by The best Christmas present for the traveler in your life is probably a plane ticket. However, spending hundreds (or thousands) on such gifts can be difficult, to say the least. First-class tickets aside, there are plenty of great gift ideas for globetrotters this holiday season, regardless of your budget and bucket list. Whether you’re shopping for a worksheet or a backpack that you carry around often, we’ve rounded up 21 of the best last-minute gift ideas for the wanderlust type this Christmas. To shop the edit and maybe even inspire your own 2024 travel plans, scroll below.
Ray-Ban’s newest drop—the Meta Wayfarer sunglasses—may be the coolest gift on this list. These high-tech frames feature an ultra-wide 12 MP camera and a five-micron system to capture the world around you. They allow you to take high-quality photos and videos, and there’s even a live stream option for social media. In addition, the sunglasses have open-ear speakers so you can listen to your favorite tunes without headphones. Shop Meta Wayfarer Sunglasses at Ray-Ban and Amazon Canada.
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This universal 5-in-1 power adapter is compatible with more than 150 countries. It has two USB-A ports (2.4A max), two USB Type C ports (3A/5V output) and one universal AC socket to charge up to five devices at the same time. The device has earned an average rating of 4.5 stars “Amazon’s Choice” from 13,700+ reviews, and users have called the adapter a “convenient all-in-one unit.”
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This 5-in-1 travel adapter is compatible with more than 150 countries.
$25 at Amazon
As a longtime fan of Lululemon backpacks for travel, I have my eye on the brand new 23-liter Cruiser Backer for trips abroad. The bag has several individual storage compartments suitable for a bag for all your bits and bobs, including a 16-inch laptop pocket and a structured pocket for your sunglasses.
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Lululemon reviewers say the brand’s Cruiser Backpack 23L is “great for travel.”
$178 at Lululemon
This powerful tracker helps locate missing objects near and far. When the Tile is within Bluetooth range, the app will call your Tile to help you find it. When it’s out of range, you can see its latest location on a map in the app. The Tiles app is compatible with iOS and Android devices and works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri.
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Attach the Tile Pro Tracker to your luggage to keep track of misplaced bags.
$60 at Amazon
There’s nothing worse than stinky, unwashed laundry on long-haul trips, which is why these cleaning sheets save. Dissolvable laundry detergent sheets replace detergent liquids and pods, saving space in your suitcase or carry-on bag. Each pack contains 40 sheets for up to 80 loads and is pre-measured for convenience.
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These laundry detergent sheets will come in handy for traveling on long trips.
$15 at Amazon
If you’re working remotely or want to avoid roaming charges, this mobile WiFi hotspot is a really handy device. The hotspot can connect up to 10 devices, includes an embedded power bank and provides a reliable, secure and super fast 4G LTE internet connection.
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This mobile wifi hotspot is designed to offer a reliable, secure and super fast 4G LTE internet connection.
$150 at Best Buy Canada
Not only are these Cotopaxi packing cubes super adorable, but the Climate Neutral Certified brand uses recycled nylon and mesh when creating their travel organizers. Each packing cube has mesh side panels for ventilation, a fold-over zipper and a handy top handle. Amazon reviewers “love the colors” and note its “great quality.”
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Cotopaxi Cubos unique packing cubes range from $27 to $70 on Amazon.
$70 at Amazon
As a solo female traveler, your safety always comes first. This personal safety alarm sounds a loud beep and flashes a flashing light to create a diversion when activated. The Birdie provides peace of mind in a crazy world and has over 8,200 reviews on Amazon Canada.
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Shop the She’s Birdie Personal Safety Alarm in four colors.
$40 at Amazon
Whether you’re traveling for work or play, this tech organizer is handy for keeping your chargers, cords and batteries (and anything else you’re packing) safe and secure. The case has various compartments to hold your electronics and a durable exterior to protect them.
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This travel organizer is the perfect storage case for your charger, cords, USB cables, power bank, battery, portable hard drive, SD memory card, headphones and more.
$20 at Amazon
Whether they’re traveling home for the holidays or planning a mid-winter beach vacation, Lululemon’s five-liter dopp kit will help keep them organized. The suitcase has a zippered mesh compartment and an interior pocket to keep toiletries nice and organized.
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Asking a friend: Where have all the TVs on airplanes gone? This adjustable clamp attaches directly to your tray table so you can enjoy downloaded movies or your in-flight entertainment system without holding your phone.
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This multi-purpose phone device has 13,000 reviews on Amazon.
$27 at Amazon
AirPods and other wireless headphones are all fun and games until you want to connect them to an in-flight movie. Fortunately, that’s where the Twelve South AirFly Pro Bluetooth transmitter comes in. This smart device provides wireless access in places where there is only a 3.5 mm headphone jack, such as traditional airplane TVs.
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Enjoy wireless audio on a plane with the Twelve South AirFly Pro Bluetooth Transmitter.
$70 at Best Buy Canada
If you’re not sure about the water situation where you’re traveling, it might be a good idea to pack LifeStraw’s Go Series water bottle. The water bottle filters out contaminants such as bacteria (including E.coli + Salmonella), parasites (including Giardia and Cryptosporidium), microplastics and more.
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This water filter bottle removes bacteria, parasites and microplastics from your water.
$53 at Amazon
You never want to be caught without a battery, especially in a foreign city. This portable charger has 26,800 mAh of power, which is enough juice to charge most phones six times more, tablets twice and dozens of other USB devices.
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This 26,800 mAh external battery can charge your phone six times more.
$68 at Amazon
This compact water bottle has a flask-like design that’s perfect for small bags or travel bags full of jam. The space-saving bottle holds up to 6oz/180ml of liquid and is made from BPA-free freezer plastic.
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This 6 oz/180 ml water bottle fits into compact bags.
$47 at Amazon
If you have money to burn this Christmas, this is the place to spend it. Designed in Canada, this travel bag from Monos is as gorgeous as it is practical. The bag has a built-in front compartment for easy access to essentials, including your laptop. The Carry-On Pro Plus is available in 13 colors and is backed by an average rating of 4.8 stars.
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These reusable and durable earplugs will be your best friend on long-haul flights and when trying to sleep in noisy hostels. The best-selling earplugs come in four sizes with a noise reduction rating of 26 decibels.
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If you don’t want to lug around your expensive electric toothbrush on holiday but want to keep your teeth clean, the Philips One toothbrush might be for you. This battery-powered toothbrush delivers micro-vibrations to polish teeth and has a slim travel case.
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The Kindle Paperwhite is a great alternative to lugging heavy books on vacation. The eReader has an auto-adjusting front light and 32 GB of storage with a battery that can last up to 10 weeks on a single charge.
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Save space in your carry-on bag with this travel-friendly eReader.
$210 at Amazon
An itinerary or card game can be a great waste of time when you’re stuck at the airport or sitting on a plane. This UNO card game is a fun take on an old classic, and every card is a Wild Card. It’s “a lot of fun for a UNO-loving family,” according to one shopper.
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If you’re like me, you love the idea of a travel pillow but hate the space it takes up. Another space-saving option is an inflatable neck pillow, like this velvet “Amazon’s Choice” option. The blow-up pillow packs easily into your bag and comes with a contoured eye mask to boot.
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The “Amazon’s Choice” inflatable neck pillow is a great space saver.
$26 at Amazon
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