Valentine’s Day Gifts for Travelers
Updated: Apr 9, 2021
Are you looking for a thoughtful and romantic Valentine's Day gift for your travel-loving partner? Then you've come to the right place. As Valentine's Day is just around the corner, we've compiled a list of 15 gift ideas that every world traveler would adore. Each product we feature has been independently selected. From cute, customizable gifts to more practical travel presents, we made sure to include an interesting variety that has been extensively reviewed by peers.
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15 Romantic Valentine's Day Gifts for Travelers
Whether your loved one is someone who enjoys local road trips or journeys abroad, budget backpacking, or luxury holidays, there is a perfect gift for all types of travelers in this Valentine's Day gift guide. Click the links below each product to learn more and find the current price.
Personalized Travel Mug
Enjoy your coffee, tea, or wine in this cute enamel mug when you go camping or cozy up next to the campfire. This mug design features an original, hand-drawn illustration of a vintage camper van against a majestic mountain backdrop. But besides the design, it's the customization that makes this the perfect Valentine's Day gift! You can personalize the travel mug with your names and the date you started dating or got married. It's made of lightweight stainless steel and a great addition to your camping gear!
By: Modish Outdoors
Personalized World Map Pin Board
With this beautiful World Map Pin Board, you and your partner can track all your adventures! There are 100 red pins included that you can pin every time you've traveled to a new destination. There's also the option to customize the map with text, like a travel quote, your name, or anniversary. In addition, you can choose words and designs from a variety of colors. Maps are printed on fine canvas material in different sizes. It's the perfect gift for travel couples who love visiting new places around the world!
By: FireFliesUK
Travel Bucket List for Couples
If you want to give your loved one a thoughtful gift but you're on a tight budget, then this travel bucket list book for couples might be just what you're looking for! This journal is a fun and creative way to plan your future travels together and document where you've been. It's small so you can easily take it on the road and complete it as you go. The journal consists of two major parts: the first one is where you set your unique bucket list goals (a list of ideas is included to inspire!), whereas the second one is to journal your travel memories together by reflecting on your trip and adding some photos of the trip. For some inspiration on where to go, check out our 2021 travel bucket list article!
By: Our Peaceful Family
Adventure Wish Bracelet
Another affordable but romantic gift is undoubtedly this adventure wish bracelet! Especially with the current travel bans in place, this Valentine's Day gift may give some hope for the future while putting a smile on your loved one's face. Made with a "world heart" charm, this bracelet showcases your love for your partner as well as her love for traveling. The bracelet comes with a keepsake card that has a lovely message. But aside from that, there are various colors to choose from and the bracelets have adjustable sizing, which ensures a fit with most wrist sizes.
By: Tinycharmsstudio
Camera Strap
These beautiful camera straps are the perfect Valentine's Day gift for travel photographers or any traveler who loves to take photos while exploring! It's compatible with most DSLR/SLR and vintage cameras, such as Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, and many more. The boho-designs are inspired by the beautiful colors and motifs of Aztec art, and therefore a great addition to your loved one's travel collection. But besides a beautiful design, these straps are also made of durable and comfortable material, with extra-soft nylon webbing and genuine leather. And the icing on the cake? Your partner will actually use this while doing their favorite thing in the world... traveling!
By: Gift Engraver
Traveller’s Dice
Do you and your partner like spontaneous decisions when it comes to traveling? Then this traveler's dice set will be the perfect Valentine's Day gift. No more being stuck on where to travel to next... the dice will decide! There are two dices to choose from: the first one (our personal favorite!) is engraved with 6 of the world's continents (Africa, Asia, Australia, South America, and North America), whereas the second one is engraved with 6 types of vacations (Activity, City Break, Beach Holiday, Roadtrip, and Sightseeing). You can decide to buy only one, or a set of two. Though, the fun thing about the set is to combine your outcomes in one trip!
By: JJ Handmade Gifts Shop
Airbnb Gift Card
Cliché or extremely useful? We believe the latter! Even though gift cards may be seen as less personal, they are very appreciated once you're actually traveling. With a wide choice of rentals all around the world, from low-budget rooms to entire luxury houses, Airbnb offers accommodation for any type of traveler. And what's even better is the fact that you can start planning your next getaway together! Enjoy this gift together in a cozy room somewhere in the mountains or near the beach. To buy a gift card, simply select an amount between $25 and $200 and load it online.
By Airbnb
Message In A Bottle
This unique token gift is a thoughtful Valentine's Day gift as it captures your love for each other and precious (travel) memories forever. It's completely personalized, with your choice of map location in the world and personal message. Choose a destination that has a special meaning to you and your partner, such as your honeymoon, first trip abroad together, wedding location, or the city where you first met. Sealed into a little glass bottle, your partner will treasure this gift for years to come!
By: Bombus
Travel-sized Jewelry Box
Is your girlfriend ever frustrated that her jewelry tangles in her toiletry bag when traveling? This compact jewelry box will make these frustrations disappear forever! Made of soft padding and with 4 compartments, your loved one's jewelry will be protected and kept organized. It can match earrings, necklaces, rings, bracelets, and more. At the same time, it's the perfect travel size, so your girlfriend won't have to sacrifice too much space in her suitcase or backpack!
By: Duxiu
Vintage Map Adventure
Display you and your loved one's memorable journeys from around the world on this vintage canvas map and remember them for a lifetime. You can choose between two to seven places, which can be countries, cities, parks, or even a sentimental location like your favorite restaurant or holiday destination! The maps are then shaped into different mountain peaks, making it a creative and beautiful Valentine's Day gift. It's also possible to add names, a date, and a travel quote or phrase.
By: FiveSixDesign
Mountain Necklace
This handmade mountain necklace is the perfect Valentine's Day gift for any outdoor adventurer or mountain lover. Made from stainless steel, this gorgeous necklace promises strength, durability, and functionality. It is a great addition to your jewelry box because it is harder to scratch and can endure the sun, the sand, and the sea. Hence, it's the perfect item to wear when traveling the world together. And you know what they say... life is too short to wear boring jewelry! We're sure that your partner agrees.
Made by: Elm Jewelry Studio
World Wild Hearts Hoodie
Surprise your loved one with a comfy, oversized hoodie or sweater from World Wild Hearts and cozy up on the couch together. World Wild Hearts is our travel apparel brand with home-made designs that are meant to inspire more adventure. All sweaters and hoodies are ethically sourced and designed in-house by real travelers. Besides being fashionable and comfy, 10% of profits from all World Wild Hearts travel sweaters go to helping underserved youth to travel (FLYTE). Because everyone should have the opportunity to travel and have life-changing experiences of their own abroad.
Scented Candle Gift
Does your loved one enjoy the flavors and smells of different cultures and countries? Then, this soy wax aromatherapy candle set might be the perfect Valentine's Day gift! Smell the world together on a romantic evening with these candles. This set includes 6 fragrances, that each corresponds to a different country. Dream about your next trip while filling the air with the smell of pure Japan, romantic France, elegant England, wild Australia, mysterious Egypt, or artistic Italy.
by AharHora
3 Travel Couple Mobile/Desktop Lightroom Presets
Lightroom presets are a hot item these days! Not only do they make editing your photos quick and easy, but they also produce the high-level photos you've always wanted. This professional Travel Couple Preset Pack includes 3 different presets for those who love to travel with their loved one, whether it be a road trip or a relaxing holiday at the beach. The presets are for all the latest Adobe Lightroom versions (4, 5, 6, 7, and 8) and work on both mobile and desktop. Transform your Instagram feed on your next holiday together!
By: PrestigePhotographyy
Ultimate Journeys for Two: Extraordinary Destinations on Every Continent
This book was written by the founders of Mike and Anne Howard, officially the World's Longest Honeymooners and founders of the travel blog HoneyTrek. Drawing on their experience traveling together across the world, they reveal hidden-gem destinations and insider tips and recommendations on couples' travel. The chapters of the book are organized by the type of place (e.g. beaches, mountains, deserts) to help travelers discover new destinations and experiences based on their personal interests. Bring culture, adventure, and romance to life when traveling together with this unique Valentine's Day gift!
By Mike and Anne Howard
Other Original Valentine's Day Gifts for Travelers
We've highlighted our favorite Valentine's Day gift items for travelers, but of course, there are many more original gifts. We list a few here for more inspiration:
A travel poster of your loved one's favorite country or city (Etsy has some great options!)
A travel story to dream away, such as The Alchemist or Eat, Pray, Love.
A guide book to your next travel destination together. We like Lonely Planet or Fodor's travel guides.
A picnic in the park with (snack) food from around the world, like a bottle of Argentinian wine, Indian samosas, Dutch cheese, Swiss chocolate, or Belgian beers.
If you want more travel gift inspiration, check out our page on travel gifts with 40+ ideas including travel essentials, adventure gear, camera gear, travel electronics, and more. Do you have a very adventurous loved one? Check out our hiking gear or camping gear article for more gift ideas!
If you are looking for more incredible destinations to travel to with your partner, make sure to download our free 100 bucket list destinations and start checking them off!
We hope this article helped you find a gift for your loved one this Valentine's Day! Let us know in the comments below which gift you got him/her!
