Gifts for graduates who plan to travel
Many products are aimed toward making travel easier, so consider giving your graduate a thoughtful gift that'll help them get from point A to point B easily. Most of our favorite items are practical, but they will help your graduate have the trip of a lifetime.
Ceptics World Travel Adapter Kit
Designed by a traveler, this power adapter is compact and works with a variety of devices and has six adapters for countries like France, the UK, Australia, Japan and more. It also has two quick-charging USB ports and built-in surge protection.
Veken 6-Set Packing Cubes
While these might seem unimportant, take it from someone who travels regularly — packing cubes are a game-changer. You can keep your clothing organized, you can pack more options with them than without, and with this set, you'll get a laundry bag and a toiletry bag as well as the four packing cubes.
Samsonite Winfield 2 Hardside Carry-On Luggage
It doesn't matter if they're traveling by car, train or plane, they'll need a sturdy suitcase that'll stand up to the wear and tear of traveling. This particular carry-on meets size restriction standards for Southwest, Delta, United, American and Allegiant. It has side-mounted TSA locks and comes with a 10-year warranty.
Apple Airtag
Keeping track of your luggage has never been easier. It syncs to your iPhone or iPad with ease, and you can set up the 'lost mode' so you'll be notified when it's detected. Plus, it's a great way to keep track of keys, wallets and other essential items.
All-new Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
Traveling often includes a lot of sitting and waiting. Give your graduate the gift of millions of books at their fingertips. Opt for a Kindle Unlimited membership or download books for free from the local library.
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