Cavallini Papers & Co. National Parks 1,000 Piece Puzzle

Featuring archival Cavallini images, this reader favorite makes a beautiful gift for a mountain getaway, especially in the winter. It comes in a pretty 10-inch tube with a muslin bag for toting.

Apple AirTag 4 Pack

One thing we’ve learned from all our travels is that your bags will get lost at some point. These bestsellers are small enough to stash in wallets and powerful enough to keep tabs on checked suitcases. They rarely go on sale, but when they do, they’re worth grabbing.

Nitecore NB10000 Gen II (Gen 2) Ultra-Slim Power Bank

When you don’t have space for a block, this slim power bank can step in. We love its lightweight yet robust build for hiking trips, pass-through charging, and low current mode designed to protect electronics with small batteries, like watches.

Nocs Provisions Field Issue Binoculars

A perennial favorite, these binoculars are ideal for beginners and advanced wildlife watchers. We like them so much, we featured them in our best travel gear for 2024 and birding essentials lists.

Kodak Pixpro FZ55 Camera 

At under $200, this slim little camera makes a great gift for someone starting out in photography or for snapping fun pics while exploring. It comes in four colors, but the red one pops.

 Quince Mongolian Cashmere Straight Leg Pant

Cashmere is ideal for travelers—it’s naturally breathable, wrinkle-free, and helps regulate body temperature. We especially appreciate that these pants are made from sustainably sourced cashmere.

Leatherman Arc Multi-Tool

Every roadtripper and camper can do with a multi-tool. These little all-in-ones can tighten a bolt, trim a branch, and pull a nail. This one feels good in the hand and packs 20 tools.

Patagonia Atom Tote

Everyone needs a sturdy backpack. This one is small enough to fit under an airplane seat, yet roomy enough to fit essentials. It also has a padded laptop sleeve and a hydration bladder pass-through for hiking.

Swedish Dishcloth Cellulose Sponge Cloths

These reusable cloths make the perfect stocking stuffer. They’re wonders for sopping up messes in the kitchen but equally great on the road. They come in a pack of 10 bright colors, so they’re easy to spot among the rest of your gear.

Earthly Co. Reusable Paper Towels 

Made with 100-percent cotton flannel, these reusable paper towels are ideal for camping trips to national parks or anyplace where it’s important to “leave no trace.” We love the pretty patterns and large size.

Sunday Afternoons Ultra Adventure Hat

This hat goes with lots of outfits and has extra sun protection at UPF50+. It also packs down to fit easily into a carry-on or suitcase, with a wire rim that you can shape back into place when you’re ready to pop it on.

Hoka Women’s Bondi 8

A perennial favorite, the Hoka Bondi 8 made our list for best walking shoe for its plush cushioning and stability so you can go for longer strolls.

Hoka Ora Recovery Shoe

A good pair of recovery shoes can help tired feet after a long day of exploring. This pair was our top choice for recovery shoes for its oversized midsole and “MetaRocker” design that helps reduce fatigue.