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7 Gifts for Your Traveling Besties

by Debra Bokur

Nov 28, 2024

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It’s that time of year again, and the search for thoughtful gifts is underway. Here’s some help with gifts sure to appeal to your traveling crew:

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For the Adventurist

Vitaloop Clean, safe water is non-negotiable when you’re out in the wild. In just 45 seconds, Vitaloop FlexGuard Water Filtration Bottle removes 99.9999 percent of contaminants and delivers lab-quality safe drinking water. Equally effective if you’re in the middle of nowhere, or in a hotel with questionable tap water, this portable, BPA-free bottle removes viruses, bacteria, protozoa and parasites, leaving water tasting pure and delicious. The built-in system with an automatic pump includes a FlexGuard filter and a lithium-ion rechargeable battery that can filter up to 13 gallons on a single charge. That means about two weeks of wandering around the world without worrying what you’re drinking. Each bottle comes with a carabiner, strap, antibacterial pre-treatment pouch, charging cable and instructions.

Coastal Crew

Coastal Crew’s collection of classic basics includes exactly what your brother, husband, dad or bestie needs for his Next Great Adventure: Deckhand Hoodie, a men’s pullover that has an unexpected dash of color at the neckline thanks to a hood lining in colors like Nantucket Deckhand Hoodie in Navy with a blue-checked hood lining; Cape Cod Deckhand Hoodie in Navy with a red, white and blue checkered lining; and Mackinac Deckhand Hoodie in Athletic Gray with a red, white and blue plaid hood lining. Hoodies are made in the United States from a soft blend of cotton, bamboo and spandex, with a cotton dress shirt hood lining. There’s also a selection of t-shirts, polos, button downs and quarter-zips.

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For the Big City Overnighter

Coolway Sneakers

Designed in Spain and providing an edgy retro vibe, Coolway Sneakers are a stylish and oh-so- comfy footwear option perfect for long days of travel, walking and activities. The company’s mission is “a continuous fight for identity and personal style lost among the masses,” and you’ll find a selection of creative color combinations like the Baresi Green Matcha Unisex suede low tops with a brilliant burst of color at the heel; and the Dark Purple Rain sports sneaker with contrasting stitch and other eye-catching details. Shoes feature padded nylon textile tongues, flat cotton laces in two complementary colors, flexible rubber/caoutchouc soles and low-density EVA insoles for extra cushioning.

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Kork Weekender Bag

Crafted from renewable, self-regenerating bark of cork oak trees and hand-harvested to prevent tree loss, products from Inspired by Kork are also beautiful and durable. With a product line that includes home goods, bags and accessories, this small company sources sustainable cork from Portugal. The super handy Kork Weekender Bag has a zipper closure, interior zipped pocket, patterned interior lining, woven strap, and is both lightweight and water resistant. This small company also offers a full line of wristlets, backpacks, beach bags, slings and crossbodies, wine bottle bags, and journals to choose from.

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For the Minimalist

Memobottle

A futuristic take on a traditional hip flask, the Memobottle flat water bottle is a space-saving, sharp-looking alternative to a traditional water bottle. With a slim profile that slips easily into a carry-on, backpack or daybag, Memobottle comes in stainless steel or BPA- and BPS-free plastic in a choice of black, white or clear. It’s available in a variety of sizes, including the A5, A6, A7 and Slim, with accessories like colored lids and colorful silicone sleeves to slip over the exterior to provide grip and keep your beverage cool. Fun sleeve colors include Terracotta, Moss, Mandarin, Wild Plum and Sea Mist. More good news: The company partners with Water.org to provide funding for clean water access to communities around the globe.

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For the RV Hygge Seeker

Muslin Robe

The Muslin Robe from Aware House is a soft and luxurious take-along that will elevate your RV to a movable sanctuary. Handmade in Türkiye by family artisans at Loom.ist using natural fibers and traditional handweaving techniques, this robe features generous front pockets, long sleeves and a mid-calf length. Color choices are white, navy blue, light gray and dark gray, all available in small/medium or medium/large.

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Vashon Island Coffee Dust

Vashon Island Coffee Dust can make even the most compact RV kitchen feel like a favorite coffeehouse. Simply sprinkle Coffee Dust on freshly brewed coffee, froth it with milk, or add it to coffee (or milkshakes and ice cream) before brewing for an instant flavor boost that comes without added sweeteners. Gift the Coffee Dust Flavor Expedition Kit, which provides 72 separate servings of six delicious flavors: Hot Momma (cocoa and cayenne), Cocoa Calm (cocoa and lavender), Healthful (cinnamon, turmeric and black pepper), Gingerbread (ginger, allspice and cinnamon), Captain’s (cinnamon and nutmeg) and Spicy Papa (cinnamon and cayenne). Feel-good bonus: This product is created by a small U.S. company located on Vashon Island in Washington State.

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