Whether they travel a lot for work or fun, likely a bit of both, travelers need tech to stay connected and maximize their enjoyment on the go. There are tons of great gifts you can buy for the frequent travelers, from noise cancelling headphones to travel SIM packages, Bluetooth trackers, and more. Once you’re done reading these ideas, check out my travel tech guide for plenty more great gift ideas.
Top Picks (sponsored & Editor’s Picks)
1. JBL Flip 7 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
The JBL Flip 7 is the perfect portable Bluetooth speaker to toss into your carry-on for a beach vacation, hiking trip, even a business trip since you can use it in your hotel room for better sound than that bedside table alarm clock. In fact, I did just that on a vacation to Mexico earlier this year.
The kids used it to listen to their Spotify playlists while hanging out back in the rooms while we took it with us to the beach or by the pool to listen to music while lounging with margaritas and sunshine. And yes, you can keep it in your backpack or purse through security at the airport since it meets guidelines (do not pack it in checked luggage). It sounds fantastic considering the small footprint and you get up to 16 hours of playtime per charge along with a durable chassis with an IP68 rating.
With Auracast, you can connect multiple together for immersive audio, like at a remote cottage for a group trip or even at home in your basement, home office, or backyard.
It comes in five solid colours plus Camouflage with both a wrist strap and carabiner for just $190 through Erikson Consumer, a ridiculously low price for what you get. Read my review.
2. Jetpac eSIM Package
I used a Jetpac eSIM last year during a trip to Japan and more recently on a trip to Spain, which saw me spending some time on a layover in Paris. Now with the option to pay in Canadian dollars, it’s super simple to set up and use. And you can choose to assign to someone else after buying.
I purchased a Europe seven-day pack with 15GB, which was more than enough to cover my four-day trip in both countries. The price? $26.50, or $3.78 per day if I were to have stayed the entire seven days, $6.62 per day for the four days I was there. I love that there’s an app you can use to check in on the status, including how much data you have left. I connected with others exclusively using data, turning off my phone line and calling family at home through FaceTime Audio while communicating via text through iMessage, WhatsApp, and Signal.
Using my phone to navigate to destinations, surf the web, reply to e-mails and Slack messages, and more, was all a breeze. I never experienced connectivity issues and the phone latched onto the network as soon as I arrived.
I highly recommend using an eSIM and turning off your primary phone line while traveling if you can make do without having your actual phone number. Read my comparison review of four top eSIM providers, including Jetpac.
Other Gift Ideas
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)
The second generation of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones called the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Gen-2s boast plenty of enhancements over the original pair, launched in 2023. Along with upgraded audio and noise cancellation, you get lossless USB-C audio for low-latency sound using the included cable, a new algorithm for more precise adaptive noise cancellation, and the addition of Cinema Mode, which affords clearer dialogue. There’s also extended battery life, smarter on-head detection with a faster start-up time, and automatic Bluetooth standby with a deep sleep low energy mode. The headphones have also been redesigned on the outside with polished metal materials and new colours, including Black, Smoke White, or the limited edition finishes Driftwood Sand and Midnight Violet. A great pair for listening to everything from music to podcasts or watching movies while on the go, especially with up to 30 hours battery life per charge, 45 hours with ANC off, they sell for US$449. The noise cancelling, as expected from Bose, is outstanding. I wore them for the entirety of four flights to Spain and back (stopover in Paris) and enjoyed the serene quiet of the trip. If you really want to melt away from the world during your flight, slide these headphones on your head and you’ll be in quiet bliss. Read my review.
Always Mobile eSIM
Order an Always Mobile eSIM online for a frequent traveler. Choose a destination to which they often travel, like the U.S., Asia, or Europe, and get a plan that will last through their next few trips, or for an upcoming one you know has been booked. With eSIM packages available for over 150 countries and destinations, costs are ultra-cheap. Think $7 for 1GB of data over a seven-day period or a 30-day plan with 10GB for $26. For 20 areas in Asia, pricing start at $10 while coverage in 30+ areas starts at $23. These plans are exclusive to data, so they’ll have to turn off their primary lines while traveling and thus won’t be able to make or receive traditional cellular calls nor SMS. But switching to instant messaging, data-based call apps like WhatsApp and FaceTime, it’s totally worth it. I used Always Mobile through CES in Las Vegas in January 2025 and it worked beautifully. Read my review.
Beyerdynamic Aventho 200 Headphones
The Aventho 200 headphones are ultra-compact with premium materials and intelligent features. With four-microphone Active Noise Cancellation, they block distractions in any environment, while Transparency Mode keeps you aware of your surroundings, like the flight attendant. They include dual microphones with Qualcomm cVc technology and integrated touch controls, and feature wearing detection. Get over 60 hours of listening (ANC off) and fast charging that delivers up to 16 hours in 15 minutes. At just 262 grams, they feature lightweight aluminum alloy yokes, a premium PU leather headband and earpads, and IP54-rated protection against dust and moisture. A foldable design adds portability for easy packing while the beyerdynamic app enables EQ adjustments, control customization, and over-the-air updates. With Bluetooth 5.4, multipoint pairing, and Google Fast Pair, there’s also aptX Adaptive and aptX Lossless support. They come in Classic Black and a new Nordic Gray for $485.
Satechi OntheGo Collection Bluetooth Keyboard with Stand, Bluetooth Mouse
Satechi has an expansive OntheGo collection of mobile and computer accessories that are all geared towards travelers, and the latest additions are the Bluetooth Keyboard with Stand and Bluetooth Mouse. The compact, durable, and foldable keyboard comes with a protective cover that turns it into a sturdy, adjustable stand for phones or tablets up to 13” in both portrait and landscape modes. The quiet scissor-switch keys offer a tactile, low-profile typing experience ideal for shared or quiet spaces. It can connect to up to three devices at once via Bluetooth 5.1, with easy toggling among them, including MacBook, iPad, and Android devices. It folds flat to easily slip into a bag or backpack and is crafted with premium materials, including durable ABS keycaps and a reinforced metal hinge. It comes with a long-lasting 360mAh rechargeable battery and USB-C charging. The mouse, meanwhile, features a sturdy base with a soft-touch top, a DPI adjustment button for customizable sensitivity levels, and multi-device pairing for switching among up to three Bluetooth 5.1-connected devices with one click, no re-pairing required. It delivers up to 67 hours of use on a single charge with a built-in 300mAh battery and USB-C port. They both come in Black and Sand for US$80 and US$30, respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite Tablet
An affordable, lightweight tablet to take with you for streaming videos while traveling or handing to the kids to keep them entertained on the plane or during a road trip, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite has a 10.9” WUXGA+ TFT 90Hz screen, comes with an Exynos 1380 processor, 6GB or 8GB RAM, 128GB or 256GB storage, 8,000 mAh battery, and an IP42 rating. An S Pen is included as well along with DeX for seamless connection to a computer. Pricing starts at $500, and it comes in Grey, Silver, or Coral Red.
Satechi FindAll Collection Accessories
Every item in Satechi’s FindAll collection is something a traveler will love and probably doesn’t have. If you’re looking for great stocking stuffers, consider these items, all of which are designed to help you locate misplaced items, sending an alert if something is left behind and guiding you to find it from a connected Apple device. They all leverage Apple’s Find My network and have a wirelessly rechargeable battery that is compatible with any Qi, Qi2, or MagSafe charger. There’s the vegan-leather FindAll keychain for keys, bags, and luggage (US$30); the TSA-friendly vegan leather luggage tag (US$45); FindAll Card (US$35) you can slip into a wallet; and the vegan leather FindAll glasses case (US$50). Previous items in the line still worth considering include the Passport Cover and a wide selection of wireless chargers and power banks.
Casetify Carry-on Suitcase
Casetify is known for its customizable and licensed smartphone cases and other mobile accessories. But now, the brand has customizable luggage as well. Starting at MSRP US$399, the line includes hard suitcases that incorporate the same Bounce technology Casetify uses in its smartphone cases for added protection against bumps and drops. There are carry-on models (13.9 x 21 x 9 inches, 8.23 lbs.) in Matte Black, Cobalt Blue, and Cherry Red that are suitable for day trips or light travelers. You can customize the look for free to add your own text, like initials, with colour and font options continually expanding. It has all the features you’d want in a good carry-on, including a retractable handle and top carry handle, 360° wheels, and a durable design. Read my review.
Marshall Monitor III A.N.C. Wireless Headphones
The Marshall Monitor III A.N.C. wireless headphones boast spatial audio technology to provide an immersive listening experience. They include, of course, active noise cancelling (ANC) so you can block out distracting ambient noise, from the hum of an airplane engine to the hustle and bustle of a busy city street with people milling about. An adaptive loudness feature adjusts sound based on your environment. There’s a customizable M button for navigating EQ settings, Spotify, and voice assistant access; while the microphones have been designed to reduce wind noise. Auracast, meanwhile, makes audio sharing simple. Get up to 70 hours of listening with ANC on and up to 100 hours without. It comes with a hard case that has red velvet inside to resemble a guitar case. Get them exclusively from Erikson Consumer for $500.
Google Pixel 10 Pro
Travelers will love the Google Pixel 10 Pro, a powerful yet relatively affordable phone with built-in access to Gemini Live that can help as you explore the world around you. Whether you want to know something about a monument you’re looking at in front of you in an unfamiliar city, need recommendations for a brunch spot nearby, or help translating with a local, it can provide that assistance. The phone comes with the new G5 chip, 16GB RAM, and up to 1TB storage. Its ultra-bright 6.3-inch screen is easy to read in direct sunlight and you get up to 30 hours of battery life per charge, extendable up to 100 with Extreme Battery Saver mode. The triple camera system will also allow you to take fantastic vacation and travel photos, with features like Pro Res Zoom, High Res Portraits, and ultra-wide and telephoto lenses. It’s durable and user-friendly, and at a $1,349 starting price, you can’t go wrong. Read my review.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 True Wireless Earbuds
Along with improved active noise cancellation (ANC) and an improved design and fit, integrated heart rate sensing, and extended battery life, the Apple AirPods Pro 3 employ a smaller design and come with five foam-infused ear tip sizes, starting with a new XXS size. A new PPGs sensor can measure heart rate right from the buds using the measure of light absorption in blood flow. Most useful for travelers is Live Translation to simplify face-to-face conversations with someone who doesn’t speak the same language. If the other person doesn’t have this capability, you can use the iPhone as a horizontal display to show the live transcription. They are IP57 sweat and water resistant as well. Get them for $329 along with a three-month Apple Music and Apple Fitness+ trial for new subscribers.
Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses
The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses aren’t new, but these stylish glasses keep you connected while being able to capture content on the go, completely hands-free. Ask Meta AI questions, like for details about a landmark, to set reminders, explore nearby restaurants, and more. Plus, listen to tunes, Audiobooks, and more. The frames come in Wayfarer, Headliner, and Skyler styles and in various colours, as well as different lens colours. These include Transitions, Polarized, and Blue Light Filter. Pricing starts at $369.
Nocs Provisions Zero Tube Monocular
The Nocs Provisions Zero Tue Monocolular is a great accessory for the adventurer and traveler, and likely something they don’t yet have and would never think to buy for themselves. Slip it into a pocket or backpack and pull it out for sightseeing, skyline views, even discovering hidden spots around town. The ultra-compact 10 x 25 monocular delivers premium optics in a durable, fogproof, and waterproof design. Its impact-resistant shell stands up to travel, and the built-in carry clip makes it easy to attach to a backpack or belt for quick access. It comes in three finishes for $235.
Bower & Wilkins Px7 S3 Headphones
Now available in a stylish Frost Blue finish, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 headphones, which also come in Anthracite Black, Indigo Blue, and Canvas White, are designed for comfort and extended listening with a slimmer form compared to previous models. There are also acoustic upgrades, improved proprietary ANC, upgraded mics for high quality-calls, and new features via the Bowers & Wilkins Music app. Key features include lossless compatibility, proprietary ANC with an eight-microphone array, 30-hour battery life with 15-minute fast charging for seven hours of listening, and spatial audio (via an upgrade). Get a pair for $649.
AAWireless TWO+ Adapter
You’ll want this handy gadget for road trips. The AAWireless TWO+ is an adapter that allows you to use both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in virtually any compatible vehicle. Hailing from the company behind the viral Indiegogo Android Auto wireless campaign, the TWO+ works via plug-and-play set-up, without the need for extra cables or even apps. Once set up, you can instantly switch between Android and iPhone if you have an Android device for work, for example, but your spouse swears by iPhone. It features encrypted Wi-Fi Direct for a faster, more stable connection. It’s US$65 and you might have to pick it up stateside as it isn’t yet shipping to Canada.