Do you have a woman in your life who’s constantly off exploring? Skip the boring gift card—she needs stuff she’ll actually use (and love!). From must-have gadgets to cozy essentials, here’s the lineup of travel faves our 90+ travel experts never leave home without. (Feel free to send this link to the people who will be buying for you this year. We won’t tell.)
To save you time, here are our 3 must-have travel gift recommendations for women in 2024:
1. Travel Journal
There’s nothing like jotting down travel memories in a beautiful journal. I love keeping one with me to capture little moments from each trip. It’s like creating a personal scrapbook that I can look back on for years. I still pull out the journal filled with memories of my month-long trip around Australia. This one is retro and the perfect gift for a frequent traveler.
2. Wacaco Nanopresso Portable Espresso Maker
This portable espresso maker is the must-have gift for the coffee-addicted traveler in your life. It’s compact, easy to use, and creates a rich crema that’s hard to believe is from a portable machine. They’ll be able to have the perfect shot of espresso no matter where they are.
3. Language Lessons with Babbel
Ever thought about gifting a language? Babbel makes it easy to pick up phrases for her journey ahead, and it’s surprisingly fun to dive into a new language! A gift subscription to Babbel allows the recipient to choose from 14 different languages. This truly is the gift that keeps on giving.
4. Bagail Packing Cubes
Once I discovered packing cubes I never went back. They are such an effective travel hack. These keep my suitcase organized and make unpacking so easy! Honestly, buy a set for a friend and then buy one for yourself. Every traveler needs these.
5. Lumos Sleep Mask: Light Therapy for Jet Lag
I get jet lag when we set the clocks back for Daylight Savings Time, so anything that will help me cope with the serious jet lag that comes from a trip across the pond is welcome! The Lumos Smart Sleep Mask is a cutting-edge device uses personalized light therapy to reset your circadian rhythm. Developed from research at Stanford University, it emits gentle light pulses to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling refreshed. It’s particularly beneficial for travelers adjusting to new time zones. The mask is comfortable and adjustable, and pairs with a user-friendly app to customize your sleep schedule.
5. Tinggly Bucket List Gift Box
I’m a big believer in experiences over things, so this Tinggly box is hands-down my favorite gift. It’s like handing someone a ticket to unforgettable experiences. It offers more than 10,000 options across 100+ countries so the person you gift it to gets to pick the place and adventure that excites them most. SheBuysTravel contributor Breeze Leonard gave this to her friend and shared her experience here.
6. Professional Vacation Photos
As the mom and chief photographer in my family, I am almost never in the family vacation photos. So I consider this to be one of the best ideas for a travel gift. With this gift, I can book a professional photographer anywhere I go and capture beautiful memories without worrying about setting up a tripod or selfie stick! Book a photographer to meet you at more than 350 locations around the world using a Flytographer gift card.
7. Cashmere Travel Scarf
This cashmere scarf is my cozy companion on every flight. It’s warm enough to keep the chill away on the plane and stylish enough to wear out once I land. Definitely a versatile and luxurious gift!
8. PacSafe Anti Theft Backpack
This backpack has so many thoughtful safety features! From the RFID-blocking pockets to the cut-proof material, I feel so much more secure carrying my valuables around. It’s stylish, too, so I never feel like I’m sacrificing fashion for function. It’s a great option for women who do a lot of solo travel.
9. Travelambo Women’s Wallet
This was one of our hottest gift suggestions last year! This slim, RFID-blocking wallet is perfect for travel. I love that it has a secure zipper pocket and enough slots for all my essentials, while still being compact enough to slip into my bag without bulk.
10. Personalized Passport Holder
A personalized passport holder adds a special touch to my travels. It’s unique, stylish, and makes it easy to find my passport in my bag. Plus, it’s always fun to see my initials on something I use so often.
11. Portable Indoor/Outdoor Lock Box Safe
I’m a beach lover, but every time I waded into the surf, I worried about the valuables I tucked under the beach blanket. I don’t worry anymore! This little lock box lets me keep my phone, keys, wallet, and other small items secure while I’m cooling off in the water.
12. Carry on Cocktail Kit
This fun cocktail kit is my favorite treat on a flight. It comes with everything I need (except the alcohol) to mix up a great drink and relax mid-flight. It’s a unique gift for anyone who loves a little luxury on the go. There are several options to choose from so why not get a friend the complete set?
13. Lay-N-Go Cosmetic Bag
My daughter raves about this cosmetic bag! It rolls up tightly for packing, but when she’s ready to use it, she just opens it flat, and everything is right there. It makes packing and unpacking so much easier. And it’s machine washable!
14. Wooden Wall Map
This wooden world map is a beautiful way to track my travels. It’s a great conversation piece, and I love that it reminds me of all the places I’ve been—and all the places still on my bucket list!
15. Anker PowerCore Essential
This portable charger is a must-have for staying connected. It’s slim, powerful, and can charge my devices multiple times. I never travel without it because it’s saved me from low battery panic so many times! Many of our travel experts own this portable charger.
16. Portable Ultrasonic Humidifier
This little humidifier is a lifesaver for dry hotel rooms. It’s small enough to fit in my carry-on but makes such a difference in comfort, especially when I’m in drier climates.
