With Christmas soon approaching, it is the time of year when everyone scrambles to figure out what gifts for female travelers to get when their friend clearly value experiences over things. It seems to be an insolvable conundrum. But as worldly individuals, your travel besties would probably love if you got them something that they not only would love and really use, but also could make a difference. And where exactly would you find a gift that met all of those requirements? Right here in this article of course! Read on to find 10 gifts for female travelers that give back.
Classic Backpack by Adventurist
Sturdy backpacks are an absolute travel essential and this minimalist one by Adventurist would make a fantastic gift for a female traveler! Not only are they really cute, they’re also made of water-resistant material and have padding in the front and back to make sure all your belongings stay safe! Also, for every backpack sold, Adventurist Backpack Co. provides 25 meals to families in need across the U.S.
Price: $69
World Scratch Map by Serengetee
Scratch maps are a great way to keep track of all the places you’ve traveled in a fun way! Not only that, if you buy Serengetee’s scratch map, they’ll give 10% of the profits to a diverse range of grassroots causes.
Price: $48 $39 (on sale now!)
S’well Water Bottle
Every traveler needs a basic water bottle to fill up after they’ve crossed through security (pesky TSA always making us dump our water out) and I think S’well’s are one of the best. The sleek silhouette is easy to hold and super chic, and the patterns are absolutely gorgeous. The bottles supposedly keep your beverage cold for 24 hours and hot for 12. Also, this eco-friendly water bottle brand is a proud partner of UNICEF USA.
Price: $25-$45
Silk Eye Mask by the Ethical Silk Company
Everyone knows that eye masks are essential for getting sleep on your flight or in a hostel. Eye masks from the Ethical Silk Company are super soft, made of real silk that’s ethically sourced, and 5% of profits go to the Jeevan Jyothi AIDS Centre in Theni. Focus Ireland, a charity that works to prevent people becoming, remaining or returning to homelessness, also receives 5% company profits.
Price: $35
Save the Dolphins Pack by Pura Vida Bracelets
These adorable bracelets are the perfect low-maintenance accessories for any traveler! If you buy this specific set of bracelets, 10% of net profits of this bracelet pack will be donated to The Oceanic Preservation Society, which exposes complex, global environmental issues and promote advocacy through the use of film, photography, social media, and collaboration. In addition to the Oceanic Preservation Society, Pura Vida is partnered with over 190 charities and has donated more than $935,358 to date. If you buy any of the bracelets from their charity collections, you can choose exactly what cause your money will go to.
Price: $30
Blanket by Sackcloth & Ashes
For your more outdoorsy travel friends, this blanket is the perfect gift to keep them warm throughout their travels! Not to mention how cute and photogenic it is. And if you purchase a blanket from Sackcloth, they will also donate one to a local homeless shelter.
Price: $109
Pom Pom Beanie from Love Your Melon
Traveling to colder places this Christmas season? This pom pom beanie will do a great job of keeping your head warm. In addition, 50% of profit from the sale of this product will be donated to Love Your Melon’s nonprofit partners in the fight against pediatric cancer.
Price: $45
Charity Pot by LUSH
This lotion comes without ANY packaging or liquids! All you need to do to use it is to melt it directly onto your skin and then massage in the butters, making it eco-friendly and TSA-friendly! The best part? 100 percent of the purchase price goes to charities devoted to human and animal rights, and environmental conservation.
Price: $9.95
Bon Voyage Journal by Ames and Oates
Have a friend who loves keeping a journal while they travel? This gift will be absolutely perfect for them! Ames and Oates also donate 10% of each gift order to provide children access to quality education through their partnership with Pencils of Promise.
Price: $15
Suna Leggings by Sudara
Everyone needs a comfy pair of black leggings for the plane ride. Why not get yours from Sudara? They’re giving women in India the opportunity to work with an upstanding employer in a supply chain of like-minded companies to escape sexual slavery.
Price:$59 $17.70 (on sale now!)
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