Let’s pause from all the amazing family-travel destinations we cover and turn to that uber-organizer, reservation-maker, suitcase-packer, list-maker, all-around-problem solver MOM who sits at the helm of the traveling family. Know one? We thought so. Are you one? Share this article with someone in your life … hint, hint.
We’ve rounded up a collection of useful and even fun travel gifts for the world- wandering mom, whether that’s you, or your own mom, sister, aunt, mother-in-law, or grandmother. Take a peek!
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Tech Kit
If you’re like our family, the tech portion of the packing list is practically longer than the clothing portion. Keep your gadgets and wires organized with this easy-to-pack tech kit. There’s a magnetic slip pocket for your power bank, a stretchy pocket for a mouse, an elastic strip that organizes cables, a spot for headphones, and more. Plus, the fabric and lining are made from recycled PET plastic water bottles, so you can use it with good conscience.
All the techie things. Photo by Amazon
Home for Your Jewelry
Second to tech cables, necklaces and bracelets easily tangle when we travel. As beautiful as it is functional, this clutch jewelry travel case is the answer. It’s the ideal size to bring along your very favorite pieces.
Everything she needs: untangled! Photo by Amazon
Fun Packing Cubes
For the uber-organizer mom, packing cubes are a must. The whole family will fall for these lightweight, waterproof compression bags in various sizes and with different closures. From corralling socks to storing bathing suits to making sure everyone’s PJs are in the right place, these will quickly earn their place on the travel checklist. Plus, they come in a variety of designs and colors to suit your mom’s personality.
Everything in its place and a place for everything (every mom’s mantra). Photo by Timur Weber.
Stylish Sling Bag
Treat mom to this leather sling bag to keep her valuable possessions close to their body while still looking fashionable. The durable, timeless bag has an adjustable webbed strap, a back zipper pocket, and an interior card holder. Mom can wear it crossbody or around her waist, and it may quickly become a favorite not just for travel, but for running around town.
When your bag is cute, no one needs to know there are baby wipes and yogurt snacks inside. Photo by Amazon
Extra Totes
Who comes home from a great trip with the same amount of luggage they left home with? No one, ever. Gift your mom with a few extra bags to bring home those specialty food items, must-have accessories, or kitschy souvenirs. Go luxury with a TUMI tote from their aptly named “Just in Case” collection. It’s packable, folds flat, and zips shut. Want something a bit more affordable, super cute, and easy to bring along? Snag a couple of Baggu bags for shopping while you’re out of town, or to bring home any goodies you’ve found along the way.
Because there’s always more stuff. Photo by Amazon.
Bellroy Light Daypack
No need for Mom to shoulder a kid’s worn-out school backpack or smelly travel soccer bag on your next trip. This Bellroy light daypack packs flat for travel, then fits the bill when you’re on the go in your destination, with padded, breathable back panels, contoured shoulder straps, an adjustable chest strap, and loads of pockets (we love pockets!).
Oh, the places you’ll go … in style. Photo by Ibrahim Rifath.
Cozy Travel Scarf
No more chilly flights or being caught off guard in your less-than-formal t-shirt when you’re sightseeing somewhere a bit more sophisticated. This 100% organic cotton travel scarf is not only a warm layer on a flight or a brisk evening, but also elevates any outfit. It’s super soft … and it’s machine-washable. Another great option that’s made of 50% cashmere and 50% wool is this one…plus it’s a little lighter on the waller.
No one needs to know there are spit-up stains underneath that gorgeous scarf. Photo by Amazon.
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Supportive Travel Pillow
Five members in our traveling family, and we somehow only have two travel pillows. How? I’m adding this memory foam FlyHugz to my wishlist, so if anyone’s seeking a Mother’s Day gift, here’s an easy A. The pillow velcros shut for a customized fit and ensures that your neck is aligned with your spine – not waking up with a crick in your neck! Plus, it has a washable, removable cover you can just pop in the washing machine.
This! Please and thank you! Photo by Amazon
Sleep Mask
Give Mom the gift of shut-eye with this Slip Lovely Lashes Contour Sleep Mask, made of 100% silk. The contoured design means no pressure around the eyes, and the silk fabric is gentle on sensitive skin (and prevents sleep creases!). No matter what time zone you’re traveling in, she’ll thank you for restful, uninterrupted sleep.
Pretty in pink. Photo by Amazon
Wine Wands
Yes, mom loves to have wine with her friends on a girls’ getaway but she doesn’t love how the sulfites and pesticides make her feel the next day. Stir one of these wine wands in a glass of red, rosé, or white wine to filter out sulfites & histamines as you stir, without affecting flavor or aroma. Enjoy a pure pour with every glass. Each wand purifies up to 3 glasses of wine.
Stirring up the magic. Photo courtesy of Amazon.
Eye Gel Patches
Eye patches are having a moment. This easily packable set comes with six pairs of three of Peter Thomas Roth’s fan-favorites. Mom can choose 24k Gold Pure Luxury Lift & Firm Hydra-Gel Patches, Cucumber D-Tox Hydra-Gel Eye Patches, or Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydra-Gel Eye Patches … or just bring them all along.
Pretty eyes, pretty day. Photo by ShopBop
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Collapsible Water Bottle
When space is at a premium in your packing game, this collapsible water bottle comes in extra handy. It holds 25 ounces of liquid when full, but packs down to a 1.5-inch profile. It’s water-tight to prevent leaks and spills (who needs that on an airplane?). While you’re buying one for Mom, how about one for every member of the family?
Now you see it, now you don’t. Photo by Amazon.
LMNT Electrolytes
Fill that water bottle with the electrolytes that’ll keep her hydrated and feeling great after a grueling trip overseas or to the market. These travel-sized pouches are filled with the nutrients that every cell needs to function at its optimum level, and if her cells are functioning, then so is she. There’s nothing like a smile to show how good Mom feels inside.
Watermelon is our fav, but everyone can choose their own yummy drink. Photo courtesy of Amazon.
Yahtzee on the Go
For the mom who loves to play games, Yahtzee on the Go is the antidote to long layovers, delayed trains, and keeping kids entertained while waiting for food at a restaurant. Prefer letters to numbers? Go with our favorite, Boggle on the Go.
Mom’s Day gift-spiration. Photo by Pexels.
Birdie Personal Protection Device
The statistics are bad, and even though we don’t want to dwell on them, it’s nice to have an easy way to alert passersby that trouble is facing Mom. Pulling the top off this small stick sends off a 130db blast, equivalent to a jet engine, sure to disorient and hopefully scare away a potential threat. It will definitely bring attention to a situation that needs attention.
Travel Journal
If Mom loves paper as much as we do, then choose from a selection of hip journals dedicated to preserving her thoughts while she travels, things she’s grateful for throughout the day, or recipes she loves and wants to pass down.
Keep those thoughts for herself. Photo courtesy of Amazon.
Easy Make-Up Remover
Just add water to this Amalfi, Italy-inspired 7-day Limoncello set to swipe off make-up and sunscreen, including waterproof varieties. One side erases, while one side exfoliates the skin. Simply wet with warm water, then use gentle circular motions to remove makeup. When you get home, toss them all in the washer and dryer. The set includes seven erasers, a hair clip, and a dedicated laundry bag.
Take it all off! Photo by Amazon
Luggage Caddy
This one is also going on my personal wishlist. The first place I stop after clearing security on an early morning flight is Starbucks, but then comes the juggling act of holding a hot beverage while navigating the terminal, stopping to fill water bottles, getting out headphones, or wiping up a kid spill. Slide this caddy over your suitcase handle and use the compartments for coffee, your phone, your passport, whatever you want!
No one needs spills before take-off. Photo by Amazon
Wet Bag
You know when your kids want to jump in the pool or hit the waves “just one more time” before your flight and all you’re thinking about is the wet swimsuits in your luggage? Mom does. Give her a Tiny Twinkle Wet Bag, or two, ensuring that everything stays dry and fresh in her suitcase, even if there’s a soggy swimsuit in there, muddy socks, or sweaty workout clothes.
No one likes a wet spot. Photo by Amazon
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