting their daily dose of nutrients. As a “functional drink” providing health benefits beyond basic nutrition, Vitamin Coffee provides daily support for your brain, heart, bones, digestion and immune system. And best of all, it can be taken anywhere in the world.
Buy it here, 30$USD for 30 packs (ships to Canada)
12. Busy Beauty Gigantic Body Wipes
Perfect for camping trips, or road trips in the middle of nowhere 😉
Introducing a body wipe you can use on your whole body – without it ripping or drying out! We made a body wipe for adults that is 3 times bigger and 2 times thicker than the average baby wipe. Gigantic Body Wipes come in 3 unique scents: Peppermint Pomelo, Kiwano Star Fruit, and Dandelion Dragon.
Buy it on Amazon.com, 13.95$USD for 8 body wipes (ships to Canada)
13. Busy Beauty Instant Fresh Deodorant Wipes
Now there’s an even easier way to stay smelling and feeling fresh on the go: Instant Fresh Deodorant Wipes!
This would have been useful on our #vanlife road trip around Iceland!
They’re individually-wrapped and lightweight, so you can stash a few in your carry-on. Made with a no-aluminum formula, our deodorant wipes give you 24-hour-long protection with just one wipe. Each deodorant wipe is 5.5″ by 7″. Instant Fresh Deodorant Wipes are cruelty-free, vegan, phthalates free, and paraben-free.
Buy it on Amazon.com, 4.95$US for 6 wipes (ships to Canada)
14. WakaCoffee Quality Instant Coffee
I wish I had this quality coffee on our trip to Iceland (let’s say I’m not a big fan of Nescafe Instant Coffee). We were staying in a campervan, and I had my instant coffee in a thermos every day.
It truly tastes good, and it’s affordable! They received numerous amazing reviews, for good reasons.
Buy on Walmart.com, 11.99$USD for 8 packs
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15. The Game Bag
No more freezing at the game!! A real-life story, this is a horrible experience!
The Game Bag truly is superior to your regular stadium blanket. The Game Bag allows for two-thirds of your body to be protected from the elements. No more worry about rain, wind, snow, dirt, food, and drink, and any other substance you would normally run into at a sporting event or the campsite. The Game Bag keeps your body warm and protected so you can pay attention to what matters… the game!
Buy it on Amazon.com, 69$US (ships to Canada)
16. The Blue Ridge Chair
Because moms shouldn’t have to sit on the grass. Ever. Again. lol
Built with high-quality, sustainable materials made in the USA, and a comfortable design, the Blue Ridge Chair has an adjustable shoulder strap making it easy to carry and assembles and dissembles in seconds. It also features a built-in bottle opener made from recycled workshop wood! With full-length back support, the Blue Ridge Chair is a must-have for every outing or trip and will elevate any outside spot to the next level with its comfort and ease-of-use.
Buy it on Amazon.com, 129$USD (ships to Canada)
Best Travel Gifts for Dads
17. The 422GW Dash Cam
Do you like to go on road trips? Then daddy will like this dash cam! And by the way, this great Dash Cam is offered by Ellen Degeneres in her 12 Days of Giveaways! If Ellen likes it, you will too 😉
As the world’s leading Dash Cam brand, Nextbase’s Award-winning 422GW Dash Cam is the ultimate co-pilot that offers you and your family safety, protection and peace of mind on the road by proving exactly what happened in the event of an accident, providing you crystal clear video footage to share with insurers immediately.
With top accolades as “The Best Dash Cam of 2019” by Wirecutter, Mashable, PC World, and more, the Nextbase 422GW introduces world-first features like Emergency SOS, which senses an accident and will auto dispatch emergency services if the driver is unresponsive, Alexa Built-in for a completely hands free driving experience, Intelligent Parking Mode to monitor your car even when you’re not there, and Ultra high-definition image quality, day and night, ensure all events are captured in detail. Additional features include:
- 1440p HD resolution at 30 fps
- 2.5” HD IPS touch screen
- 140-degree viewing angle
- 10Hz GPS module
- AutoSync
- Bluetooth 4.2 + Wi-Fi connectivity via MyNextbase Connect and PC/Mac software – MyNextbase Player
Buy it on BestBuy.com, 172.49$US
Buy it on Amazon.com, 172.49$US
18. DJI Mavic Mini
We own a DJI Mavic Air drone, and we love it! But if you want a smaller and more affordable drone, the DJI Mavic Mini will be perfect for your next family trip.
The compact yet powerful Mavic Mini is the perfect creative companion for your family adventures, easily capturing unforgettable moments as if you are a professional videographer. With the easy-to-use DJI Fly app, you’ll enjoy a simplified flying experience and a perspective unlike any other.
- 249 g Ultralight
- 30-min Max. Flight Time
- 4 km HD Video Transmission
- Vision Sensor + GPS Precise Hover
- 3-Axis Gimbal 2.7K Camera
- Simplified Recording & Editing
Buy it at DroneXperts, 459$CAD (Canada only)
19. Nomatic Travel Bag
The NOMATIC Travel Bag works great to pack up a family. One of the main problems it solves: juggling all those bins at airport security. This bag has a TSA-ready flap which means you can leave your laptop/iPad in your bag while going through security. But mostly it’s awesome because has all the right compartments to keep you organized. It’s pretty amazing.
20. The 10’8 Stand Up Paddle Board
Paddleboarding is the newest coolest sport, and everyone wants to try it.
The 10’8 Stand-Up Paddleboard (they also have a kid’s SUP) is the Bluefin’s Cruise, the most versatile iSUP with the longest warranty & best customer service around. For paddlers who want a board that travels light & provides rigid stability for the whole family the Cruise delivers. The Cruise is easy to paddle, easy to prep and easy to pack so you’ll have more fun & less faff. Best of all, Cruise is ready to go from doorstep to beach on day 1 with everything you fitting into a backpack. Explore all that stand up paddleboarding has to offer on a state-of-the-art board you won’t outgrow that doesn’t cost as much as a car.
Buy it on Amazon.com, from 399$USD (ships to Canada)
Travel Gifts that Kids Will Love
21. A Personalized Detailed World Map
Kids love to explore and discover new things: they are curious! And we should nurture this curiosity!
Help your kids learn about our beautiful world with this personalized detailed world map. Plan your future expeditions around the world and keep your precious travel memories fresh in mind by adding your greatest adventures!
22. A Handcrafted Wooden House by Conifertoys
My little girl is crazy in love with her Laguna Wooden House: a durable, natural, and fun toy. Conifer Toys has a lot of different house models and amazingly cute toys for kids. Check out their catalog here!
Buy a cute and lovely wooden house here
23. A Wild | Life Monthly Subscription
Which kid doesn’t like to receive a surprise by mail every month? With Wild | Life’s monthly subscription, we receive first the Bear Essentials kit, followed by a series of 11 more kits that always ship out in the same order, so we never miss an adventure. And we can cancel anytime.
What’s in each kit? Essential outdoor gear, activities, games, crafts, and a merit pin, each month! It is a big hit for my little girl!
24. Pictionary Air
How about a family game that you can bring with you on a trip?
Here’s Pictionary Air, a super fun way to play the classic family drawing game! Draw in the air and see it on screen. First, you download the Pictionary Air app to your smartphone or tablet. Then point the in-app camera at the illustrator and they’ll appear, along with their sketch, on the screen of your smart device.
I never get tired of Emma-Kate’s fun drawings! lol
Buy it on Amazon.com, 16.88$USD
Buy it on Amazon.ca, 19.93$CAD
25. Osprey Jet 12 Backpack
I don’t know about your kids, but nothing makes my little girl happier than having the same thing adults have. And the Osprey Jet 12 backpack makes her feel like the most incredible adventurer!
The Kid’s JET 12 Backpack from Osprey has all the features of the adult packs in a size small enough to comfortably fit your little one. The panel-loading backpack features the AirScape back panel and a smooth edgeless harness for total comfort and support. The dual stretch mesh side pockets provide plenty of extra space for essentials, and the external reservoir sleeve ensures that they stay hydrated. The Jet 12 is for ages five and up, and perfect for beginners heading out on the trails for the first time.
- Dual stretch mesh side pockets
- External reservoir sleeve
- Front panel access to main compartment
- Large front stretch mesh pocket
- Small external zippered pocket
- Volume: 12 L
26. My Gnome on the Roam
My Gnome on the Roam® adventure kit for kids ages 3 to 12, created by busy working mom and middle school teacher Anne Armstrong. Emma-Kate is crazy about hers!
My Gnome on the Roam® kit is more than just a toy and a book gift and was designed to provide tools and inspiration for busy families to explore, create and connect. The kit includes a copy of the My Gnome on the Roam Award-Winning Story Book, an adventure journal filled with blank pages, a colorless ready-to-be-painted gnome and a magical pen. After reading the storybook, families are encouraged to take their gnome out to explore the world beyond their own picket fence, to record their story and to share it with the broader community via My Gnome on the Roam’s app and social sites. My Gnome on the Roam’s mission is to help families build creative adventures and fun memories in as little as 30 minutes a week. It’s a perfect way for families to celebrate their travels and preserve the memories forever.
Buy it on Amazon.com, 29.97$USD (ships to Canada)
27. Car Seat Fleece Hooded Blanket
Here is the most comfortable and safe poncho which serves also as a hooded blanket for babies and toddlers for airplanes! It goes right over their car seat keeping it dark and safe for them so they can rest. On the airplane or in the car, kids can snuggle up with them to feel safe and warm. Kids can easily take them off and on with one hand, stay snuggly and comfy, and move around freely while staying happy!
Buy on Amazon.com, from 35.99$USD
28. Flyaway Kids Bed
It’s a premium inflatable mattress that transforms kids’ economy class seats into a flat-bed, so little-ones can sleep and play comfortably on the plane. The side bumpers stop toys and coloring pencils falling on the floor (so no more crawling on plane floors with your mobile phone torch!). And it’s comfy, wipe-clean surface means the inevitable mid-flight OJ spills can easily be wiped away. Best of all, it frees-up extra legroom for Mom and Dad in front of their child’s seat so the whole family can enjoy a relaxing flight. This genius product is designed by a Mom! It inflates in 90 seconds with a small pump that’s included with the product and weighs just 1.3kg (2.8lbs) so it easily fits in your carry-on. Flyaway Kids Bed is accepted on over 45 airlines and is available from www.flyawaydesigns.com for $120 USD with express worldwide shipping.
Buy it here, $159USD + 20USD for shipping (ships to Canada)
29. Rheos Gear Floating Sunglasses
How many sunglasses have you lost so far in the water? I lost count a while ago!
Rheos rival luxury brands in both style and quality, but are incomparably more comfortable thanks to the lightweight frame material being as much as 30% lighter than the other guys. Because these shades weigh less, Rheos float in water while the rest sink. That means no more losing expensive sunnies when your swimming at the beach, kayaking on a lake, or fishing on the river! Rheos feature premium polarized lenses that are scratch resistant, 100% UV protected, AND include a finish of dual-sided anti-fog coating for maximum clarity. In addition to our variety of stylish adult frames, Rheos also has a line for kids and babies with all the same benefits!
Buy on Amazon.com, from 29.99$USD (ships to Canada)
30. Herschel Backpacks
The Herschel backpacks have the “cool kid” look that I desperately wanted when I was a kid!
Of course, Emma-Kate thinks they’re cute too, but I listed these backpacks here because I wish I had one when I was her age lol
They are playful, modern, and come in so many amazing colors!
Buy a Herschel backpack here, from 17.99$CAD
31. Wanderwild Backpacks
If your kid is younger, he or she will like this toddler version of a cool backpack 😉
For travel days, you can fill the kid’s backpacks with their favorite snacks, books, and toys. These backpacks offer a ton of space yet are perfect for tiny bodies. The kids get so excited to put on their backpacks and carry their own travel gear! The Baker family, from the Boundless Bakers, love them!
Buy it on Amazon.com, 48$ (doesn’t ship to Canada)
32. Headphones
I love these headphones for when Emma-Kate play games and watch videos on her tablet while traveling. They output limited volume so I don’t have to worry about damaging her little ear. She is able to take the headphone on and off and control the volume all by herself. My favorite thing about these headphones is their ability to share audio. You can connect the headphone so 2 kids are able to listen to one tablet at the same time!
And they sell in 9 different colors!
Buy it on Amazon.com, 14.99$USD (ships to Canada)
33. Wipe Clean Workbooks
For some educational fun, while traveling, it’s nice to have wipe clean workbooks on hand. They work with a dry erase marker so the kids are able to do them over and over again. We don’t have to worry about bringing a whole box of markers or crayons along for them to color with, just one dry erase marker provides hours of entertainment! These workbooks come in a variety of subjects for all age levels.
Buy it on Amazon.com, 8.99$USD
Buy it on Amazon.ca, 12.82$CAD
34. Travel Patches
These modern takes on vintage travel stickers (for your hard-sided luggage) and patches (for fabric luggage) are the perfect accessory for your bags! Actually, I started sewing to Emma-Kate’s backpack the patches of the countries we visited. She loves to see where she has been!
Whether it’s to show off your adventurous streak or just make your bag stand out on the baggage carousel, at $5.95 (sticker) and $9.95 (patch) and free Prime shipping, these are a perfect little something for yourself, or for your kid!
35. Maxi-Cosi Lara Stroller
Weighing in at only 14 pounds, the Lara is ultra-lightweight with a compact, one-hand fold that fits anywhere from the trunk of a car to an overhead airplane bin. I wish I had this stroller when Emma-Kate was a baby!
Breathable seat pads and soft plush fabrics are designed specifically to enhance comfort for baby, and two baskets offer additional storage for on-the-go essentials. Before the sun sets, the extendable sunshade with UPF 50 protects the baby from the sun.
Buy on Amazon.com, 169.99$USD (ships to Canada)
36. Doona Dusk Limited Edition Carseat to Stroller Travel System
Your sweet little one will be riding in true posh style in the newly tricked out Doona Dusk limited edition car seat to stroller travel system to be launched exclusively at PishPoshBaby.com, featuring integrated wheels that can easily flip from car seat to stroller to rocker in a new sleek, upgraded design with all the bells and whistles.
Handy for travel so families don’t have to bring both a stroller and a car seat! Doona Dusk includes two complimentary accessories; a rain cover ($40 value) and the Essentials Bag ($60 value) with the same special leatherette detailing. In addition, the Infant Insert and Head Support now come in a modish black.
Buy here, 599$USD (ships to Canada)
37. Seat Sitters
Available in adult and kid editions, Seat Sitters are lightweight seat covers that protect against allergies, icky germs, colds and flu on airplanes, trains, movie theater seats and more. Each cover is made from eco-friendly, machine-washable fabric. The kit comes with a seat cover, a tray table cover with adhesive, sanitary wipes, hand sanitizer, an allergy mask, a nut allergy alert sticker and two crayons (in the children’s kit).
Buy on Amazon.com, from 19.99$USD (ships to Canada)
38. Campela’s Baby Beach Tent
With dimensions of 145x105x100cm, you’ve got plenty of room inside the tent for two babies and young children and an adult. Made of quality polypropylene, the material gives you UV 30+ and PF 96% protection against sun rays, and it’s also waterproof up to 300mm. As a pop-up tent, it’s easy to assemble and fold back up, and it’s an excellent product to let your children have fun on hot sunny days at the beach without worrying about them being out in the sun for too long.
Buy on Amazon.com, 19.99$USD (ships to Canada)
39. Soundbub
SoundBub, a Bluetooth enabled portable speaker and white noise machine available as an owl, bunny or bear. It’s lightweight, incredibly easy to tote on the go and stows away in a purse or carry on no problem.
The white noise feature is especially great for a noisy hotel room (and for getting babies to nap while out and about – it’s the only thing that gets mine to nap in the car), and the portable speaker function is nice if you find yourself wanting some music (particularly as part of the wind-down / bedtime routine).
Additionally, WavHello’s free VoiceShare® mobile app allows anyone you love (including long-distance relatives) to record messages that you can play via SoundBub – perfect for keeping loved ones near while you’re away.
40. Trunki
Trunki, it’s a great addition for any family flying with young children. It’s a ‘ride-on’ kids suitcase available in many designs, often animals making it a fun way for kids to travel. It makes getting around the airport with young children much easier! Happy kids = happy parents! They are designed to fit in the cabin as hand luggage, but you just need to check as some airlines have reduced the size of permitted hand luggage and have effectively outlawed them as free carry on luggage, something we came unstuck by recently!
41. Phil and Teds Traveller Travel Crib
The Green Active Family recommends the Phil & Teds Traveller crib – it’s one of the travel pack n’ plays they personally use. They fly a lot on discount airlines in Europe, and this pack n’ play is a budget-saver. Weighing in at just 6 lbs., they can fit it in their checked luggage, and don’t need to pay for an extra bag for it. While many hotels offer cribs for free, it’s less common in holiday apartments or Airbnbs, which is when they use their Traveller the most. They also found hotels in some countries – Switzerland, for example, charge a premium to use a hotel crib. Having their own saved them quite a bit of money on that trip!
42. Disposable Placemats
When traveling with littles, you want to be prepared for anything – and sometimes that means eating at places that aren’t necessarily kid-friendly. That’s why it can be useful to travel with these disposable placemats that stick to the table and provide a clean, engaging eating surface for small kids.
Buy on Amazon.com, 10.69$USD for 60
Buy on Amazon.ca, 24.95$CAD for 80
43. JetKids BedBox
The BedBox is a premium ride-on suitcase for children with an inflight bed or leg-rest feature. Combining the Scandinavian design with aviation-style, this travel essential allows your child to rest comfortably or sleep during long and short-haul flights. Fun and functional with ample storage, the BedBox holds your child´s must-haves. Once packed let your little one ride it (or pull it) through the airport terminal for stress-free transport. Once you board your flight, transform the BedBox from a suitcase to bed in 5 simple steps. Suitable for toddlers and children 2-7 years inflight and from 3 years as a ride-on. Approved by most airlines.
44. GoPillow
The wearable, portable GoPillow can be used from birth and well beyond. Uses include, but are not limited to:
▪ Hands-free, wearable, cradle pillow
▪ Breastfeeding pillow with built-in privacy cover-up
▪ Pillow and swaddling wrap for babies
▪ Toddler pillow with an attached travel blanket
▪ Travel pillow for all ages
The GoPillow is great for air travel because it’s compact and fits on the arm of many airplane seats.
Buy on Amazon.com, 19.99$US (ships to Canada)
45. R&R Pocket Puzzles Fun on the Go!
Perfect to keep your kid busy for a LONG time on the plane: each R&R book includes 100 fun and challenging Word Game puzzles. The book’s small size and handy elastic makes each book an ideal activity on the go. Relax, reflect, and take a break in style!
The books are available at Dollarama nationwide (Canada only)
Travel Gifts to Help a Good Cause
47. American Rhino Apparel
American Rhino, as you may remember is an African wildlife conservation mission-based brand that travels the world looking for opportunities to make a difference. These modern-day explorers have decided that style should not just make a statement, it should also make a difference.
This brand has a permanent storefront in Boston’s iconic Faneuil Hall, as well as with seasonal locations in Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, MA. Here are a selected few items from their NEW fall/winter collection, as these products are a great way to give a gift that matters in more ways than one this year. Each purchase gives 10% directly to the American Rhino Foundation, just a small component of the massive efforts the team at American Rhino does
African rhinos are on the verge of extinction due to illegal poaching, and although it is proven that rhino tusks have no medicinal benefits, poachers are still garnering as much as $60K a kilo.
48. Adventurist Backpack
For every backpack sold, they provide 25 meals to families in need across the U.S. Their Adventurist Classic backpack is a great piece of travel gear for families that love to travel!
It fits perfectly underneath the seat of an airplane, and is completely weather/water-resistant. It has padding front/back for increased protection for electronics while fitting up to a 15″ laptop in the laptop sleeve.
Buy it here, 65$USD (ships to Canada)
Travel Gifts That They’ll Actually Use for Their Usefulness, Health, and Security
49. Travis Touch Plus Translator
When traveling abroad with your family, Travis Touch is an indispensable item to bring along. I’m always scared I’ll end up at the hospital and won’t be able to communicate with the doctor, because we don’t speak the same language.
Translating from virtually any language spoken to any other language, it can mean the difference between a great holiday and a failed one. Imagine traveling to a country where English is not widely spoken. Simple things like taking a taxi or asking about food allergies can become daunting tasks. With this pocket translator, you can rest assured your questions are understood and just as important, you will be able to understand the replies from your conversation partner. Travis Touch supports more than 105 languages, displays a written translation on top of a spoken translation and boasts dual noise-canceling microphones for accurate speech recognition.
On top of that, the built-in hotspot mode lets you share one internet connection (SIM card required) with multiple devices. This way, you and your family can keep your phones and tablets connected to the internet all with just one SIM card. Travis has recently published a great guide on how to choose the best translator device, you can find it right here.
Buy on Amazon.com, 199$USD (ships to Canada)
50. Nomader® Collapsible Water Bottle
I have been drinking from this bottle for a while now and I love it!
The reusable Nomader® water bottle is an essential travel accessory for traveling families because it:
- makes travel hydration easy and sustainable by taking up minimal bag space and eliminating the need for wasteful single-use bottles.
- can be rolled up and stashed away when not in use, yet it’s as comfortable to drink from as a hard-sided bottle.
- features a patented leakproof cap, an ergonomic carry strap, and a wide mouth for easy cleaning.
- is freezable, heat resistant, dishwasher safe, and backed by a lifetime warranty.
Buy it on Amazon.com, 24.95$USD
Buy it on Amazon.ca, 27.95$CAD
51. The Airhook 2.0
The Airhook is an in-flight and in-vehicle travel device that supports any tablet or cell phone plus a beverage, hands-free, on an in-flight tray table, vehicle headrest, or luggage handlebars. No tray table = more seat comfort 🙂 The Airhook 2.0 can now be used in first class, exit rows, and standalone on any flat surface like a typical device holder too. Plus, with the addition of The Crossbar, The Airhook 2.0 now attaches to a vehicle’s headrest or luggage handlebars!
Buy it on Amazon.com, 25.95$USD
52. Litewave 50 Neck Tube
The LiteWave50 UPF 50 is a versatile piece of sun protection that fits in your back pocket but can be worn in an infinite amount of ways including a hat, headband, neck warmer, scarf and balaclava. Made with exclusive elevated touch-point knit construction that is buttery soft, this essential piece of travel gear comes in one size and numerous patterns, accommodating the most discerning styles. Mine is so pretty 😉
Buy it here, 20.99$US (ships to Canada)
53. Psi bands
Psi Bands are stylish acupressure wrist bands, a clinically-proven, FDA-cleared, and patented medical device for the relief of nausea due to motion/travel sickness. They are drug-free, come in fun colors, adjustable for personalized comfort and fit, affordable, waterproof, and easily packable.
Buy on Amazon.com, 12.99$USD (USA only)
54. Laundreez
Laundreez is a portable washing machine that allows you to wash wherever and whenever. Young families can never pack enough clothes when traveling but this can be costly and things get left behind in washers and dryers. Laundreez not only gives you the freedom to easily wash clothes it is great for keeping wet items away from dry items when packing. It doubles as a bag to protect valuable when near water. At home, Laundreez can be used to wash plush toys or even Legos!
Buy on Amazon.com, 29.99$USD (ships to Canada)
55. Wynd Plus
Wynd is the smartest air purifier for your personal space, such as your hotel bedside and it’s ideal and suitable for family travel, especially to areas with poor air quality. Wynd is portable, so you can breathe easy wherever you go.
Wynd is suitable for young, traveling families because it allows you to breathe clean air wherever you go. Selected by TIME as one of the Best Inventions of 2016 and #1 Most Funded Air Purifier on Kickstarter, Wynd weighs less than a pound making it easy to use anywhere, such as on the plane, in the car, a hotel rooms or inside your baby stroller. Wynd’s medical-grade filter traps harmful particulates like pollen, pet dander, bacteria, brush fire smoke, and industrial pollution from sources such as traffic, factories, and power plants. The 2-IN-1: Portable Purifier and Air Quality Tracker helps you stay informed on the air you breathe and take action to live healthier. You can get real-time air quality data and the tracker can be used independently without the purifier. It also pairs with the Wynd App to deliver intelligence of the air you breathe.
Buy on Amazon.com, out of order for the moment
56. FlexSafe from AquaVault
Where do you put your valuables when going for a swim?…or when you’re at the theme park, golf course, water park, hotel room or pretty much wherever you travel?
After getting robbed at the beach, they invented the FlexSafe which is a slash-resistant Portable Travel Safe that locks onto lounge chairs, strollers, golf carts, closet rods, boat railings and more. It locks with a custom three-digit combination lock (create your own code) and it even has an RFID blocking layer inside so thieves cannot scan your passports or credit card information.
It’s big enough to fit several cell phones, wallets, passports, keys, jewelry and more. After getting a deal on Shark Tank with Daymond John, the FlexSafe is now being sold in many countries around the world, including some of the biggest retail outlets such as Disney, Bed Bath and Beyond and Bass Pro Shops.
Buy on Amazon.com, 69.95$USD (also ships to Canada)
57. Sherpani Anti-Theft Bags
This is the new generation of Anti-Theft bags (no more bulk or heavy wires!) that is great for every traveler. The line offers luggage, crossbody bags, totes, and backpacks, making it the ideal option for work or leisure travel. All of Sherpani’s lifestyle bags and backpacks fit under a plane seat. The Meridian luggage is the carry-on size and crushproof. All bags in the Anti Theft collection are designed with RFID lining and Anti blade fabric. These materials not only disable anyone from stealing your credit card information from the exterior but also helps protect your belongings from thieves trying to slash your bag. All products in this collection are fully equipped with anti-theft features including zipper locks, anti slash bottom and strap, chair loop lock system and RFID protection.
Buy on Amazon.ca, 314.99$CAD (I think they got the exchange rate all wrong here haha)
Travel Gifts for Flight Comfort
I thought I’d share with you different kinds of travel pillows because we all like different ones. So pick and choose your favorite!
58. BR2 Travel Pillow
At Bullbird, they believe in a better way to rest during the flight. So they worked with engineers, medical practitioners, and modern globetrotters to create BR2 – the travel pillow engineered for health and performance. Ergonomically designed to promote better posture, correct alignment and make travel healthier for you.
Parents traveling with their kiddos need to feel healthy and rested when they arrive at their destination, which is why the BR2 Travel Pillow is great for traveling parents. Even if they aren’t able to get any sleep due to parenting responsibilities on the plane, they can still feel aligned and rested when they arrive with the BR2 Travel Pillow.
Buy on Amazon.com, 59.99$USD (ships to Canada)
59. Cushion Lab Extra Dense Travel Pillow
It’s important to have great travel pillows so everyone can get some rest on the trip while you can enjoy a bit of downtime when everyone is asleep. This ergonomic travel pillow features a patented asymmetrical design that supports the head and chin, stabilizes and relieves the neck, and creates a resting place for your face for you to rest comfortably. It even packs to half its size in the included storage pouch to stay ultra-portable, storage space is essential for family trips.
Buy on Amazon.com, 24.95$USD (ships to Canada)
That’s it! If you know another brand new genius travel gear and accessories, please add your suggestion in the comment below section!
Happy travels!
