The Best Travel Gifts for Moms - Holiday Gift Guide

Moms are the heart of every trip, always capturing, organizing, and cherishing the moments that matter most. These thoughtful gifts help her preserve memories beautifully, from photo keepsakes to creative ways to relive your adventures together.

• Skylight Calender A chic, smart family calendar that syncs everyone’s schedules in one easy glance. It’s great to manage our everyday chaos but also perfect for travel planning. Use discount code OLGA for 90 CAD off the Skylight Calendar Max

• Flytographer This is a MUST. Give mom the gift of being in the photos for once. I can’t recommend enough hiring a professional photographer while on vacation. Use the link to get $25 USD off your first photoshoot with Flytographer

• HP Sprocket Mini Portable Printer Print travel memories on the go with tiny, sticky-backed prints straight from your phone. It’s mini and portable and very fun - anyone junk journalling?

• Guess Where Gift Box A mystery trip in a box! Surprise mom with a spontaneous weekend adventure. It’s so cool, you select a day trip based on your interests and travel preferences. You can then choose between receiving a beautifully crafted package OR the digital version of the trip, which gets sent right to your inbox!

• Detour Diaries I’m so excited for this one! This brand new book has over 125 detours with more than 500 suggested stops from charming small towns to offbeat museums, waterfalls, hikes, and more. Whether you're planning a day trip or extending your journey, this book is your go-to companion for uncovering Ontario's best-kept secrets.

• Bucketlist Family Coffee Table Book Inspiring travel stories and breathtaking photography.

• Chatbooks Turn your travel memories into monthly mini photo books, effortless, beautiful, and perfect for busy moms who never have time to print photos.This monthly photobooks subscription is the boost needed to get photos off your camera roll.

Because moms deserve travel gear that’s as functional as it is stylish! These are my favourite tried-and-true essentials that make travel smoother, more organized, and a little more elevated – whether it’s a weekend getaway or a family adventure abroad.

• Ekster Vacuum Packing Cube - This is the BEST packing cube because it literally triples your carry-on storage by compressing your clothing to maximize space in your luggage. It also comes with a little air pump for easy, on-the-go compression. I used this to pack carry-on only with two kids for 6 weeks in Europe this summer! Use code MINIJETSETTER to get up to get up to 54% off. 

• Mini Travel Clothes Steamer Compact, powerful, and a lifesaver for wrinkle-free outfits especially helps with those suitcase wrinkles.

• Roncypacks Crossbody Bag The most perfect cross body. It’s magical what I can fit in this bag. Hands-free is so key for me when traveling. 

• Loop Earplugs Noise-reducing earplugs that actually look good. Must have for flights, hotels, and I even use them for quiet moments at home. 

• Away Suitcase The cult-favourite suitcase with a smooth ride and sleek design – every travel mom’s dream carry-on.

• Rechargeable Hand Warmers Cozy, eco-friendly, and perfect for chilly airplane cabins or winter adventures abroad. I often throw them into my pockets when I’m on-the-go in Winter.

• Travel Jewellery Case It’s the worst when necklaces get knotted when travelling. This jewellery case is a saviour and keeps my jewellery tangle-free and organized.

• Poppy Barley 4 or 6 person Passport Holder Everyone's passports in one elegant case! Yes, these functional, multi-passport holders are perfect for family trips and stylish travel.

• Cadence Magnetic Travel Containers Refillable, leak-proof capsules for skincare and vitamins that are compact, sustainable, and just gorgeous. You can create and customize these magnetic travel containers to suit your travel needs.

• LARQ self-cleaning water bottle The ultimate hydration upgrade. This water bottle purifies water with UV light and cleans itself while you travel. Genius!

• KNIX Period Underwear My travel essential—super comfortable, leakproof, and no stress when you’re on the go. These are a total game changer for long flights and busy travel days.

• Mini Label Maker Organization while traveling (especially with kids) is essential!! This fun and practical gadget makes it easy to label all your travel gear from travel bottles to chargers to kids’ gear.

Traveling (and parenting!) can take a lot out of you, so I love gifting things that help moms recharge. These picks are all about relaxation, self-care, and little wellness upgrades that make her feel calm, rested, and ready for the next adventure.

• Renpho Eye Massager Melt away jet lag and screen fatigue, this rechargeable eye mask is pure in-flight bliss.

• Jet Lag Essentials Kit A curated set of travel must-haves to help mom rest, recharge, and arrive refreshed.

• Saje Pocket Pharmacy Five essential oil roll-ons in one tiny kit – natural remedies for stress, sleep, and tummy troubles on the go.

• Jones Road Travel Makeup Kit Achieve a glowing, suntanned look all summer long. I love it because it has all the essentials for a weekend getaway including products for your complexion, cheeks, eyes, and lips, along with a brush for easy application on the go.

• Mini Travel Hair Straightener Compact and dual-voltage, this little powerhouse keeps hair sleek and smooth wherever you land. Perfect for touch-ups on the go.

• Kitsch Satin Heatless Hair Curler Set Love anything that will make life easier!! Effortless curls with this gentle, no-heat curler. Easy to pack and perfect for moms who love low-maintenance beauty.

• Body Restore Shower Steamers Aromatherapy Transform any hotel shower into a mini spa with these aromatherapy tablets that melt away stress and travel fatigue.

• Peach Bands - Travel Resistance Bands I love these lightweight and portable workout bands that make it easy to sneak in a quick workout anywhere your travels take you.

• Subtl Staks 5-in-1 Travel Makeup Kit This travel kit is great because it’s a full makeup routine in one clever stack. Compact, stylish, and made for moms who pack light.

I hope this guide sparks some inspiration for your holiday shopping! Whether you’re shopping for a weekend wanderer or a frequent flyer, our travel gift guide for mamas (or really any women!) has something for every kind of adventurer. From thoughtful comforts to stylish travel essentials, these are the gifts that make every trip smoother and a little more special. Let us know what you're shopping for this holiday season!

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