Stumped at what to give your favorite traveler who already knows how to identify cheap travel options, whether cheap airplane tickets, discount hotel rooms or cheap vacation packages?
The following are some new gift ideas for people who spend a lot of time away from home:
Sittin Bag is a carry-on rolling bag that comes with a foldout seat attached to the side. This seat provides a convenient way to rest while waiting in long security lines or busy train stations. Magellans sells this bag for $155.
XShot is a telescopic rod that attaches to a digital camera or handheld video camera enabling the user to be in the picture without awkwardly having to stretch an arm or request a stranger take the picture. XShot sells this item for $30.
Tumi plug adaptor comes with prongs that can be pushed in and out resulting in it powering devices such as MP3 players, digital cameras and cell phones in 150 countries. Tumi sells this electric adaptor for $50.
The Counterfeit Mailbag comes in leather and provides plenty of space to store everything needed for long haul flights including a laptop, iPad and other key items. J Peterman sells this bag for $349.
Bose Quiet Comfort Noise Cancelling headphones keep screaming babies and loud cell phone users from disrupting travelers. Bose sells these headphones for $300.
The blue and white Pan Am airline bag has gained popularity for its retro style as a result of the Pan Am TV show. Wayfair sells this bag for $74.
Smart Tubes are a set of two 2 ounce containers in attractive pastel colors perfect for travelers who want to carry-on a small amount of a favorite liquid or gel product. Wayfair sells these containers for $19.
Safe Skies Locks are TSA approved luggage locks that turn any common dark colored bag on the baggage carousel into a very recognizable fashion statement. Safe Skies Locks sells these fashion locks for $13 to $15.
The VinniBag is a reusable bag with inflatable air chambers designed to protect and insulate fragile items. The bag was designed to hold wine bottle but can accommodate many other shapes and sizes and is made of transparent material making visual inspection possible without having to open the bag. Flight 001 sells this bag for $30.
The Solio Bolt charger comes with an on board battery and rotating solar panels that generates power from the sun, a USB port, or wall outlet to power mobile devices. Store Solio sells this charger for $70.
The Instant Charger, Powerhouse Charger and Pocket Charger all provide hours of additional power when mobile devices need power. They connect via USB cords to devices and recharge via a USB cord to a computer. They are compact, lightweight and often cheaper than purchasing extra batteries for gadgets. Duracell sells these chargers starting at $20. www.cheapfares.com