43 Gifts for the Travel-Savvy Wanderer Who Practically Lives at the Airport
For most, the airport is the last place to find efficiency or relaxation. But with the right gadgets and accoutrements, anybody can fly with peace of mind.
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Arlo Skye x Dusen Dusen Zipper Carry-On
Meet our new limited-edition zipper collection, created in collaboration with Brooklyn-based designer Ellen Van Dusen. Available in two carry-on styles (one with a cleverly designed hard-shell front pocket) plus a check-in.
ShopFlight 001 5-in-1 Universal Travel Adapter
Don't be without this must-have travel adapter on your next trip overseas! With five different plugs, including a USB port, finding the right plug for the right location (works for more than 150 countries!) is as simple as matching the colors. Photo courtesy of Nordstrom
ShopNative Union Cable Belt 4Ft.
No more untangling when taking out your charger from the bottom of your bag. This 4-foot braided cable wraps up neatly with an integrated belt so you can preserve your cable’s condition and save plenty of time. Photo courtesy of Verishop
ShopStudio Banana Things OSTRICHPILLOW Go Memory Foam Travel Pillow
A versatile, wonderfully comfortable travel pillow features a compressible memory-foam core and a soft, stretchy cover that's both removable and washable. Designed with an adjustable hook-and-loop closure and ergonomic design, the Ostrich wraps gently around the neck, offering cushioned comfort and support no matter your proportions. Photo Courtesy of Nordstrom
ShopESPRO P1 Travel Coffee Press
Make your favorite coffee or tea while you're on the go with this double-walled stainless steel press that keeps liquid hot for eight hours. Photo courtesy of Nordstrom
ShopXOOPAR PowerCard Ultra Slim Universal Phone Power Bank
Keep your phone topped up with this slim and convenient power bank fashioned from brushed aluminum. Photo courtesy of Nordstrom
ShopAesop Ginger Flight Therapy
An uplifting, pulse-point therapy to stimulate the senses. This invigorating blend enlivens your spirit and lends weary workers and travellers a much-needed sensory lift. Aesop product formulations use botanical and scientifically validated man-made ingredients of the highest quality. Apply directly onto neck, temples, wrists, behind the ears and abdomen in times of stress, nausea or weariness. Photo courtesy of Nordstrom
ShopCalpak Hue Carry-On Luggage
• We know you have great taste. That’s why we created this ultra minimalist polycarbonate carry on suitcase. The hardside exterior gives it a modern look, but features utility details that make it functional. Spinner wheels, expandable capacity, and build-in TSA locks make this convenient cabin luggage the perfect piece. It’s nice to meet Hue.
ShopAway The Insider Packing Cubes
From socks to shirts, our packing cubes divide, conquer, and organize everything inside your suitcase. Made from waterproof nylon that protects your clothes and designed with a mesh panel that makes it easy to find what you need without unpacking your whole bag. Available individually, and together in a set of four and six. Photo courtesy of Away
ShopBaggu Dopp Kit
Our perfectly simple dopp kit will change your life. Okay, maybe not your life, but it will make traveling so much easier. Peace of mind comes from knowing where you've packed your toothbrush.
ShopDavek Traveler Umbrella
A compact travel model which features an extremely convenient, small frame system for easy portability. Go anywhere and always be ready for a rain shower with this sunny, collapsable umbrella. Photo Courtesy of Nordstrom
ShopBellroy Classic Pouch
This humble sidekick neatly zips all your small daily essentials together, so you can grab and go, and never rummage again.
ShopKinto Coffee Shop To-Go Cup (12oz.)
Take me with you. You can worry less about the a.m. rush, because this handy sidekick is making your morning pick-me-up mobile. Double-walled, vacuum-insulated stainless steel helps keep your piping hot beverage warm for an hour—or two to five hours if it’s cold—and the little drinking hole in the clear lid keeps it from flooding out all at once (so be a tad careful...this one shouldn’t go upside-down!). Wanna take the lid off? The tumbler’s rim is extra-smooth so you can sip sans top, too. Bonus: It’s right-sized to fit under most coffee machines. We can’t wait to take this to our local café so we can enjoy latte art on the go.
ShopTrans-world Airlines 1950s by Granger Art Print
TRANS-WORLD AIRLINES 1950s. A 1950s Trans-World Airlines poster showing a TWA Lockheed Constellation over Manhattan. Photo Courtesy of Pixels
ShopKindle Paperwhite
Kindle Paperwhite is thin, lightweight, and travels easily so you can enjoy your favorite books at any time. With our signature 300 ppi glare-free Paperwhite display—now 10% brighter at its max setting—you can read in any light. And now, a single battery charge via USB-C lasts up to 10 weeks. Battery life may vary depending on use.
ShopBon Voyage: Boutique Hotels for the Conscious Traveler
From a remote lodge in the Namibian desert made from shipwrecks that protects endangered wildlife, to a restored hotel in downtown Hong Kong that draws on local tradition, or a guesthouse in Beirut where Lebanese women teach cooking and pass on family recipes for local dishes: no matter where or how, all these hotels combine the highest standards of hospitality with the smallest ecological footprint. Bon Voyage gives insight into the shift towards eco-conscious getaways. Relax, enjoy and make a positive impact while you travel! Combine excellent hospitality with a sustainable journey, plotting your way with this expert guide. Hardcover; 2019, gestalten. Publisher: Gestalten Photo Courtesy of Gestalten
ShopWild One Air Travel Carrier
Travel together with this super comfortable, modular Travel Carrier. With breathable mesh walls, a dual use leash / shoulder strap, and an interior cushion that folds out to become a comfortable dog bed, our airline compliant carrier is the home away from home your dog deserves. Recommended for use with dogs up to 16 lbs (7 kg).
ShopAway The Carry-On
Our Carry-On suitcase is sized to fit in the overhead bin of most major airlines, and is compact enough for train and car trips alike. With a durable polycarbonate hard shell and 360° spinner wheels that ensure a smooth ride, this suitcase is built to last.
ShopNaadam Cropped Hoodie
Crop it like it's hot. Made from our signature cotton cashmere blend, the cropped hoodie in white is the perfect piece to layer over just about everything. With a shorter silhouette and drawstrings at the neck, it can be styled up or down.
ShopArlo Skye Polycarbonate Carry-On
Impact-resistant exterior, zipper-less design, whisper-quiet wheels, aluminum trim, and an anti-microbial interior lining. Two TSA-approved combination locks replace the zipper for double the security. Charge your devices on the go. Our battery is removable and airline-compliant. Photo Courtesy of Arlo Skye
ShopBose QuietComfort 45 Headphones
You feel it the minute you put them on. The soft, plush cushions seal you in. Then you flip the switch and whoosh—the world fades. The music starts, and it’s love at first listen. That’s the power of our next-gen QuietComfort headphones, now with a best-in-class combination of noise cancelling performance and premium comfort, plus proprietary acoustic technology for deep, clear audio with adjustable EQ so you can tune your music to your liking. Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones—wireless headphones with a perfect balance of quiet, comfort, and sound you’ll enjoy all day long.
ShopIl Bisonte Cowhide Luggage Label in Natural
Thanks to vegetable tanning, a traditional process handed down through generations of Tuscan experts, the ‘vacchetta’ cowhide is transformed into a long-lasting material, acquiring unique qualities. Its tannin, the active ingredient that is mostly found in the trunk of chestnut trees, combined with a slight greasing, allows the skin to become soft, resistant and to acquire the typical leathery scent. Photo Courtesy of Todd Snyder
ShopUrsa Major Essential Face Wipes
Individually wrapped bamboo face wipes to cleanse, exfoliate, soothe and hydrate when you’re on the go. These award-winning, individually-wrapped bamboo face wipes are the ultimate skin care multi-taskers. Infused with a generous dose of our 4-in-1 Essential Face Tonic formula, they clean, exfoliate, soothe and hydrate - leaving your skin feeling refreshed, firm and alive.Individually wrapped bamboo face wipes to cleanse, exfoliate, soothe and hydrate when you’re on the go.
ShopDagne Dover Ace Fanny Pack
Whether you’re an avid explorer or just like to keep things hands-free on the regs, The Ace Fanny Pack is your perfect companion. This waterproof neoprene pack has an adjustable strap, so you can decide how high or low your wearing style wants to go. The front and main pockets are perfect for everyday must-carry items, and there are two sneaky pockets (one interior, one exterior) great for keeping your cash and cards and other flat valuables safe and snug. This pack even has its own key clip to keep keys locked up while you’re sightseeing or errand-running. You don’t have to be a tourist to sport this fanny pack. But you could be. You’d just be the most stylish tourist around. Unless you’re wearing a Hawaiian shirt or sandals with socks. In which case, we can’t help you.
ShopSteamery Cirrus 3 Iron Steamer
Full steam ahead. Wrinkles? What wrinkles? This sleek, Swedish-designed steamer tackles creases faster than fast—especially since it doubles as an iron. It’s also a champ at giving clothes a good refresh, so you won’t have to wash ‘em as often (aka those black jeans will look and feel brand-new for so much longer). Oh, and since we’re running the washer less, things are looking a little eco-friendlier, too.
ShopThule Crossover 2 Boarding Bag
An underseat-sized cabin bag designed to keep everything you need on board organized, accessible and protected throughout your travels. Photo Courtesy of Nordstrom
ShopLos Angeles Fly TWA 1950 by Daniel Hagerman Art Print
From 1950, back when TWA could take you to sunny Los Angeles. Photo Courtesy of Pixels.com
ShopParavel Nylon Packing Cubes
Easy pack, easy go. Living out of a suitcase has never been sweeter with these handy travel companions around. Each packing cube has features galore to keep you organized—like a two-way zipper, a fold-flat design for storage, and a corner window that lets you peek at what’s inside. (Did we mention you get three different sizes in this set?) With all the space these dynamos save, you’ll have extra room in your bag for all the goodies you pick up on your trip! Photography by Ty Mecham & Rocky Luten
ShopFilson Dryden Rolling 2-Wheel Carry-On Bag
A versatile carry-on built with Filson’s legendary durability. No matter where you’re headed for the weekend and beyond, the Dryden is an exceptional bag for any one-bag travel situation, or the perfect complement to your larger bag for extended travel. With an outer shell of super durable woven nylon that’s lined with nylon fabric as well, it’s ready for years of travel. Photo Courtesy of Filson
ShopPalm Springs Poster Retro Travel by Jim Zahniser Wall Art
Take a permanent vacation to fabulous Palm Springs with this Pop Art print by Red Robot! A great gift for a hometown resident or a friend that's moved away. Photo Courtesy of Pixels
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