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We’ve all got one: that friend who never, ever seems to be home. You’ve been trying to set a date for drinks for six months, but somehow they’re always in Iceland…or Thailand…or Cleveland. Doesn’t matter the reason—work conference, the wedding of a college acquaintance, once-in-a-lifetime Instagram grid opportunity—they’ll get on a plane.
In the hopes that they’ll alight home long enough for you to exchange holiday gifts, here’s a roundup of travel essentials you could give them to show that yeah, you get it, and maybe you’d like to tag along next time. The Amalfi Coast is nice this time of year, right?
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Picture it: They’re on hour 15 of their travels, and their shoulder hurts, and their carry-on keeps falling off their rolling luggage. It’s the kind of tiny misery that makes even the hardiest traveler want to stay home next time. And let’s face it—those pockets for sliding a bag onto a roller luggage handle never quite get the job done. Well, this neat little gadget will keep a shoulder bag bungeed down tight.
Travelon | ($19.99)
Travelon Bag Bungee
We’ve all got one: that friend who never, ever seems to be home. You’ve been trying to set a date for drinks for six months, but somehow they’re always in Iceland…or Thailand…or Cleveland. Doesn’t matter the reason—work conference, the wedding of a college acquaintance, once-in-a-lifetime Instagram grid opportunity—they’ll get on a plane.
In the hopes that they’ll alight home long enough for you to exchange holiday gifts, here’s a roundup of travel essentials you could give them to show that yeah, you get it, and maybe you’d like to tag along next time. The Amalfi Coast is nice this time of year, right?
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If your friend is a gadgety type, their luggage is probably a rat’s nest of cords and chargers and other tech-related odds and ends. Phone charger, Kindle charger, tablet charger…the list goes on and on. Prevent some serious annoyance/that brief flash of “oh no I forgot X” panic with this handy little bag, which gathers everything up in an orderly fashion.
Native Union | ($29.99)
Native Union Travel Pouch
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The triple crown for girls on the go: an award-winning daily breakthrough formula that packs your skincare, makeup, and SPF needs in one convenient, travel-friendly tube. Weekend Skin combines transparent mineral SPF 50, serum-strength Vitamin C, and other clean ingredients for a dewy, balmy glow. Plus, it works with all skin tones without leaving a white cast, so it’s versatile for any beauty buff.
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Speaking of the difficulties of tech sorted on the go, there’s nothing worse than being lost with roughly 5% battery left on your phone in a place you don’t really speak the language, knowing that finding your hotel will really test your charades skills. This will save them over and over again.
Mophie | ($49.99)
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It’s one of the great pleasures of traveling: cracking a book when you’re on nobody’s schedule but your own. (Just, you know, be realistic about what you’re actually going to want to read.) But you never can be sure what sort of bedside table lamp situation you’ll be looking at in a new hotel, and heavens knows what you’ll find at an Airbnb. Ensure that your bud manages to tear through Colleen Hoover’s entire body of work without eyestrain with one of these handy little book lights.
GearLight | ($18.99)
Rechargeable Book Light
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The days of casually crashing into sleep anytime, anyplace are over by the time most of us are old enough to drink. Hence this eye mask, which will assist in grabbing some shut-eye in an uncomfortable coach seat or a hotel with an absolutely raging bar downstairs. Throw in a pair of foam earplugs, too, and you’ll be their new favorite person.
Nidra | ($17.95)
Nidra Contoured Eye Mask
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Who wants to get where they’re going and feel like a dried-up husk of their former self? This mask goes on shiny but clear, so your friend won’t arrive in Paris feeling like the Sahara.
Dermalogica | ($39.00)
Dermalogica Skin Hydrating Masque
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The topic of proper airplane attire is controversial, but let’s face it: The frequent flier probably needs an alternative to their regular shoes for when they’re trying to catch some Zs on the overnight international flight they grabbed on the spur-of-the-moment from Scott’s Cheap Flights. Plus, hotel floors are often cold, and these can smoosh down into any corner of their luggage.
Bombas | ($45)
Bombas Gripper Slippers
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Is there anything as cozy yet flexible as a classic hoodie? It’s the kind of item your friend will wear literally every day on every trip, ignoring the entire luggage of stuff they brought, which is redundant in the face of this one item.
Champion | ($33)
Champion Powerblend Fleece Full-Zip Hoodie
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It’s a gross feeling, waking up after several uncomfortable hours on a plane, just a little bit… gritty. This sprayable face tonic with a gender-neutral scent should help. Maybe package it in a gift bag with a little hand cream so they arrive at whatever destination’s on deck this week freshly moisturized.
Ursa Major | ($32)
Ursa Major 4-in-1 Essential Face Tonic
Picture it: They’re on hour 15 of their travels, and their shoulder hurts, and their carry-on keeps falling off their rolling luggage. It’s the kind of tiny misery that makes even the hardiest traveler want to stay home next time. And let’s face it—those pockets for sliding a bag onto a roller luggage handle never quite get the job done. Well, this neat little gadget will keep a shoulder bag bungeed down tight.
Travelon | ($19.99)
Travelon Bag Bungee
BUY NOW
If your friend is a gadgety type, their luggage is probably a rat’s nest of cords and chargers and other tech-related odds and ends. Phone charger, Kindle charger, tablet charger…the list goes on and on. Prevent some serious annoyance/that brief flash of “oh no I forgot X” panic with this handy little bag, which gathers everything up in an orderly fashion.
Native Union | ($29.99)
Native Union
Travel Pouch
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Speaking of the difficulties of tech sorted on the go, there’s nothing worse than being lost with roughly 5% battery left on your phone in a place you don’t really speak the language, knowing that finding your hotel will really test your charades skills. This will save them over and over again.
Mophie | ($49.99)
Mophie Powerstation
BUY NOW
It’s one of the great pleasures of traveling: cracking a book when you’re on nobody’s schedule but your own. (Just, you know, be realistic about what you’re actually going to want to read.) But you never can be sure what sort of bedside table lamp situation you’ll be looking at in a new hotel, and heavens knows what you’ll find at an Airbnb. Ensure that your bud manages to tear through Colleen Hoover’s entire body of work without eyestrain with one of these handy little book lights.
GearLight | ($18.99)
Rechargeable
Book Light
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The triple crown for girls on the go: an award-winning daily breakthrough formula that packs your skincare, makeup, and SPF needs in one convenient, travel-friendly tube. Weekend Skin combines transparent mineral SPF 50, serum-strength Vitamin C, and other clean ingredients for a dewy, balmy glow. Plus, it works with all skin tones without leaving a white cast, so it’s versatile for any beauty buff.
Sponsored By Iris&Romeo | ($47)
Weekend Skin SPF 50 + Vitamin C + Glow
BUY NOW
The days of casually crashing into sleep anytime, anyplace are over by the time most of us are old enough to drink. Hence this eye mask, which will assist in grabbing some shut-eye in an uncomfortable coach seat or a hotel with an absolutely raging bar downstairs. Throw in a pair of foam earplugs, too, and you’ll be their new favorite person.
Nidra | ($17.95)
Nidra Contoured Eye Mask
BUY NOW
Who wants to get where they’re going and feel like a dried-up husk of their former self? This mask goes on shiny but clear, so your friend won’t arrive in Paris feeling like the Sahara.
Dermalogica | ($39.00)
Dermalogica Skin Hydrating Masque
BUY NOW
The topic of proper airplane attire is controversial, but let’s face it: The frequent flier probably needs an alternative to their regular shoes for when they’re trying to catch some Zs on the overnight international flight they grabbed on the spur-of-the-moment from Scott’s Cheap Flights. Plus, hotel floors are often cold, and these can smoosh down into any corner of their luggage.
Bombas | ($45)
Bombas Gripper Slippers
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Is there anything as cozy yet flexible as a classic hoodie? It’s the kind of item your friend will wear literally every day on every trip, ignoring the entire luggage of stuff they brought, which is redundant in the face of this one item.
Champion | ($33)
Champion Powerblend Fleece Full-Zip Hoodie
BUY NOW
It’s a gross feeling, waking up after several uncomfortable hours on a plane, just a little bit… gritty. This sprayable face tonic with a gender-neutral scent should help. Maybe package it in a gift bag with a little hand cream so they arrive at whatever destination’s on deck this week freshly moisturized.
Ursa Major | ($34.15)
Ursa Major 4-in-1 Essential Face Tonic
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