From stocking stuffers to practical travel gear, the final part of the Travel Nibble gift guide will delight everybody in your list.
evolvetogether Serengeti Tote Bag
Help reduce your use of wasteful single-use plastic bags with this 100 percent biodegradable tote. This roomy carrier is made of food-safe compostable material that you will want to bring with you to the grocery, farmers market, or wherever you may be traveling.
$29.95, evolvetogether.com
SealLine E-Case set
When you’re heading somewhere that has a risk of your mobile device taking a dip, such as Reykjavik’s amazing Sky Lagoon, place your iPhone or Samsung Galaxy inside this ultra-clear polyurethane case. Each case is individually tested to ensure it meets the international IPX7 standard for full immersion in a meter of water for 30 minutes.
from $24.95, seallinegear.com
PackTowl UltraLite Body Towel
Staying at a hostel? Crashing at your buddy’s place? Do not forget to pack this ultralight microfiber towel. Weighing just 3.4 ounces (the largest, the beach model, clocks in at 5.1 ounces), the UltraLite is perfect for drying yourself off without the unnecessary bulk of a regular towel.
$42,95, packtowl.com
Roll Recovery R8 Plus
Paying attention to your recovery is as important as the muscle work that happens beforehand. This easy-to-use, FDA-registered roller is built with the highest quality of materials to deliver a deep tissue-style massage to your quads, hamstrings, calves, arms, and more. The adjustment dial allows you to tune how much pressure it will apply with each pass.
$169, rollrecovery.com
Gregory Border Carry-On 40
Made for quick trips, even in Basic Economy, this 40-liter day pack has an ActiveShield compartment meant for dirty or wet garments, keeping their odors, moisture, and potentially, germs, from soiling the rest of your gear. There’s a padded sleeve for laptops and tablets, and a side mesh pocket for a water bottle.
$149.95, gregorypacks.com
Otterbox Otter + Pop Symmetry Series
It’s not hard to emphasize the importance of your phone having a protective case, especially when you’re traveling. In the shuffle of toting your carry-on bag, coat, and crying toddler, sometimes your phone becomes a victim to unwanted butter fingers.
The Symmetry series is drop tested over three times the military standard—the clumsiest of you lot, rejoice—and is Qi wireless compatible. Fifty percent of the case is made of recycled plastic.
$59.95, otterbox.com
Hydro Flask 32 oz. Wide Mouth Trail Series Bottle
The Trail series line-up takes everything great about Hydro Flask water bottles (such as the TempShield insulation that keeps beverages cold for up to 24 hours and hot for 12) and packs it in an 18/8 pro-grade stainless steel body. The result is a collection of 24- and 32-ounce bottles that are 25 percent lighter than their counterparts. And when you’re looking at ways to economize your baggage allowance, every ounce helps.
$49.95, hydroflask.com
O Positive RETRO ACNE Capsules
For those who still struggle with an oily T-zone, acne breakouts—especially during these months—this cruelty-free, vegetarian, and gluten-free supplement line helps reduce the number and severity of non-cystic breakouts. Crafted with a combination of Lactoferrin, zinc, and vitamin E, you can look forward to improved pore appearance and fewer spots in as little as two weeks.
$34.99, opositiv.com
Tailwind Active Hydration Drink Mix
Keep the bloat after stepping off the plane by upping you water intake before and during the flight. Help things further by emptying a packet of this electrolyte-, collagen-, and vitamin C-enhanced drink mix to your reusable water bottle (that you hopefully filled up once you got airside at the airport). It has no artificial or salty aftertaste typically found in electrolyte drinks.
Yuba FastRack Cargo Bike
For the city-dweller that needs the convenience of an e-bike but does not have the abundant storage space of a suburban home, this compact model—its lithe frame can be stored upright—is the solution for you. Sturdy enough to carry up to 440 pounds, the FastRack features four cargo-carrying modes in one compact system: sideloader, carry-on, flat, and compact.
$4799, yubabikes.com
Kuiu Base Camp Cordura Dopp Kit
Made of the same Cordura fabric that’s meant for outdoor packs, this Dopp kit is long enough—10 inches—to fit a typical razor and its accompanying case. Even better: The razor will not take up the entire toiletry bag! On top of the roomy interior, it has three extra storage pockets for the rest of your toiletries.
$49, kuiu.com
Roll Recovery R1 Percussion
Give your back some much-needed relief after hours of sitting down in an economy-class seat with the R1 Percussion. This portable massager comes with four attachment heads and four speed settings for the perfect therapy. You will get about seven hours of service from a full charge, and you can top it up with any USB-C charger.
$129, rollrecovery.com
Topo Designs Global Travel Bag Roller
This carry-on compliant soft-shell suitcase has two internal compartments, both with mesh and lined pockets for holding all your gear. The heavy-duty, crush-proof wheels will stand up to most cobblestone streets.
You can schlep this bag in one of three ways: through its side grab handles, stowable backpack straps, or the telescoping handle.
$299, topodesigns.com
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