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In Episode 35 of the Unscaled Travel Show, we dedicated our time to helping listeners sort out last-minute gift ideas for the travelers in their lives or ideas that would be perfect for themselves.
Below are some of the gifts we’ve personally checked out or sampled, as well as a few others.
Mentioned in the first segment:
Kedzie Triple Threat Foldable Duffle Bag
Three-way styling for road trips, wine hauls and dog mom essentials. Pop this versatile bag open to fit an extra pair of jeans, snap down the sides for compact packing or fold it flat for portable storage that disappears on arrival.
Check out our earlier closer look at the Kedzie Triple Threat Foldable Duffle Bag
Citizen Hyde Lockable Pouch “the Marley”
The clean, stylish and functional pouch can be worn belted or cross-body with a twist: a buckled clasp with an elevated design finish that doubles as a security barrier with a 3-digit combination code which functions as a portable safe.
Mentioned in the second segment:
Translator Tools
From apps such as Google Translate to real-time translation devices, world travelers are always searching for a better and clearer way to immerse themselves in the countries they visit. There are a ton of options out there, so consider one (or several) of these options before the next trip abroad.
Scratch-Off World Maps
Fantastic to own and ideal to offer as gifts, these laminated map posters put smiles on people’s faces. The traveling maps come in standard formats, so finding suitable frames for them is a breeze. Easy to use and a pleasure to scratch, the scratch off world travel map makes a great gift for travelers and future travelers alike.
There are literally dozens and dozens of options to choose from including U.S. National Parks, baseball stadiums, major cities, and almost anything else you can think of.
Travel Fans
Another gift option with dozens of options, travel fans can become a godsend to hot-blooded travelers or those who find themselves in “old school” locations with no air ventilation options. It also can help those sleepers who need “white noise” in order to get a better night’s rest.
My travel fan has kept me in comfortable sleep for years now, and it’s worth every penny I paid for it.
Mentioned in the third segment:
Arcade Hardware Utility Belt
Everything you need, nothing that you don’t. Built for superior strength and durability, without sacrificing movement. When the job needs to get done, the Hardware belt is the essential tool in your gear kit.
We were given a sample of the Arcade Hardware Utility Belt in the Coyote color. I love it!
Able Baker “Daybreaker 2” Ultralight Backpack
A 25L ultralight activity backpack made with durable fabrics, and updated for easy access, convenient storage, and comfortable support for any adventure.
Mentioned in the fourth segment:
Heirloom Video Books
A physical book that plays your videos when the cover is opened — just provide your video!
Heirloom loads your book with your videos and ships it directly to you or your loved one.
Check out our closer look at the Heirloom Video Book
Travalo “Milano” Cologne Atomizer
Like all Travalo, the Milano refills in seconds directly from any standard perfume bottle. The innovative Genie-S ‘pump to fill’ refill system transfers your fragrance perfectly without damaging exposure to air or spilling a drop.
Check out our closer look at the Travalo “Milano” Cologne Atomizer
GeeKey Multi-Tool
Geekey is an innovative, compact multi-tool like nothing seen before…it’s truly a work of art with engineering that combines everyday common tools into one sleek little punch that delivers endless capability. Geekey features many common tools that have been used for decades and proven essential for everyday fixes
