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Easter may be rooted in Christianity, but it’s also the unofficial start of spring. This is the time to celebrate the changing season with traditions and gifts to match those pastel-hued eggs and bonnets.
It’s also a great time to plan spring travels. While you’re filling up baskets with presents for kids, add a few Easter gifts for adults who like to travel. These 24 travel-inspired gifts are thoughtful, fun, and practical—perfect for their next adventure.
The best Easter gifts for adults who like to travel
Travel Backpack
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One of the best Easter gifts for adults who like to travel is a travel backpack. This 40-liter backpack from Asenlin comes with three storage bags and pockets for necessities like laptops and water bottles. Built-in compression opens up space to pack everything in, while multiple handles (one at the top, another on the side, and shoulder/chest straps) make this backpack easy to grab and go.
Travel Pillow
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A travel pillow is always appreciated as a gift for frequent fliers. The Travelrest Nest pillow is made of memory foam. It has a patented shape that the company claims prevents your head from falling forward and non-slip backing so the pillow stays put. It also comes with a compact pouch to keep it clean and easy to pack.
Passport Holder
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Rifle Paper Co. passport holders make beautiful gifts for adult travelers. They come in floral patterns and colors that are perfect for spring and easy to spot in a carry-on. Make it a set with a matching luggage tag. For an extra special gift, try a customized monogrammed holder. This one comes with additional card slots.
Pastel Stanley Cup
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A sturdy water bottle can be an indispensable gift for travelers. An insulated Stanley Cup can keep drinks cold for up to nine hours (40 with ice) and hot for up to five hours, according to the company. It comes in virtually every color and design under the sun, but a pastel color fits the season.
Everywhere Belt Bag
A fanny pack can be a practical and stylish gift for adults who travel. The Everywhere Belt Bag from Lululemon keeps essentials within easy reach while exploring. It has two pockets (one exterior and one interior) and can be worn around the waist or across the body. We especially like the roomy, one-liter capacity for filling up with souvenirs.
Loop Quiet Equinox Earplugs
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Adults who travel will likely appreciate a gift of ear plugs for noisy hotel rooms and airplanes. Loop Earplugs purportedly reduce background noise up to 26 decibels and come with a travel case. They’re also made to fit all ear sizes and are comfortable enough to sleep in.
Monogrammed Luggage Tag
Monogrammed luggage tags can make it easier for travelers to find their suitcase on a crowded carousel. Etsy has luggage tags in endless styles that would make great gifts for anyone who travels. We love these vegan leather tags for their easy-to-spot vibrant colors and bold fonts.
Basecamp Conversation Cards
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Adult travelers may appreciate an Easter gift that helps them make connections abroad. These conversation cards from Basecamp are the perfect icebreaker. Each pack contains 52 thought-provoking questions that encourage meaningful conversations. It’s a great way to pass the time on long train rides or a fun game to break out in a hostel common room. They also double as playing cards.
Sriracha: The Game
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This fast-paced matching card game is a fun gift to break out in a local bar or airport lounge. Named for the popular hot sauce, it’s small enough to pack, lasts just 10 to 15 minutes, and is simple to learn.
Hidden Pocket Scrunchies
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Show your traveling friend you care by gifting them this stylish accessory with a hidden pocket. The small zipper pocket is just big enough to stash cash or a key. You can wear it in your hair or around your wrist while spending the day at the beach or while walking around a new city. Plus, it comes in a set of two.
Clever Fox Travel Journal
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A travel journal is like giving the gift of memories. This journal comes with templated pages for mapping out budgets, transportation, accommodations, and a packing list. There are also prompts for evaluating what worked (and what didn’t) on previous vacations. We appreciate the extras like fun stickers, an expense tracker, and an inner pocket for storing boarding passes and ticket stubs.
Travel Challenges Card Deck
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Solo travelers may appreciate receiving this deck of cards as a gift. Each card includes a challenge that helps you explore your destination. Some are easy, such as learning a craft. Others, such as going without technology for 24 hours, may push even the most experienced traveler to try something new.
Color Map Mug
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Traveling adults who love coffee or tea will appreciate this map mug. What makes it special is that you can color in the places you visit or the ones you want to visit. It comes with one green marker, but you can buy additional colors. We love that the mug is microwave-safe and dishwasher-friendly.
Rechargeable Hand Warmer
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If your globetrotter is heading to colder climates, give them these rechargeable hand warmers. They offer three warmth settings and can last up to 15 hours, according to the company. They even double as power banks that can charge iPhone and Android devices.
Blackout Eye Mask
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Help your traveling friend get some sleep with a good eye mask. This one can help block out the light in a hotel room in the middle of a busy city or distractions on public transport. It has a contoured design that allows for pressure-free eye movement and an adjustable strap.
Camping Hammock
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Give the friend who likes to camp the gift of a packable hammock. Unfolded, this one can hold up to 400 pounds, according to the company, and comes with two straps and carabiners for setting up between trees. When it’s time to break down camp, simply pack the hammock into the included carrying bag and slide it into a suitcase.
Personalized Camping Mug
A personalized mug is a simple gift that an adult camper will likely appreciate. There are tons of customizable options on Etsy, but we love this forest design with multiple color options. You can’t microwave it—but you’re in the woods, after all. Sitting around the campfire sipping from a mug is part of the adventure.
Hat With SPF
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A great gift for travelers who like the outdoors is a hat with sun protection. This one has UPF 50 against both UVA and UVB rays, according to the company. The moisture-wicking fabric helps keep your head cool and dry, and it comes in a variety of colors to suit anyone’s style.
Packing Cubes
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Packing cubes can be a game-changing gift for any traveler. These lightweight cubes come in eight sizes to organize all your things, so you don’t have to dig through your bag to find that one shirt. Besides the basic sizes, there’s one for shoes, cosmetics, and socks.
AirPods Anti-Lost Cord
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Cords for Apple AirPods are a great gift idea for frequent travelers. The magnetic design attaches to the AirPods and keeps them secure while you’re on the go. We also like that they come in tons of fun colors.
Picnic Backpack
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This easy-to-carry picnic backpack makes a nice gift for slowing down while on a trip. It comes with everything from plates to glasses and even a cutting board. An insulated compartment helps keep drinks and food cold, while a removable waterproof pouch is great for packing ice and keeping a blanket dry.
Compression Socks
Compression socks may not be the most glamorous gift for a traveler, but they can be a necessity for many. They can help with blood circulation, swelling, and support during long flights or road trips. We like these colorful socks more so than the average medical-grade pairs.
Power Bank
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Give your friend who loves to travel a power bank so they can stay connected wherever they are. This one claims to have enough power to charge an iPhone up to three times in a day and get your phone to 78 percent battery in an hour. Plus, it’s slim and lightweight enough to fit in a pocket.
Portable Foot Rest
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This helpful gift may seem like a novelty, but a footrest can be a welcome relief for long flights. It can help reduce swelling, improve circulation, and alleviate lower back pain caused by sitting for prolonged periods. This footrest is made of comfortable memory foam, is lightweight, easy to pack, and adjustable for most people under six feet tall.
Emily Blackwood is a freelance service journalist based in San Diego, California. Her work has appeared in People, Outside, Self, and HuffPost.
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