Holiday Gift Ideas for Every Type of Winter Vacation
Deciding where to go for the holidays is only half the battle. There's the question of what to pack and what to pick up while you're abroad.
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Left, clockwise from top: Skeem White Cloud match cloche, $38; Chef'n s'mores roaster, $50; Galison The Skiers porcelain tray by Gray Malin, $40; Tory Burch merino ski sweater, $498. Right, from top: Canada Goose Cypress puffer, $895; MoMA Design Store Verloop balaclava, $78; Louis Vuitton skis, $10,400.Whether you're setting off on a family adventure to India or a wine-focused trip through Italy, these pieces are the presents to pack — or to inspire your shopping before or after your trip.
For a Warm-weather Cruise
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Do your holiday plans include a cruise to the Galápagos Islands? Or to the Kimberly, a remote part of west Australia, and one of T+L's best destinations to visit in 2024? You'll need some stylish gear (like sunglasses and a statement watch) for hanging around on deck, plus shore excursions.
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31 watch in Oystersteel, $5,650
Warby Parker Piera sunglasses, $195
FoundRae Internal Compass Cigar Band ring in 18-karat gold, $2,850
The Nue Co. Water Therapy fragrance, $95
SteamLine Luggage mini, $310, vanity case, $425, and carry-on, $850
Nate Berkus x Celebrity Cruises Sunset Bar Collection shaker, $60
Basil Bangs Lounger chair, $249
The Loomia Color Pop beach towel, $29
Vilebrequin x St. Regis Los Cabos Printed Moorise swim trunks, $310
Marricreo rope basket, $255
MoMA Design Store recycled-plastic magnetic travel capsules, $84 for a set of six
For a Glamorous Train Trip
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Zipping across Europe on the newly revived Venice Simplon-Orient-Express? Pack luxe bedtime necessities, like pajamas and an eyemask, and a smart toiletry bag for your cabin.
Olivia von Halle satin pajamas, $670
Antler Clifton suitcase, $295
Moismont No. 40 tote bag, $130
Cuyana charmeuse eye mask, $48
Chopin x Sugarfina Martini Collection candies, $32 for a set of three boxes
Leatherology train case, $150
For Hitting the Ski Slopes
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Whether you're strolling through Aspen or Switzerland, a sleek pair of gloves, warm socks, cozy hat, and hot-water bottle cover are a must.
Toast hot-water-bottle cover, $70
Loeffler Randall Ava knit hat, $125
Hermès Sherwood socks, $455
Paul Smith leather and suede gloves, $275
For a Beach Escape to Costa Rica
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If you're heading to T+L's Destination of the Year, you'll want pieces for hitting the beach — like a tote, swimsuit, and beach towel — but be sure to also pack some sneakers for jungle treks.
Matouk Schumacher Zebra Palm beach towels, $95 each
Papier Voyage travel journal, $38
Ulla Johnson Marta basket tote, $250
Casarialto Palma glasses, $335 for a set of four
Mignonne Gavigan Lux Parakeet earrings, $295
Tory Burch Good Luck sneakers, $398
Jonathan Adler Muse Sun trinket tray, $85
Jayson Home Orion Objects seashells in large, $150, and small, $125
Zodiac Super Sea Wolf ceramic watches, $1,795 each
Herbivore Botanicals Super Nova eye cream, $48
Bloomingville acacia salad servers, $15
Baughaus Design Studio 12-inch Banana Leaf platter, $35
Lo & Sons Catalina Deluxe bag, $225
Eres Arc-en-Ciel swimsuit, $685
For Staying Entertained En-route
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Whether you're on a long haul flight, train, or cruise, you'll want fun games—like a tic-tac-toe set, to pass the time. And a pair of in-ear headphones is never a bad idea.
Compartés edible tic-tac-toe game, $40
Hermès silk bandana, $245
Smythson chess roll, $725
Montblanc MTB 03 in-ear headphones, $405
For an Italian Escape
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Live la dolce vita year-round with an espresso maker, leather loafers, and brand-name accessories.
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Twist glass decanter, $700
Dolce & Gabbana DG Logo Bag, $1,495
Max Mara cat-eye sunglasses, $199
Haute Victoire antique citrine and pearl necklace, $3,100
Santa Maria Novella Pot Pourri wax tablets, $38
Bialetti Moka Express Alpina espresso maker, $35
John Derian Pantheon ornament, $54
La DoubleJ Mamma Milano book by J. J. Martin, $48
Rimowa Distinct Cabin suitcase, $3,575
Master & Dynamic MH40 wireless over-ear headphones, $399
Poschiavo extra-long spaghetti, $13
Jamie Haller Two-Tone penny loafers, $525
Jonathan Adler Sorrento pickleball set, $175
Les Ottomans Antique Collection tray, $85
A version of this story first appeared in the December 2023/January 2024 issue of Travel + Leisure under the headline "The T+L Gift Guide."
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