“Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all of one’s lifetime.” – Mark Twain
Tis the season for gift giving, doing good, and taking time to appreciate your closest people. Today, I’m sharing the first of many gift guides to make the specific people on your list happy campers. This first one was easy! You know I have the travel bug, and I am exited to share this gift guide for the world traveler in your life.
Cloth Beads from Tanzania
The Swahili word for beads is shanga. Artisans in Mwitikira create beads made from bright cloth by rolling tiny, tiny bits of fabric into a small ball and then encasing them in a larger circle of cloth. The beads are secured and strung to create these fun layering essentials. Wear just one or stack on several over your simple black turtleneck or with your LBD. Shop them here.
Scratch Off Map
One of these hangs above my bed. I think it’s the most fun to keep track of your world traveler ways and make plans for the next stop. This is the perfect present for the globetrotter in your life who likes to keep things simple, yet cherish their memories. Shop it here.
Colorful Throw Pillows
Chances are the world traveler you know might need some extra TLC at home. These soft, yet vibrant pillow covers will blend with an eclectic or simple decor. They are made from a combination of two 100% cotton fabrics from east Africa. Shop them here.
Vintage Map Art
These folded designs created from vintage maps are the perfect addition to a traveler’s home. The minimalist framing and ode to cartography is hard to resist. This Esty shop owner has several other fun, yet simple decorations for any part of the home. Shop it here.
Italian Leather journal
A true traveler documents their conquests. For the traditional gal or guy, a journal will do the trick. This Italian leather journal made in Florence is handcrafted of smooth, soft leather and features 416 inviting pages of unlined cream paper with colorfully marbled edges. Secured by a flap and tie closure, as were many ancient traveling texts, this distinctive diary could become a constant companion. Shop it here.
Insta Mini Camera
More of a modern traveler? Forget your smartphone camera and its filter apps. Use this compact, retro-chic instant camera that is perfect for the novice photographer. It develops sharp, vivid photo prints. It has a built-in wide-angle lens and lets you choose long and multiple exposure settings. Don’t forget to say cheese! Shop it here.
What items are on your wish list for your travel memories?
A special thank you to Dadas & Design for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.
ah these are great ideas for some of my friends!! I’m not really the world traveler but they are, so cute!! xoxo
Loving all of these ideas! I have the camera and love it!
XO
http://www.simplybethany.com // Bethany
No way! Good to hear another endorsement!
These are all great ideas!!!! The map idea sounds so cool. Thanks for sharing!!!
I love the scratch off map idea!! So neat!
-Laurelle
http://www.bellebylaurelle.com
Awesome gift guide! Such unique finds!
-Steph
http://www.urbanblonde.com
The scratch off map, oh my goodness. Why have I never thought of that! So genius and such a great post!
xoxo Bryanna | Coming in Clutch
I love all of these ideas! I will use them all because I do plan to start traveling more and these are great ideas that I will share with my wanderlust friends!
Linh
http://xcapewithlinh.com/how-i-wear-fall-in-la/
Love this! Makes me want to hop on a plane and jet off somewhere new!
-Jessica
http://www.belleadoreblog.com