People who are constantly on the road — whether for work or for fun — likely have most of the essentials that travelers need, which means that a truly thoughtful gift for them has to go beyond the basics or be something they wouldn’t splurge on for themselves. Here, a range of experts, including Wirecutter staffers and Sebastian Modak, this year’s 52 Places Traveler, share their picks for the most compelling gifts for your favorite frequent flier.
Abbie Kozolchyk, a travel editor based in New York City, recommends this wrap, which can serve as in-flight blanket or a scarf when on the ground.
For the adventurous photographer on your list, the Wirecutter contributor Geoff Morrison suggests this camera, which can create fully spherical, immersive, high-res images and videos.
The Wirecutter luggage writer Kit Dillon packs carry-on-sized versions of the Aussie skin care company’s best-selling products for midair self-care. (The sizes are also good for long layovers.)
This pocket-size Roku will let your traveler stream their favorite shows, says the Wirecutter TV writer Chris Heinonen — it plays nicely with often nitpicky hotel Wi-Fi.
Sebastian Modak prefers this quick-release clip to shoulder straps — it lets him attach his DSLR camera to his belt or backpack strap, leaving his hands free.
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