Best Products Gift Guides The 50 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts of 2023 From Paravel’s perfect carry-on to a romantic scavenger hunt, we have your travel-loving friends, family, partners, and coworkers covered. By Katherine Alex Beaven Katherine Alex Beaven Instagram Website Katherine Alex Beaven is a Los Angeles-based travel, food and drink, and culture writer. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 24, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. Travel & Leisure / David Hattan The best Valentine’s Day gifts feel personal, make someone’s life a little more fun or easier, and are often treats they want but may not make the splurge on for themselves. That said, the stress around finding a thoughtful Valentine's Day gift is real. How do you pick the perfect gift — or at least find something that will make your travel-obsessed loved ones (and liked ones) know you picked it with them in mind? We’ve researched, asked around, scoured our favorite retailers, and tapped into our own experience and creativity to come up with this list of fab gifts (naughty and nice) to woo and wow the globetrotter on your list. Whether gifting is your love language or you’re just looking for some inspiration, this list will earn you all the gold stars this Valentine’s Day. Nostalgia lover? Outdoor enthusiast? DIY dedicant? From big spends (like the latest mobile phones) to sweet budget gifts (CBD bath bombs), we’ve got picks to cover everyone from friends and lovers to coworkers and family. Feel free to zero-in on one or do a little mix-and-match to find the perfect present. Paravel Aviator Carry-On Plus 4.7 Paravel View On Maisonette.com View On Tourparavel.com The Paravel Aviator Carry-on Plus stole our hearts and snagged the overall top pick on our list of the best luxury luggage we tested in 2023. This hard-sided roller bag has a mid-century-meets-modern look and comes in five sophisticated colors, all with vegan-leather details. It’s the perfect size for a long weekend or week-long trip, and glides like a dream on four wheels. Price at time of publish: $375 Cole Haan Original Grand Shortwing Zappos View On Zappos View On Nordstrom View On Walmart This beautiful shoe packs style and support into one pair of footwear. It has the classic look of a derby shoe with the fit of a sneaker. Cole Haan shoes are known for superb quality, and these shoes didn’t let us down during testing thanks to beautiful leather and stitching. The sneaker-like sole gives this comfortable men’s dress shoe a slight casual look and feel, making them great multi-purpose options to pack in a suitcase. Price at time of publish: $160 Herschel Tech Backpack 5 Herschel Supply Co. View On Walmart View On Mrporter.com View On Saks Fifth Avenue Our laptop backpack test confirmed the Herschel Tech Backpack delivers on looks and function. Four separate organizational compartments and several pockets make for a perfectly portable office commute or work trip bag. The main compartment can fit up to four laptops, a bottom shoe compartment is perfect for gym shoes or dress shoes, and there’s a trolley sleeve for traveling. Price at time of publish: $140 Away The Large Everywhere Bag 5 Away Travel View On Awaytravel.com The Away the Large Weekender Bag is a roomy duffle with a slim and simple silhouette that hits the mark with several different styles of travelers. Your giftee will love the zip-around clamshell design and interior and exterior organization. We’re impressed by how it wears like a bag but opens and packs like a suitcase. In fact, it’s one of our favorite weekender bags. Price at time of publish: $245 Club Glove Last Bag Large Pro 5 Club Glove View On Amazon View On Clubglove.com Got a special someone who loves getting on the green? The Club Glove Last Bag Large Pro is a travel golf bag that’ll protect their clubs — and clothes plus travel and golfing gear — from Point A to Point B. This golf travel bag uses burst-proof construction and features excellent weight balance and smooth-rolling wheels for easy movement through transportation hubs. A T+L tester called it the best travel bag — period — they’ve ever used. Price at time of publish: $620 Eddie Bauer Crossover Winter Trail Adventure High-Rise Leggings 5 Eddie Bauer View On Amazon View On Eddiebauer.com Our favorite fleece-lined leggings keep it lightweight and comfy. The soft lining is just enough to keep us warm on a chilly day without causing a sweat. The high-rise waist is flattering for all figures, and there’s a breadth of options when it comes to sizes. We especially love the dual side pockets — with zippers — to keep your keys, phone, or other must-have-on-you items safe while jogging, running, or hiking. Price at time of publish: $60 Bose 700 Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 5 Bose View On Amazon View On Walmart View On Abt.com One of the best gifts you can give someone is the ability to tune out their surroundings when needed. The Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 do the trick with 11 levels of noise cancellation. The padded over-ear design is comfortable to wear and the stainless steel headband makes them lightweight. Along with characteristic Bose-quality sound, these premium noise cancelling headphones come with Bluetooth, a microphone for calls, and voice control features. Price at time of publish: $379 The 10 Best Noise-canceling Headphones of 2023, Tested and Reviewed Storyworth Subscription Storyworth View On Storyworth.com Storyworth is a great and easy way to capture and catalog the story of your relationship with someone or their relationship with someone else. Weekly prompts are sent out to uncover memorable moments, and then, after a year, they’ll receive a cohesive professional-looking book. It’s a touching (and often hilarious) way to make sure the big and small things are always remembered. We particularly like this gift for family members or significant others. Price at time of publish: $99 Brooklinen Weighted Comforter Brooklinen View On Brooklinen An easy and comfy night’s sleep can be hard to come by, but the Brooklinen Weighted Comforter will take them one step closer. Stuffed with lightweight but cozy down cluster fill and encased in a lush quilted cotton sateen shell, this comforter uses an even distribution of weight to help them feel tucked-in but not pinned down. This comforter is great on its own, but it’s also one of the components that’ll make someone’s home bed feel like a luxury hotel bed. Price at time of publish: $191 Scavenger Box Romantic Scavenger Hunt Kit Scavenger Box View On Thescavengerbox.com Looking for a fun experience to add a little game to your love life? Use the eight customizable clue cards and puzzles to create a personalized scavenger hunt. Set the mood and be as frisky or cute as you please with the included romantic props like LED candles and fake rose petals. Watch them as they decode secret messages, uncover hidden clues, and finally claim their prize. Price at time of publish: $85 Uncommon Goods Create Your Own Reel Viewer Amazon View On Amazon View On Uncommon Goods Go retro with this gift that’s great for kids and adults alike. Choose seven images to make your very own viewing card that can be put inside the retro reel viewer. One reel comes with purchase, but you can add another for under $20 to kick it up a notch. We’re nostalgically partial to the red viewer, but you can also buy it in blue, white, or black. Price at time of publish: $35 Ayla & Co Ayla Diaper Bag Ayla & Co View On Aylabag.com Know a new parent? The Ayla Diaper Bag will put a sophisticated spin on their traditional diaper bag. This vegan leather diaper bag is fashionable and full of function — and can easily pass as a stylish handbag or commuter backpack. Thoughtful, parent-forward features include a removable and washable inner lining, portable vegan leather changing pad, numerous organization pockets, reusable wet bag, and insulated snack zip bag. There’s also a laptop sleeve that can be purchased separately. Price at time of publish: $209 The 14 Best Commuter Backpacks of 2023 P.L.A.Y. Scout and About Dog Tent P.L.A.Y. View On Houzz View On Petplay.com This pet tent creates portable shade in the backyard, park, or during camping excursions. Setup is a cinch and can be done in less than five minutes, while breakdown takes just seconds. Scratch-proof mesh sides are placed at eye-level, and a zip-down mesh flap gives security. We like this gift best for friends, family, or even your own small pet. It’s an easy way to keep a beloved animal friend cool in sunny outdoor areas. Price at time of publish: $125 TwentyNext Wicker Cooler Picnic Basket With Double Lid Amazon View On Amazon Who doesn’t love a romantic picnic? This adorable wicker and wood picnic basket set gives that classic picnic vibe with modern updates. The insulated hamper-style basket will keep their hot food hot or their cold food cool. It comes with the basics for a successful picnic, from plastic wine glasses and plates to a bottle opener. All picnic accessories can be stored in a cute roll-up organization mat for easy packing and storage. Price at time of publish: $44 Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Amazon View On Amazon View On Target Help your beloved bookworm transition from paperback to a Kindle Paperwhite and give them the possibility of having thousands of books at their fingertips. The latest version of Amazon’s game-changing, reads-like-paper reader sports a larger, water-resistant 6.8-inch screen and is the lightest model to-date. The level of warmth on the screen can also be adjusted to their preference. Storage capacity is either 8 or 16 gigs. Price at time of publish: $140 Understatement Mesh Plunge Bralette Punk Royale Understatement View On Homelivingshop.net View On Shopunderstatement.com A sheer bralette with Swarovski crystals? Say no more. This statement bralette has a removable chain of sparkling crystals that plunges along the neckline. When worn with the chain, it gives onlookers a glimpse of glitter. When worn without, it’s still a comfortable, adjustable bra that feels both supportive and weightless. It’s the perfect wardrobe addition for a romantic getaway. Price at time of publish: $84 Bearaby Velvet Napper Bearaby View On Nordstrom View On Bearaby.com View On Saks Fifth Avenue The Bearaby Velvet Napper is a hand-knit weighted blanket that helps people relax and feel comforted. We love the extra-chunky knit and the soft and smooth feel of the eco-velvet material. Choose between 15, 20, or 25 pounds of evenly-distributed weight and seven subtle colors. Knowing this blanket is made from 100 percent upcycled ocean-bound plastic is just one more reason it’ll help them rest easy. Price at time of publish: $279 (20 pounds) Ritz-carlton Microfiber Robe Amazon View On Amazon View On Ritzcarltonshops.com Can’t take your Valentine to the Ritz? No worries, you can bring the Ritz-carlton to them with this plush hotel robe. Made from extra-soft microfiber and lined with terry cloth, this one-size-fits-most robe has a luxurious feel. Long sleeves, two front pockets, a self-tie belt, and plunging shawl collar come standard, while a white-on-white embroidered Ritz-carlton logo rests over the heart. Price at time of publish: $135 Milk Bar The Milk Bar Sampler Milk Bar The Milk Bar Sampler. Milk Bar View On Milkbarstore.com Bring this Milk Bar Sampler Gift Box into the office and you might just be considered a Valentine’s Day hero. Milk Bar, renowned for their addictively delicious sweet treats, has created a sampler box of all their greatest hits, including their birthday cake and chocolate truffles, all six styles of cookies, and a slice of Milk Bar pie — all sitting pretty in a windowed Milk Bar tin. Price at time of publish: $60 The 52 Best Gifts for Travelers of 2023 Conair Heat Sense Foot and Pedicure Spa Ulta View On Amazon View On Walmart View On Brandsmartusa.com This heated foot spa is the kind of gift that keeps on giving, especially if you know anyone who spends a lot of time standing. The Conair Heatsense Foot and Pedicure Spa with Heated Bubble Massage features a warming base, bubbles, and foot massage rollers that give a toe-to-heel massage. It also comes with a pumice stone and nail brush for after care. For a relaxation bump, throw in a pack of scented epsom salts. Price at time of publish: $50 MoMA Design Store Avocado Vase MoMA Design Store View On Moma.org Our collective days of gardening on our window sills may be over, but this MoMA Design Store-exclusive Avocado Vase by Ed Spurr and Amy Hall Browne makes a work of art out of a simple, saved avocado seed. Available in clear or colored glass, the seed can be seen growing in real-time, revealing a gorgeous web of thin roots in the bottom water basin and a leafy green plant sprouting up from the top. Price at time of publish: $55-$65 Life Elements Venus CBD Bath Bomb Life Elements View On Lifeelements.com If you’re going to buy someone a relaxing bath bomb for Valentine’s Day, it only makes sense to give one named after the goddess of love herself. This Life Elements Venus CBD Bath Bomb has the added benefit of 300 milligrams of hemp-derived CBD for an extra zen boost. The bomb also contains pain-relieving arnica, soothing oatmeal, and a spa-like Sandalwood and Ylang Ylang scent. Price at time of publish: $28 CraveBox Care Package Amazon View On Amazon View On Walmart View On Cravebox.com Got a long-distance Valentine? This care package is packed full of salty and sweet comfort name-brand snacks. The small box starts out with 45 different snacks, including Fun Dip and Chex Mix, or you can opt to go big or go home with the 75-piece care package. Gift wrapping and a personal message are an option. (Also a great gift for the office.) Price at time of publish: $27 Glamour Jewelry House Delicate Name Ring Zazzle View On Zazzle.com Would a ring with any other name look as sweet? Zazzle is well-known for personalized gifts, and we were instantly smitten with this simple name ring. Choose the font you want, the word you want (your name, their name, a pet’s name, or just any word), and the metal finish to make a wearable custom gift for a friend, partner, or family member. Price at time of publish: $26 Holga 120N Plastic Medium Format Camera Amazon View On Amazon View On Walmart View On B&H Photo Video The Holga 120N is a toy camera with a cult following. There’s no flash (but they’ll get a hot shoe adapter) and it only has two shooting modes: cloudy and sunny. This point-and-shoot plastic camera classic uses 120-millimeter film and is famous for its random light leaks, square format photos, and decidedly lo-fi results. It comes in black or white. Price at time of publish: $40 Teals Prairie & Co. Unique Pizza Cutter & Engraved Cutting Board Zazzle View On Zazzle.com This customized pizza cutter and engraved cutting board turns dinner into a fun game of chance. Personalize the message under each slice, and whoever picks a slice has to do what it says underneath. They do say couples that cook together, stay together (that’s amore!), though this gift can be personalized to be for any pizza lover or risk taker. Price at time of publish: $49 The 50 Best Gifts for Women Who Love to Travel of 2023 Therabody Theragun Mini 2.0 4.9 Amazon View On Amazon View On Best Buy View On Bloomingdales This compact-sized Theragun will hit the spot with fitness lovers — or anyone whose muscles could use on-the-go massage therapy. Three attachments and three speeds mean they’ll be able to find the right depth and strength of massage for different muscles. The portable size and one-pound weight make it especially ideal for frequent travelers. Price at time of publish: $199 Thisisnotme Designs Personalised Boyfriend Definition Two-Tone Coffee Mug Zazzle View On Zazzle.com You get to set the word and its definition, so have a little fun or play it safe with this personalized coffee mug that lets you put into words exactly what someone means to you. Choose from 16 colors and either the 11-ounce or 15-ounce size to further customize the color of this two-toned mug. Price at time of publish: $17 Uncommon Goods Whiskey Making Kit Uncommon Goods View On Uncommon Goods This gift is made for whiskey enthusiasts at any level. They’ll be able to craft their own signature blend of whiskey right at home. All your valentine has to do is start with a BYO grain spirit and then select from the kit’s six botanicals and three flavors of wood chips to make their own custom blend. If you’re lucky, maybe they’ll invite you over after the aging process to taste the results. Price at time of publish: $60 Renpho Eye Massager With Heat Amazon View On Amazon This heated eye massager uses voice assistance to guide users through pre-programmed massage routines. Heated eye pads and a built-in spa soundtrack take the experience to another level. It’s great for reducing morning eye puffiness, soothing dry eyes, or just catching 15-minutes of zen. Bluetooth connectivity allows them to pair the massage with their music of choice, or they can use the built-in, spa-like soundtrack. Price at time of publish: $80 Uncommon Goods Book Nook Reading Valet Uncommon Goods View On Uncommon Goods This reading valet can turn any quiet corner with a side table into a cute wooden book nook. Bookworms will love using this valet with dedicated space for placing a drink and eyeglasses. There’s also a clever out-of-sight spot to store their phone while reading. They can even keep their place in their book simply by resting it facedown on the valet’s triangle. Price at time of publish: $48 The 13 Best Travel Coffee Table Books of 2023 Aletha Hip Hook Aletha View On Alethahealth.com Know someone who has chronic back pain or poor hip mobility? The Aletha Hip Hook is a pain management tool that targets the release of your psoas and iliacus muscles at the hip. It was designed to release tension in both muscles, which can also help ease pain in their lower back, SI joint, and feet, resulting in a better quality of life. Price at time of publish: $199 Frisco XOXO Hearts Personalized Dog and Cat Bandana Chewy View On Chewy Pets deserve Valentine’s Day love, too. This cute bandana will have your dog or cat celebrating in proper fashion. Personalize it with your pet’s name (or anything up to 13 characters long). Made from soft polyester, this bandana is machine washable and comfortable, and it’s easy to find the perfect fit with three sizes and a convenient rolling design. Price at time of publish: $13 (medium) Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker 4.5 Amazon View On Amazon View On Appliances Online View On Best Buy The Bose Soundlink Flex Bluetooth Portable Speaker comes in clutch around the house, in the shower, and during their travel experiences that deserve a soundtrack. The speaker detects what position it's in to deliver excellent playback. The Bluetooth capability makes pairing with their phone, calls, streaming apps, and nearby Bose speakers a cinch. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the fact it has an IP67 Waterproof rating — and it floats! Price at time of publish: $149 Wine of the Month Club Membership Wine of the Month Club View On Winemonthclub.com Know someone who’s showing an interest in wine? Signing them up for a Wine of the Month Club Membership will help them gain a deeper understanding of top wines from around the world. Each month, they’ll receive two bottles of wine with tasting notes. You can customize your gift by choosing between the type of wine, total number of deliveries, and if they’ll arrive monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly. Price at time of publish: Starts at $42 per month, plus $15 shipping Bandolier Emma Crossbody Phone Case and Wallet Amazon View On Amazon View On Bandolierstyle.com Bandolier made a splash with their upside-down crossbody iPhone cases. The Emma Crossbody Phone Case and Wallet sports the brand’s now-classic minimalist silhouette. This case features a pebbled black vegan leather and a choice of either silver, gold, or pewter hardware. The adjustable cross strap clips on and off as needed, and there’s a small credit card-sized snap pocket to hold their credit card or ID. Price at time of publish: $98 Uncommon Goods The Couple's Bucket List Uncommon Goods View On Uncommon Goods Life is always that much more fun when you have things to look forward to. Gift this box of fun date night prompts to you and your partner and work your way through it over the next month, year, or lifetime. It’s an easy and fun way to plan out and keep track of your dates. File the cards away into "to do," "will do," and "well done" categories. Price at time of publish: $50 Glamour Jewelry House Unique Letter Name Necklace Zazzle View On Zazzle.com Zazzle’s done it again when it comes to delicate personalized jewelry. You’ve got eight characters — for a name or otherwise — to create a beautiful and light necklace for your valentine. This necklace is crafted in 14-karat gold; comes in silver, gold, or rose gold metal finishes; and hangs along the collarbone. Ten font styles ensure you’ll find the perfect personality fit. Price at time of publish: $30 Uncommon Goods DIY Mochi Ice Cream Kit Uncommon Goods View On Walmart View On Uncommon Goods Feed into someone’s sweet tooth with this adventurous DIY Mochi Ice Cream Kit from Uncommon Goods. This gift is great for the curious kitchen cook who isn’t afraid to try something new and a little challenging. The kit includes mochi-making starches, plus green tea and cocoa powder for flavor, dough cutter, and a reusable silicone mold. It's a sticky process that ends in a sweet reward. Price at time of publish: $34 Murray's Cheese Classic Cheese of the Month Club Murray's Cheese View On Murrayscheese.com Cheddar, Fontina, and Mimolette, oh my! This Murray’s Cheese of the Month Club membership gift will ensure that the cheese lover in your life has a steady fix of delicious cheeses from around the world delivered on a continual month-to-month basis or for the next three, six, or 12 months. Each shipment contains three cheeses plus a tasting card with ingredient and production notes, along with a few wine pairing suggestions. Price at time of publish: Starting at $63 Fitbit Inspire 3 4.3 Amazon View On Amazon View On Walmart View On Abt.com The FitBit Inspire 3 wellness tracker will help your loved one get their health and wellness goals on track. This wearable tracks their heart rate and activity and sends movement reminders throughout the day. Handy sleep tracking gives them a sleep score. They’ll also be able to take calls, receive texts, and use smartphone apps through their FitBit. It includes a six-month premium membership to get them started. Price at time of publish: $99 Threshold 3-piece Glass Candle Gift Set Target View On Target It’s been said that scent is the most powerful memory recall sense. This affordable three-piece scented candle bundle has a cute Valentine’s Day theme and will keep their home or office smelling like delicious red velvet, sweet almond shortbread, and raspberry apple blossoms. Set in frosted glass jars, these paraffin and palm wax candles will remind them of you and your travels together every time they’re lit. Price at time of publish: $10 Fresh Frenzy Elephant Cuddle Pillow Fresh Frenzy View On Freshfrenzy.co This large elephant pillow makes for a cute cuddle buddy for babies and kids. Little ones can easily curl up against the elephant’s perfectly plump legs. Choose between two sizes (15.75 or 24 inches) and six baby-friendly colors. High-quality materials ensure that this can become a comfort pillow as baby grows, too. Price at time of publish: $39 (40 centimeters) Uncommon Goods Make Your Own Hot Sauce Kit Uncommon Goods View On Uncommon Goods Spice things up in someone’s life with this hot sauce making kit from Uncommon Goods. This is the perfect gift for culinary enthusiasts or hot sauce collectors. They’ll get to craft six small-batch hot sauces from their own diabolic concoction using the included selection of spices like garlic and curry and dried peppers such as chipotle, arbol, and ancho. Maybe they’ll even name one in your honor. Price at time of publish: $42 Apple iPhone 14 Pro Best Buy View On Apple View On Best Buy Gifting the newest iPhone 14 Pro will likely be considered a homerun. Apple’s most recent has a detailed 48MP tri-lens back camera, a customizable lock screen, crash detection, and emergency satellite SOS for when they’re off the grid. Stainless steel and ceramic glass will keep their phone scratch-resistant and looking smart. The Apple 14 Pro comes in four sleek colors and two sizes. Price at time of publish: Starting at $900 Google Pixel 7 Pro Verizon View On Best Buy View On Google.com View On T-mobile.com Google’s custom Tensor G2 chip processor makes the Google Pixel 7 the most powerful Pixel to date. The Pro model takes features up a notch with a 6.7-inch QHD+ Gorilla Glass Victus display, real-time language translation feature, and a built-in VPN for privacy. The triple-lens back camera takes stunning pictures from far away or right up close, and with a host of photo assisting and editing features, it’ll make sure they get the perfect shot every time. Price at time of publish: Starting at $749 Uncommon Goods Color Your Own Fairytale Storybook Pillowcase Uncommon Goods View On Uncommon Goods Let your little loved one bring their own fairytale to life again and again with this coloring pillowcase. One side features a detailed castle scene with unicorns, fairies, and royalty. Flip it over to reveal an empty storybook page. Each wash creates a new blank canvas for creativity. Comes with 10 colorful markers. (There’s also a dinosaur version if your giftee is into reptiles more than Rapunzel.) Price at time of publish: $22 The 51 Best Travel-related Gifts Under $10 of 2023 Audio-Technica AT-LP60XBT Bluetooth Turntable Amazon View On Amazon View On Walmart View On Best Buy Many people consider music to be an unofficial love language. The Audio-technica ATLP60XBT is an updated take on a classic turntable and is a great introductory record player for the digital age: Wireless Bluetooth technology allows playback through external speakers. The retro turntable comes with a slip mat, dust cover, and plays at two speeds (33.3 rpm and 45 rpm). For extra points, include their favorite album or a record with significant meaning so they can give it a spin. Price at time of publish: $219 Goody Box Adventure Toys and Treats for Dogs Chewy View On Chewy Get your dog in the adventurous spirit with this travel and adventure-themed box of toys and treats. They’ll get a plush camera toy to carry around, a lighted toy lantern plush toy with a rope grip perfect for excited shakes, and a soft bear toy to be their adventure buddy — plus Earth Animal No Hide and American Journey peanut butter treats to give them sustenance and rewards during the excursion. Price at time of publish: $19 Uncommon Goods Plush Heart Organ Uncommon Goods View On Toynk.com View On Uncommon Goods Give your heart to someone special with this soft and plushy heart toy that makes the perfect symbolic gesture — and is super cute to boot. Measuring 10 x 8 x 4 inches, this anatomical-shaped heart is the perfect size to cuddle on the couch or to sub-in for a squeeze when you’re not around and can be gifted to kids or adults alike. Price at time of publish: $19 Why Trust Travel + Leisure Katherine Alex Beaven is a writer covering travel, food and drink, and culture. Finding a gift that will make someone smile and feel seen is one of her favorite pastimes. The 50 Best Gifts for Digital Nomads in 2023 Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit