41 Best Travel Gifts for Couples 2023 [According to Avid Travelers]

Are you looking for the perfect gift ideas for the adventurous traveling couple in your life, or are you shopping for the perfect travel gift to share with your travel and life partner?

If so, we’ve got you covered with an amazing list of the best travel gifts for couples.

Whether you are looking for travel gift ideas for their wedding or a single gift for a couple for Christmas, this list will take the stress out of the present selection process.

TOP PICKS

• Overall Best Travel Gift for Couples: GoPro HERO11 Black
• Travel Gift Essential: Apple AirTag or Samsung SmartTag
• Gift for Adventurous Couples: Hammock for 2
• Most Practical Gift: Bluetooth Transmitter
• Gifts under $50: Portable Charger
• Getaway Gift for Couples: Southwest Gift Card
• Travel Gifts for Couples who have Everything: Priority Pass Membership

Best Travel Gifts for Couples

1. Travel Bucket List Journal

This bucket list journal is not only for documenting a traveling couple’s adventures, it is packed with bucket list suggestions and tools to help create their own adventures.

The couple can then use this journal to plan future trips and look back on these amazing memories.

2. Matching Luggage Tags

An airline misplacing luggage can be stressful and ruin a vacation especially if it never shows up.

These sturdy tags will help the airline identify your luggage so that they can send it to the proper destination.

These matching luggage tags also make it super easy to spot your bags on the baggage carousel.

3. Stainless Steel Wine Opener

Traveling with a wine opener is a must for any couple that enjoys drinking wine or needs a way to pop open some local beers wherever they are in the world.

This is a perfect wedding gift for a traveling couple as it is great for local adventures like picnics, camping, and entertaining guests at home.

This sommelier-grade wine opener is as elegant as it is beautiful.

4. Airport Lounge Membership

A Priority Pass membership will give your couple access to over 1300 lounges in 600 cities in 148 countries.

They will be treated to upscale seating areas complete with a selection of complimentary food and beverages.

The lounges are equipped with private bathrooms, free wifi, and all the outlets to keep their devices charged up between flights.

These lounges are a little piece of tranquility away from the madness that exists in the rest of the airport.

5. His & Her Matching Backpacks

Why drag a suitcase when you can wear a backpack that gives the flexibility to travel almost anywhere.

Not only do these bags pack easily, but they also meet most airlines’ carry-on requirements which save on baggage fees.

These backpacks make the best gifts for traveling couples so they can breeze through the airport and get onto their amazing adventures. His Matching Backpack

6. Travel Scrapbook

This is the perfect travel gift idea for a couple that wants a unique way to store and display the photos from their adventures.

With 60 pages, this scrapbook can either be used for a single trip like a honeymoon or can become a photo journal of their biggest and most exciting trips as a couple.

7. Travel Book

This book by National Geographic is the ultimate travel book covering 225 of the best travel destinations in the world.

Your favorite couple can dream about their travel plans together and get inspiration from this book’s amazing photography and write-ups about each location.

And if they love visiting National Parks in US, these books about National Parks would be perfect for them.

8. Passport Holders

These personalized passport holders for couples are the gift of knowing that their documents and information will be safe and secure.

They are water-resistant so they will protect their passport and CDC-issued vaccination card from getting damaged.

It also protects them from identity theft using RFID-blocking technology. Customize with their photo for a personal touch.

9. World Map

Of all of these personalized travel gifts for couples, this one is the best for allowing them to document their previous adventures while also being a conversation starter.

This large wall world map is made of wood and includes pins that can be added as the traveling couple visits each new country.

Gifts for Adventurous Couples

10. Hammock for 2

Just because a couple is an adventurous type, does not mean that they are not also romantic.

Why not combine the two with this portable hammock for two that can be hung anywhere that there are two trees close by.

They can hike to the top of a mountain and cuddle up in their hammock on the way down. This is also a great way to relax on a camping trip.

11. Collapsible Water Bottle

The unique design allows this water bottle to be used as a handheld with a built-in strap, and it can also be collapsed for transport for travel.

We fell in love with our Nomader water bottles because they held up to the countless days on the trails and the rigors of traveling to over 30 countries around the globe.

The bottle is also legitimately drip-proof, which ensured that when we put the water bottles in our backpack that our gear would not get wet.

The gift of a pair of these water bottles will ensure that the couple in your life will never have to go thirsty, no matter what adventure they go on.

12. Microfiber Towel

These fast-drying towels are incredibly handy anytime an adventure calls for swimming, hiking, yoga, or camping.

The towels roll up into their own compression bag that is light and takes up very little room compared to a traditional towel.

This is a great gift for travelers as they also work great for backpackers, as most hostels do not provide a towel.

13. Dry Bag

This 20-liter waterproof bag is the perfect solution for keeping that cell phone, camera, extra clothes, and documents dry when heading out for adventures ranging from kayaking to a diving trip.

This dry bag has a lot of room for storage but can also be rolled up making it easy to pack without taking up to much room.

Check out this hand-selected list to see more waterproof dry bags.

14. GoPro / Action Camera

Whether that adventurous couple is headed to Brazil to hang glide or is learning to surf in the Philippines, this Go Pro Hero 11 Black is ready to film all the action with its industry-leading stabilization and high-resolution video quality.

This travel camera is a great gift idea for couples and has an endless amount of accessories that can allow it to be used for everything from deep-sea diving to making vlogs for their youtube channel.

15. Drone

Whether the couple in your life is an aspiring vlogger or is just really into making high-quality videos about their adventures, a drone is a must.

This flying camera allows for locations around the globe to be seen from a different perspective that was never possible before.

This opens up the door to a whole new creative approach to making travel videos. 

Gifts Under $50

16. Portable Coffee Press

When traveling to most destinations in the world, it is almost guaranteed that the travelers will run into the dreaded jet lag.

On top of that, access to amazing coffee is not always a given even in places that grow the beans.

Give the gift of having freshly brewed coffee almost anywhere they travel with this innovative coffee press that produces between 1 to 3 cups of coffee.

17. Luggage Scale

As some airlines are stricter than others, it’s best to be safe and not gamble on whether bags will come in under the weight limit.

This luggage scale can prevent the dreaded repacking of bags at the check-in counter or having to pay extra fees.

This might not be the sexiest travel gift, but it can save a lot of headaches and stress that can start a trip off on the wrong foot.

18. Travel Wine Bottle Protectors

This set of super absorbent wine bottle bags is designed to suck up 750 ml of wine which is the entire amount of liquid in a standard bottle of wine.

Just stick the special bottle in the sealed reusable bag and place it between layers of clothes inside of the suitcase. A simple yet practical travel gift for couples.

19. Anti-theft Bag Locks

These TSA-approved baggage locks are the perfect way to secure the couples’ luggage and reduce the stress of their personal belonging actually arriving at the destination.

These locks also serve the purpose of being able to lock up luggage when their room is being cleaned or if they need to store their bags before a flight.

20. Selfie Stick/Tripod

Just because the setting is just right for that perfect couple photo, it doesn’t mean that there will be someone there to take the shot.

That’s why this all-in-one compact selfie stick/tripod is one of the best gifts for couples who travel and it even includes its own remote.

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Gifts for Traveling Couples: The Essentials

21. Document Organizer

This all-in-one document organizer has all the storage a couple could need with 2 passport slots, a pocket for boarding passes, zippered money pockets, a key holder, card slots, and a pen holder.

Security comes in the form of RFID scan blocking along with a durable waterproof nylon cover that will keep documents dry and safe.

Make getting through security and immigration at the airport a breeze by keeping documents all in one place.

22. Money Belt

Pickpockets and petty thieves are on the hunt for unsuspecting travelers in cities from London to Hanoi.

The best defense is one of these money belts that are designed to be worn under your clothes where it is nearly impossible for a pickpocket to access.

This is a great travel gift for a couple to give them some security and peace of mind while enjoying the sights.

23. Power Bank

Cell phones, laptops, and tablets are a critical part of travel for everything from getting directions to watching their favorite shows on a long bus ride or plane flight.

This is only as good as their ability to keep their devices charged.

This high-speed power bank has a massive 20,000 mAh of backup power that is capable of charging most cell phones up to five times from empty.

24. Power Adapter

There is nothing worse than showing up to a destination and realizing that the plugs on your devices do not match the wall sockets.

That’s why this travel adapter makes the perfect gift for couples who love to travel as it is a must for most destinations in the world.

This universal travel adapter comes with 13 different plugs covering almost every country in the world.

25. Packing Cubes

Give the gift of organization and clothes that stay nicely folded and semi-wrinkle-free.

If there is one travel gift every traveler would love, it would be these packing cubes.

Not only do these bags keep your backpack or suitcase from spiraling into chaos, but they also make packing easy as they compress your clothes to about 2/3rds of their original width. 

26. Matching Neck Pillows

The last thing any couple needs is to be grumpy when they arrive at their destination because they barely slept on the plane.

Or even worse, they end up with a kink in the neck which ruins the first portion of their honeymoon or vacation.

These inflatable neck pillows are easy to store between flights and allow the user to sleep in several positions due to their wrap-around design.

Getaway Gifts for Couples

27. Personal Travel Photographer

This is one of the best travel gifts for couples going on their honeymoon or a special getaway.

Flytographer connects travelers with local professional photographers that are ready to capture those special moments.

They help you get comfortable in front of the camera and are well versed in the best backdrops that only a local would know.

28. A One-Night Stay for Two

This open-ended gift from Tinggly allows for the couple to dream up where and when they want to go.

They can select the hotel from a list of over 2000 in 100 cities around the globe.

This thoughtful gift for couples is great for a mini-vacation or they can save it for a special occasion like an anniversary or birthday getaway.

Travel Gifts for Couples who have Everything

29. Food Experience Gift Card

If you are looking for trip gifts for couples that love food, this is perfect. A Tinggly food experiences gift card is a world of delicious possibilities in a single gift.

The couple will be able to select a food experience from a list of over 200 options in gastronomic cities around the world.

Whether they want a culinary tour of Chinatown in San Francisco or a cooking class in Chiang Mai Thailand, there is something for every couple of food lovers.

30. Airline Gift Card

Give the gift of airfare to destinations across the United States, Central America, the Caribbean, and Mexico.

Let that couple dream and plan their perfect vacation where they can get away and enjoy some quality time together.

The best part is that Southwest Airlines does not charge for checked bags, so the whole gift card goes to their tickets.

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31. Bluetooth Tracker

These Apple AirTags will let the couple track their luggage from the time they check their bags all the way to the baggage carousel.

If there are two bags that look the same, they offer the option to play a sound on the built-in speaker so they don’t end up with someone else’s clothes.

These Bluetooth trackers made our last trip to Thailand stress-free as we knew that if our bags didn’t arrive, we could easily find out where they landed and ensure that they get to our destination.

Give the gift of peace of mind with a set of Air Tags. If they don’t have an iPhone, you can get them these Samsung SmartTags instead.

32. Bluetooth Transmitter

This Twelve South AirFly Pro plugs into the headphone jack and produces its own signal that then connects directly to the couple’s noise-canceling headphones or earbuds.

What we loved most about this Bluetooth transmitter is that it allowed both of us to watch the same show together.

Your favorite traveling couple will love not having to listen to terrible sound quality on a flight.

33. Noise Canceling Headphones

These headphones are great for tuning out the engine noise of the plane, and they produce high-quality sound for watching movies or listening to their favorite band.

They have helped us get some sleep on more than a few flights with screaming babies sitting in our section.

The best thing about these earphones is that with a single charge, they can be listened to the entire flight to anywhere in the world and back without having to recharge.

34. Cocktail Kit Gift Set

This cocktail kit works as simple as opening a packet, adding the liquor and a cube of ice, and drinks are served.

This is not just for airline flights, as it offers the option of a celebratory cocktail that can be enjoyed in their hotel room.

We particularly enjoyed the tropical set, which helped get us to get warmed up for our adventure to the beaches of Thailand.  

This unique gift for couples is like traveling with a bartender in your carry-on luggage.

35. Unique Card Game for Couples

Help the smitten couple get to know each other better while playing this fun card game that will bring them closer together.

This creative card game will provide them with hours of entertainment on long flights and while sitting by the pool enjoying some time together.

The traveling couple is sure to come home from their trip with a deeper connection and with a stronger knowledge of why they fell head over heels for their partner.

36. Portable Wash Bag

This gift offers the ability to easily wash dirty clothes in their hotel room and will help them save money and time by not having to check bags.

We loved this portable wash bag because it allows us to quickly and cleanly get salt water or chlorine out of swim trunks and bikinis. 

This easy-to-use watertight wash bag eliminates washing clothes in the bathroom sink, and it also saves a lot of water compared to traditional washing machines.

37. Eye Mask

During any long flight, it helps to eat and sleep on the destination’s schedule, but that can be hard to do if the sun is blaring through the cabin windows.

An eye mask is a perfect trick for turning out the lights, no matter what time of day it is.

What we liked most about this eye mask was that it is ergonomically designed to cover our eyes without any pressure.

Help the couple in your life arrive rested and ready for adventure on their next vacation or getaway.

38. Travel Camera

This special gift is perfect for the traveling couple that loves photography and is interested in making 4k videos of their adventures.

They might even be aspiring vloggers or travel bloggers that are excited to kick off their careers as travel adventurers.

This is rated as the best travel camera by the digital camera world for its great performance in a compact size.

39. Matching Luggage Set

Luggage sets are the perfect gift for those that love to travel but are now traveling as a couple.

The set can be used for almost any trip or vacation for years to come ranging from a weekend getaway to a long vacation.

The set comes in four sizes that all have telescoping aluminum handles and 360 spinning wheels for easy maneuverability.

Each bag also comes with an attached TSA-approved lock that will keep their belongings secure.

40. Travel Clothesline

This amazing travel accessory is easily packable and requires no clothespins to hang up wet clothes.

We found ourselves stringing this up anywhere we stay, from the balcony of a hotel room to the bathroom shower curtain rod.

This is one of those travel gifts that couples do not know they need until they realize that their hotel room only has a few hangers.

This simple but thoughtful gift offers couples an answer to help prevent arriving home with mildew-smelling clothes. 

41. Hotel Gift Card

A Hotels.com gift card is the perfect gift for couples that love to travel and want to choose their own adventure.

They can use the gift card to book rooms wherever they are inspired to travel, and it offers the

Whether they love a house on the beach or a mountain ski chalet, Hotels.com has amazing, highly reviewed properties across America.

Wrap-Up: Best Travel Gifts Couples

• Overall Best Travel Gift for Couples: GoPro HERO11 Black
• Travel Gift Essential: Apple AirTag or Samsung SmartTag
• Gift for Adventurous Couples: Hammock for 2
• Most Practical Gift: Bluetooth Transmitter
• Gifts under $50: Portable Charger
• Getaway Gift for Couples: Southwest Gift Card
• Travel Gifts for Couples who have Everything: Priority Pass Membership

This list of the best travel gifts for couples is complete with presents that range from keeping their belongings safe while on the road to the gift of travel to destinations around the globe. 

With these 41 gifts for travel couples, you will certainly have no problem selecting the perfect gift for the newlyweds or the loving couple in your life. 

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