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Mother's Day Gift Ideas for Moms who Love to Travel

Updated: May 3


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Mother's Day is fast approaching with just under a month to go. This year it falls on May 12, the second Sunday in May as usual. So, what are you going to get your mom? Don't be cliche and just send flowers. Give her something that doesn't get tossed out in a week or two. If you don't live nearby, think about giving something like a gift card to an airline to encourage her to visit. Or maybe she already loves to travel and you want to give her something that she can make use of while doing so. Here are a few ideas on items that might be worth considering. Maybe put together your own gift basket with a few of the smaller items listed here. There are also some ideas for the new moms or moms-to-be.



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Yamadura Mini Refillable Perfume Portable Atomizer Bottle:  Let Mom carry around her favorite scents easily with this 4 pack of atomizers. They come with a 5mL capacity in each so she can bring a range of scents. Their material is a durable aluminum and the colors are blue, pink, black and gold.











 


EltaMD UV Clear Face Sunscreen, SPF 46 Oil Free Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, Travel Size

Give Mom a sunscreen that blends in effortlessly and leaves no white cast. This travel size sunscreen pump bottle is the perfect companion for bringing on the go as a daily face sunscreen. Also available in a tinted format. Dermatologist recommended to help calm and protect sensitive skin types prone to acne, rosacea, and dark spots.











 

Pefei Tweezers Set - Professional Stainless Steel Tweezers for Eyebrows

Everybody needs to have a tweezer set in their toiletry kit, including Mom. This set contains a pair of classic, slant, pointed, and pointed slant tweezers. Perfect choice to handle a variety of jobs. This set is made of stainless steel - the highest quality stainless steel for lasting performance. It comes in a stylish case that’s perfect for travel.












 


Wet Brush Original De-tangler Brush (Pink)

Mom will appreciate this as one of the top selling hairbrushes. The Wet Brush set out on a mission to conquer the horrible issue of detangling hair without the tears or damage. They created a unique brush with IntelliFlex bristles that effortlessly run through hair and detangles wet or dry hair without pulling or tugging.











 

Cadence Magnetic Travel Containers - Haircare Set

The perfect travel containers to hold your shampoo, conditioner, and hair styling product. The capsules in this set come with a labeled tile: shampoo, conditioner, and comb icon label. Other sets are available for all of Mom's needs. They are not only TSA-compliant but also 100% leakproof, ensuring your liquids and essentials stay securely contained. Pack these carry on reusable containers and say goodbye to messy spills on your journeys!











 


BALULHG Pink Toiletry Bag Travel with Hanging Hook

Now that you've given Mom all of those toiletry kit items why not give her something to carry it all in? This toiletry bag travel organizer features 4 separate compartments designed to meet all of her travel needs. Large enough for packing and it retains its shape, it features a built-in 360 degree swivel hook that allows hanging the toiletry kit from towel rack, coat hook or whatever is available, making toiletries and cosmetics displayed well for easy access. Available in two difference sizes and 6 colors.











 


VGCUB Carry-on Backpack

We featured this bag in our post about airline carry-on and personal item policies. This item counts as a personal item for most of those airlines giving Mom a ton of valuable space when combined with a regular carry-on. It features numerous compartments to store shoes, laptop, phone, toiletry kit, and much more.











 


BAGSMART 7 Set Luggage Cubes for Travel,

Help Mom keep an organized bag when traveling. Cubes like these are an essential to keeping things neat and tidy. Not to mention it helps to separate the dirty and clean clothes. Light fabric ensures your clothes will fit neatly in your luggage without adding extra weight.

This 7 set pack includes:

  • 1 Large size (13.8’’×3.9’’×13.8’’)

  • 3 Medium size

  • 2 Small size (6.9’’×3.5’’×6.9'')

  • 1 Shoe bag (19.7’’×14.5’’).











 

Vorspack Transparent Shoe Bags

These shoe bags are handy for both travel and for long-term storage, protecting shoes against scuffs and dust when storing, and keeping the luggage interior clean from the dirt accumulate d from wearing your shoes. At 15.7 x 11.8 inches they can accommodate nearly all types of footwear but you can use them for any number of items: dirty laundry, undergarments, socks, etc. They are translucent letting you see what is in each bag making it easier to find what you are looking for. Pick up this 13 pack for just $8.99.











 


Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen

An absolute must for any air traveler! I learned early on that when it comes to headphones you can't go cheap. A bad pair will just frustrate you and travel is already stressful enough. Let Mom get a break and watch her favorite movie on the flight comfortably using the next item (Twelve South) to convert the in-flight audio into wireless. Or maybe she just wants to listen to some quiet white noise on the plane while she catches some Z's.


Whatever she wants to use it for, Apple's AirPods Pro have amazing sound and they have noise cancelling which is essential for a noisy environment like a plane. You get about 6 hours of listening time for each single charge and a fully charged case will give you around 5 charges for your AirPods so in total she'll have 30 hours (not continuous as the earbuds must charge in the case obviously).











 


Twelve South AirFly SE

We love this item. Combined with the AirPods she can use it on planes, in gyms, anywhere she needs want to convert a wired headphone jack to a wireless transmitter. It allows you to wirelessly transmit audio from in-flight entertainment, gym equipment, gaming devices, TV's or any 3.5 audio jack. AirFly Pro has a battery life of over 25 hours can even be used while charging with the included cable if it is running low on power.












 



BCOZZY Wraparound Neck Pillow


If Mom is are lucky enough to be flying long haul in a lie flat bed, she can get a good sleep with what the airline provides. If she isn't doing so, then she'll have to try and arrange their body in a barely reclined position you need to up her pillow game. Personally speaking the thing that makes my sleep nightmarish on a plane is the head bob forward always wakes me. I need a wraparound that will prevent my head from dipping forward too much when I sleep. This BCOZZY pillow does just that.


The pillow can be adjusted to position your head in a comfortable manner no matter that seat you are located in. Aisle, window, middle, you'll be able to find something that works. It is fully machine washable and comes in a variety of colors as well as two adult sizes and two children's depending on age and/or neck girth. The grey color style is currently priced at $45 with the price range for other colors all around 45 - 55.












 


Ostrichpillow Contoured Sleep Mask



Can't give her a pillow and not a mask to help out while she naps, right? Say goodbye to awkward fitting sleep masks that let light filter in, or that press uncomfortably on your eyelids. The modal foam mask is adjustable and has a solid 3 dimensional design that fits the contours of your face beautifully. There is even an eyecup built it to alleviate any pressure on the eyelids. Let her catch those 40 winks in bliss!











 


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We can't forget about the new Moms out there so here are a few essentials for traveling with baby.



HALO Sleepsack Swaddle 3-6 Months and Wearable Blanket 6-12 Months


These sleepsack swaddles are an absolute must for any parent and we absolutely swear by them for letting your infant get a peaceful sleep, either at home or on the road. I could not create a proper swaddle for the life of me so I cannot express how grateful we were to have found out about these when our daughter was born.


Newborns will often wake themselves up when their arms flail. The startle (or Moro) reflex is present in most young infants until they reach about 3 months old. The sleepsack can let you wrap your infant three ways. Arms tucked in, hand-to-face, or arms out. Arms tucked in is best for the youngest infants as it keeps their arms secured as well as ensures the baby is sleeping on her back.


The 100% Organic Cotton 2-Piece Gift Set shown here (49.99) is just one of many combinations with numerous styles, colors, and sizes available through Halo. Find the right size and age for your infant.


Remember the ABC's : Alone, Back, Crib












 


Monaco Large Diaper Bag Backpack by Luli Bebé

Being a mama doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice style! The new Monaco Luli Bebé diaper bag is one-of-a-kind in the world of chic and modern baby bags for newborn. Made with the finest luxury materials, custom gold metal hardware, cruelty-free faux leather, 100% stain resistant exterior, smooth wipeable interior, and premium YKK zippers.


Has a magnetic flap front pouch with zippered pocket for extra secure packing. Nine pockets, with a large space for bulk items, plus four expanding elastic pockets. Includes a changing pad, stroller straps, and messenger strap.












 


Dr. Brown's Natural Flow® Anti-Colic Options+™ Narrow Baby Bottles

The number one seller in baby bottles. Anti-Colic internal vent system is clinically proven to reduce colic. Decreases spit-up, burping and gas. Vacuum-free feeding is closest to breastfeeding and Dr. Brown’s silicone nipples provide a consistent flow so babies can feed at their own pace. The breast-like nipple shape encourages a proper latch for a more natural bottle feeding experience and eases the transition from breast to bottle and back again. Made from a BPA free material and comes in a 4 pack. Have some older kids that you want to bring their favorite food along with you as well, check out our post on ideas to keep them happy too.












 

Chicco Mini Bravo Plus Travel System

The lightweight Chicco Mini Bravo Plus Travel System makes every excursion simpler with user-friendly touchpoints and precise maneuverability. For infants, the KeyFit 30 Infant Car Seat clicks easily into the Mini Bravo Plus Stroller. For older riders, the stroller features a padded five-point harness, vented canopy, multi-position backrest, and detachable child tray.


The Mini Bravo Plus is the perfect quick little travel solution for all those quick little trips. An easy-to-reach handle activates a compact fold with one hand and the stroller stands on its own when closed. Plus the fold handle doubles as a carry handle.


Thoughtful design offers a smooth ride with swivel wheels and secure parking with toe-tap brakes. An easy-grip handle and parent tray with two cup holders and zip storage put comfort and convenience at your fingertips, and a large basket stows must-haves down below.


The KeyFit 30 Infant Car Seat is expertly engineered to be the easiest infant car seat to install simply, accurately, and securely, every time. Removable head and body support accommodates newborns as small as 4 pounds, and a five-point harness with one-pull tightening helps keep growing babies secure up to 30 pounds.


  • As with any child safety product you should always register your item with the manufacturer in order to be able to receive any updates on recalls or issues. We recommend this product based on previous personal use and community reviews and do not claim it to be superior in safety over other combo sets.












 





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