16 Unique Travel Gifts They’ll Want In Their Carry-Ons

Your average travel gift guide goes a little like this: carry-on, packing cubes, carry-on, compression socks, eye mask, and so on. Don't get us wrong, we love the essentials (in fact, you can check some out here), but sometimes, it's fun to add a little spice to itinerant loved ones' carry-ons. Needless to say, we took to the internet and rounded up 17 of the best unique travel gifts.

Instead of the classics, prepare for waterproof binoculars, travel challenge decks, mini pink hair dryers, and the like. No matter how relaxing, the best getaways require some major preparation — we're talking everything from organized cosmetics to fully fleshed-out road trip routes. Let us help you help your favorite travelers' future journeys with this hodgepodge of unique travel gifts, ahead.