Gifts for your travel-loving Valentine
Some travel-themed Valentine’s Day gifts that will have you come out "smelling like roses."
There’s still time to find the perfect gift for your sweetheart, and we’re here to help. Whether your better half travels for work or play, we have some thoughtful gift ideas for your jet-setting Valentine.
Luggage
Nothing says “I love you” more than a reliable carry-on bag, right? With so many luggage options these days, picking the perfect piece can be a challenge. Away Luggage has landed on quite a few gift guides these days, and for good reason! These hard-side suitcases are favorites among celebrities with their indestructible design, easy organization and built-in USB chargers. If your honey is more of a backpack lover, check out this list of the best backpacks for 2018.
Tip: Click here to see luggage size guidelines and cost comparisons by airline.
Work out on the go
Since getting work-out gear as a gift isn’t at the top of everyone’s wish list, tread lightly in this department. We recommend low-key work-out gifts (meaning they’re useful beyond working out), like a S’well water bottle (travel tip: carry this through security empty and fill up when you get to your gate), foldable yoga mat, or a FitBit activity tracker. Who doesn’t like to count their steps when exploring a new city on foot?
Food lovers
Does your sweetheart like to experience a city through its food? Check out “The World Atlas of Street Food” to find the best spots around the world to find - you guessed it - street food!
If you want to bring the flavor of your favorite destination home to your kitchen table, find a great cookbook inspired by your travels. Italian food lovers should check out Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking or if you prefer Mexican food, pick up Yucatán: Recipes from a Culinary Expedition.
Comfort
Who doesn’t want to be comfy when traveling? Even something as simple as a convertible travel pillow infinity scarf is enough to get a girl excited about an eight-hour flight. Or if you’re willing to spend a bit more, the White+Warren travel wrap is worth the splurge. Other gifts that add a touch of home while traveling include tin candles, plush robes and calming-scented body washes and lotions. If these gifts will be transported in carry-on luggage, be sure the washes and lotions are in smaller bottles to meet TSA travel restrictions.
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