Mother’s Day is almost upon us. If your mom is already dreaming of her next well-deserved vacation, she’ll welcome a Mother’s Day gift that will inspire her next trip, help her travel better or even give her the gift of travel itself.
This May, honor your mom with one — or a few — of these 37 editor-approved travel gifts. From treats that will fuel her wanderlust to handy travel accessories and luxury travel gear, there’s a gift for each and every traveling mom on this list.
This customizable hive of containers is the perfect way to help mom stay organized on her travels. The magnetic, leakproof and compact containers can be customized by color and label, allowing you to create a set of six that perfectly fits mom’s needs. Dedicate one Capsule to her jewelry, one to moisturizer, one to shampoo…you get the idea.
The travel pros at Away know a thing or two about packing, and the brand’s packing cubes are a great tool for keeping organized on the go. This set of four packing cubes is available in seven colors, each of which features a mesh top and full zipper enclosure to keep everything where it’s meant to be in your suitcase. Four packing cubes not enough for mom? Away also offers The Insider Packing Cubes in a set of six.
Moms who love to read might also love to write, so give her a special place to note all her travel memories. This 320-page leather travel journal has plenty of space to note travel musings and features colored maps and international dialing codes, too. Plus, the bold orange leather ensures the journal is always visible in a suitcase, weekender or tote bag. You can monogram the journal with mom’s initials to make it her own for an additional $12.50.
We’re huge fans of all the travel gear that eco-friendly brand Paravel puts out, and this vegan leather passport case is no exception. It comes in four shades that will remind mom of sunshine, brunches and cocktails during her travels. The stylish holder keeps passports safe, is easy to spot and makes a chic fashion statement all in one. Plus, it’s got eight card slots to keep her favorite travel credit card safe while she’s away from home.
This BPA-free stainless steel travel mug is just as functional as it is beautiful. It keeps cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot thanks to its double-wall vacuum insulation. Drinks will stay fresh whether mom’s traveling on a plane, gardening or anywhere in between — it’ll even keep tea hot and white wine chilled. It’s available in six colorways, and best of all, it’s dishwasher-safe so mom can use it over and over again without having to manually clean it.
If your mom loves to watch her favorite movies and shows while she travels, this simple accessory is a must-have. With it, she can clip her phone in and attach the mount to any surface in front of her — think a seatback tray table or desk — and watch comfortably without cranking her neck. This is one of our favorite travel accessories, and for less than $15, it’s a steal.
Treat Mom to the luxurious comfort of the Frette 1860 For St. Regis Velour Robe — a perfect gift for Mother’s Day. Crafted with plush 100% cotton and adorned with a custom jacquard design inspired by Caroline Astor’s love of diamonds, this robe offers indulgent relaxation and timeless elegance.
For moms who love to read, travel and cook, this cookbook — which also doubles as a terrific coffee table book — features recipes from grandmothers around the world. Guaranteed to inspire both wanderlust and hunger rumblings, your mom will love reading about motherly figures from Tuscany to the Philippines explaining their beloved recipes and the local ingredients used to create them.
Moms appreciate restful sleep, and that’s a lot easier with the Matador Blackout Sleep Mask + Earplugs. Designed to block out light and reduce ambient noise for a tranquil night’s rest, its adjustable hook-and-loop closure ensures a comfortable fit, while the convenient earplug pocket keeps your sleep essentials close at hand.
If mom loves hitting the open road, surprise her with this road trip candle bundle from Homesick. With the bundle, she’ll get both the road trip-scented candle and the spring break scent to celebrate springtime vacations. The bundle is the perfect way to help mom relax and reminisce about her last trip while also feeling inspired to plan her next one.
Transform Mom’s bedtime routine with the Sleepfulness Pillow Mist from Mandarin Oriental. A luxurious elixir that promotes serene sleep and awakenings, it’s infused with the calming scents of neroli, lavender, mandarin and grapefruit. This bespoke mist offers relaxation and tension relief. It’s perfect for a rejuvenating night’s sleep.
The Harbor Seersucker Tiered Dress from Vineyard Vines is crafted from lightweight stretch Harbor seersucker fabric, which offers moisture-wicking and quick-drying properties. It’s perfect for beach outings and casual gatherings. With UPF 30+ protection, comfortable sleeveless design, tiered skirt and elegant V-neckline, it’s a stylish and practical gift for the mom who loves effortless summer fashion.
For the traveling mom, staying comfortable on her feet is of the utmost importance. Allbirds Wool Runners are some of our favorite travel shoes out there because they get more comfortable with every wear. They’re made from sustainable and ethical ZQ merino wool and are machine-washable to keep them looking — and smelling — new. There’s a color for every traveling mom, too, with nine colorways available.
This foldable, packable sun visor has just over 4 inches of UV protection. It comes in seven colors and can be easily rolled up and placed in a carry-on, beach bag or tote. Ideal for moms who love to put their hair in a ponytail or bun, this sunshade, made of paper straw and polyester, is perfect for beach vacations and lazy pool days.
This 100% cashmere wrap can be used as a cozy travel blanket, a fashionable scarf or even as a folded-up soft pillow. The grey heather color is especially apt for travel as it blends in and hides dirt and dust, but that’s not the only option. The wrap comes in more than 15 colors, from a bold neon peony pink to a muted camel heather and every hue in between for a mom who has bolder tastes.
These lightweight, stretchy, cling-free travel pants are ideal for those long travel days, a quick break in the hotel gym or even a day of touring around a new destination. Tapered from knee to hem with seven basic color options, they won’t drag or catch if your mom needs to jog through the airport or rush to hail a taxi. And they even feature a hidden zipper and card pocket to tuck away anything extra-important.
Keeping hair in order on the road can be trying, especially when traveling with just a carry-on or weekender bag. But this mini straightening iron is just 3.5 inches long, yet powerful enough to straighten a full head of locks; it heats up to 430 degrees Fahrenheit. Moms with longer or thicker hair may prefer the one-inch straightener.
We love the Paravel Weekender Set Plus, and we think Mom will too. This comprehensive travel solution includes a spill-proof EcoCraft Canvas Weekender and a carbon-neutral Aviator Carry-On Plus with smooth 360-degree double-spinner wheels. Ideal for week-long trips, it offers ample space for seven days’ worth of clothes, two pairs of shoes and a wash kit. Plus, with its eco-friendly design and carbon-neutral promise, it’s a thoughtful and sustainable choice for the mom who loves to explore.
This 42-liter, hard-sided cabin bag is durable, sleek and functional. It comes complete with an ejectable battery, a nylon laundry bag, an integrated TSA-approved lock and a special Y-strap compression system. Ideal for busy moms who travel hard, the shell is crush-proof and the suitcase is easy to drag through the airport thanks to its trademarked silent wheel system.
This cute fanny pack can be worn around mom’s waist or crossbody style. With two zipper pockets for maximum organization options, the bag can carry all the essentials mom may not want to put into a suitcase or backpack. Coming in four color options, this basic but useful bag is a travel staple for traveling moms.
Beis is one of the more stylish — yet affordable — travel brands out there. If mom loves to get away for a quick weekend trip, this versatile weekender bag from the brand is a must-have. It comes in nine hues, all of which feature a dedicated bottom zip compartment for shoes, toiletries or other travel accessories. It’s the perfect multi-day option to use on a road trip or as a carry-on bag if mom is flying to her destination.
If mom loves her wine, gift her the perfect suitcase that will protect her bottles during the journey. This checked bag can fit up to 12 bottles of wine — or some spirits — in its padded interior. With a durable outer shell, her bottles will arrive intact and ready to enjoy. In our testing, we found the bag to be lightweight even when it was filled with six bottles and some clothes.
Why not treat mom to the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX Wireless ANC Over-Ear Headphones in the elegant Gold Tone? These headphones offer exceptional comfort with a lightweight build and touch controls, along with powerful active noise cancellation for immersive sound experiences. With up to 30 hours of battery life and timeless Scandinavian design, they’re the ultimate blend of style and performance for any music lover.
A brand-new Kindle ebook is just what mom needs to stay occupied during the more tedious parts of travel, like long train rides or waits at the airport. With 32 GB of storage space, an auto-adjust light and wireless charging, this new, glare-free Kindle Paperwhite makes reading easy and comfortable anywhere in the world. And just one single charge can keep this edition going for up to 10 weeks — one of the reasons it’s among our picks for the best e-readers.
Mom won’t keep her phone charged if she can’t find her charger, and this is when Away’s Tech Case organizer can really come in handy. Not only does the tech travel case keep all cables, cords and chargers in one place, but it also ensures each is separated using loops and mesh pockets, never tangling or getting caught on one another. The case comes in two colors: black and coast.
Is your mom’s phone always dead? Look no further than this power bank. It’s 10,000 mAh capacity will keep her phone charged as she travels around the world. It has two USB-A and one USB-C port so it can charge virtually all modern smartphones and tablets. Plus, its built-in flashlight can come in handy in emergencies.
The Anker 45W Wall Charger with Portable Charger is a compact 2-in-1 hybrid solution for fast and convenient charging. With a 5,000mAh power bank and 45W wall charger, it supports rapid charging for iPhone, iPad, MacBook Pro, AirPods and more.
Travel gifts to fuel mom’s wanderlust
Give your mom the gift of a new travel experience with a gift card to use at Hotels.com. The online travel agent has thousands of hotels in its portfolio. From Maui to Madrid to Langkawi and beyond, this gift lets your mother choose her desired hotel and destination while you foot (at least some of) the bill.
Want to give your mom the gift of travel but not exactly sure how? Let mom select her destination with a gift card from Delta Air Lines. Just choose an eGift card or a physical card to give your mom and select the amount, letting her decide where in the world she wants to jet off to. Plus, for Mother’s Day, when you buy a $300 or more Delta gift card, you’ll also enjoy a $20 Starbucks eGift.
Look no further than Spotify for the ultimate streaming service for music lovers, podcast enthusiasts and everyone in between. With its extensive library, user-friendly app and curated playlists, Spotify is the ideal companion for any road trip or relaxing day at home. Whether Mom is into hip hop, classic rock or podcasts, she’s sure to love the gift of unlimited entertainment with Spotify.
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