Unusual Gifts for Travelers That'll Show Them the World

Updated by Jordan White

Gifting can be a daunting task, especially when there are so many options available. From clothes to gift cards to gadgets, the options are really endless. How do you choose? To guide you, focus on the recipient's interests. For example, if you’re shopping for a globe trotter, look at gifts for travelers (i.e., things that will make traveling easier and more fun).

Are you shopping for someone who takes frequent road trips? Goes camping every weekend? Or maybe someone who’s always flying for work? Regardless, there are plenty of products available.

Best Gifts For Travelers

Celebrate States will allow you to support small businesses from all over the country while staying in the comforts of home. A great gift for travel lovers and adventurous souls, each month features a different state, sending small-batch treats and artisan goods from local businesses, along with interactive information and fun facts. Explore and expand your horizons with every box.

Shipping · We will ship your first box between two and five business days of your order. Subsequent boxes ship between the 11th and 22nd of each month.

Customer Review

“As a Geography Teacher, I have been getting this box for over a year and have been nothing but happy! They always have great stuff sourced from each specific state that delights me and/or makes me say “wow! I didn’t know that came from there!”. They also always include great print info about the state like travel brochures, maps, visitor’s guides etc that adds extra information and value. Very worthwhile purchase!! Highly recommended!” – Layne S.

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Take a tasty trip to a new town without leaving the house, thanks to the Explore Local box. Each month, this subscription service spotlights a different U.S. city. They’ll receive a curated selection of artisanal snacks and locally-made treats from that region, along with a beautiful watercolor map and fun facts. It’s a neat way to discover small businesses and local artisans, and it’s the perfect spring subscription box for people who love to travel. With the Explore Local Box, they can sample a little taste of a whole new place.

Shipping · Your first box ships within 3 days of purchase. All subsequent boxes ship the first week of the month. Order by the 14th to receive this month's box.

Customer Review

"GREAT GIFT, GREAT BOX. They support small businesses all around the country and choose the very best locally made items for each month. 10/10 reommend!" - Gene E.

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Four Guaranteed Trips a Year! Bold Travel Stories. Local Products. Adventure You Won't Forget.

Shipping · Your first box will ship on the 1st of the next month. Order by the 30th of every month to get the current box. For current subscribers, the fall box will ship on September 1st. Your winter box will ship on December 1st. Your spring box will ship on March 1st. Your summer box will ship on June 1st.

Customer Review
This box was perfect for my mother! She loved it and is looking forward to her next one.
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Subscription based Monthly Cultural Geography Kits for kids and teens 9-15

Shipping · Your first month will ship 3-5 days after your purchase. Each month following, your kit will ship on the 30 day anniversary of your initial order.

Customer Review
My daughter is super excited for this box!!! Japan is one of her many favorite countries and that happened to be her very first box. We can't wait to see what her second box will be!!! Thank you very much!
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Outdoor gear, apparel, and supplies to grow your hiking/camping fun! Seasonal themes,sent quarterly

Shipping · Your first order ships in 5-7 days. Subsequent ones ship quarterly on the 4th of the month. (We now ship using eco-friendly padded mailers made of 50% post-consumer material!) Subscriptions renew on the 12th or must be canceled by the 1st (unless pre-paid or a gift). Please message if you have questions. Please remember to Leave No Trace!

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A monthly themed subscription box for RVing and road tripping families, filled with products to inspire new adventures and encourage lasting memories.

Shipping · New orders ship with the regular batch. We ship by the 5th of the month.

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UPDATE: PLEASE READ FIRST So, you may see below that my initial review was indicative of disappointment and dissatisfaction. While that was true at the time, the situation was addressed and rectified. HOWEVER, I would not have been able t
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If they’re interested in supporting global, female artisans from Cuba, Rwanda, or Colombia, Wanderkarma is the subscription box for them. They’ll receive 3-5 pieces of fair-trade artisan jewelry or home decor, plus a digital guide to show them where their items were made.

Shipping · Your first box will ship within 5-7 business days from order.

Customer Review

"I love that this is sustainable tourism in a gift box! Hopefully my mother-in-law loves receiving these boxes as much as I loved giving them! :)The seller is extremely easy to communicate with and helped us personalize a delivery schedule that worked in our budget and timeline." - Christa T.

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Keep your jewelry safe & organized with this compact 4"x4" teal travel case - perfect for adventures! Cute design lets you tote your treasures in style wherever you go.

Shipping · Our boxes ship on or around the 4th of every month via USPS Priority Mail in the US and First Class Package International to Canada. Please order by the last day of the prior month to get the upcoming month's box. Please allow for longer shipping times of 1-2 weeks when shipping to Canada. We currently only ship within the US and Canada.

Customer Review
She loved the box and was excited to receive. Thank you. ☺️
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Fun Gifts For Travel Lovers

For instance, the Wild Woman Box is perfect for the lady in your life who loves being in the mountains. Whether she’s an avid hiker or camper, each box is filled with delicious snacks and useful gear they can use to navigate the outdoor terrain.

Speaking of snacks, the Just The Snacks! Box would also make a great gift. Each is filled with over 35 delicious snacks; from healthy options, salty snacks, and even delicious sweets in these boxes.

Maybe you’re shopping for a travel enthusiast who’s also a coffee lover. The MyBean Monthly subscription box would make the perfect gift! With each box, they can immerse themselves in coffee from renowned regions worldwide. Heck, with this gift, they don’t even have to leave their homes to feel like they’re traveling. But if they do, they can always pack these beans in their suitcase to enjoy wherever they go.

Maybe you’re shopping for someone that travels for work and could use some help relaxing. The CBD Box is curated with the best tinctures, edibles, and other CBD products that can help calm their nerves. This is also an excellent gift for anxious fliers! And these are just a few of the many products available through the Cratejoy marketplace.

Find even more options hand-selected for the traveler in your life in our travel category .