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If your mum has more passport stamps than perfume bottles, and thinks airport lounges are more exciting than day spas, then you’re probably aiming to spoil her with something other than a scented candle and a new pair of slippers. That’s why we’ve rounded up the perfect list of Mother’s Day gifts that are designed to fuel Mum’s wanderlust and show her just how much she means to you.
There are lots of great gadget gifts that will enhance your travel-loving mum’s holiday adventures. You can help her stay connected with loved ones back home by giving her a portable power bank, universal travel adapter or a compact tech organiser for those cords and chargers.
If she’s into photography, she’s sure to thank you for a smartphone lens kit or a mini tripod. An AirTag will help her to keep tabs on that suitcase packed with souvenirs for the family, while noise-cancelling headphones will ensure that she doesn’t have to listen to other people’s family drama (unless she wants to 🫣).
Every frequent flyer needs a go-to travel bag that’s as practical as it is chic, whether it’s a sleek weekender, a smart carry-on, or a comfy backpack with all the compartments. Look for something lightweight and packed with travel-smart features like a trolley sleeve, hidden pockets and waterproof fabric.
If Mum’s already completed her quest for the perfect travel bag, you could opt to elevate her packing game with a set of stylish packing cells. For the ultimate upgrade, consider the newest innovation in twenty-first-century luggage: a self-propelled smart suitcase that uses AI technology to follow her through the terminal like a well-behaved child.
Planet-friendly travel gear is a thoughtful way to celebrate your mum’s passion for travel while protecting the planet she loves exploring. Think collapsible coffee cups, stainless steel straws, reusable bamboo cutlery, or a chic water bottle with a built-in filter – ideal if she loves venturing into off-the-beaten-path destinations.
Harness the power of the sun with a solar powered charging device, add a piece of sustainable merino clothing to her capsule travel wardrobe or gift her some beautifully wrapped skincare and haircare bars.
Every mum deserves a little pampering from time to time, so treat yours to an indulgent, in-air self-care session that will have her floating off the plane feeling like a movie star ready to dazzle the paparazzi. You could include luscious skincare products like nourishing lip balm and hydrating facial mist, as well as luxury sleep aids such as a silk eye mask, memory foam neck pillow and comfy bed socks. Bundle it all up in a cute drawstring bag that can be reused as a book bag, and she’ll be glow-ready.
Help Mum relive her favourite adventures and plan future ones by giving her a beautiful scratch map or push-pin world map. An elegant travel journal is a fabulous option if she prefers an old-school approach to documenting her travels, or you can create a personalised photo album that highlights your favourite holiday moments together.
If there’s a particular destination that Mum has been hankering to visit, you can fuel her enthusiasm with a well-written travel memoir or a beautiful coffee-table book of photography. With her permission, you could even transform her own travel journals and photography into a handcrafted scrapbook.
A travel gift certificate from TravelManagers is a fabulous way to encourage your mum’s travel dreams while supporting small Australian business owners. Your personal travel manager can arrange a gift certificate loaded with any value, and they are valid for three years so Mum has plenty of time to decide how she wants to use it.
If you really want to go all out and lock down ‘favourite child’ status, you could plan a surprise getaway for Mum. Earn extra points by creating a mystery box that contains clues to her destination, from maps and travel guides to holiday-themed packing essentials (a sunhat for a beach holiday or a soft robe for a spa weekend).
Need help planning the perfect Mother’s Day escape for your mum? Contact your personal travel manager and get ready to make her travel dreams come true.
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