Gifts for Women Who Love to Travel

Slip Silk’s ultra soft, anti-aging sleep mask is the ultimate comfort while on a red-eye. It's made of mulberry silk and comes in several pretty, neutral colors.

To buy: nordstrom.com, $50

Is there a more vacation-ready handbag than this top-handled bamboo clutch? We think not.

To buy: nordstrom.com, $128

A bold red lip is perhaps one of the easiest ways to look polished on the go. We love the warm shade (and liquid-to-matte texture) of Giorgio Armani's Lip Magnet in Fil Rouge. 

To buy: sephora.com, $38

One of the sleekest and most affordable trackers on the market, Fitbit's Alta HR makes a great gift for the health-conscious traveler. Some of our favorite features: a subtle hourly reminder to get up from your desk and take a short walk, auto-exercise recognition for workouts, and simple call, text, and calendar alerts. Toss in a few interchangeable leather straps and gift them as a bundle.

To buy: amazon.com, $143

These gold-tone aviator-style sunglasses are a godsend for jet-lagged eyes everywhere.

To buy: net-a-porter.com, $250

The first Gucci perfume developed by Creative Director Alessandra Michele, Gucci Bloom is a whimsical floral fragrance that's dotted with notes of tuberose, jasmine bud, and Rangoon Creeper, a unique South Indian flower that adds a soft powdery scent.

To buy: nordstrom.com, from $74

Many of the items on this year's list of Ultimate Travel Essentials make for excellent gifts, but perhaps none so much as this exquisite weekender in buttery Italian leather from the brand known for its structured bucket bags.

To buy: mytheresa.com, $1,195

From the creator of Instagram's favorite cashmere statement sweaters comes an incredibly soft travel set just in time for the holidays. The embroidered sets include a pair of socks, a wrap, an eye mask, and a pouch to stow it all in (and use as a pillow).

To buy: modaoperandi.com, $425

This hardcover notebook comes jam-packed with all the trip planning essentials: maps, basic translations and conversions, packing lists, and two pages of the cutest travel-themed stickers (also an essential).

To buy: bando.com, $30

Travel-inspired jewelry is a fun way for loved ones to wear their wanderlust even when they’re not on the road. Jet Set Candy designs 14K gold and sterling silver charms with airport tags from Portland to Bangkok and everywhere in between that look lovely on delicate necklace chains or chunky charm bracelets.

To buy: bloomingdales.com, from $68

This kit combines some of the best-selling products from clean beauty queen Tata Harper's eponymous line — from cleanser to toner to moisturizer. Each is 100% natural (no synthetic or chemical ingredients), compatible with all skin types, and TSA-friendly.

To buy: bergdorfgoodman.com, $75

We're huge fans of Away here at T+L and the brand's chic hard-sided suitcases are favored by quite a few celebrities, too — Karlie Kloss, Mandy Moore, Jessica Alba, and so on. For a personalized touch to your gift, Away has partnered with New York City–based artist Jen Mussari to offer hand-painted monograms in a variety of colors. 

To buy: awaytravel.com, $295

Electronic gift cards are always a lifesaver when you're in need of a last-minute gift or one for someone too far away for an in-person exchange. And with Airbnb, your favorite explorers will be able to stay at unique places in 191 countries around the world or book immersive experiences with locals.

To buy: amazon.com, from $25

We've got more gift card ideas for travelers, too.

For the traveler who wants to look sharp 100 percent of the time, our editors thought this steamer by Joy Mangano was the lightest, most compact, and easiest to pack. It heats up quickly and eliminates wrinkles fast.

To buy: macys.com, $40

This is not your mother's fanny pack. The geometric coin purses each have a loop that allows them to slide on and off the belt, so they can be worn one at a time or all together for a statement piece with plenty of storage space.

To buy: needsupply.com, $340

This mighty hand sanitizer kills bacteria, fights contagions, and measures in at only 1.7 oz. — so it’s perfect for travel. Considering it’s made by cult-favorite beauty brand Aesop and is chicly packaged, $10 is a steal — plus, it has a lovely smell, and its gentle ingredients leave hands moisturized, unlike most others. 

To buy: nordstrom.com, $10

A favorite of our fashion team here at T+L, this silk set is an absolute dream. We can't imagine a long-haul overnighter without it.

To buy: neimanmarcus.com, $650

Bose’s wireless headphones are a must-have for any traveler; using Bluetooth, they can be paired with the Bose Connect app, which lets you adjust your noise-canceling settings. They’re easy to pack, provide impeccable sound, have a long-lasting battery life (10 hours) and most importantly — legitimately cancel out all of the noise around you. If you or a loved one is especially prone to getting irritated by the many noises that occur on flights, this is the gift for them.

To buy: bose.com, $250 (originally $300)

Foreo, the innovative Swedish beauty brand, now has a rechargeable miniature version of its best-selling Luna cleansing device. The Luna Go, which is about the size of a cotton pad, comes in four brush designs tailored to certain skin types and gives a far more thorough cleanse.

To buy: amazon.com, $99

Any jet-setting lady will love this large wallet from Smythson, which has got plenty of pockets and slots for a passport, credit cards, boarding passes, and other travel documents. The soft blue cross-grained leather looks super luxe, and it can easily double as an evening clutch in a pinch. 

To buy: nordstrom.com, $595

Give the woman in your life with a gift for the ages: a new suitcase from Tumi. This stylish 21-inch carry-on from the latest soft-sided collection is as sleek as it is lightweight (only 7.5 pounds). You can even choose between silver or gold hardware. 

To buy: amazon.com, $435

Who could resist these travel-friendly vials of the legendary French perfumer's bestsellers?

To buy: net-a-porter.com, $98

Everyone can always use a new journal, and these petite versions, from Pantone Universe, are bright and simple to appeal to everyone.

To buy: amazon.com, $17 for a set of 10

This stylish instant camera (one of this year's Ultimate Travel Essentials) is a notch above others on the market right now, with a smart flash that calculates exposure based on the distance of the subject for a just-right brightness and specific shooting modes for different environments. 

To buy: amazon.com, $120 (originally $180)

Impress the coffee connoisseur on your list with this on-the-go brewer. It comes with a spillproof double-walled mug that keeps icy cold brew from melting, even on a walk down the beach.

To buy: amazon.com, $40 (originally $50)

Uma Oils — or, more accurately, the Uma estate — has been supplying luxury beauty brands (like Tom Ford) with some of the world’s finest all-natural oils for centuries. But its own line of products — specifically the therapeutic oils, which are inspired by age-old Ayurvedic healing techniques — take the cake. We recommend starting out with the Wellness Oil Trial Kit. It includes four TSA-friendly oils for ailments ranging from stress to insomnia. 

To buy: neimanmarcus.com, $45

Not sure what to get the wellness seekers in your life? You can't go wrong with Moon Juice’s cult-favorite Moon Dusts with this sampler pack, which includes two tea bag–like packets of the California–based brand's six best-selling edible “dusts.” Can’t sleep on planes? Stir in the dream dust to your favorite tea or a glass of warm milk before boarding. Suffering from jet-lag? Stir the brain and power dust into a smoothie; both are loaded with ingredients that support mental clarity, alertness, and energy.

To buy: nordstrom.com, $35