2024 Gift Guide for Travelers 

From high end to low end, whatever your budget is, these are the best gifts for any travelers in your life. Whether you are shopping for yourself or an avid traveler, these gadgets make great gifts for just about anyone. Traveling can be a lot of fun (I think we would all agree there!) but it is even more fun when you have shiny new toys to play with.

And just a heads up – this is not a sponsored post. I have purchased all of these products myself and use them regularly when I am traveling.

Alright… let’s get to it! The first gadget on the list is..

DJI OM 6 Smartphone Gimbal Stabilizer

Let’s talk Gimbal. You might be thinking.. Say what?! If you or someone you know creates any sort of video or photography content, a gimbal is a MUST. It makes your video look incredibly smooth and professional.

The latest and greatest gimbal on the market is the DJI Osmo 6, which has a magnetic phone clamp design & supports additional modes like Flashlight mode and CloneMe.

One of my favorite features is the ability to take a multiple angle time-lapse video (see below!) You can also quickly rotate your iPhone (or any smartphone) from landscape to portrait with one click of a button. You can also zoom your camera in and out using the scrolling dial.

If you prefer photography, you can also use this gimbal to take different types of panoramic photos and timed shots. The 3×3 panoramic photos are next level.

You simply set your Gimbal up, and it automatically takes 9 different photos from different angles and pieces them together to create 1 image. Gesture control allows your camera to follow and track you, which is SO awesome.

The entire device holds up into a small package so you can easily throw it into a backpack or handbag. Check out some of the footage I captured from my last trip in Zihuatenajo. Highly recommend the DJI OMSO 6 for travel or content creators.

Instax Mini 90 Neo Classic

I don’t know anything more fun than taking pics with Instax cameras. Do you remember when polaroid cameras were big back in high school? For me, that was around 2005 and I had to go to the local Walgreens to get my photos printed. There is just something so gratifying about taking a Instax picture and seeing it come to life within seconds.

I personally use the Instax Mini 90 Neo Classic because it has more features than the basic models.

Different modes like Party Mode and Kids Mode (aka pets mode for me) allow you to have more control over your shots.

You can rotate the dial to switch modes and functions, while looking through the viewfinder to frame the perfect shot. Flash, brightness control and the ability to shoot a double exposure are some of the other features this Instax has over other models.

DJI Air 3

On the other end of the gadget spectrum brings me to DRONES. It’s just incredible the images and videos you can get from a Birds Eye view. I currently have DJI Air drone and couldn’t recommend it enough.

Because all of the consumer DJI drones are small and lightweight, you don’t need a license to fly it. It’s very easy to use and has a ton of presets that basically mean.. the drone can fly itself. You’ll find features such as obstacle avoidance, active tracking and can shoot in a variety of different photo and video formats. This would also be an amazing, higher-end gift if you’re really looking to treat someone or yourself. Shooting aerial videos and photos is next level.

I always buy the “Fly More” bundle which includes extra batteries, spare propellers, charging station for the batteries and more. Buying these items individually would cost more than buying them in a bundle, so that’s why I choose to spend a little extra and get the complete package.

Joby GorillaPod for Smartphones/Action Cameras

Lastly, a tripod. Tried and true. If you travel solo, this tripod is flexible so you can prop up your iPhone to capture a good shot. Or if you travel with friends or family and want to snap a cute family photo, this will definitely do the trick!

Joby is the brand that I love the most because they have a ton of different tripod options and make compatible accessories like microphones, lights etc

Mophie Powerstation Plus XL

An external battery pack is absolutely a necessity when I travel. From watching movies on the plane, to reading some digital self-development book or just scrolling through the gram.. A smartphone battery pack is essential.

I carry a Mophie Powerstation with me because it has a USB-C port and lots of power in a small footprint. This powerstation can also power iPhones, iPads and other USB-C devices. Highly recommend every traveler to have one of these in their bag.

Joby Beamo Mini LED Light

One of the most underrated travel accessories is an external light source. This Joby Mini LED can attach to many different tripods (not just to Joby ones). It’s magnetic, waterproof and you it’s compatible with the Joby App, so you can change settings like brightness.

This small light is powerful and really makes a difference when you’re shooting videos, taking selfies, or find yourself in low-light situations.

GoPro Hero 12

I really wasn’t sold on a GoPro for the longest time. I never thought I would use it and now, it goes everywhere with me! Because of its compact design, it’s convenient to travel with and I love the fact that it’s an action camera. This means, you’ll be able to capture all sorts of different photos/videos in many unique environments. Check out this video that I took in Hawaii a few years ago…

I have the GoPro Hero 12, which is the newest one and offers 27MP photos, 5.3K video and HyperSmooth 6.0 Stabilization. I also recommend the bundle which includes a few accessories and an extra battery.

Any of these gifts are perfect for any traveler, whether that’s you or anyone in your life. Let me know in the comments if you have any travel tech recommendations – I’d love to check them out!