Your Favorite Frequent Flyer Will Appreciate These Travel Gifts

One of my favorite parts of traveling has always been collecting ticket stubs, maps and other little mementos to take home with me, though they always eventually get lost somewhere at the bottom of my purse. If your recipient is the same, a travel stub diary can provide both a solution and a conversation starter. The diary has space for them to write about their travels, as well as clear sleeves that can preserve any mementos they want to keep, like postcards and museum brochures.

Promising review: "My daughter put the Travel Stub Diary on her wish list and I found it such a useful and fun item. Instead of accumulating mementos in random places or a dusty shoe box, this diary will serve as a way to organize them into a 'good times album.' She can refresh good memories and rekindle the excitement that travel offers whenever she chooses. I'm already thinking about who else I want to give that opportunity to." — Alicia

The Lifestraw Sip is a smaller, sleeker take on the brand's signature gear-like straws. It's a great gift for avid campers, travelers, survivalists, or really anyone who wants to keep a little peace of mind on hand. This unassuming straw can protect against bacteria, parasites, microplastics, dirt and more. You can also buy a three-pack if you're willing to splurge and give one to more family members.

If an entire set of luggage organization seems like a lot, even just one toiletry bag can make your recipient's life way easier. Take this Bagsmart toiletry bag, for example — it's the No. 1 bestseller in its category on Amazon, and has over 48,000 5-star ratings on the site for its convenience. The bag comes in two sizes and a bunch of colors, has four compartments, is water-resistant and comes with a non-slip, 360-degree hook so they can hang it up to get easy access to all the contents. Speaking of the compartments, two of them are transparent so they don't have to rifle through to find what they're looking for, and the main pockets also have elastic straps to keep bottles in place and avoid spills.

These Bose QuietComfort headphones might just be your lifesaver for your next 10 hour flight. The noise cancellation is top-tier (seriously, it’s like flipping a switch on the outside world), and the plush earcups make them wearable from gate to gate without any pressure or pinching. Bonus: they last a full 24 hours on a charge and come with an old-school cord for when Bluetooth isn't an option.

Available in three colors, this velvet travel jewelry box has two larger compartments, six slot rolls and one elastic pocket on the underside of the lid. The box's measurements are less than 2-by-4 inches, so it can easily fit inside a suitcase or carry-on. The organizer zips shut with gold hardware for both security and elegance.

The wallet has a passport pocket, boarding pass compartment, three credit card slots, an ID slot, a slim card pouch, slim pocket, a ticket slot, a cellphone pouch, a coin zippered pocket, key holder, and pen holder.

Self-pampering is important on the go, too, and this travel size gift set by Sol de Janeiro makes that clear. The clear travel case comes with three travel-size products: a fragrance mist, shower gel and the ever-popular Brazilian Bum Bum Cream. If your giftee likes both travel and beauty, this is a happy medium between the two.

We've covered reusable Stasher bags before, for their ability to save people money and waste on single-use plastic bags. But while these are great for produce or snacks, they can also be used to hold a phone, makeup or other items your gift recipient may want to take with them on the go. This version, called the Go Bag, comes with a carabiner to attach to a belt loop or backpack for easy storage and access. It has the same pinch-lock seal you know and love Stasher for, and is dishwasher-, microwave- and oven-safe up to 425 degrees.

Promising review: "I use these to keep my phone dry when I'm around water. They are not meant for submersion, but will easily protect my phone from splashes. I love the attached carabiner for anchoring this to a kayak webbing or to attach my keys when I'm out at the pool. At the beach, these also keep sand away from the phone. I've given several as gifts and everyone loves them." — Kathryn

We spoke to dentists about the best mouthwashes and this is one that is particularly travel friendly. New York City-based dentist Dr. Azadeh Akhavan said, "One thing that will be interesting to watch is hydroxyapatite, an ingredient that some toothpastes are starting to include. Very preliminary studies suggest that it may be as effective as fluoride toothpaste in strengthening the enamel."

Based on this mention, we tracked down Boka's convenient mouthwash tablets that contain hydroxyapatite instead of fluoride to help remineralize teeth without stripping the mouth of important microbes. The Boka tablets, which don't require water to use, also contain dentist-preferred ingredients like baking soda and xylitol.

Travel writer James Barrett says, "I’ve tested more travel pillows than I care to admit, and the Ostrichpillow Go is the one I actually use. The high-density memory foam molds to your neck like it was custom-made, and the 360-degree ergonomic design means no more awkward head bobs or waking up with a crick in your neck. I used it on a 14-hour flight to South Africa and I slept eight hours. It compresses down small enough to stash in your bag, but still offers full support."

If your giftee doesn't already have packing cubes to organize their luggage, they'll likely thank you for purchasing them a set like this popular eight-piece collection. The polyester cubes are available in a wide range of colors and have smooth zippers, mesh panels so they can easily see what's inside each one and compact designs that can fit multiple suitcase sizes. The set includes standard cubes of four sizes in addition to bags for accessories, laundry, cosmetics or toiletries and shoes.

Promising review: "These are a must have for travel! Now that I have used them I can’t fathom traveling without them. I even use them in my gym bag. This will be my go to Christmas gift this year and for graduations gifts. I am a teacher and I get invited to many graduation parties. This will be my new graduation gift for my college bond students." — Frequent shopper

For someone who frequently takes long-haul flights, blocking out the noise and lights of the plane can make a huge difference in getting some shuteye. This mask blocks out the light while doubling as wireless Bluetooth headphones so your giftee can listen to music or a podcast uninterrupted, and is made of a stretchy, breathable material that can fit to their face.

Promising review: "I give these as gifts for traveling - block out noises and are so comfortable to sleep with. I use them every night at home and they have stood up to a lot of use. Easy to wash which is so important." — LeenR

Say it with me: Nine pockets! Yes, nine, including a shoe compartment to keep them separate. Anyone who takes a lot of weekend trips can appreciate a duffel bag like Calpak's Luka duffel, which comes in a bunch of colors and two sizes, depending on how much your recipient needs to pack. The material is water- and scratch-resistant, and the back has a luggage trolley sleeve for easy transportation with a suitcase. The bag can hold up to 25 pounds in the interior and exterior pockets. With a Readers' Choice Award for best luggage from "Condé Nast Traveler" this year, this is a reliable option if you're looking to spend a little more on a travel-friendly gift.