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Looking for the perfect wedding gifts for traveling couples?
When I first wrote this post, it was before our own April 2016 wedding, and I was hunting around for things to add to our wedding registry. To be honest, I found it a bit challenging to find the right gifts for us.
Traditionally, newly married couples are given china, bedding, kitchen wares, and other items that seem to announce “congratulations, you are adults (with good china!).” These are wonderful items that are usually treasured and well-used.
But for a couple who travels frequently, those kinds of gifts may be less practical. When we were married, we were not yet intending to settle in one place and so those well-intentioned items would end up in storage, growing dusty with disuse. And even couples who are more settled tend to have a lot of these things already.
Wouldn’t it be better to give the travel-loving couple something they truly need, or that they would just be head over heels for?
So what can you get for the couple on the go? What gifts are appropriate for those who will say “I do” and then jet off and see the world?
Realizing that there was no go-to resource for wedding gifts for traveling couples, we’ve compiled a big list of items that we think would make delightful options, whether for a wedding occasion or otherwise.
♥ The Best Wedding Gifts for Travel Lovers: Couples & Adventurous Duos ♥
A Scratch Off Map of the World
A scratch-off map has become the go-to gift for the travel lover in recent years. It's an especially good choice for couples who want to track their adventures together! This map set actually comes with both USA and world map- a great deal!
Comfortably Wild: The Best Glamping Destinations in North America
Does the couple in your life LOVE to get outside? Are they glamping enthusiasts? This book would be a beautiful addition to their shelves.
Gorgeous landscapes, outdoor adventures, creative design, and a glass of wine at the end of the day, glamping is our idea of the great outdoors! Written by our friends Mike & Anne of HoneyTrek, Comfortably Wild is the culmination of their 2.5-year, nine-country, 73,00-mile quest to find the best glamping destinations in North America.
Our Adventures Book: Bucket List Journal for Couples
We're huge proponents of the couples bucket list, and it's extra special to be able to record all of those plans and adventures. For the traveling couple in your life, a bucket list book like this one would make an excellent present.
His & Hers Luggage Tags
This set of luggage tags is great for the jet-setting duo. They can easily label their own suitcase or backpack, plus any shared luggage. Plus, these are a classy set of tags!
A multipiece luggage set
If you can't find specific "his and hers luggage", then why not gift the couple with a beautiful set they can share? This Tommy Bahama 4-piece set is classic and gorgeous, and should be able to hold a couple's stuff nicely.
A set of in-flight essentials for each
There's nothing like a long flight to drain you of energy. But with the right items, you can feel rested and rejuvenated, and ready to take on your destination. Grab a couple of these sets to gift to the traveling couple you love.
The Cocktail Box Co. Premium Cocktail Kit - The Old Fashioned
Speaking of long flights, this travel-sized cocktail kit can ensure that a flight is anything but dull and boring. There are different kits available so your recipients can make their favorite cocktail option.
His & Hers Passport Covers
The classic gift for a globetrotting duo! While there are lots of options for matching passport covers, including some that say Mr. & Mrs. (perfect for newlyweds), we like these colorful versions that you can have personalized with the couples' names.
Ultimate Journeys for Two: Extraordinary Destinations on Every Continent
Give them all the inspiration they need for the best romantic destinations on earth. This book was written by two well-traveled bloggers who suggest great spots on every continent. A must-have for their library or coffee table.
Travel-Inspired Art - 11x14 Unframed Art Print
When not on the go, the couple who loves travel can be reminded of their favorite hobby/passion with some well-chosen wanderlusty art. This wall print is a great choice for something that combines love and travel.
His and Hers Bamboo Tumblers Stainless Steel Water Bottle
Minimalist, stylish couples will love these matching bamboo insulated tumblers. They are designed for both hot and cold beverages and are an ideal accessory for an adventure.
Picnic Backpack Bag
Picnics are so fun for couples, and wonderfully romantic. Make planning a picnic date super easy for the couple you love with this clever picnic basket backpack. It has everything they need for an awesome meal outdoors.
Picnic Basket for 2, Willow Hamper Set
Instead of the backpack, consider a traditional basket, complete with charming fabric interior.
Packing Cubes Set Travel Luggage Bags Organizer Durable Travel Accessories for Family
To help your travel friends be better organized, packing cubes are a lifesaver. Many frequent travelers swear by these for a less-stressful luggage experience.
Mr. and Mrs. Honeymooners Travel Bag Gift Set
A good toiletry bag is a priceless travel essential.
Mr. and Mrs. Travel Laundry Bag
Married couples share everything....but they might not want to share their laundry! With these Mr. and Mrs. bags they won't have to, even on a trip.
Fun Together - Tinggly Voucher for Two/Gift Card in a Gift Box
Have you heard of Tinggly? This company provides a way for you to gift experiences to loved ones. The vouchers let the recipient choose from hundreds of activities so they can be sure to pick what they're most excited about.
Airbnb Gift Card
Not sure what to buy for the couple who loves travel? An AirBnb gift provides them with the actual gift of travel. It's a BIG win!
Gamie Magnetic Board Travel Game Set Includes 12 Retro Fun Games
This set comes with 12 games that are just the right size for playing on a trip. Lots of fun, especially on a long layover.
Matching Couples Travel Shirts,
Semi-matching shirts like this are darn cute, and are especially great for a wedding gift or other special event, too.
Our Adventure Book Scrapbook
This sweet book allows a couple (or a family) to keep track of all their greatest adventures together. And it provides the fun of working on something together even after a trip has ended.
Travel Coffee Maker, Electric Portable Espresso Machine
Coffee on the go is essential for us, as it is for most adventuring couples we know. Help them save money on expensive coffee shop lattes with this portable espresso machine.
Hand Lettered Globe
Personalized painted globes are so popular, and there's a reason: they're lovely.
Push Pin Multicolored Wood Travel Map of the World Wall Home Art
Buying home decor can be tricky. But with this unique and neutrally-colored world map, you're almost guaranteed to be making an excellent choice. I don't know the traveling couple that wouldn't love this.
MOON LENCE Camping Tent 2 Person Tent
We include a 2-person tent on almost every single one of our couples gift guides. Why? It just makes an amazingly perfect gift for two!
Adventure Wooden Bank
Help them save for their next adventure with this bank that lets them watch their pile of pennies grow!
His and hers sleep mask set
Sleep masks can make a long flight so much more relaxing (or help block out the light in a busy hostel). Get a sweet pair for him and her, like these subtle mustache and eyelash sleep masks.
Canon T7 EOS Rebel DSLR Camera with 18-55mm and 75-300mm Lenses Kit + Accessory Bundle
You'll be forever remembered as the world's best gift-giver when you surprise the couple with this incredible professional camera set and full accessory kit. In fact, they will almost be ready to become professional couples travel bloggers if they want to!
Odoland 10pcs Camping Cookware Mess Kit
If you're gifting to a couple that loves to camp (or wants to get started camping as a couple) this comprehensive 10 piece kit is an ideal base for camp cooking.
Oh The Places We've Been 7 x 7 Black Wood Framed Shadow Box Ticket Stub Holder
It's always so hard to figure out a good place to store little travel memorabilia like ticket stubs and other paper items. But here is a super-cute solution!
I Love Her Buns I Love His Guns Matching Couple Gift 2-Pack Aluminum Water Bottles
These are a bit cheesy, but some couples looooove that sort of thing. Is that the couple you're shopping for? Get them these and keep them hydrated!
Coffee of the Month Club - A World Tour of Amazing Coffee
Is the couple on your list a pair of coffee drinkers? Travel-lovers and coffee-lovers will jump for joy over this global coffee of the month club. A delicious brew from around the world arriving to their home each month? I'm sold.
Leather Journal Notebook, MALEDEN Spiral Bound Traveler Notebook
Travel journals are an option you really can't go wrong with, and there are so many gorgeous designs out there to choose from.
KOSIN Survival Gear, 18 in 1 Emergency Survival Kit
Help them out of a potential jam by gifting the travel couple with an all-in-one survival kit. These are excellent to store in a car or bring on a hiking trip.
Not buying for a couple? These also make a great stocking stuffer for men (and women!)
OUR MOMENTS Couples: 100 Thought-Provoking Conversation Starters Card Game
Travel is beneficial to a relationship in many ways, but you can also make time to work specifically on your relationship as you travel. A game like this, designed to spark conversation between partners, is ideal for a travel game that will also have lasting, meaningful impact.
Rosetta Stone: Learn a Language with Lifetime Access - Choose from 24 Languages [Key Card]
Give the gift of a lifetime of language learning. Truly, what could be a more appropriate gift for a world traveler.
LEGO Architecture London Skyline Building Set Model Kit
LEGO makes some fantastic architecture sets featuring famous sites across the globe. If you've got a crafty or game-loving couple to buy for, they just might be psyched to put together one of these sets.
Hamilton Beach Dual Breakfast Sandwich Maker with Timer
Rise and shine! This lightweight breakfast sandwich maker can travel with its owner fairly easily (especially on a road trip or camping trip). And for the couple, the convenience of making two sandwiches at once is priceless. Plus, just look at how clever this machine is! 2020, baby!
Around the World Wine Charm Set
When the couple hosts their next party, they will thank of you, thanks to these adorable travel charms guests can use on their wine glasses.
Wildlife Kitchen Knife Set
The traveling couple can celebrate their love for wildlife around the world with this brightly colored knife set. Paring an apple has never been so enjoyable.
DripDrop ORS - Patented Electrolyte Powder for Dehydration Relief
We were recently introduced to DripDrop and we are hooked! This electrolyte powder provides you with near-instant relief when your body is super dehydrated. Whether you drank too much the night before or are simply recovering from a long dry day of travel, DripDrop will have you feeling better faster with its ultra hydration. Plus, it tastes yummy! This is a great gift for frequent travelers.
Gentlemen's Hardware Enamel Camping Mugs, Set of 2
Does the couple you're gifting love to camp? These camp-friendly enamel mugs are ideal for enjoying a fresh cup of coffee in the morning next to the campfire. Bonus: they are lightweight and travel-inspired.
A vintage travel poster
Many travel fans adore vintage travel posters like this one. You could help them start a new collection by gifting them with a poster featuring their favorite destination.
Fire HD 8 Tablet
Tablets are incredibly fun to travel with -- so much content at their fingertips.
National Parks Map
This stunning handmade map is perfect for that couple that can't get enough of hiking, camping, and exploring in the US National Parks. With a vintage style, this would look lovely in any home.
Stainless Steel Insulated Wine Tumblers - THILY 12 oz Cute Travel Stemless Glasses
These insulated wine tumblers would pair nicely with one of the picnic sets above!
COWIN E7 Active Noise Cancelling Headphones Bluetooth Headphones
Give them the gift of great music, audiobook, or podcast listening when they're on the go. This headphone set is comfy and noise-cancelling. Bliss. **Adds 2 to Cart**
The Wine Savant World Decanter - With 2 Globe Glasses
Look no further. This is literally the best way to display a couple's mutual love of both travel and booze.
Frametory 16x20 Black Picture Frame
A solid, classic frame never goes out of style. They can display their favorite travel photo in one like this.
Business Travel Backpack with USB Charging Port
If you're a frequent traveler, you know how important it is to have a practical carryon bag. It makes the trip (and the whole airport experience) so much smoother. Consider gifting the couple that loves to travel a backpack like this (or two) to improve their travel tenfold.
Eat, Drink, and Be Mad Libs (Adult Mad Libs)
Passing the hours on a long flight or endless road trip is so much more fun with this book of adult mad libs. The couple will be laughing uproariously together as they come up with hilarious word combinations.
A few more of our favorite gift ideas:
The cutest, coziest sleeping bag for two – the TETON Sports Fahrenheit Mammoth 0F Queen Size Sleeping Bag
I for one would definitely like to snuggle up inside this sleeping bag for two. It is great in cold weather and ideal for the adventurous travel couple who plans to head off for a camping honeymoon, or just loves camping in general! Plus, a double sleeping bag is unique and fun; it’s not your average wedding gift. Click here to see the latest prices.
Our friends at Lost With Purpose have more great ideas for gifts for backpackers.
The ultimate in wedding gifts for travel couples – Mr. and Mrs. Passport Covers
Of course the travel-loving engaged couple already has passports! But now they’ll have something chic to outfit them with. Adorable (and classic) His and Hers passport cases. I really like these passport covers as they are simple yet sophisticated.
Plus, flashing them at check-in just might help your travel couple get that much-deserved first-class upgrade on their honeymoon.
Click here to see the latest prices.
Perhaps a pair of Tom Ford sunglasses would be the perfect accessory to accompany these luxurious passport covers for the married couple? Help them arrive to the airport in celebrity style.
A unique personalized globe
In recent years, painted globes have become very popular, and these make absolutely perfect gifts for traveling couples!
You can usually get them customized by artists to say whatever you’d like. For a wedding, the couples’ names and their wedding date create a lovely personalized keepsake they can treasure forever. For couple who love travel and adventure, I can’t think of a more suitable gift.
Here’s a stunning option on Etsy.
An around the world coffee journey
One of the best gifts for couples who travel (and love coffee) is internationally inspired and delicious coffee beans, especially if you can gift them an ongoing subscription. Atlas Coffee Club is the original company with the best global coffee subscription.
Their single-origin coffee is freshly roasted for each order and also comes with a picturesque travel postcard. Definitely an awesome gift (and we’ve tried the coffee—-it’s really great!)
Start married life with a dreamy DSLR – Nikon D3200 DSLR Camera
With the rise of affordable, yet exceptional photography equipment, you can help your lovebirds up their travel photography game. With a camera like this, they can capture incredible images on their travels at a decent price.
The Nikon D3200 is the perfect first DSLR for budding photographers who want the versatility and function of a great camera without spending a fortune.
This is actually the camera that we use for the blog, and we really love it. Click here to see the latest prices.
A map of memories – Scratch World Map – Scratch Off Places You Travel!
These scratch off maps are awesome. Your travel couple friends will be stoked to keep track of their wanders far and wide. Plus, something like this is lightweight and easy to transport, so they won’t be burdened with a heavy or unwieldy object.
This item is pure fun and would definitely be a hit for any traveling couple. Click here to see the latest prices.
An adventurous experience they’ll actually use
Does your travel couple want to go diving with sharks, find their zen at the oldest yoga retreat in India, or ride in a gondola in Venice? You can help make their dream happen for them with a gift collection from Tinggly.
Every collection (there are currently 22 of them) holds hundreds of experiences all around the world.
Your recipients can receive a physical gift box (shipped anywhere in the world in 2-3 working days) or an e-voucher with a personalized note. The recipient can then choose from the hundreds of options in the collection. The toughest part will be picking which adventure to go on!
Do you know a couple (or individual) obsessed with kayaking? Here’s a list of gift ideas for them!
For the lovebirds to get cozy – Winner Outfitters Double Camping Hammock
Here’s another sweet gift anyone would love. This hammock can hold the weight of two people.
This would be an awesome thing to throw in your travel backpack and bring along with you, and again, it’s another lightweight, transportable item. A win! Click here to see the latest prices.
Need more ideas for outdoorsy couples? Here are some more great gift ideas for the outdoor lover!
Get them through long flights – Kindle, 6″ Glare-Free Touchscreen Display, Wi-Fi
If your travel couple spends a lot of time crisscrossing the globe, a Kindle might be the perfect gift. Avid readers will love this portable supply of literature. The only problem for the new bride and groom might be having to share.
Side note—we actually did receive a Kindle as a wedding gift, and guess who kept it all for themself? The male drifter in this duo!! Grrr.
Check the latest Kindle prices here.
For the Insta-lovers – Selfie Stick Quicksnap Pro 3-in-1 Self Portrait
Laugh all you want, but when there’s no one around to take your picture, you’ll be grateful for this goofy piece of equipment.
Send the newlyweds off on their honeymoon with their own personal photographer–the selfie stick.
I am proud to say that we have one and we will use it in public! Click here to see the latest prices.
Everyone Loves a Classy Bag – Lavievert Genuine Leather Toiletry Bag
Click here to see the latest prices.
Get that for the groom, and this for the bride: Travel Makeup Bag – Extra Large Canvas Travel Makeup Bag With Quote
In love! This is one of the perfect gifts for travel lovers! Click here to see the latest prices.
For Any Adventurers – ALPS Mountaineering Meramac 2 Person Tent
Even the couple who stays close to home will love this cozy tent. If the bride and groom have that adventurous spirit, help them have incredible experiences in the woods and wilderness in this pretty little tent. Click here to see the latest prices.
We really adore our Cotopaxi tent, too, if you’re looking for another option.
Keep the Memories Locked Tight – Leather Writing Journal Notebook
You can’t go wrong with a classic, timeless travel journal. The couple can keep a record of their journeys together or separately.
It’s also a great option for them to explore their innermost thoughts and feelings as they take their first steps into the great mystery that is marriage. Click here to see the latest prices.
Tea for Two – GForce GF-P1549-1042 Dual Voltage Electric Kettle Travel Set 0.5 Liter Fast Boil Water Kettle
Even on the go, some people can’t live without their tea. This wedding gift will ensure your favorite couple never goes thirsty on the road.
It’s portable, heats fast, and even comes with a set of two cute little cups. Perfect! Click here to see the latest prices.
Does your couple really love to cook, or more importantly, to EAT?! This list of gifts for foodies is really fantastic!
For the hipster travel couple in your life – 16″ Genuine Leather Retro Rucksack Backpack
I’ve been seeing these awesome leather backpacks/rucksacks everywhere, especially on Instagram, and I am straight up jealous.
A pair of similar bags would be a really chic gift for the trendsetting couple in your life, and there are tons of options in all price ranges on Amazon. Click here to see the latest prices.
A date night subscription box for couples
Subscription boxes are all the rage these days. Who wouldn’t love something cool (and romantic) arriving to their door every month? You can gift your favorite couple a few months of dates delivered right to their home.
Plus, these are light and small, so the traveling couple can take them on the go.
One option we recommend is Crated With Love, which is an affordable option that has a different monthly theme with each box. With our link, you can get $5 off your first box.
Need more ideas? Check out our other unique gift guides for couples:
- Gifts for Minimalists and Travelers
- 20+ Stocking Stuffers for Husbands + Boyfriends
- Christmas Gifts for Newlyweds
- The Best Travel Backpacks for Europe
- 20+ Gifts for Hikers
- 30+ Great Camping Gifts
- Christmas Gifts for Couples
- Gifts for Ladies Who Love Travel
Amy Hartle is the author of Do You Love Me? How To Stop Seeking Reassurance in Relationships, a book on reassurance seeking and relationship anxiety. Both her book and this blog are born of personal experience; Amy shares expert relationship advice from the lessons learned during her own 10+ years with her husband, as well as couples travel tips and romantic getaway recommendations, all gleaned while traveling the world together.