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| TPG's annual holiday gift guide |
| by Brian Kelly |
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Hi everyone,
I hope you are all enjoying the Thanksgiving weekend with friends and family. For this week’s newsletter, I’ve asked Zach Griff to share his annual TPG gift guide with you all.
There are so many great travel gifts on the list this year. Some of my favorites are the Loop Engage earplugs (since the basic foam ones fall out and are sometimes hard to get out) and the Anker charger — especially now that I have the new iPhone and need a USB-C quick charge. I don’t like using the huge Apple laptop chargers that always fall out of the outlets on planes.
And of course, Apple AirTags are a must. They aren’t just for your checked luggage — I have them on my keys, stroller, carry-on bags, you name it. I love them because I lose everything!
Have a great weekend,
BK
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The holiday season has officially commenced, and with it comes one of the most stressful (yet exciting!) times of the year, at least for me — finding the perfect gift for the loved ones in your life.
I curate TPG’s annual holiday gift guide, which this year features 23 of the best picks for travelers, with suggestions ranging from the hottest new travel tech gadgets to the best carry-on bags in the sky.
While you can peruse the full list of traveler-approved gifts in my guide, I wanted to highlight some of the favorites that have become game changers for me and my travel routine.
Best travel tech gear
If you’ve been following me for a while, you know that I’m not just a big traveler — I also love trying out all the new technology that can improve the travel experience.
This year, I’ve been especially impressed with all the airlines that committed to equipping their planes with Bluetooth connectivity. This means you’ll be able to pair your wireless headphones with the seatback screen sans dongle.
As wireless headphones are more popular than ever, I’d definitely recommend checking out Apple’s second-generation AirPods Pro, which received top marks in my recent review of the six best noise-canceling headphones for travelers.
Other tech devices that I swear by — and would make great gifts — include the new iPhone 15 and a portable travel laptop, such as the MacBook Air.
And these days, I’m seeing more and more travelers using iPads when on the road. These powerful tablets come in a variety of models and are a frequent flyer’s best friend because they can used from takeoff to touchdown with no interruption.
Of course, no traveler should leave home without an AirTag or two. These item trackers are an essential part of any traveler’s packing list.
Looking for some more gift inspo? Check out my story where I reveal all the tech devices I always pack.
Best luggage for travelers
Earlier this year, the zipper on my trusty Away backpack broke. I brought it to the store, but they couldn’t fix it, so I decided to source suggestions from readers for the best travel backpack.
That turned into a handy review of the 10 best travel backpacks, any one of which would make a great gift for the road warrior in your life.
In terms of rollaboards, I’ve long been a fan of Tumi’s bags. This year, I’m recommending the Alpha 3 Continental expandable four-wheel carry-on, but I know some readers swear by other brands such as Rimowa, Briggs & Riley and Samsonite.
Best gifts for kids
What do you get the budding aviator and globe-trotter in your life?
Parents on the TPG team had great things to say about the Stokke JetKids ride-on suitcase. Not only does it come in five colors, but kids can also ride on top of it when they get tired.
As kids start racking up the miles, they might want to start tracking and scrapbooking their trips. I found the travel journal from Wanderlust Passport to be a great way to do that.
Best gifts for AvGeeks
No list of TPG gifts would be complete without a special section for the aviation enthusiasts in your life.
That’s where Zero Eight Left comes in. This AvGeek-approved shop specializes in art and lifestyle gear for those who love planes and airports.
Pick from airport diagrams, runway maps, aircraft metal art and much more.
Too bad my wife won’t let me get any more AvGeek trinkets!
Zach
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