Hand-Picked: 12 Mother's Day Gifts For Moms Who Love To Travel
By Meg Archer|Published May 06, 2024
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Meg Archer
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Meg Archer is an Editor & Newsletter Editor who has called Oregon home for nearly 30 years. She spent her childhood exploring the mountains, forests, and high desert of Central Oregon before relocating to Portland after a brief stint out-of-state for college. She holds an B.A. in English from Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo and a B.S. in Psychology from Portland State University. Meg has worked in writing, editing, and media-related fields for over 10 years and joined the team at OnlyInYourState in 2015. When she’s not writing or exploring the West Coast, Meg enjoys playing tabletop games, working on visual media projects, and can always be found in the front row at Portland Timbers matches.
Mother’s Day will be here before you know it (on May 12th!) – are you prepared? If your mom loves traveling, we have some great Mother’s Day gift ideas! There’s still plenty of time to ship online purchases… but don’t wait too long! Delivery delays are the worst.
Gifts For Moms Who Love To Travel
Have a globetrotting mom? Finding something that’s both personal AND useful on their adventures can be tricky, so we’re here to help!
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Apple AirTags are a must-have for travelers. Put one in your luggage to track it from take off to the baggage claim. Toss one in your purse or backpack in case it gets stolen. Keep one on your keys so you never lose them in your house ever again! This super cute AirTag keychain is our favorite.
Finding a travel toiletry bag that holds everything you need can be a struggle. A bag may look cute, but if it can only hold half of your stuff, what's the point? You won't have that issue with the Bagsmart Foldable Travel Toiletry Bag.
Staff Pick: OnlyInYourState Manager of Editorial Megan S. has this to say: "This bag is big enough to fit everything my family needs for a week-long vacation, and multiple zippable compartments make it easy to organize! A travel must-have for any mom!"
No matter how well-traveled you are, you can always use some inspiration, and that's what the book "1,000 Places To See Before You Die" offers. It's a #1 New York Times bestseller and provides tons of important information, including details about the locations as well as recommendations for when to visit, where to stay, and more.
Staff Pick: OnlyInYourState's Massachusetts Expert, Kim F., has this to say: "I have the first edition of this book and have used it for travel recommendations as well as to mark off all the places that I have visited. Love it!"
There are tons of ways to display the trinkets you've picked up on your travels, but this is one of the most unique we've seen! If you've traveled to a foreign country, you've likely come home with a handful of coins that you can't use - so why not turn them into a cool piece of art? This is a great gift for any traveler - plus it can be personalized!
A zippered case is key if you want to keep your jewelry safe and organized while traveling, but this one gets bonus points for being customizable! The moms in your life will love this Travel Jewelry Case with her name and birth flower decorating it. Plus it comes in several cute colors!
We're big fans of travel cable organizers, and this one is perfectly petite, yet holds everything you need. It's handmade from full-grain leather, so it feels sturdy enough to hold up to a few bumps and bruises while out adventuring. Plus, it's customizable, so you can include your mom's name and birth flower on the outside if you like!
Everyone loves something cozy! The Pranayama Wrap is just that. It's so comfy, the length is great and universally flattering, and it's just the right weight for layering.
Staff Pick: OnlyInYourState Engagement Editor Meg A. has this to say: "I own this wrap in multiple colors - that's how much I love it. It's cute and casual, but can also be dressed up a bit if you need to transition from day to night."
We don't have to tell you much about the Stanley Quencher - you'd have to be living under a rock to know nothing about this viral favorite. The special edition Stanley Mother's Day Quencher is as cute as it gets!
If you're not a "bath person," then the cute and colorful bath bombs out there just aren't for you. But have you heard of Shower Steamers? Toss one in your shower and the heat and humidity will release calming scents and make you feel like you're at a spa. Treat your mom to a little slice of daily relaxation!
Staff Pick: Manager of Editorial Megan S. has this to say: "These shower steamers turn an ordinary shower into a spa experience -- perfect for sneaking in self-care when you're in the throes of motherhood. They're also individually wrapped, so you can throw one in your travel toiletry bag and enjoy a relaxing shower during your next trip!"
Love to share a glass of wine or two with your mom? This bottle chiller will take the experience to the next level! We love that no ice is required, so no messy drips or soggy wine tables. And it fits most 750 mL bottles - including bubbles!
Staff Pick: OnlyInYourState's Alabama Expert, Lisa B., has this to say: "This wine chiller keeps whites and bubbly cold for several hours, no matter how hot it is. It's perfect for picnics, the beach, the pool, and camping."
If your mom is a get-up-and-go adventurer, she could probably use a nice massage, and while a spa day might be nice, you can get a great massage right from home with the TheraGun Mini. It's smaller than other percussion massagers, which makes it easy to toss in your bag for a post-hike treat for tired muscles.
Staff Pick: Engagement Editor Meg A. has this to say: "My brother swears by his TheraGun, and after I tried it, I'm sold. It feels SO good after a long hike and it's surprisingly powerful! We got one for Mom last year and everyone agrees: this one's a winner (and worth the price)."
What will you be getting your mom for mother’s day? Or, if you’re a mom, which of these gifts would you like most? We suggest sharing with your kids (or spouse, if you have young kids) to give them a little nudge.
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