13 Amazing Comfy Travel Gifts You’ll Want To Keep For Yourself

“This is the brand you’ve been looking for to complete your travel wardrobe. Unbound Merino wears like your most comfortable t-shirt, but with the softness and quality of your favorite sweater. Their secret: Merino wool. The brand was built around travelers’ needs. Their clothing is lightweight, difficult to wrinkle, odor resistant, and moisture-wicking. It’s so versatile that you can wear it on a hike and then out to dinner. Basically, take just a few items in a carry-on and you’re good to go for a week-long trip. Now you just have to decide if you’re going to buy this as a gift or for yourself. It’s best to choose both.” — Missy Glassmaker, SVP

“I found out about these shoes from another TravelAwaits article. My feet always swell badly when I fly, and if I take my shoes off, I can’t get them back on. Plus, just the thought of how many feet have been on my plane before me keeps my shoes on.

“I hate an ugly shoe but bit the bullet and purchased the Orthofeet Sanibel. What it lacked in attractiveness it more than made up for in comfort. When shopping the Orthofeet website, you can search for shoes based on your needs, in this case, swelling feet.

“I love all the Velcro adjustments as well as the stretchable mesh incorporated into the shoe. About halfway through a 10-hour flight, my feet began to swell. I made a few adjustments to the Velcro fastenings, and my feet were very comfortable. Each shoe comes with arch supports and various liners so you can customize the shoe to fit you perfectly.” — Peggy Cleveland

“I love my KÜHL travel pants. They are lightweight, easy to wear, stretchable, and affordable. These come in handy if your checked baggage doesn’t arrive when you do.” — Kentrell Charles

Chico’s So Slimming Pima Cotton Leggings are super comfy to wear while traveling. They’re also nice to have if your vacation involves anything active, from hiking to yoga. Made of breathable, super-soft Pima cotton-blend fabric, these stretchy ankle-length Zenergy® leggings are one of Chico’s best-selling styles. “These are the most comfortable yoga pants I have ever worn,” raves one reviewer from Chicago, who says, “I want 10 more pairs!”

So Slimming® Hidden Fit technology slims and shapes, smoothing bumps and bulges for a flattering fit. Unlike most leggings, they feature side pockets to hold your phone, hotel key, and other essentials. And they’re machine washable!

“I don’t love a ton of extra bulk and I needed pieces I could easily fit in a carry-on for my upcoming cold-weather trips. That’s when I found the coat that checked all of my boxes.

This affordable puffer jacket comes in 16 different colors. With nearly 14,000 ratings, it still has 4.5 stars on Amazon. Lightweight but warm, it is perfectly packable, water-resistant, and machine washable. I loved it so much that I bought two!” — Allison Weston

Is this the coziest blanket ever? Probably not. Is it the sweetest? Certainly. Available on Etsy, this Personalized Love Letter Blanket makes a great gift. It can be customized using a font that looks like handwriting, or you can upload your own handwriting using a template. This 100 percent cotton throw comes in three totally totable sizes and is machine washable. Keep in mind that it can take up to 10 business days to create, so don’t wait to order! 

“The Solo Stove is simply the best thing to come along when it comes to campfires and fire pits since matches. It’s lightweight, compact, easy to assemble, operate, and clean, and it really is smokeless.” — Joe Cuhaj

Why does the DROWSY Silk Sleep Mask retail for $79? Because it is 100 percent blackout, hypoallergenic, sound-muffling, nonslip, and weighted. Made with the best quality 22 momme, padded mulberry silk, this sleep mask takes beauty sleep to a whole new level. It is also washable. Enjoy a luxurious snooze with this ultimate retreat for weary eyes.

“Bombas Everyday Compression Socks are perfect if you like a supportive sock but don’t want to feel too constricted. The mild compression level helps relieve minor swelling and prevent fatigued legs after long travel periods of sitting in a plane or car. These socks feature honeycomb arch support, added cushioning, and a seamless toe.” — Allison Weston