Fun Gifts for Kids Who Love Travel
Parents seem to search endlessly for the perfect toy to entertain the younger set, while hoping the older ones will ask for something more than a gift card. This holiday gift guide for kids who love to travel will appeal to children of all ages. Engaging and educational, here are the presents kids want to receive. (And if you need more ideas with have gifts for teen boys, gifts for teenage girls, and stocking stuffers for kids).
Awesome Gifts for Kids Who Love Travel
Every year we try to find gifts for kids who love to travel. We are including some of our favorites, and some others recommend. At the end of the day, we hope to find some unique gifts for kids to add to your shopping list.
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Best Gifts for Kids Who Love Travel
If your kids love to explore the world, here are some gifts they are guaranteed to love. We have something for all ages, and we are sure this will help make your holiday shopping easier.
LEGO Architecture London Skyline Collection
Kids will go crazy for the LEGO Architecture collection, especially this miniature version of the London skyline!
PROGRACE Children Kids Camera Waterproof Digital Video Camera
Your budding photographer will love this waterproof camera and video recorder. It features professional HD 1080P/30fps videos and 5MP photos, built-in 40 photo frames, 7 color video modes, 4X digital zoom, burst shooting, time-lapse photo, face recognition, manual brightness and volume adjustment. Time to explore!
Wanderlust - A Traveler's Guide to the Globe
Be inspired by lists of mythic locations, epic trails, ancient cities, and more. This stunning, hardcover book is packed with full-color photos, charming illustrations, and fascinating overviews of each destination, making it the perfect gift for dreamers and adventurers alike (from Moon Travel Guides).
Nintendo Switch Lite
Nintendo Switch Lite is optimized for personal, handheld play. It has a built-in Control Pad, and a sleek, unibody design, making Nintendo Switch Lite perfect for on the go gaming.
The Polaroid Lab
We had a chance to preview one of these, and my kids loved it. They had so much fun printing "old time" Polaroid photos from their phone. I have a feeling this gift will be around for awhile. You can read more about our experience here.
Simple Modern Water Bottle with Straw and Chug Lid Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Metal Thermos Bottles
This vacuum insulated water bottle comes in so many fun colors, you're sure to find one for your adventure loving kid. Made of stainless steel, this bottle comes with two lids, one stainless steel and one flip top.
Moruska Rainbow Puzzle Ball Cube
The rainbow puzzle ball is a round cube in football shape with 12 holes and 11 colorful balls inside. These balls can be passed from one hole to another. The objective is to scramble the colored balls, then figure out how to get them all back into their matching colored slots in all holes. Great for car trips!
The 50 States: Explore the U.S.A.
This book has charmingly illustrated infographic maps. Kids can explore every state of the USA from Alabama to Wyoming and the nation’s capital to discover more than 2,000 facts that celebrate the people, cities, nature, and historic events that have helped make America what it is today. You'll also get an expansive guide to the state flags and US presidents.
New Balance unisex-child Cruz V2 Fresh Foam Running Shoe
Because kids on the go can never have too many shoes!
ban.do Silicone Luggage Tag
Make your bag stand out from the crowd with this super cute luggage tag!
Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera - Ice Blue
I gave one of these to my niece last year for her birthday and it was the highlight of her year. Love the fun color and it takes cute pictures too!
MLVOC Pure Memory Foam Travel Pillow
I'm not usually a fan of neck pillows, but this looks like one I might be able to get behind. It has 360-degree support, a cell phone pocket, and memory foam. Might make for the perfect sleep on a trip.
2021 Apple 10.2-inch iPad (Wi-Fi, 64GB) - Space Gray
If you are looking for the perfect gift for a kid on the go, how about the Apple iPad. Perfect for movies and watching the latest Netflix shows!
Personalized Name Plate Gold Bar Bracelet
Delicate and dainty, this name plate bracelet is great for daily wear! This handmade item comes in gold, silver, and rose gold plated, and you can customize it for your favorite traveler.
Dinictis 40L Carry on Flight Approved Travel Backpack
This travel backpack will hold everything you need. Perfect for a day trip, and includes a comfortable chest strap to distribute weight.
I SPY Travel Card Game for Kids
Take your I SPY game to the next level with these travel cards. Perfect for your next road trip!
Crayola Pip Squeaks Washable Markers Set
Your budding artist will love this collection of washable markers. Perfect for creativity on the go!
Portable and Flexible Adjustable Cell Phone Tripod
Your kids will love the ability to take selfies anywhere they go. This tripod is compatible with most phones and can be used for tablets and iPads too!
Rosa Vila Compass Necklace
Make a wish and put it on your necklace. Life is a series of twists and turns, with exciting discoveries around each bend. Let this compass necklace be a reminder to embrace every opportunity to try something different or go somewhere new.
Scratch Off World Map Poster
Designed by travelers, this Large Scratch Off Map (17 x 24”) is made for kids who love travel. All capitals, states or countries were drawn by hand with unstoppable passion for a creative & free world. This Scratchable Map will not only allow to you to track your travels but also share your experiences with your friends.
10" Kindle Fire
This full-featured Fire 10 Tablet (not a toy), comes with a 12-hour battery, access to a variety of streaming platforms, and is perfect for kids on the go.
On the Place Activity Book
This book is packed with plenty to keep kids occupied at the airport or during the flight. There are planes to decorate, matching games, fill-in-the-face drawing tasks, true-or-false airplane and flying facts, and behind-the-scenes diagrams to explore.
iClever Kids Headphones
These comfortable, foldable headphones come with volume limiting capability to protect young ears.
Frisbee Rings
These frisbee rings are great for travel. Easy to pack and you can use them just about anywhere. Great for road trips when the kids need to blow off some steam!
The Ultimate Travel Journal For Kids: Awesome Activities for Your Adventures
It’s time to hit the road on your next family adventure―and kids will remember every second of fun-filled adventure. The Ultimate Travel Journal for Kids is packed with journaling prompts and activities for up to four, so that no memory goes unwritten.
Inside these travel activities for kids, 6-9-year-olds will find guided prompts to record hopes for their trip, highlights, new discoveries and more. Plus, this journal includes ultra-fun travel activities for kids likes fill-in the blanks and crosswords for endless entertainment.
Wikki Stix Traveler Playset
This package includes 144 Wikki Stix for tons of fun as well as a 12-page activity book with ideas and illustrations. Sure to spark creativity in any child!
Rockland Melbourne 20 Inch Expandable Carry On Luggage
This lightweight luggage comes in a large variety of colors, and is extremely durable. Has spinner wheels and a telescoping handle. They'll never have trouble finding their back on the carousel!
Little Passports sounds like so much fun! I have them on my list as well for gift ideas! Now I just need a kid so I can try it out haha
We just started our Little Passports subscription. So fun!
Great picks, Kirsten! 🙂 We love Spot It. 🙂
Thanks for sharing with us at Mommy Monday!
XOXO
Thanks Dean!
Great List! We have some kid headphones but the second pair has just broken.. I think I’m going to invest in these nicer ones. LOVE the magnetibook – just picked one up for my son last week.
Very cool! Our boys love these headphones and they are very durable!
What fantastic suggestions ! I love the Little Passports kits (and am planning to try it out for my daughter). I only wish they had one for my age. 🙂
Tara, you can play along with her!
These are great suggestions, thanks! I really like the idea behind the UNICEF power kid band, I’ll have to see if they are available in the UK as we will be heading back there this year for the holidays (I definitely know they don’t have them in Mexico!) 🙂
Maybe someone in the US can send them to you? Not sure how that works, but I love the idea behind them.