Can you believe that December has arrived already? Yet another year almost over… But if you’re anything like me, there’s still plenty to do in the next few weeks! Sitting high at the top of my to do list is my Christmas shopping – there are presents to buy, cards to write and parcels to send – and the days are flying by. The big day will be here before I know it.
I make no secret of being a bit of a travel-aholic and many of the items on my Christmas wish list this year have been travel related. After searching high and low, in shops and across the Internet, I’ve put together a Christmas gift guide of (luxury) travel items that are fit for any Travelistas out there, both male and female. So let’s get started..
For Her
Aspinal Travel Wallet
I’m sure the majority of trendy travellers would agree with me that Aspinal is the place to go for practical travel accessories. I like to have all my travel documents in one place when I’m off on a trip, so the idea of a travel organiser is just perfect for me. The wallet comes in a variety of colours (along with matching passport covers and luggage tags) but personally, I love this raspberry and blue suede one!
Retails at £125
Image courtesy of Aspinal of London
Portable Charger
I’m sure we’ve all had those moments when your technology gives up on you in the direst of times – whilst taking a picture, publishing a blog or before a long journey when you were relying on your ipod for music. Well no fear, this gorgeous portable charger will be your new best friend as it can charge any device with a USB port. Whether I get this for Christmas or not, it’s something I will definitely be investing in before my next trip!
Retails at £32
Travelling, keeping stylish and staying warm…. three things all rolled into one with this gift! This funky scarf has a map of New York incorporated into the print and for a girl who loves fashion and a girl who travels a lot, something like this is a perfect little gift… even if it’s to just wrap around your handbag while your wandering around exploring a new destination.
Being comfortable whilst travelling is of the utmost importance as is getting a few moments of shut-eye! This Ted Baker travel set, made up of an inflatable neck pillow, eye mask and pouch to keep some bits and pieces in, will help you in your mission of comfort and will keep you looking as trendy as can be. The floral pattern is totally girlie and well-worth owning… So board that flight, put your feet up and relax.
Molton Brown Women’s Travel Luxuries Set
Molton Brown products always go down a treat with me!! I’m sure that you’ll agree that when travelling, a small set of toiletries is very much needed, especially if you end up losing your bag! This brilliant little set comes with everything you need to store in your hand luggage or even for a short weekend break.
Two Tone Classic Watch by Michel Herbelin
Who doesn’t love a classy understated watch?! Whilst this is still a bit of a splurge (a girl can dream though), this lovely swiss Michel Herblin watch in two-tone is a happy medium between designer bling and a proper, solid watch. With this on your wrist there is no chance of being late!
Retails at £495
Image courtesy of Watchshop
Travel in comfort and arrive in style with these gorgeous grey Nike Juvenates. You may think trainers are just for sports but when you are travelling and exploring a new city, it is important to be able to rely on a decent pair of shoes that are not going to leave you with painful feet. These shoes are practical and fashionable – a must for any trendy traveller. Plus a girl can never have too many shoes after all!
Retails at £72
Aspinal Passport Cover
Whilst us girls like things to be bright and beautiful, men’s travel accessories look best when kept simple and elegant. Black with contrast stitching on the outside and a bright, royal blue suede on the inside it is a bright and cheery surprise. With the option of personalisation via initial embossing, the mature and sensible design will make the travelling man look very distinguished. Not all passports were born equal and a trendy traveller deserves the best and more.
Retails at £45
Image courtesy of Aspinal of London
Classic Ray Ban Aviators
Whilst travelling, the thing that most people look forward to is sunshine, but that leads to an issue. What sunglasses do you go for?! Well let’s be honest, no young trendy globetrotter should leave for a trip without their RayBans… Now whilst most people would love to have multiple pairs with colour lenses and different frame colours, the safest starting place is the simple and understated black and stainless mirror aviator. Much like the passport cover, understated is often best.
Retails at £143
Image courtesy of Ray Ban
Sony In-Ear Headphones
No traveller goes anywhere without some music for the flight. Whilst big expensive headphones might look trendy and flash, these Sony in-ear headphones deliver brilliant quality sound with a discrete and simple look not to draw attention to yourself. While I picked them in white, they also come in black and pink so you can accessorizze with your outfits & travel kit ’till your hearts content!
Retails at £9.99
Image courtesy of Argos
Ralph Lauren Aftershave
A man may look the part when he’s on the move, but does he smell the part?! A mans fragrance is a very personal and deliberate choice. When my boyfriend’s favourite fragrance was discontinued, he spent a long time searching for its successor. In the end Red by Ralph Lauren was his choice and it’s starting to feel like he wore nothing else. It’s not over powering, lasts all day long and has a distinct, pleasant smell. A must have indeed!
Retails at £43
Image courtesy of Debenhams
Barbour Leather Holdall
You’ve got everything ready to go and it’s time to head off to your destination. Erm wait, where are you putting all these things? How about this sumptuous leather weekend hold-all. There is a lot to be said to spending money on a bag but a good quality bag like this Barbour bag isn’t a purchase, it’s an investment, treat a bag like this correctly, let it age well and this will be your best travel friend for life! And let’s be honest doesn’t It just look the part…!
Retails at £300
Image courtesy of ASOS
Ted Baker Notebook
So you’re on the plane and a bright idea for a # comes to mind. Quick, grab a pen and write it down… But where? Well every man needs a notepad to hand and this is a jolly good looking one to call upon. Ted Baker make some cracking gifts for travel conscious men…. luggage tags, notepads, pens and wash bags to name just a few and this brogue style notepad certainly looks the part! Any man being seen writing in one of these will be seen as having good style, and the thoughts jotted on the page will be even more of an interesting read…. Who knows where the book will accompany the travelling gent.
Retails at £12.95
Image courtesy of Temptation Gifts
Ted Baker Washbag
Talking of Ted Baker, every man will need to travel with a small toiletries bag/wash bag. Faux leather and tweed always goes down a storm and this couldn’t be any more perfect. With a separate side compartment and a lovely Ted Baker style lining adds just an extra level of cool! At just £15, this is a total bargain, and for such a decent price, who needs just one?!
Retails at £15
Image courtesy of Boots
Planet Earth From Space Cufflinks
Even when hes suited and booted, every man needs to show some character and individuality and accessorizing with cufflinks and ties is the easiest way. If you like sports, wear a sports pair of cufflinks, if you like gaming there are console style cufflinks but what about for the man who loves to travel? Well here’s the perfect solution. These are perfect and will keep your man’s mind on his next adventure even while he’s working the everyday 9-5.
Retails at £28
Image courtesy of Not On The High Street
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So tell me, what do you think of my Christmas gift guide for trendy travellers?
Maybe I’ve provided you with some gift-spiration this year? Let me know in the comment box below, as always I’d love to hear from you.
