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AirFly Pro Bluetooth Audio Transmitter
With this simple transmitter, you'll never again find yourself on a plane finding yourself unable to use your Bluetooth earphones or headphones to listen to movies on board. Amazon users say that not having to worry about cords while using the in-flight entertainment system makes traveling that much more enjoyable.
For men who don't want to carry a bag
Gonex Compression Packing Cubes
If the man in your life is like me, he packs light and packs a carry-on. But if he likes to bring more than just one pair of jeans and sneakers when he travels, or if he might pick up some things for himself or his family along the way, these space-age-inspired compression packing cubes will magically create more space in his luggage. Testers at the Good Housekeeping Institute say the cubes are functional for the price, a good size, and highly compressible.
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RFID Blocking Travel Wallet
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This zippered, RFID-blocking pocket-sized wallet helps traveling men stay one step ahead of scammers by safely storing their passport, credit cards, cash, train tickets and other important travel documents while traveling.
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Gifts for boyfriend or husband
Adventure Challenge: Travel
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With games, scratch challenges, prompts and reminders, this ingenious interactive book will help him be more present and enjoy each moment, making your trip together more fulfilling.
Little things
Steripod Clip-on Toothbrush Protector
My wife thinks it's gross that I just throw my toothbrush in my backpack without thinking about what it's touching before putting it in my mouth, and she's right, that's why every traveling guy needs this toothbrush protector with natural peppermint essential oil that leaves a refreshing minty scent.
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Travel Backpacks
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Unique Gifts
Atlas & Green Scratch Off World Maps
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We guys are competitive, so if he's counting the countries he's visited like me, he'll have this awesome scratch map to keep track of his progress and show off when his friends come over to visit his hideout.
His Accessories
watch travel case
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For men, the main goal of packing for a trip is to make sure all your important belongings are safely stowed away, and this nifty travel case neatly stores up to two watches, cufflinks, bracelets, rings and more, so everything stays in place when you unpack.
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Anker Portable Charger
Simply put, you shouldn't travel without a fully charged power bank. You can't afford to let your phone die while on the road or flying. This slim, portable power bank will fully charge your phone twice and fast charge itself, so it's ready to go when the time comes. Amazon users love the size and battery life.
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Stay hydrated
Larq Filtered Water Bottle
As we recently learned, the water in many cities is unfortunately not drinkable. That's where this great reusable water bottle with a replaceable filter comes in. Activated charcoal traps contaminants, keeping you hydrated wherever you travel. Still, testers at the Good Housekeeping Institute rated it drinkable, a problem with other filtered water bottles.
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In-flight phone holder
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This phone holder is a must-have for any guy who can't stand a long plane trip without watching a downloaded show or movie. Just clip it to the tray table of the seat in front of you and you can lean back and relax while you rewatch an episode of The Office, GoT, or The Wire. Amazon users say it has a good grip.
Perfect for carry-on
Twelve South Book Book Caddysack
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Twelve South is a small family-owned business based in Charleston that makes beautiful leather travel organizers for men to store their essential electronic cables, plugs, and wires.
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For hairy travelers
Scotch Porter Conditioning Beard Balm
Maybe it's the change in altitude or humidity in the air depending on your location, but travel can wreak havoc on a man's beard. Scotch Porter Beard Balm will instantly condition and hydrate your beard, helping to get that beautiful face shining again.
Useful gifts
Samsonite Windguard Umbrella
This travel umbrella is compact enough to fit in your travel backpack, and according to our Textile Lab, it's tough enough to withstand a fair bit of rain and wind.
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Romantic Gifts
Picnic Backpack
For romantic men, this is one travel gift for men that's sure to make your partner fall in love with you. This retro brown-striped picnic backpack features a blanket on one side and a wine bottle holder on the other. Inside, it contains all the cutlery, plates, glasses, and linen napkins you need to transform an ordinary day at the park into a scene straight out of a Jane Austen novel.
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If you travel a lot for work
Conair Power Steam Handheld Travel Garment Steamer
I go out in jeans and a hoodie every day, but if your guy is traveling to close a big business deal, he needs his dress shirts, slacks and sport coat to look like new. This travel steamer will prevent wrinkles and help him walk into that important client meeting with confidence. It works so well, it won Good Housekeeping's Best Cleaning & Organizing Award.
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Great gift for campers
Sea to Summit Light Travel Clothesline
When it comes to camping or hiking, this nifty little travel gift for men fits into any crevice of your backpack, allowing you to hang your swim trunks (and other clothing) on ​​a clothesline and ready to wear wherever you are.
Inexpensive tech gifts for travelers
Universal Travel Adapter
If you're traveling internationally, this is the perfect travel gift because it comes with one adapter for every type of outlet, so you can plug in and charge wherever you are, whether that's London, Paris, Santiago or Melbourne, Australia.
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Great for organizing
Hanging Travel Toiletry Bag
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Gritty soap, beard balm, shampoo, Manscaped razors, and all the items you need for your nightly face care all fit together in this organized toiletry bag that can be hung on the back of any hotel door.
AeroPress Go Travel Coffee Press Kit
To be honest, I've never been a coffee drinker. I'm a natural born energizer bunny and I get to be energized every day, but I understand how weird this is. If your guy needs his morning coffee, give him this travel coffee press as a travel gift. Whether he's in a hotel, an Airbnb, or camping and hiking in the remote mountains, he'll always have his morning pick-me-up on hand. This coffee press won a Good Housekeeping Coffee and Tea Award because it's so easy to use.
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Jeff is a father of two daughters, an avid traveller, photographer, author and freelance writer. He lives outside Philadelphia with his wife and cat. His articles have appeared in print and online publications including Good Housekeeping, Parents, Fodor's, Food and Wine, Real Simple and Reader's Digest. Jeff is the publisher of the quarterly literary magazine Stanchion and his book, Streets Cats and Where to Find Them, will be published by Running Press in summer 2025.
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