Whether you're shopping for birthday or holiday gifts, you might be scratching your head about what to get for your favorite travel-loving friend. Coming from self-proclaimed luggage experts ourselves, we know that shopping for a seasoned traveler can be tricky. They’ve already booked their hotel, bought their plane tickets, and downloaded the best travel apps, and now you’re trying to find the perfect addition to their itinerary. You love their stories, and love it even more when one of your holiday or birthday gifts appears as a side character.
The key to finding the perfect travel gift is choosing items that give confidence in both form and function — you want to celebrate them with something that works like magic and makes them look out-of-this-world while they’re out and about. From a convertible backpack to travel accessories, we’ve compiled a complete list of our favorite must-haves for on-the-go adventures!
Read on for our Top 15 travel gift ideas for her and him in this gift guide.
#1: A versatile weekend bag
Weekender bags are the thing people never knew they needed. Well, maybe the person you’re gifting for is super in the know about travel bags and has had one on their list… either way, a bag that helps you pack light but look put together is a home run for anyone.
Thanks to its separate bottom compartment, you can fit shoes, toiletries, and even a hairdryer into your bag without having to play Tetris with your t-shirts. Plus, it comes with a zippered sleeve on the back to slide right onto your carry-on. With our classic colors like Beige, Olive, Maple, and more, there’s a perfect tone for everyone on your list (including you).
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#2: A cosmetics case
Traveling takes quite a toll on your skin — having the right tools at all times is so crucial to keep things clear. For your skincare-conscious friend who wants to pack all their essential balms, lotions, and serums, an organized bag makes a great gift. At BÉIS, we have the chic and convenient cosmetics case of their dreams. Choose from stylish variations like a pink cosmetic case or a clever hanging toiletry bag in classic beige.
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#3: An everyday tote
For the person who’s always on the move, look no further than The East to West Tote. With roomy compartments, a padded laptop pocket, and dedicated spots for daily essentials, it’s ideal for everyday errands, work commutes, and weekend getaways alike. Sleek, versatile, and made to travel as well as it does around town, this tote makes a thoughtful gift that combines function, style, and long-lasting usefulness.
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#4: A travel jewelry organizer
If you’re hunting for a gift that’s equal parts chic and practical, the Travel Jewelry Case checks every box. With its sleek exterior and clever compartments, this travel jewelry holder keeps rings, earrings, and necklaces neatly organized — no tangles, no lost pieces. Its slim silhouette slips easily into a carry-on or weekender, making it an ideal companion for jet-setters and weekend travelers alike. Wrapped up, it’s a small but sophisticated present that feels thoughtful, stylish, and ready to wow any accessory lover on your list.
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#5: Packing cubes
Everyone could use a little more organization in their life. Give the gift of stress-free travel with packing cubes that make your clothes easy to find and wrinkle-free.
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#6: A bag charm
Bag charms are a major trend right now, adding personality and flair to any bag, and this one combines that style with practical use. The Micro Weekender Charm is compact yet chic, clips easily to any BÉIS bag and is ideal for holding essentials like AirPods, lip balm, or keys.
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#7: The perfect overnight bag
So, maybe you can’t give your friend the gift of instant stress relief, but you can give them a bag that has the same effect. When gearing up for travel, it can be tough to find the perfectly sized option if you’re not planning on bringing a roller or larger bag. That’s where a 5-star small overnight bag comes in to save the day — your friend will love all of the functions and features, and you’ll love how laid back they are once they have this new bag.
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#8: Gym duffles
Whether you’re traveling to the next country over or to the gym down the street, a dependable duffle bag is always crucial to have on hand. Our Sport Duffle isn’t just a great gym duffle bag, its features and functions are perfect for travel. The built-in backpack straps are great for tossing over your shoulder, the internal and external pockets make organization easy, and it even comes with a dirt bag for clothes, shoes, or whatever else you might need it for.
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#9: A viral crossbody
There’s no better way to show the travel lover in your life that you’re actually super in the know about what people are using on the go these days than giving them the perfect sling bag. These bags are going viral for a reason — they’re small but mighty with a micro-fiber lined protective pocket for your phone, a built-in card organizer, and even a surprise water bottle pouch!
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#10: Laptop backpacks
A trusted laptop backpack makes a great gift for the traveler who also has to keep up with work while they’re gone. Great for students, parents on business trips, or anyone going from place to place who wants to keep their technology protected, our laptop backpacks are the perfect practical gift they’ll actually use.
Shopping for someone who loves an elevated yet minimalist look? Check out our sleek nylon travel backpack designed specifically for daily commutes.
Or, for the parents or soon-to-be parents in your life, opt for a diaper backpack that does it all. They’ll be thanking you for such a thoughtful gift (if they have time to sit down and text you between diaper changes and naps).
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#11: Travel starter set
Nothing says “bon voyage” like the perfect travel starter set. Give the gift of confidence, and show them how excited you are for their travels by helping them kickstart their own personal luggage set with bestselling pieces like our carry on roller and 29" check in roller.
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#12: A quiet luxury duffle
Surprise someone special with a gift that combines style, strength, and serious utility: The Ultimate Travel Duffle. This sleek duffle bag has the spaciousness of a checked bag but fits perfectly as a personal item under the plane seat—no extra baggage fees required. With a clamshell‐style opening for effortless packing, a padded laptop sleeve, webbing handles, and a detachable cross-body strap, it’s built for journeys both near and far.
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#13: Their new high-function work bag
We wouldn’t typically recommend giving someone work as a gift… unless it’s a work tote — then we think it’s a great idea! For someone who has to travel a ton for work, the sleek look of this bag combined with the life-saver trolley pass-through will make it a total homerun.
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#14: A makeup bag
For the frequent traveller in your life, grab The In Flight Cosmetic set. This TSA-approved set includes two clear, stackable cases designed to keep toiletries organized and easily accessible during flights.
Shopping for someone who has a lot of beauty products to store? The Large Cosmetic Pouch is designed to keep beauty essentials organized, this makeup bag features elastic pockets, brush holders, customizable dividers, and an insulated zip pocket ideal for sheet masks. Its sleek, easy-to-clean material ensures durability and style.
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#15: The easiest toiletries solution
The last item on our list had to be something we know everyone needs (just in case you’ve somehow scrolled to the bottom of this article and still aren’t sure what the travel lover in your life would want). No surprise here… the perfect toiletries bag is the humble answer to the age-old question: if my friend loves to travel, but is incredibly hard to shop for, what should I get them as a gift? Our dopp kit is spill-proof, which makes it pretty much fool-proof as a great gift for that traveler in your life. Plus, it comes in tons of colors they’re sure to love. This gift will be hard to Dopp — we mean… top!
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The Gift That Keeps on Giving
Whether you’re off to a girls' weekend, a much-needed vacation to an exotic beach, or just taking a weekend road trip, there are some travel essentials that you just can’t leave behind. Shop BÉIS now to find amazing gifts for the travel lover in your life, or let them choose their favorite by giving them a gift card.
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