Need a little gift inspiration? These twelve travel gifts are perfectly paired to each zodiac sign, from attention-grabbing Aries to goal-crushing Leo… and every sign in between.
As an avid traveler myself, I love all twelve of these gifts so much that I wish I wasn’t limited to being just one star sign. There are gifts to help plan the perfect trip, gifts that make life on the road so much more comfortable (and fun!), and even gifts that will make returning home at the end of a trip feel a little bit more special. Basically, there’s a travel gift for everyone on this list.
Check out the recommendation for your astrological sign first, then see what is recommended for every traveler on your shopping list. And when you’re done, leave a comment letting me know what’s on your own travel gift wish list this year!
The Best Travel Gift for Aries Travelers
Aries are bold and passionate… some would even call them divas. Symbolized by the confident Ram, an Aries never hesitates to grab the spotlight or take the lead. It’s no secret that show-stoppers like Mariah Carey, Elton John and Lady Gaga were all born in this star sign. What’s the perfect travel gift for the Aries in your life? Easy! Get them an eye-catching suitcase or luggage set that will have everyone at the baggage carousel doing a double take.
This leopard-print carry-on suitcase with wheels is sure to turn heads in the airport. It also comes in other fun prints, including camouflage and zig-zigs.
This flamingo-print suitcase from fashion designer Betsey Johnson will stand out in a sea of basic black bags.
The Best Travel Gift for Taurus Travelers
Taurus travelers believe in the fine art of treating themselves, both at home and abroad. Indulgent, pampered and focused on self-care, Bulls look at travel as an opportunity to renew and refresh after all that hard work. What gift will make a Taurus’s heart flutter? I’d recommend a luxurious travel blanket that feels like a warm embrace on a cold plane:
This travel set from world-famous UGG brand features a travel-sized blanket and eye mask in the brand’s signature cozy fleece. The two come in a soft travel pouch that can double as a pillow.
The Best Travel Gift for Gemini Travelers
If you have a Gemini in your friend group, chances are you’re already aware of their dominant personality trait: Geminis are the social butterflies of the zodiac. Perhaps this sign is represented by twins because Geminis always need someone nearby to talk to! What is the best gift for a Gemini traveler who wants to stay in touch with everyone, everywhere? A mobile hotspot!
With a mobile hotspot, like this one from GlocalMe, your Gemini won’t have to swap SIM cards in their phone or rely on expensive roaming packages. They can simply choose from a range of inexpensive subscription options and connect all of their devices to this mobile hotspot that works in more than 140 different countries. For slightly more, you can upgrade their gift to this chic new model.
The Best Travel Gift for Cancer Travelers
If you could read my mind, love… you’d probably be a Cancer. Intuitive, emotional, empathetic and compassionate, Cancers are the most spiritually connected astrological sign. The ideal travel gift for a Cancer is something that will help them live in the moment during their trip, leaving their worries and anxieties behind.
Enter the n.o.w. Tone Therapy System. Yes, it seems a little bit out of left field, but these meditation aids are actually really cool. Turn on the two palm-sized speakers at the same time to hear a melodious symphony of soothing sounds. They’re ideal for stressful situations like a missed flight or a hotel room with noisy neighbors.
The Best Travel Gift for Leo Travelers
Leos are like lions, and they’ll never let you forget it. Confident, ambitious and always working towards a new goal, Leos love to take on challenges and adventures when they travel. The perfect gift for a Leo traveler is a travel accessory that will help them reach new heights: a high-end backpack for day hikes and city adventures.
This Osprey day pack comes in a full range of colors (if your Leo has a partner, consider buying them a set of two!) and features a comfortable back panel made from foam, mesh side pockets for easy access to a water bottle and enough space for a full day’s worth of gear.
If the recipient needs a little more room, this High Sierra backpack has thirty liters of storage space and fits larger frames comfortably.
The Best Travel Gift for Virgo Travelers
If you want a job done right, ask a Virgo to do it. And if you want a trip planned right, ask a Virgo to plan it. Meticulous, precise, detail-oriented and conscientious, Virgos understand the value of a job well done. It’s no surprise that multi-tasking celebrities including Beyonce, Prince Harry and Cameron Diaz were born under this astrological sign.
Invest in a gorgeous travel planner for the Virgo traveler in your life. This one, from Beechmore Books of London, features richly embossed vegan leather on its cover and eight sections to plan, reflect on and remember eight different trips.
The Best Travel Gift for Libra Travelers
Represented by the scales, Libras obviously love balance and harmony. They especially love when that balance and harmony is visible throughout the place they call home. As frequent travelers, it can be difficult for Libras to care for common houseplants… but you can gift them a plant that will be waiting for them, healthy, when they return from their next trip.
A beautiful succulent planter is the perfect gift for a Libra traveler. These plants require much less hands-on care than most other greenery, allowing for a worry-free week or two away from home. Above, this beautiful mid-century modern-inspired planter evokes the American Southwest, or possibly even Scandinavian design. If you’re far away, have the planter delivered to their house along with a gift card for a local nursery; if you’re nearby, include a note inviting your giftee out for an afternoon of plant shopping.
If you really want to “wow” your Libra traveler, consider splurging on a levitating succulent pot. These create a dramatic focal point in the room, and are perfect for small succulents.
The Best Travel Gift for Scorpio Travelers
Scorpios are always stereotyped as being the most sexual sign of the zodiac, but I prefer to think of them as the most sensual sign. Scorpios love engaging all five senses, and the perfect travel gift for a Scorpio is a globally-inspired coffee table book with photographs so spectacular, and text so evocative, that they’ll feel like they’re right there on the page. And what better publisher’s catalogue to shop than world-renowned Taschen?
Fresh off the presses at Taschen is Great Escapes USA: The Hotel Book, a photo-centric guide to the most amazing hotel stays across the USA. The series also features guides to Europe and Africa.
Sometimes Scorpios feel particularly drawn to one artist or style of art, and chances are good that Taschen has a beautiful book on the topic. Personally, I love Anton Gaudi (of the many famous facades in Barcelona, Spain) and I highly recommend Taschen’s guide to his complete works.
The Best Travel Gift for Sagittarius Travelers
The other eleven astrological signs travel to explore their passions. But for a Sagittarius, travel is their passion. They feel most comfortable when they’re uncomfortable. They feel at home when they’re away from home. Sagittarians hate boundaries, limitations and being held back, so give them a gift that celebrates their freedom.
For years, I’ve traveled the world with a Fitbit on my wrist. Significantly more affordable than an Apple Watch, new Fitbit models have many of the same features. In addition to GPS, heart rate monitoring and step counting, Fitbits can now connect with the Google Assistant or Amazon’s Alexa, receive text messages, take phone calls and more. I love seeing how far I’ve walked and how far I’ve climbed during my trips, and it’s so helpful to have a communication tool “on hand” at all times.
The Best Travel Gift for Capricorn Travelers
Capricorns are represented by a sea goat: a mythical creature that thrives both on land and at sea. Capricorns also have a “work hard, play hard” mentality and love to organize social events for their friends and family. When you’re shopping for travel gifts for Capricorns, look for multi-purpose gear that they can take with them all the way from the seashore to a mountain peak.
One perfect travel gift for Capricorns is this insulated picnic backpack, featuring a fully-stocked backpack (yes, wine glasses included!) and an attached picnic blanket. This one has more than 2,000 reviews averaging five stars, and would be fantastic for packing sunset wine and cheese at a panoramic lookout, or cold beers and fruit salad by the beach.
The Best Travel Gift for Aquarius Travelers
Astrological activists, Aquarius travelers are hyper-focused on making the world a better place. Unafraid of breaking social norms and unconcerned with saving face, an Aquarius will always speak their mind if they think it will serve the greater good. You won’t be surprised to hear that humanitarians including Oprah, Shakira and Kerry Washington are all water-bearers. An Aquarius would never want a gift that harmed people or the planet, so the best travel gift for an Aquarius would be a carefully-curated reusable gift bag featuring ethical and eco-friendly travel items:
Start with the Ethique body care sample pack, a set of five biodegradable, plastic-free body products including deodorant, body wash, body scrub and body lotion.
Add in a set of reusable makeup removal pads made from cotton and bamboo. Unlike traditional single-use cotton rounds that get thrown out after one use, these rounds (from skincare guru Paula’s Choice) can be washed and used again and again.
Add in a Hydro Flask reusable coffee mug with a flexible strap and spill-proof lid so that they can make coffee to-go in their Airbnb each morning, instead of grabbing a single-use cup on the road.
The Best Travel Gift for Pisces Travelers
A water sign represented by two fish, Pisces travelers are known for seeking out beautiful beaches, spectacular coral reefs, whale watching adventures and other aquatic adventures. Imaginative and creative, the world that exists under the sea piques their interest and inspires them to create amazing things. The best travel gift for a Pisces traveler plays on their love of the oceans and seas.
Cressi is an Italian sports equipment brand known for their high-quality gear. Their complete snorkel set comes in multiple sizes to ensure the perfect fit on the mask, fins and snorkel. Equipped with this snorkel set, the Pisces in your life will love swimming with the fish (and rays, and maybe even sharks!) on their next trip.
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