The holiday season is the perfect time to celebrate the wanderlust of your favorite road trippers. We’ve curated a list of items that we’ve either used on road trips or plan to use in our upcoming road trips. We’ve tried to include something for all budgets, including road trip games that could be a fun stocking stuffer, a cooler to keep your snacks cold, and a travel pillow that I never knew I needed until I rested my head on it on my most recent road trip.
Here’s our curated list of twenty fun and unique gift ideas for those who love to road trip.
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Unique Gift Ideas for Road Trippers
Monthly Mini Photo Books
Keep your travel memories alive with Chatbooks. Upload your photos to the app to create monthly photo books that are printed and delivered to your mailbox—a thoughtful way to cherish road trip memories. And a perfect gift idea for new moms and grandparents too.
TableTopics to GO- Road Trip Edition
Road trips can be long and boring. But they don't have to be. Spark engaging conversations with these engaging questions- many road trip-themed- is a fun way to bond and pass the time during long drives.
MOUTHWATCHERS- Dr. Plotka's Extra Soft Flossing Folding Toothbrush
Paired with Dr. Plotka's Whitening Toothpaste, this folding travel toothbrush is a dental game-changer for road trippers. Designed for ultra cleaning, I appreciate that it is particularly gentle on sensitive teeth and gums.
The compact, foldable design takes up little space in your overnight bag, ensuring oral hygiene is maintained no matter where the adventure leads.
Picnic Basket for 2
Elevate your road trip experience with this stylish and practical picnic basket from Picnic Time. This basket blends the charm of a traditional picnic basket with the convenience of a tote bag. It includes plates, wine glasses, and a set of forks, knives, and spoons, everything you need for a spontaneous roadside picnic or a planned scenic outdoor meal.
Road trippers, like me, will appreciate the convenience, style, and the way it effortlessly elevates any outdoor dining experience.
Honeydew Scrumptious Travel Pillow
This travel pillow far surpassed my expectations.
If you've ever tried to get a few minutes of sleep in a car only to wake up with a neck cramp, this is for you. Made in the USA, this memory foam pillow offers comfort and support. It's compact, portable, and actually allowed me to take a nap on our last road trip. It comes with a washable pillowcase and travel case for easy packing and storage.
Wabi Whiffs Toilet Essentials
Pack Wabi Whiffs Before You Poo Toilet Sprinkles and After Poo Booty Wipes on your next road trip for a more comfortable, more discreet #2 experience when traveling. Both are individually wrapped so you can easily slip them in your pocket or purse for convenience and privacy on the go.
Pull Start Fire
The Pull Start Fire is great for those who love to camp and spend time outdoors but aren't necessarily skilled in starting a fire. My husband is one of those people. I had this tucked away to stick in his stocking when he accidentally found it. I couldn't believe how excited he was to see this product! We haven't tried it yet, but he can't wait to!
Light fires quickly without matches or kindling- this even works on wet wood. It's windproof, rainproof, and burns for 30 minutes, perfect for any camping adventure.
Lunatec Hydration Spray Water Bottle
This versatile water bottle allows you to cool off, stay hydrated or clean up after a trip to the beach or in the mud. It's perfect for a quick refresh after a beach visit or for a sip of water on a hot day.
Keystone Travel Candles
Take the comfort of home on the road with these sustainable soy candles that provide 15 hours of fragrance to smell like home. The small size is travel-friendly, and scents like Moonlight and Cozy Cabin create a homely ambiance anywhere you stay.
Keep in mind that hotels discourage the use of candles so I pack these to use in our Airbnb's.
LeakLocks® Toiletry Skins™
Keep your toiletries leak-free with these easy-to-use skins that prevent messes in your luggage, ensuring your road trip remains hassle-free.
MyPillyPal
My Pilly Pal allows me to carry everything I’m likely to need when traveling in one compartmentalized pill box. I love the accompanying stickers you can add to your order to identify each section to keep My Pilly Pal organized.
I can store my prescription medication, over-the-counter meds, and vitamins all in one handy organizer that easily fits in my purse, overnight bag, or glove compartment so I have my medications handy when I need them.
Mammoth Cooler
The Mammoth Cooler comes in several colors and sizes. Mine (Cruiser 30) is perfect for packing drinks and lunch items on a road trip or even a weekend camping trip for me and my husband. I chose the white cooler so I can decorate it with travel stickers so not only will it serve a practical purpose, it will double as a spot to show off my souvenirs.
Bird Watching Logbook
An inexpensive log book for amateur and professional birders to record bird sightings. This book also has a spot to sketch a picture of the bird or attach a photo.
TiCK MiTT
This handy tool is a road tripper's ally against ticks and Lyme disease. Just run it over yourself and your pets after a hike to remove loose ticks before hopping back in your car. This is a must-have for safety and peace of mind in the wild. The mitt comes with a dryer bag.
The Road Trip Journal & Activity Book
I'm a sucker for road trip journals but this one is by far my favorite! This book includes prompts to help you document your journey with suggestions of games and challenges to help pass the time. This book serves as a creative way to record experiences and keep everyone entertained on the road.
LCD Writing Tablet
A fun, eco-friendly doodle board for kids to unleash their creativity without any mess. It's portable, lightweight, and perfect for keeping young travelers engaged.
Hanging Travel Toiletry Bag
I love this super cute, inexpensive travel bag that allows you to keep your toiletries organized on the road. It’s waterproof, durable, and perfect for any travel setting.
Nocs Provisions Standard Issue 8x25 Waterproof Binoculars
These 8 x 25 standard-issue, waterproof, and fog-proof binoculars are perfect for bird watching and enjoying the scenic views along your route or at your destination. Add a camera adapter for easy photo snapping, and choose a colorful woven tapestry strap for style and convenience. I keep mine in my glove compartment so they're handy on the road.
Manta SOUND Sleep Mask
Enjoy quality sleep with this Bluetooth-enabled sleep mask. It’s comfortable, blocks out light completely, and is perfect for different sleeping schedules.
This is a marriage saver for me and my husband when we're traveling. He can lie down and go to sleep at 7:30 p.m. while I stay up and work much later and doesn't complain once!
Travel-eeze: Natural Constipation Relief
Road trips, and travel in general, can often disrupt routines. This natural remedy ensures you stay regular and comfortable on the road.
Shotgun! - Road Trip Game
A deck full of dares, trivia, and challenges to make road trips with teens more exciting. It's an entertaining way to keep spirits high until you reach your destination.
We hope you’ve found some items that will enhance your gift-giving this holiday season.