A universal selection of gift ideas for any occasion and occasion. Surprise your friends and loved ones! ;)
Mountain conqueror - climber
If your friend is a mountain climber, you will have to try and give him something that will make his journey even more interesting or comfortable. I would not recommend donating equipment - if a person is involved in mountaineering professionally, then most likely he already has everything he needs. And equipment is usually selected according to size.
- Special shoes with anti-slip soles.
- Flashlight.
- A book about summit conquerors. Here are just a few that will please your friend and demonstrate your attentiveness to his hobby: “Climbing Ballad” by A. Ortin, “Night on the Ridge of Ushba” by Kh. N. Tegkaev, “Bezengi Gorge” by B. A. Garf.
- Sleeping bag. Very often, climbers spend the night at one of the conquered stages of the mountains. Therefore, a warm, comfortable sleeping bag will be a wonderful manifestation of care.
- Thermal underwear. You can’t go mountaineering without it, because sometimes you have to overcome difficulties high in the mountains at very low temperatures.
- Gloves.
- Karimat. An excellent thing that allows you to sit on cold stones and ground even at low temperatures.
- Convenient dishes. The hike is a hike, and lunch is on schedule. Therefore, try to choose branded dishes that fold very compactly and weigh minimally.
We're going, we're going, we're going
Despite the fact that many of us associate a tourist with a backpack and hiking in the mountains, there may be other options. I have a lot of friends who love to travel by car, discovering new places. Therefore, for such car travelers, I would advise choosing practical things that will make any trip comfortable.
- Neck pillow. This is simply a chic and irreplaceable thing if you have to take a nap in the car. Believe me, I have tried it on myself several times and I am very grateful to my friend for such a gift. I especially like the inflatable version - it fits in the glove compartment, and, if necessary, can provide a full-fledged pillow, giving travelers rest.
- Thermos. Well, where would we be without him! Moreover, there are options for drinks, and you can also give motorists bulk options for home lunches and dinners.
- Picnic set. Yes, you can’t take it on a hiking trip, since it’s a very heavy backpack, but if your friends or loved one is a fan of relaxing in the lap of nature, then he will certainly appreciate this stylish set, which has everything you might need on a picnic .
- GPS navigator. This is simply an indispensable assistant on any hike.
- An indispensable thing on any trip or hike will be a multifunctional shovel, which in a matter of seconds turns into a pickaxe, saw, or opener. No matter what problem happens on the road or on a picnic, this shovel will become an indispensable assistant. In addition, it also has a compass, without which tourists can’t go anywhere.
- Sleep masks.
- Convenient organizer for your car. Anyone who has traveled for weeks in a car knows that already on the second day it is difficult to find glasses, a phone, a map, etc. To ensure that everything is in its place and always at hand, give such a practical thing.
Choosing a gift for a water driver
Oh, this is a separate subspecies of tourists who cannot imagine their life without the sea, lakes, rivers... Romance! What to give such a tourist?
- Flippers;
- Scuba;
- Special shoes for coral reefs;
- Thermal protective suit;
- Thermal underwear;
- Water glasses;
- Waterproof case.
The journey has a beginning, the journey has no end
Still, I am a supporter of hiking. Well, there is a certain romance in this: songs with a guitar by the fire, sleeping in the open air in a sleeping bag and dozens of kilometers traveled. If among your friends and loved ones there are the same romantics and adventurers, then you will please them with the following gifts:
- Multi-tool. Everything that makes life easier and hiking more comfortable. This could be a set of openers, a folding knife, a folding ax, etc.
- Burner. Very helpful at the end of the day to prepare a hot dinner.
- Tent.
- Sleeping bag.
- Backpack. Choose according to the type of hike. If a person likes one or two day hikes, then there is no need to take more than 15 liters. For experienced hikers, choose from 35 liters.
- Set of camping utensils. It is best to choose titanium. It weighs minimally, heats up quickly on the burner and does not burn your hands.
- Headlamp. A very convenient thing when you have to make your way through a thicket or climb a mountain. Helps free your hands and illuminates exactly the area where you are looking.
- Thermal underwear. An indispensable item on any trip. Especially for areas where even in summer at night the temperature drops to 10-15 degrees.
- Sneakers. What can I say - this is the most important thing for a tourist, so choose the most convenient ones so that the trip is not spoiled.
- Camera. It would be a great idea to give it as a gift along with a thermal cover, so that even in rainy weather it will be reliably protected.
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A huge selection of a wide variety of gift ideas for tourists, travelers, and indeed any person leading an active lifestyle. Each idea has a short description and lots of pictures. Unlike most collections, this is not a bunch of links to a famous Chinese online store, here is only what can really be useful to a tourist.
1. Khoba
I described what this thing is in a separate article. Hoba is really useful, the only thing is that most likely your tourist already has it, but you shouldn’t go further right away, because you can give an unusual hoba. For example, with an interesting design that can be applied in a good printing workshop. Or buy an expensive hob from a well-known company like Themarest, which makes convenient folding options, and if you need an inexpensive gift, then a folding hob can also be found in Chinese online stores.
2. Buff
This is such a convenient bandana - scarf - pipe (perhaps I’ll also write about it separately). The buff has many uses, and even if the person you are going to give the gift to already has one, a second and even a third one will never hurt. In addition, buffs are made in a huge number of colors, so you can always choose something interesting, and there are also warm buffs, summer ones, and even something in between.
3. Multi-tool
Small pocket tools with a variety of functions. The gift is primarily for men, but there are also girls who take small multitools with them on hikes. With such tools you can repair equipment, open canned food, and so on and so forth, it all depends on the equipment of a particular model. There are both very cheap options and very expensive tools from famous brands.
4. Water bottle
For tourists, storing and transporting water is a very important issue, so a good container will not hurt anyone. You can find different options: from folding plastic bottles to aluminum flasks with interesting prints. The cost of bottles will depend on the quality of materials, the presence of antibacterial coatings, etc.
5. Water filter
Helps clean the liquid from harmful and even dangerous impurities and bacteria. There are quite a few types of filters; consultants in stores will help you figure it out. One thing is for sure - sooner or later this filter will definitely come in handy for tourists, because in some regions there may be serious problems with water.
6. Drinking system
Another device for water. Drinking systems, in addition to the main flask in which water is stored, are equipped with special hoses and drinking bowls for drinking while driving. This is a specific item and is not suitable for all tourists; it is advisable to find out in advance whether a person needs one.
7. Gas burner
8. Cutting torch
Not the most necessary thing, but sometimes it may be needed. They call it a cutter to distinguish it from burners, but in fact, many cutters are not capable of cutting anything, at most melting some metals. For a tourist, the cutter can be useful for starting a fire or other household needs, somewhere in the country or at a campsite.
9. Stove - wood chipper
This is also a kind of burner, but it works on small wood - chips and branches. Most often, this is a collapsible structure made of metal plates, which is packed in some kind of thick case. An interesting thing that can be useful in conditions where it is impossible to find gas or gasoline or on very long hikes to save weight. It is interesting as a gift, since few tourists already have it.
10. Oven with electricity generator
There are stoves that have a battery and a USB input for charging gadgets: they use the heat of the fire, converting it into electricity. Basically, such stoves are made on the basis of wood chips, but there are also gas burners. A very unusual gift. Some wood chippers add a small fan to increase the flame, creating a so-called turbo stove.
11. Gas adapter
A very small, completely inexpensive, but useful thing. There are actually a lot of adapters, but here I mean the one that allows you to pump gas from cheap collet cylinders to more expensive and scarce small threaded cylinders. I have already ordered one for myself from a well-known Chinese online store, when it arrives I will do a short review.
12. Gas cylinder recycler
Another small useful accessory. A small piece of iron is screwed onto the used cylinder and presses on the valve, releasing the remaining gas. There is a spike on the bottom, press on it, pierce it in several places and calmly flatten the balloon. This is necessary so that the used cylinder does not take up much space in the backpack, because you definitely need to take it with you, and only a complete idiot would throw it away in nature.
13. Mosquito repellent gadget
There are different types of devices that help repel annoying insects. Devices with replaceable chemical elements - tablets or plates - work more efficiently than others. As a gift, this is an interesting thing; not everyone will spend their money on such a thing, but receiving it as a gift is nice.
14. Catalytic heating pad
A small device will warm you up during the cold season. The heating pad runs on technical gasoline, which can be purchased at any hardware store. It works without an open flame and can be safely placed in pockets or shoes if there is free space.
15. Certificate for a travel store
A very simple option: you shift the headache of choosing a gift to the recipient.
16. Certificate for a fishing store
If your tourist has everything for hiking, perhaps he has a need for fishing supplies. In addition, in many fishing stores the range of tourist equipment is no less, if not more.
17. Certificate for photo printing
Perhaps your friend has accumulated gigabytes of photographs, but never gets around to printing them. You can give a good incentive to bring digital files to life or order the print yourself.
18. Certificate for sports activities
A tourist in the city is a sad person, he needs some kind of activity. Give him a certificate for classes in the pool, at a climbing wall, trampoline jumping, in a wind tunnel, or, at worst, in a fitness club. Just look at what is offered in your city and go ahead and get a certificate.
19. Certificate for a hike
The most logical gift for a hiking lover! However, try to find out whether your tourist likes unfamiliar companies and commercial trips; perhaps he is used to doing everything himself.
20. Board game about travel
Nowadays there are a lot of interesting board games, especially in the adventure genre. This tabletop will help brighten up passive days in the city.
21. Hermetic bags
Water-resistant packaging for various equipment. This could be a small transparent case for a smartphone, small bags for various small items, medium sealed bags for clothes or large sealed bags for packing things on alloys.
22. Compression bag
Such bags help reduce the transport volume of clothing and equipment. There are very good options with silicone impregnation for additional protection from moisture, with a valve for bleeding air, and even with a membrane bottom through which air passes, but water is retained.
23. Bag for things
Large convenient bags for transporting things and equipment. Many brands offer hermetic bags with their beautiful logos and original designs. In most cases, these trunks are easy to wash, they are strong and durable.
24. Flashlight
A very important piece of equipment for any tourist. As a gift, this is a convenient thing. Firstly, a person may not have one at all, then the simplest headlamp will do, it will be enough for the first time. Secondly, you can choose a very high-quality expensive flashlight, which will become a very solid gift. Thirdly, even if a tourist has a good flashlight, you can choose another model that your friend does not have, for example, a manual long-range one or, conversely, an ultra-light emergency one, etc.
25. Diffuser case for flashlight
Petzl offers an interesting accessory for its headlamps. This is a case that not only protects the expensive flashlight during transportation, but also serves as a convenient diffuser. The case with the lantern inside can be placed on a table or hung in a tent; for this there is a special hook with an elastic band.
26. Rechargeable batteries
A very useful thing in the household. There is almost always a gadget in which the batteries constantly need to be changed. Rechargeable batteries not only save money, but also help the environment by reducing the number of batteries thrown away. The main thing is to choose the right size. As a gift, this is a useful thing, and high-quality batteries can cost a considerable amount.
27. Battery charger
Based on the previous idea, you can think about high-quality charging for batteries. There are universal options suitable for different types of batteries, so-called smart charges. They help monitor the charging process and extend the life of the batteries.
28. Solar panel
When traveling, when there is no electricity at hand, batteries and gadgets will help charge solar panels. Cheap options have a right to exist, but most likely only to try the convenience of this charging method. Good panels that can charge complex devices cost a lot of money, which, however, justifies the size of the gift.
29. Folding backpack
Tiny backpacks that fit into a pocket when folded can be useful both in the city and when traveling, when you don’t need to carry the main backpack with you. For example, for radial excursions on a hike or for walking around the city after checking into a hotel.
30. Folding chair
A small folding chair can be useful for simple hikes or road trips. Some models fold very compactly and weigh little enough to take on a hiking trip. Other chairs can be as comfortable as a sofa at home, but they are only really useful for road trips and camping.
31. Folding table
Folding tables are widely used in auto tourism, during simple rafting and camping, but there are also ultra-light semi-rigid options for those who like comfort while hiking.
32. Camping pillow
There are many tourists who cannot sleep without a pillow. If your friend is like this, give him a special hiking option. There are many different options, both inflatable and with a special filler that is compact for transportation. For example, a pillow from Thermarest.
33. Scratch map
This is a card on which a special layer is applied, like on lottery tickets. On the map, you can erase the places your traveler has visited, thereby revealing a lower, usually more colorful layer.
34. Topographic map
A more familiar map, but what traveler doesn’t like to look at them? You can give a huge wall-sized map of the world or, for example, a detailed map of your region or the place your tourist dreams of going to.
35. Tourist literature
There are a huge number of travel books, all kinds of atlases, guidebooks and other information and entertainment literature on the topic of tourism, you just need to come to the bookstore and find the right department.
36. E-book
Probably already a banal thing for a gift list, however, it does not lose its relevance, especially for tourists and travelers. Books using so-called electronic ink are especially good because they hold a battery charge for a very long time.
37. Print magazine subscription
Good old-fashioned print publications can still be found on newsstands. Perhaps your friend wouldn’t buy them himself, but he probably wouldn’t refuse to receive a subscription to a certain number of publications, for example, about travel, as a gift. I remember well how Anyuta gave me an annual subscription to Digital Photo magazine. The magazine is no longer in print, but my issues lie on the shelf, and every time I pick them up they fill me with inspiration.
38. Tape
In recent years, a popular topic is taping. This is a special tape that is used to seal important muscles and areas of the body in order to better cope with stress during hikes and competitions. If a tourist knows what it is and actively uses it, a roll of another special tape will definitely come in handy, since it is a consumable material and not the cheapest.
39. Hiking belt
On tourist belts, the buckle is often designed so that it can be fixed in any position. This is convenient during long hikes, when the set of clothes often changes and the tourist can lose significant weight, and in some cases, and vice versa, gain size.
40. Down vest
Unlike other clothes, a vest can be selected by knowing only approximate dimensions. Tourists love light and compact things that can keep them warm on cold days. Bright vests with modern lightweight materials look especially cool.
41. Titanium cookware
An expensive gift option that is unlikely to leave any tourist indifferent. Such dishes are practical, durable and very light in weight.
42. Silicone cookware
The advantages of silicone cookware are that they can be folded compactly and do not burn your hands. There are even collapsible pans that can be used on burners because they have a special metal bottom.
43. Set of dishes
Special compact sets of dishes will also appeal to many tourists. They come in a variety of configurations with different contents. Some are minimalistic and suitable for light vehicles, others, on the contrary, include a maximum of items for outdoor recreation in a large company - it all depends on the preferences of the tourist and your budget.
44. Thermos
A good thermos never hurts. You can also find an inexpensive model if your friend doesn’t already have a thermos, but it’s better to choose something beautiful and of high quality, since today the choice of thermoses in stores is very good. Special attention should be paid to light and compact thermoses, which are loved not only by tourists, but also by those who lead an active lifestyle in the city. Anyuta, for example, never leaves home without her beautiful Zojirushi thermos.
45. Signal of a hunter with cartridges
If you are worried about your tourist, give him a product that increases safety. A simple hunter's signal can be useful in an emergency to attract attention or scare away animals in the wild.
46. Supply of camp food
There are special ready-made hiking snacks or even full lunches, dinners and breakfasts. You can order an expensive imported version to please a tourist or stock up on our domestic counterparts for the whole summer; in any case, it will be a very practical gift. There is even a ready-made kit option that costs $450-$500, good for almost 200 meals, and they have really cool dishes with a shelf life of 25 years.
47. Dryer for vegetables and meat
Equipment for preparing camp food at home. In such dryers, you can sublimate (free from water) fruits, vegetables or meat to reduce their weight and transportation volume.
48. Ecological camping soap
A good thing that helps the environment. In tourist shops you can find soap, shampoo and dishwashing detergent that do not harm the environment. Few people are willing to buy them for themselves, so this is a good thing as a gift.
49. Hiking kits for girls
A girl’s usual cosmetic bag is something bulky and heavy, so you can choose a special traveling set. If you are a man, then it is better to consult with girls you know or store clerks, which may come in handy, but the main principle is compactness and light weight of accessories. Or you can choose a special set of small jars and dispensers without contents, into which a girl can place her favorite cosmetics and hygiene products.
50. Scoop for dirty deeds
In all seriousness, a necessary thing. Do you remember what the forest and clearings around popular tourist sites look like? Remember those minefields? So, in order to stop the spread of groups of people, each tourist needs to be given a special scoop. In America, for example, tourists walking along national trails wear them without fail. He dug a hole, hid the treasure and no one will ever see it - everyone is happy. In terms of a gift, it’s fun and useful, in addition, you can get confused and find a titanium, folding, super-light and durable scoop, or just buy a Fiskars scoop (a company familiar to many tourists that makes good axes, saws and knives). In the near future, this accessory may even become mandatory -
51. Carbine
A good carbine can come in handy at any time; some examples cost a lot of money, and some options on a modest budget meet international safety standards. If you want to give a carabiner as a gift for insurance, be sure to consult with the seller whether the selected item is suitable for this.
52. Tourist-themed jewelry
A good gift for your better half. Now there are many options in stores, from skillfully made silver mini-jewels to small keychains in the form of backpacks and other attributes of tourist life.
53. Item made of wood
What kind of tourist doesn’t love natural materials? I think all nature lovers love wood products. You can give a nice wooden plate for fruit, a shelf in the shape of mountains, or just a cutting board made of solid oak. A wooden thing will always remind a tourist of the beauty of living nature. We have two whole shelves at home, which were made by our close friends - Two Souls Custom
54. Compact towel
A special camping towel folds compactly and dries quickly; this can be found in specialized travel stores.
55. Gaiters – “Lanterns”
A very useful accessory for protecting shoes from debris, stones, snow or water. There are heavy options for maximum protection, and there are lightweight, elastic gaiters for running shoes.
56. Gloves, mittens
According to statistics, gloves are the most lost item of clothing, which means they can come in very handy as a gift. In addition, you can find unusual gloves, for example: heated ones, or vice versa, ultra-light, super-breathable ones. You can find options with an index finger sensitive to touch screens or choose expensive, high-quality mittens for high-altitude mountaineering.
57. Good compass
I emphasize - good! There is no point in buying a cheap compass-like device. If you decide to give a useful item, then try to find a compass that will not only correctly point north, but will also be durable and easy to use. In this case, I am sure that the tourist will be happy with the gift, even if he does not actively use it.
58. Wallet
In travel stores you can find interesting options for wallets for an active lifestyle: some will be waterproof, some are simply made in the style of outdoor equipment, and some can be worn under clothes, hidden from the nimble hands of ill-wishers.
59. Bags for small items
They produce a lot of different handbags for tourists. The most popular are the so-called travel bags and first aid kits. Travel bags are bags for toiletries; they often contain an unbreakable mirror and a hook for hanging, which is very convenient when hiking and traveling. There are also interesting bags for electronics, chargers, batteries, navigators, and so on.
60. Monocular or binoculars
A tourist is a curious creature; he loves to look into the farthest corners. Sometimes binoculars can help in planning difficult routes when passing through mountain passes or help find lost comrades. Of course, high-quality enlargers cost a lot of money, but as a gift you can also find something simpler, so to speak, to demonstrate the capabilities.
61. Thermal or trekking socks
Another useful accessory that absolutely any person leading an active lifestyle needs. The trekking sock is distinguished by increased strength and reinforcement in the right places, as well as a well-thought-out design that does not rub your feet during movement. Thermal socks help to better remove excess moisture, although for a real effect, tourist shoes must also breathe or transport moisture into a special layer.
62. Downy chuni
The thing is similar to a sock, only much more voluminous and worn without shoes. Chuni will come in handy for a tourist, and even more so for a tourist whose feet are constantly cold. And in general, this simple thing can significantly increase the comfort of overnight stays at low temperatures, and some people are happy to wear them at home in winter.
63. Mosquito hat
In regions with a large number of blood-sucking insects, this is a useful accessory. This is, in fact, an ordinary hat with a brim to which a mesh is attached. When choosing a cheap option, be sure to try it on and look through the mesh; some use colored fabric, which is very difficult to look through.
64. Trekking poles
An indispensable item for most hikes. Poles relieve the load on the knees and, in general, better distribute the energy consumption of a walking person, and when he is wearing a heavy backpack, this is doubly necessary. It would be a very good option as a gift. There are both cheap options and high-tech lightweight models of poles for a significant amount.
65. Pegs and other tent accessories
I don’t suggest giving a tent as a gift, because this is a rather complicated option; it’s difficult to understand which tent a particular person needs. But you can find additional accessories. The simplest option is tent pegs, they come in different shapes and sizes and are made from different materials. You can give cool titanium stakes or just a set of spare V-shaped rigid stakes, since they often get lost. There are other options: a protective floor (selected for a specific tent), a set of guy ropes with convenient clip-extensions (there are interesting options in stores, but more often on the Internet) or impregnation for the outer awning of the tent.
66. Poncho tent
A very interesting item, not often purchased by our tourists. To put it roughly, it is a piece of waterproof fabric with a hole and a hood for the head. When unfolded, it can be used as an awning, stretched between trees or mounted on trekking poles. There are ultra-light options made from expensive fabrics, and there are simple, cheaper models.
67. Pocket saw
Also a great thing for a tourist. If you need a gift for a person who walks in a group, look at a chain saw; it is packaged in a compact box and, if necessary, two people can cut even large logs quite quickly. You can choose an option for singles: pocket folding saws can replace an ax when there is no need to make a large fire and there are enough thick branches for cooking.
68. Impregnations for washing technical clothes
If your friend has membrane clothes or shoes, you can give them special care products. This is a consumable item and will always come in handy for a tourist with good clothes. Just take good products (Nikwax or Grangers, for example) so as not to ruin your friend’s expensive item. Read more about
69. Sunglasses with UV protection
Good glasses cost a lot of money, but if that doesn't stop you, you can make a really nice gift. Glasses with real UV protection are sold only in specialized stores; check the protection class and read about the manufacturer before making a purchase. The need for good protection is for those tourists who go to high mountains (above 3000 m), where ultraviolet radiation increases significantly and can damage the organs of vision.
70. Avalanche shovel
A good and useful accessory for winter hiking. A high-quality avalanche blade will last a long time, the main thing is not to skimp, because light and durable materials are expensive.
71. Tickets and accommodation
Perhaps the most reliable option is if you can guess the dates of your friend’s free time. Tickets are the main expense item for travelers, and accommodation will only be needed by those who do not like tents and other spartan conditions.
72. Overnight at a hotel in your city
An alternative option to a full trip. If your friend likes to travel around cities, he will probably like this gift; it will help him feel like he is on a new journey without leaving the city, even if he has to go back to work the next day. In addition, there are a lot of really interesting hotels now, you just need to look.
73. Waterproof diary
A special notebook that can withstand immersion in water. An unusual item that might appeal to a tourist who likes to keep notes while traveling.
74. Hammock
The topic of tourist hammocks in Russia is just beginning to develop, but it is a very interesting thing. The right set - a hammock, an awning and a canopy system - can be successfully used instead of a tent in areas where there are trees. There are tourists who have already completely switched to using hammocks, which have their pros and, of course, cons, but it’s definitely worth a try.
75. Helmet
A safety element that can be useful on a mountain hike, rafting or speleology. Of course, when it comes to safety, you shouldn’t skimp and it’s better to choose a helmet based on the advice of knowledgeable people and for a specific activity.
76. Canisters for water or gasoline
The gift is suitable for motor tourists or those who get to their travel destinations by car. Specialized flat canisters take up less space and have increased strength, which allows you to carry them outside and not have to worry about their safety.
77. Electronic scales
For tourists who calculate the weight of their equipment or make precise food arrangements, a good scale is a must. You can choose a kitchen scale for measuring small items, or you can find a good electronic steelyard for measuring the weight of a backpack and other large items.
78. Baby carrier
If your tourist friends have a new addition to their family, then one of the best gifts will be a backpack carrier. In such a backpack you can comfortably carry children who can already sit, but are not yet ready to walk along the path on their own. High-quality backpacks will distribute the weight well on the parent’s back and he will be able not to postpone his travels until the child grows up.
79. Quadcopter
Currently a toy that is already available to most people. There are also inexpensive options with which you can take a non-standard selfie at the top of the mountain, but there are, of course, cool options with many functions and amazing shooting quality. It all depends on your budget.
80. Waterproof portable speaker
The most common options are now produced by JBL, but other brands also produce good speakers that can withstand the vagaries of nature and camping life.
81. Snowshoes
This could be a good gift for a hiker who is ready to stay home in the winter. Not everywhere can be covered on touring skis and they are not so convenient to transport, but snowshoes take up less space and have no sliding effect, so they can be an excellent addition to the winter arsenal of equipment.
82. Travel tripod, selfie stick
Photography lovers can choose an accessory that will help them photograph themselves or shoot nature at long exposures. There are a lot of options, you will have to think about which accessory is best suited for your friend: a tiny folding tripod or a large elastic one that can be attached even to a tree branch, and so on and so forth.
83. Blanket or plaid
Mainly closer to road travelers, but there are also options for backpackers; there is a detailed review of the second option on our website -
84. Clock
Of course, there are special super-equipped watches for tourism and travel, but for many travelers a watch that only shows the time is enough. In order not to miss the plane or have time to set up camp before sunset, time is important information for any tourist.
85. Unusual shoes
Because ordinary ones, in the sense of terking boots or sneakers, definitely need to be tried on. And unusual ones are, for example, shoes for bivouac or water tourism. These could be light compact slates or even folding sneakers (and such exist), special sea shoes for swimming with protection from sharp corals, or simply elastic water shoes for rafting.
86. Navigator
An expensive gift, but truly necessary. Yes, many modern phones have a navigator function, but a real travel device works in conditions where urban electronics can fail. Specialized navigators have many advantages relative to smartphones, and if you decide to give such a gift, take a good look at what stores offer today. Or you can feel free to find a used device on ad sites, because good navigators work for decades, and many owners rarely use them, as a result of which they sell them at low prices.
87. Satellite tracker
Unlike a navigator, this device only transmits information about your location, as well as a narrow set of specific signals, for example, “sos” or “everything is fine, I keep moving.” This is a gift for tourists who travel to hard-to-reach places. In case of an emergency, you can use the transmitter to ask for help, and your loved ones will be able to use special applications to monitor the movements of the tourist anywhere in the world.
88. GPS tracker for luggage
A small device that will help you find your luggage if it is lost. Using some models, it is possible to determine not only the location of luggage, but also its other parameters, such as: whether it turned over on the road; compliance with the recommended temperature regime; the presence of a strong shock, indicating the occurrence of an emergency, etc.
89. Satellite phone
Will such a means of communication work in the most remote corners of the planet and be useful on serious trips and expeditions? The main thing is to understand that in addition to the cost of the device itself, the subscription fee also costs a lot of money: communication is still through space, so the tariffs are astronomical.
90. Autobox, bike rack, kayak rack, ski rack
Car accessories for transporting a wide variety of camping equipment. If you know about your friend's problem with transporting equipment, you can find a very cool gift. The best company in this segment is of course Thule: anyone will envy such a gift, but their prices are appropriate. You can also find cheaper analogues, just keep in mind that if a 200 thousand bike falls off the roof because of a one and a half mount, it will be quite an awkward moment.
91. Blindfold, earplugs
There are people who cannot sleep well in any lighting or when there is constant noise around them. You can give such a person a sleep kit, and the blindfolds come with an original design.
92. Travel suitcase
For air travel, bags on wheels are convenient, while for independent walks a backpack is more suitable, but there are models that can be successfully used in both. Such bags can be transformed by unfastening the straps or hiding the backpack's hanging system, or vice versa, by adding wheels or convenient handles for use as luggage.
93. Bike lock, luggage lock
A means of protection against theft, the better the quality of the lock, the more expensive it is usually, but the main thing is that it more reliably protects against intruders.
94. Action camera or instant camera
Capturing your travels is as important for many as the travel itself. Action cameras are better protected than others from moisture, dust and shock, while being much more compact and having fastening systems for a wide variety of surfaces and devices. And the instant camera is the rebirth of the Polaroid, famous in the past, people have become interested in this format again.
95. Cordless razor.
A male traveler will find this item useful. In any case, when they gave me one, I was very happy. Now you don’t need to waste, sometimes precious, water, take shaving cream and constantly change blades, the main thing is not to forget to charge the razor occasionally.
96. Packraft
I couldn’t help but add this option, rather due to personal preference. Packraft is an ultra-light and compact inflatable boat that easily fits in a backpack along with other equipment. This is a very promising separate type of tourism, or rather a combination of several: water tourism with walking, cycling or even auto tourism. In Russia, a number of companies already produce their own packrafts, but to understand what it is, look at the American company Alpacka - the founders of packrafting, they have a lot of videos. Our options are much cheaper than American ones and, according to reviews on the Internet, are in no way inferior to them. I hope I will finally give myself a packraft next year.
97. Ukulele
There are comrades who cannot imagine a hike without live music, but carrying a bulky guitar with you is still a pleasure. You can give a smaller version of the guitar - a ukulele. Of course, the sound of this instrument is significantly different from the guitar, but it is still live music. I don’t think it’s worth mentioning separately about harmonicas, jew’s harps and other pocket instruments.
98. Battery-powered camping garland
A thing for creating a New Year's mood while traveling. The simplest option is sold at Ikea, but you can also find something more unusual. For example, the American company Big Agnes makes tents with built-in lighting or a set of additional LED strips for installation in their tents.
99. Boxes, shelves and other equipment storage devices
We have been using plastic transparent boxes from Ikea for a long time. You can see all your equipment in them, they are easy to wash, and the presence of different sizes makes it really convenient to distribute everything. If your camper has a storage room or garage, you can even pick up a modular storage system kit. There are also special mounts for large objects: for the same bicycles, kayaks or even car boxes.
100. Prepare an unusual dish for him (her) on a hike
If the holiday is planned during a hike, you can surprise your friend with a dish that is not standard for the hike. Anyuta once got confused and prepared a real Kystyby (that’s what they are called here), using pita bread and quickly brewed puree; and together with my friends we once cooked pizza over a fire. The main thing is to show your imagination and prepare all the ingredients. On a mountain hike, when there is snow at altitude, you can even make delicious ice cream: to do this, just mix snow with condensed milk and get creative with other additives.
101. Come up with a quest - a journey
Make a whole trip for your friend without leaving the city, and, if desired, on the contrary, motivate him to do something large-scale. A gift that people with good imagination can make. Draw a map for your friend to walk on, come up with tasks for him and give out new pieces of the map only after completing them. Hide something funny on some mountain during your hike, and on a holiday, say that you buried a treasure for it! In general, fantasize!
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P.S.
I wish everyone a festive mood. The article was written for the New Year, so I wish everyone as much travel as possible in the coming season!
I hope the article will be useful for any occasion: be it a birthday, housewarming, or even a celebration of dismissal from a boring job. Here you will find at least 101 gift ideas for tourists for any occasion.
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Traveling is a delicate matter and carries a special meaning for everyone. For some, a long-term hike is the best option, others love to hitchhike around the world, for some, the real journey is a flight to warmer climes. Regardless of what type of travel your friend chooses, we have compiled a list of the most versatile gifts that can be given to a traveler.
1. Original suitcase covers
A special case is ideal to protect your luggage and enable quick identification. The bright design, which immediately catches the eye, will complement the entire traveler's image. In addition, the cover will protect the suitcase from dirt and abrasions.
Online stores in Russia offer many sizes and colors to suit every taste. Price - on average from 1,800 to 2,000 rubles.
Orientation on the terrain is an important condition for a comfortable hiking trip. A compass is a simple but worthy gift for your friend who loves to travel. A convenient carabiner allows you to place the compass on a backpack or in a loop on your clothing. A useful and practical item will definitely come in handy for any traveler, so you can safely present it.
Price – 500 rubles.
3. Inflatable hammock or transformable pillow
A compact and convenient resting place that you can take with you everywhere. In general, travelers love things that don't take up much space and are happy to take them with them on a cruise. The inflatable lounger is made of durable materials, which will ensure the integrity of the coating. Inflates using a regular pump and easily folds to a small size.
Hammocks are available in various colors. Price – 2,300 rubles.
Orthopedic pillow – an indispensable thing on long journeys or flights. The inflatable pillow can be transformed and used in different variations - as you wish. The velor coating on one side will provide comfort when in contact with the body, and the design and concept make it an excellent traveler's accessory.
You can buy a pillow for only 500-600 rubles.
4. Nano-grill in a bag
If you’re planning a picnic while traveling, and lugging a barbecue with you is not the best option, a compact nano-grill would be an excellent solution. Made of stainless steel, it is easy to assemble and disassemble, and will not take up much space in a traveler’s luggage. With such a thing, you can easily cook fish or meat over a fire at any time.
The cost in domestic online stores is 2,300 rubles.
An ideal solution for lovers of recreation and travel in extreme conditions. This hygienic find has long gained popularity and for good reason. Sometimes when traveling it is not possible to wash and dry your hair, so every traveler will be happy with this shampoo. Dry shampoo will especially impress and delight those with thick and long hair.
The price per jar is 500-700 rubles, depending on the volume.
On any journey - long or short - this attribute is necessary. A backpack with a set of dishes and a refrigerator compartment will be useful on any trip or outdoor trip. The temperature regime in the refrigerator compartment works on the principle of a thermos and is capable of maintaining heat or cold for up to several hours. The set also includes dishes and cutlery for 4 people - an ideal option for the traveler and his family.
You can buy such a backpack in travel stores. Price – within 5,000 rubles.
An excellent option for road travelers or those who spend a lot of time behind the wheel. This compact, portable coffee maker will delight busy and enthusiastic coffee lovers. Powered by a cigarette lighter, it won’t take up much space and will always provide you with freshly brewed coffee, even on the go.
The price depends on the brand, the number of items in the set and other characteristics, approximately from 2,000 to 3,000 rubles.
8. Eternal lantern with radio
An indispensable attribute of every traveler is a lantern, and if it is also eternal, then this is the best option. A flashlight with a built-in radio with auto search will not let you get bored on the road and will always illuminate the way at night. Powered by a solar battery, it fits comfortably in your hand and does not take up much space. Such a gift can be considered universal and does not oblige you to anything - you can give it just like that.
Price – 1,200 rubles.
No camping trip or outdoor trip would be complete without a set of such devices: a classic motorist’s kit usually includes a fire extinguisher, first aid kit, tow rope, starting wires and a car compressor. The set is suitable as a gift for travelers and motorists. This is a must-have gift for a person who loves to travel by car. And if your friend doesn’t have such a set, feel free to give it to him!
The price depends on the number of items in the set. Approximately - from 1,500 rubles and more.
10. Original sleeping bag
A sleeping bag with many zippers, allowing you to cover only those parts of the body that you want - perhaps the biggest dream of a traveler. However, each of us has long dreamed of such a cozy blanket. Four exterior zippers are positioned at the ankles, knees, waist and chest, allowing the camper to selectively cover or reveal any part of the body as temperature or personal preference dictates. M The bag is suitable for tall people and includes a pillow. A truly unique and very necessary gift not only for travelers, but also for all those who feel hot under the covers, but with one leg out is the best!
If you have time to wait for a parcel from abroad, you can buy such a sleeping bag in US online stores with direct delivery to Russia. Price: $120.
Well, if you simply don’t have time to wait for a package from the USA, in Russian tourist shops you can also find an interesting gift option for a traveler, for example, in the form of such a poncho blanket. The top layer does not allow moisture to pass through, and the bedspread production technologies are designed to maintain a normal microclimate inside, preventing the vacationer from overheating or hypothermia.
Price – 6,950 rubles.
A practical gift for a person who loves to travel around the world. The set includes slippers, a manicure set, a comb and, in fact, the organizer itself, in which you can place the necessary hygiene items. A really convenient thing for traveling by train or car, which will provide comfort on any trip.
The price of a luxury travel bag can reach up to 4,000 rubles.
12. Curtain for the bathroom “Map of the World”
A practical political map of the world is an extraordinary idea for travel lovers. With such a piece of furniture, you can improve your knowledge of geography, as well as plan your future route while leisurely taking a shower. A simple but smart gift for everyone, regardless of gender or age.
The price of an unusual curtain for the bathroom is 1,350 rubles.
There are people whose favorite topic of conversation is distant and not so distant countries, who strive to spend every vacation in a new place and who, having just returned from one trip, are already dreaming of the next. If you have a friend who is a self-diagnosed traveler, this list of useful gifts for the adventurous lover will come in handy.
Of course, I would like to give a traveler a universal ticket to any country in the world or a visa that opens all borders, but since making such a gift will be somewhat difficult, you will have to come up with something simpler.
Gift ideas for someone who loves to travel
- Guide
One of the simplest, most obvious and yet necessary gifts. It’s great if you know what country your traveler sees in your dream. And if he hasn’t decided yet, then the gift will give him an idea and, perhaps, this will be the beginning of a new adventure. You can also choose not a guidebook, but simply a book about the country, its culture, and history. Such a book will allow you to better understand this place and get into it.
Passport, money, bank cards, tickets, boarding passes - during the flight, all these things must be on hand and at the same time it is important not to lose them or spoil them. A special wallet will help you organize the documents you need on the road. Its main feature is its large size, which allows you to put airline tickets there that do not fit in a regular wallet.
- Umbrella
Unfortunately, nature does not always spoil us with sun and blue skies. But why not cancel a walk around Paris just because it’s drizzling outside? Grab an umbrella and head to the Eiffel Tower! If you give a traveler a high-quality, beautiful, but at the same time compact umbrella, they will mentally say “thank you” many times while walking under it in different cities and countries.
- Travel bag, portmanteau
You can help the traveler organize his luggage - give him a travel bag. This is a bag for storing small items or shower accessories. And if a person often travels on business and takes a suit with him, he will need a suitcase - a travel case for clothes that allows him to keep his suit ironed.
- Everything for the beach
Those who like to relax on the seashore will be pleased with bright and beautiful beach accessories. A towel, an air mattress, a ball, a mat, a mask with a snorkel - things that will evoke pleasant emotions, as they will remind you of the upcoming trip to the south.
- Dry bag
This is a gift for lovers of active recreation, sports, and extreme entertainment. This bag keeps water out and keeps the contents dry. They come in different sizes - from very small ones, containing only money and documents, to those in which you can pack all your existing things. Valuables hidden in a sealed bag will not get wet, which means you don’t have to worry about your passports if you get caught in a downpour, and feel free to take your camera even if you’re going rafting.
- Hidden bag for valuables
An ordinary wallet can easily be stolen, bags or backpacks can be taken away, cut off, pulled off, or snatched. Storing large sums of money in them is very dangerous. An extremely useful thing when traveling is a handbag for money and documents that can be worn under your clothes. Most often it is a waist belt (sometimes called a “money belt”). Such a bag-wallet is not visible to strangers, it cannot be unexpectedly snatched from your hands or cut unnoticed.
- Phrasebook or dictionary
Most travelers are fluent in the language of facial expressions and gestures, and know the basics of pantomime. But there are situations when you need to say at least a few words in the local language. This is where phrases from a phrasebook will come in handy. True, some languages have such difficult pronunciation that such a gift would be more of a joke, since it is almost impossible for an unprepared person to correctly pronounce a phrase in Thai or Chinese.
- Travel set
Fans of distant countries have to spend a lot of time on planes. An amenity kit, including an inflatable pillow, an eye mask, earplugs, and airplane slippers, will help make a multi-hour flight as comfortable as possible. You can also add such necessary little things as a luggage tag or combination lock.
Long journeys, flights, transfers often lead to the fact that our phones and tablets are discharged. But they may be needed for work, for entertainment on the road, for navigation. In a situation where the phone's charge is low and you urgently need it, an additional battery will help out. Such a battery must be charged in advance, and then simply connected with a wire to your equipment and enjoy watching the screen light up and the battery charge icon blink.
The question of what to give a tourist may seem very simple at first glance. Just buy something useful to take on a hike, and the matter is decided - . However, in reality everything is not so simple.
When choosing a gift, you need to understand that tourists with extensive hiking experience or beginners, as a rule, are well equipped and know what the most necessary thing they need on a hike. In addition, it should be borne in mind that a tourist is not only someone who, with a backpack on his shoulders, hikes long distances or climbs mountains. Many people like to travel by car or even buy train or plane tickets and organize their own trip. Obviously, each category may have its own travel gifts. Besides, there are universal gifts for travelers regardless of their specific specialization.
What exactly can be given to a tourist in this or that case? Let's see what travel gifts can be offered by the gift selection expert "Super Helper", who has collected the most successful options in his opinion and grouped them into categories.
A gift for a tourist who prefers hiking
A multi-tool, which is an extremely practical thing that combines can openers and regular openers, a flashlight, a screwdriver, a bottle opener and other functions depending on the specific model, is perhaps one of the most necessary things to take on a hike;
Karimat is a special rug that allows you to sit on the ground or cold stones, which must be included in a traveler’s kit;
Thermal underwear is a very useful gift for a hiker.
Gifts for autotourists
Picnic set - an insulated bag with a set of dishes, cutlery, skewers, cutting board and other useful items for quickly organizing a picnic, in a word, a self-assembled tablecloth;
A navigator is a useful gift for a traveler in a car;
A set of tools in a case is a gift that has a mandatory status in case of long car trips.
Gifts for travelers who prefer planes or rail transport
A suitcase with a special lock is undoubtedly a necessary gift for a traveler;
A safety belt with a secret pocket for money is an original gift for a traveler that will give confidence and security on the road;
A digital photo frame is a universal gift for a tourist, because after a trip you really want to look at the photos and bring back vivid impressions.
Many other gift options for tourists Can .