2019 Holiday Travel Gifts & Gear

Unique, new products that make great holiday travel gifts, curated from a variety of travel sources. Bonus: a travel services that allows us buy a cruise now but pay over time.

The Infinity Pillow ($39.90/Amazon) is portable comfort when you want it, and rolls up into a compact size when you need to store it. 

Six Features In One Pillow:

  • Neck support, Lumbar pillow, Window pillow, Desk pillow, Eye mask, Noise canceling pillow 
  • Breathable bamboo fabric cover. Made with signature temperature regulating materials inside to keep you cool.
  • Machine washable

 Check out the reviews and the variety of colors on Amazon.

Safety First Travel Pants & Shorts

Eleven Pick-Pocket Proof™ pockets ($99.99) perfectly compartmentalize life on the go. Smartphone pockets, secure compartments for your wallet, hidden passport pockets, expandable pockets for guidebooks, and places for everything else you pick up or carry along on your travels are sewn right into the pants. Wrinkle-repellant, water and stain resistant, the lightweight Men’s Adventure Shorts are perfect for camping, day trips, city travel and outdoor exploration.

The Jacket of All Trades

You want a functional, packable windbreaker for unexpected wind and light rain. But what happens when your thin lightweight jacket can’t withstand the wear and tear?

Coalatree introduces the Whistler Windbreaker ($72/direct) with self-adhering technology. Complete with a nylon exterior and ripstop interior, you’re able to rub your fingers together over the fabric to help heal any punctures that may be caused while out adventuring through the mountains or exploring the city. It is the perfect lightweight jacket for every time we recommend a lightweight jacket. Like Alaska. Or on a tour.

 Pudus Slipper Socks

Featuring extra-fluffy sherpa lining and non-slip grippers, Pudus’ Slipper Sock collection (starts at $19.99/Amazon) wraps your feet in warmth so you can lounge in comfort and style. With over 75 trendy styles and one-size fits most design, you will be sure to find something for everyone – making them the perfect gift for any occasion!

Dr. Segal’s Socks

Introducing a sock that does amazing things for your body and looks great too! Dr. Segal’s Energy Socks (starts at $27.99/Amazon) improve your energy, reduce unnecessary pain and swelling, and decrease the risk of varicose veins and blood clots by increasing blood circulation.

Mizu 360 V7 Everyday Kit 

Taking the road less traveled, you don’t always know when you’ll find a clean water source. The Mizu 360 V7 Everyday Kit ($59.95/Amazon) keeps your water cold for 24 hours. Use the silicone straw when you have access to a filtered water source or twist on the Everyday Filter for instant filtration when you don’t. No, there is not a V8 version.

Doctor Plotka’s Toothbrush

Doctor Plotka’s Toothbrush ( $5.99-$41.99/Amazon) is embedded with silver technology to eliminate 99.9% of bacteria build-up for up to 6 hours after brushing, you can keep those germs away while you show off your pearly whites all winter long! I do not know Dr Plotka personally, however.

Buy Now, Pay Over Time

Continuing its efforts at making a cruise vacation available to everyone, Carnival Cruise Line is partnering with Uplift to bring flexible pay-over-time options to Carnival guests.

Instead of paying for the cruise at the time of booking, Uplift Pay Monthly gives Carnival’s guests the freedom to finance their trip and pay over time.