It’s gift giving season and frequent fliers, backpackers, and luxury travelers alike are in need of gifts that elevate their travel adventures. Whether you’re settling in at home, preparing to spend the holidays with your chosen family, or packing to kick back on a beach for the next few weeks, we’ve got a gift for you and your travel savvy loved ones.
HANDY DANDY
Gloves are a travel item we tend to overlook, but Arc’teryx Venta Gloves answer the call for perfect on-the-go hand wear that feel essential to any cool-weather trip. Thanks to versatile high-performance design, these gloves provide warmth and comfort. They’re built with Gore-Tex Infinium breathable, softshell fabric that blocks wind and repels rain and snow. Your fingers will appreciate the soft, moisture-wicking fleece lining, and you can still handle your phone with Venta’s touch screen-sensor thumb and finger pads. Plus they’re unisex and unisex and come in two colors and six sizes. $70. arcteryx.com
BEAUTY CARE THAT CARES
Pep up your travel-weary skin with these natural products from Onekind. Start with the Pep Squad Eye Revive Complex ($48), Onekind’s lightweight eye serum made from antioxidant-rich marine algae that firms skin and reduces dark circles and fine lines. Follow it with the super-charged nighttime Dream Cream ($40) that’s rich in plant-derived squalane and rosehip oils to lock in moisture, along with barley-seed and chamomile extracts to soothe away the day’s dermal irritations. Then apply the Endless Eye Revive Masks ($18), silicone reusable/portable under-eye patches to help eye treatments absorb into your skin’s deepest layers. (Try refrigerating the patches for extra cooling and depuffing!) Bonus: Onekind’s sibling founders Madison and Matt are committed to cruelty-free, PETA-certified beauty products, sans synthetic or controversial ingredients, and always with responsible supply chain practices and minimal packaging. Onekind.us
PROUD FOR CACAO
Chocoholics and art lovers, unite! Beato Chocolates invites you to savor delicious fair-trade chocolates inspired by iconic, multimedia artist Beatrice “Beato” Wood, the Mama of Dada. Company founders (and spouses) Heather Stobo and Lisa Casoni, with the help of their Ojai, California–based chocolatier, handcraft their bars with locally sourced ingredients to create uniquely tasty treats. Along with the brand’s “chocolate sculptures” based on Beato’s works, each bar uses her original artwork and irreverent quotes for witty packaging and product names. Try the Beato Variety Pack of 4 Bars to sample or gift a scrumptious assortment of four 72-percent dark-chocolate bars made with orange oil, almonds and paprika, coffee and cacao nibs, and toffee and sea salt—aka the Happy Valley Bar, Pinching Spaniards Bar, I Shock Myself Bar, and Menage A Trois Bar. $44. beatochocolates.com
READING IS SEXY
For your next trip, pack up to a whopping 24,000 e-books in one slim, seven inch package with Rakuten’s Kobo Libra 2 e-reader. One of the most popular e-readers on the market, the Libra 2 is a savvy rival to other brands thanks to a bevy of versatile features. It’s lightweight and ergonomic, with anti-glare touch-screen and page-turn buttons on an easy-hold frame, plus adjustable page sizing and display options. Better still, it’s waterproof and made with recycled plastic, with 32GB of storage for tons of e-books and up to 150 Kobo Audiobooks—all of it seamlessly refreshing from your account via built-in Bluetooth wireless technology. Kobo’s catalogue of e-books are available as single purchases, or unlimited with a Kobo Plus subscription ($8 to $10 per month, with a free first month). Most public libraries also invite ebook checkouts too, making the Libra 2 an easy way to get lit. $190. us.kobobooks.com
THE ULTIMATE DOGGIE BAG
We love our dogs, so why not treat them to their own durable travel tote? Orvis, the famous American outdoor outfitter, is so proud of its “We Love Dogs” culture that pets get their very own gear line. The Tough Trail Chuckwagon Dog Tote keeps all your pup’s supplies organized and ready in water-resistant, wide-zippered bag. It comes with two collapsible, dishwasher safe bowls; a roll-top, BPA-free food bag; lined exterior pockets for wet toys; a hidden waste-bag dispenser; and two removable inner dividers. As part of its company mission, Orvis commits five percent of its pre-tax profits to protecting nature, supporting its local communities, and advancing canine health. $70. orvis.com
SNEAK OUT
HOKA sneakers are having a moment. They’re one of the hottest shoe brands for young fashionistas (love that “dad sneaker” look), and they’re super comfortable so travelers of all ages love wearing them all day. The HOKA Transport sneakers are one of the brand’s best sellers, built for city pavement pounding thanks to protective all-around cushioning and sturdy Vibram outsoles. And like all HOKA sneakers, they’re built sustainably using recycled polyester, vegan and natural materials, PFC-free water repellency treatment, and other eco-friendly design features. Best of all, they’re a great way to feel like you’re walking on clouds. $140. hoka.com
ADJUSTABLE TRAVEL PILLOW
Rock solid sleep is a gift, and the right pillow can unlock the best rest. Thankfully, Coop Sleep has transformed its full-size original pillow into a portable version. The Original Travel & Camp Adjustable Pillow is half the size of the best-selling full-size Original Adjustable Pillow. Both are made with proprietary blends of memory-foam and- microfiber fill, with double zippered pillow cases that let you adjust the fill amount and remove the breathable outer case for easy machine washing. Plus it’s hypoallergenic, made with bamboo derived materials, and is Greenguard Gold Certified. The Travel Pillow compresses into the included nylon stuff sack for easy packing, And Coop pillows come with a 100-night risk-free trial, so you can give it a sleep test before committing. $40. coopsleepgoods.com
GET CARRIED AWAY
In less than a decade, Away has grown into one of the most popular luggage brands thanks to its award-winning designs and patented organizing systems. This year it debuted Softside, the lightweight, high-strength suitcase built with Away’s classic center-expansion feature and proprietary 360-degree wheels stabilizer. Available in five colors and four sizes, Softside is a smart gift for travelers who also prefer brands that prioritize both sustainability and elegance. Along with its commitment to students, teachers, foster children, and several global non-profits, New York–based Away also partners with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) to promote equality and safety in travel. $245. awaytravel.com
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