With the season of giving right around the corner, buying gifts for travel lovers may be one of the hardest groups to give to. They love new cultures, people, places, and food, what could be a broader demographic? Below are our top gifts for the travel aficionado, but you might get jealous so be sure to order two: one for your loved one and one for you!
1. A Night On The River Thames
Brought to you by Airbnb, this part barge part hotel floating house is a unique gift idea for those who have been around the world and back. It has two quaint bedrooms can sleep up to four, and when you stay you get the entire house. This includes the bathroom, kitchen, garden, dog kennel, and steering wheel. The catch is it’s not available for rent, you have to win to stay there, but it’s totally worth it. The house also comes complete with a tour of London and a dinner cooked by Peruvian chef Robert Ortiz. Learn more here
2. The Smartest Suitcase Ever Created
Bluesmart has created the most technologically advance suitcase seen by this world. Already approved by the TSA, this suitcase is going to be the next big thing in travel accessories. You can control your suitcase from your phone to lock and unlock it, track its location, weigh it, get distance alerts, and much more. The suitcase also includes distance alerts, USB battery charges for when you forget your charges (I always do), a built in scale, and travel stats. James Bond would be proud to carry this suitcase. Learn more here
3. The Traveling Bartender
Hate airline cocktails because of their quality? Well now you can make your own craft cocktails with Stephen Kenn Travel Cocktail Kit. This leather travel kit comes equipped with nine empty bottles, a mixing spoon, and a book that will teach you how to pack the kit for different occasions, as well as make 15 different cocktails, with recipes coming from some of the best bartender’s in the world. Learn more here
4. Private Jet Membership
Think along the lines of Uber, but with private jets. The only thing travelers with they had more of is time, so give them the gift of time-saving. For a small initiation fee of $17,500 and “reasonable” annual dues, Wheels Up members have access to a private fleet of brand new King Air 350i and Citation Excel/XLS aircrafts. Being part of this club also means you get access to their ride-sharing app which enables members to hitch rides and split costs. Learn more here
5. A luxury Hamper
Although not as famously known in the U.S., luxury hampers have long been the perfect gift for family and friends in the UK. Ranging from £20,000 to £500, these hampers come filled to the brim with fine wines and spirits, tea and coffee, cured meats and cheeses and pantry essentials. Christmas-themed hampers also include Christmas pudding, chocolates and luxury Christmas crackers. Each Hamper is uniquely themed so make sure you and your neighbor don’t end up sending each other the same gift! Learn more here
