23 WIRED-Approved Gifts for Frequent Travelers (2026)

Boutayna Chokrane GearJul 29, 2026 7:34 AMSmart Gifts for Travelers Who Live Out of a SuitcaseFor the frequent flier who treats the Delta Sky Club like their second home.CommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyFeatured in this articleA Trackable Carry-OnJuly Trackable Carry-On With CaseSafeRead more$295 JulyA Sun HatSolbari Resort Wide Brim Sun HatRead more$79 SolbariCompression Packing CubesEagle Creek Pack-It Reveal Carry-On SetRead more$104 AmazonA Portable Hair DryerDyson Supersonic r Hair DryerRead more$550 NordstromGifts for travelers should focus on ease and peace of mind. Even the most seasoned globetrotter can find traveling stressful. Between packing, navigating overcrowded terminals, and living out of a suitcase, it can be overwhelming. Most jet-setters have their travel routine down to a science, but the perfect gift can enhance any experience, whether it's a three-day business retreat or a two-week adventure across Europe.We’ve put together a list of essentials and luxurious gifts for travelers, from noise-canceling headphones to a weekend bag that carries it all. Be sure to check out our other gift guides as well, including the Best Gifts for Women, Gifts for Coworkers, and Best Stocking Stuffers.Updated July 2026: I've added the Solbari Resort Wide Brim Sun Hat and removed discontinued products. Prices and links were also updated.A Trackable Carry-OnPhotograph: Adrienne SoPhotograph: Adrienne SoPhotograph: Adrienne SoChevronChevronSave to wishlistSave to wishlistJulyTrackable Carry-On With CaseSafe$295 JulyJuly's latest suitcase has CaseSafe, built-in technology that is a Bluetooth tracker that works with both Android Find Hub and iOS Find My. Simply open the suitcase, locate the tracker, pull the tab, and pair it with the respective app. There's also an ejectable USB-C rechargeable power bank beneath the handle. You can easily smarten up an old suitcase by adding an AirTag and a power bank, but having them built in means you cannot lose the tracker in a stray sock, and I like that the battery is accessible, so you can pop it out in case you need to gate-check your bag.In every other respect, July makes suitcases that many WIRED staffers have been happy with. I particularly like the wide range of heights on the handle and the distinctive, protective bumpers—my own two kids have played Bumper Suitcase while riding on July luggage at boring moments in the terminal, and they are still undamaged. It's worth noting that the carry-on is slightly too wide to meet some domestic airlines' size specifications, so check your favorite airline before you buy any suitcase. —Adrienne SoA Sun HatPhotograph: Nena FarrellPhotograph: Nena FarrellChevronChevronSave to wishlistSave to wishlistSolbariResort Wide Brim Sun Hat$79 SolbariIf you know a frequent traveler who’s always headed somewhere sunny and comes back with a sunburn to match, this UPF 50+ hat can keep their face and scalp safe from the sun’s bright rays. Solbari’s hats are all designed as sun protection with Ultraviolet Protection Factor built in. As a San Diego resident, I especially like this cute hat to keep my scalp from getting sunburned, but it would work well in any sunny setting. It travels well, too, since it’s soft and flexible. I throw it into the bottom of my beach bag or stroller for my outings, and it would be plenty easy to add to a carry-on without taking up much space at all. —Nena FarrellCompression Packing CubesPhotograph: Kat MerckPhotograph: Kat MerckCourtesy of Eagle CreekChevronChevronSave to wishlistSave to wishlistEagle CreekPack-It Reveal Carry-On Set$104 Amazon$104 Eagle CreekFrequent travelers who don't use collapsible cubes when packing are struggling, and they don't even know it. Give them this travel tip: Eagle Creek's set is the best, made of durable fabric with high-quality zipper pulls. Editor Kat Merck says there's just enough mesh for air circulation to prevent odor buildup or fabric degradation, a