Consider this gift hunt a piece of cake!
Wondering what to get your kaladkarin buddy for their birthday? Well, look no further cause Klook’s got you covered! From packing cubes to collapsible water bottles, we’ve rounded up 15 of the most practical gifts every globe-trotter will love!
1. Packing cubes
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Help your friend make space for all the shopping they’re about to do by gifting them with a set of packing cubes to organise their suitcase! With these luggage essentials, you are practically ensuring your friend with the cutest OOTDs to match the scenic locations they’re about to see. If your friend is the type to overpack, get them a gift from Mumi and this will no longer be a problem for sure!
2. Cord Roll
Photo by @afternoonswithalbert
We all know a kaladkarin friend who grows a jungle of wires in their carry on. As funny as it sounds, don’t you think it’s pretty stressful to dig through your bag for your phone charger or a pair of earphones? For those travellers who are always up and running, this handy item will keep them from constantly picking at their bags. Save them time and get them a cord roll! You can check some out at Afternoons with Albert – they’re pretty stylish too!
3. World Wall Map
Photo by @rachhankins
We’re sure that your travel bud already has their dream destinations for the next two or three years lined up. So what better way to help them fulfill these goals than by gifting them with a world wall map? Not only is this room accessory incredibly Pinterest-worthy, but it’ll definitely help your friend visualise all their travel plans and goals!
4. Passport holder
As we all know, a passport is the most important document to have with you wherever you travel. That said, it’s crucial to take good care of it at all times in order to avoid getting thrown off a flight. Think two steps ahead of your friend and gift them with a passport holder to best protect their travel documents! With so much available, you can choose from a variety of colours and designs – or personalise one for that kaladkarin friend of yours!
5. Holy Seat
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Not everyone wants to hear it, but using public toilets is one reality we can hardly avoid when travelling. Whether it be at the airport or at a street market, when nature calls, you will need to go! Get your buddy a Holy Seat to sanitise toilet seats wherever they need to! This is one item people don’t usually think of buying, but turns out to be pretty essential – travelling or not.
6. Multipurpose scarf
Next up on our list is probably our most tita gift ever! But trust us when we say that your friend – tita or not – will thank you for this lesser known essential. A multipurpose scarf is exactly what its name suggests: it’s got numerous functions for several occasions! It can be used as a scarf, a blanket, a wrap-around shawl to use for temple visits, and if you’re creative – maybe even a top! The possibilities are endless with this one, and you might just have to get one for yourself, too!
7. Digital luggage scale
If there’s one thing we’d want to avoid when travelling – it’s overpacking. No one would want to be caught at the check-in counter either shelling out so much cash or unloading their suitcase to fit the quota! So if your friend tends to overpack no matter what the occasion is, a digital luggage scale might just be the item that they need! With this gadget, they can easily weigh their bags before running off to the airport and gauge if they’ve got space for some extra shopping!
8. Fanny pack
Look mom, no hands! In case you missed it, fanny packs just made a huge comeback and every kaladkarin traveller needs to get their hands on one! Not only is it a total fashion statement, but it’s light, anti-theft and allows you to travel hands-free – and what can be better than that?!
9. Lush Sleepy
Photo by @lush_newzealand
If your BFF loves to fly across the globe, we’re sure they’re always suffering from some serious jetlag! Fret not – let them know you’ve found the cure. Head over to Lush and get some Sleepy hand and body lotion to lather it all over the skin – and voila – a good night’s sleep in a matter of minutes. We’re not sure what kind of sorcery this is, but it’s truly what every sleep-deprived person needs by their bedside table! Apart from a good night’s sleep, you’ll get soft skin, too!
10. Journal
Make sure your friend is documenting all her travels and gift them a personalised journal. Although everything is documented on social media nowadays, gifting your friend a personalised journal to write about her trips will truly capture details Instagram cannot. Don’t forget to include a personalised message for your friend to encourage them to write about all their adventures!
11. SIP Burrito
Photo by @sipsteelstraws
Foodie or not, convince all your friends to start living plastic-free with the SIP Burrito! No, we’re not talking about the famous delicious Mexican dish, but instead SIP’s Burrito is a roll up case that comes with steel straws, chopsticks and bamboo utensils that easily fit in your purse to bring on the go! There’s no doubt that your friend will be food tripping wherever they go, so best to have this on hand to lessen the use of plastic all around!
12. Collapsible Water Bottle
Photo by @biancaebako
Baggage friendly, convenient and handy – music to every traveller’s ears. This particular gift idea absolutely works wonders. If your kaladkarin friend is the type who loves to sweat, and who’s always down for a hike or a road trip adventure, get them a collapsible water bottle! It’s practical, good for everyday use and can fit in the smallest spaces! Now they don’t have to worry about bringing a bulky tumbler. You can check some out by que Bottle!
13. Ostrich Pillow
Photo by @ostrichpillowofficial
You can expect any frequent traveller to be used to sleeping in odd locations – from airplanes to airports. In case your friend falls into this category, why not make the journey more comfortable with an Ostrich Pillow? Whether they’re just trying to catch up on some sleep, or spending a whole night at the airport, this pillow is the one and only tool that will actually allow them to sleep absolutely anywhere!
14. A comfy outfit
More often than not, people who travel frequently have their go to airport outfits. They absolutely love wearing comfy clothing and they’ll never get tired of it! Add one more to their outfit arsenal by gifting them an oversized sweater or some loose trousers. We suggest getting something chic and stylish yet great for sleeping!
15. Klook activity
And finally, we’ve saved the best for last! Although every item we’ve listed is just as great, as a traveller, there’s no better present than a memorable experience. And for that, Klook’s got your back! With over 50,000 bookable activities in more than 200 destinations, you can go ahead and surprise them with a birthday itinerary or purchase that activity that’s always been on their bucket list! Surely, this is an experience they’ll treasure for a long time.
We’re turning 1, come celebrate with us!
Speaking of birthdays, we’re also celebrating ours! To celebrate a whole year of affordable travel with Klook, we want to thank YOU for making it all possible. Here’s a chance for you to book those activities for your next trip (or for your kaladkarin friend) with this special gift from us!
