Stocking fillers to splurges: 20 present ideas for travel lovers
Still looking for the perfect present for the travel lover in your life? Then you’ve come to the right place.
We’ve done all the hard work for you – choose from our carefully curated list and watch their face light up on Christmas morning.
The gift of travel
Wish your family abroad visited more? Have a friend who deserves a break? Want to drop a hint to your other half? Then an Aer Lingus gift voucher is the perfect present. Available in Euro, Sterling or US Dollars, you can buy Aer Lingus gift vouchers in denominations from 25 to 500.
Life through rose-tinted lenses
When you’re picking up a present for a sun-worshipper, there’s one guaranteed win. A pair of really nice sunglasses. If you’re flying with Aer Lingus, check out the Cara Boutique selection. We particularly love the gorgeous pair of Seksy Rocks (€65) embellished with Swarovski crystals.
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Eco-friendly brand Tens carry a great line of prescription and non-prescription sunglasses. These classic unisex styles have lenses that mimic Instagram filters. Want to know the best bit? There’s an end of line sale on now, with prices from €45.
Pack your bags
Everyone knows a good bag can make a huge difference to a trip. For stylish flyers, a roomy handbag is a must. We love the Becky Tote (€269) by Irish company Theo & George.
People who travel for work need a bag that’s light, practical and hardwearing. The minimalist Icon Lite Pack (€100) by Incase ticks all those boxes.
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Fancy a drink? Make mine reusable
For anyone who lives for their morning caffeine fix, a Keep Cup would be a very welcome present. You can design your own (from €17) to make it even more thoughtful.
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It’s time to listen up
We all know someone who’s addicted to podcasts, listens to tunes non-stop or who always has the radio on (shout out to Christmas FM for keeping us going all December).
Enhance their listening experience this Christmas with a pair of great headphones. Perfect for zoning out on a flight, Sennheiser HD 4.20s (€80) have crystal clear sound, an-inbuilt microphone and a folding headband for smarter storage.
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Let the games begin
Know a frequent flier who loves video games? Looking for a way to keep the kids quiet on a long trip? Then the Nintendo Switch with Mario Kart 8 (€329) is what you’re looking for.
This is a very generous Christmas present, but it does provide endless entertainment. Hook the console up to your TV for gaming at home and continue your game anywhere with the handheld device. If you want other game ideas, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (€65) and Super Mario Odyssey (€50) come highly recommended.
Take a leaf out of these books
This Christmas, give the wanderer in your life a travel book with a difference. Foodies will devour Where Chefs Eat (€28) and bookworms will get lost in the quirky Literary Landscapes (€20).
