21 Travel Gifts Women Over 40 Actually Want (And Will Use) ✈️
After two years of traveling solo around the world, and am well over 40 (51, actually), I can very confidently say that I know more than a thing or two about travel gifts women actually want - and will use.
Let’s be honest: at our age we’ve earned the miles, the memories, and the carry-on cocktails—so don’t hand us another basic luggage tag and call it thoughtful. Whether you’re shopping for yourself (as you absolutely should) or a fabulous midlife woman who’s always enviably jetting off somewhere beautiful, these gifts are practical, stylish, and just the right kind of extra she will love.
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Pro Tip… Pick a few of these travel gifts and make a fabulous travel gift basket she will want and love to use!
1. Celebrate Midlife T-Shirt
Because nothing says "I've arrived" like a bold, comfy tee that turns heads at baggage claim.
👉 Shop the Celebrate Midlife T-Shirt
2. Solid Shampoo & Conditioner Bars
Perfect for carry-ons and eco-friendly to boot.
👉 Get Ethique Shampoo Bar on Amazon
3. Silk Sleep Mask
For red-eyes, hotel naps, and blocking out the chaos—luxury meets comfort.
👉 Buy this mask on Amazon
4. Adidas Women's Classic Samba OG Sneakers
Stylish, breathable, and built for wanderlust.
👉 Shop Adidas on Amazon
5. Twelve South AirFly Bluetooth Adapter
Connect your wireless earbuds to plane entertainment = total game-changer.
👉 Find it on Amazon
6. Tumi “The Weekender” Bag
Chic and practical with compartments for everything.
👉 Get it here
7. Foldable Travel Yoga Mat
Lightweight, packable, and yoga-friendly wherever you roam.
👉 See it on Amazon
8. Wacaco Portable Espresso Maker
For coffee connoisseurs who want fresh espresso on the go.
👉 Grab it on Amazon
9. Jetsetter Skincare Kit
Travel-sized skincare essentials: cleanser, serum, face oil, gel cream, toner, eye cream.
👉 Check out Sunday Riley sets on Amazon
10. LaChaCha’s Midlife Travel Over 40 Packing Checklist (Free!)
Stress-free travel tips and planning inspiration for midlife explorers.
👉 Download it here
11. Anker PowerCore Portable Charger
Reliable power on the go—never lose battery or your sanity.
👉 Buy on Amazon
12. Compression Packing Cubes
Pack smarter, unpack happier—organized travel made easy.
👉 See them on Amazon
13. Cashmere Travel Wrap
Just like Linus with his security blanket, I take my cashmere wrap with me everywhere. Rain or shine, it’s a perfect plane blanket, scarf, and dinner jacket in one cozy package.
👉 Get this wrap on Amazon
14. Mini Tripod + Bluetooth Remote
I get it, you don’t want to be “that” person. Get over it!! You’ll thank me later 🤩 This is a solo traveler must-have: it’s time to stop bugging strangers for selfies.
👉 Buy on Amazon
15. Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones
Worth every penny for peace—perfect for flights, cafes, and airport lounges. I purchased my Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones in an airport in Nicaragua in 2017 and still absolutely love them!
👉 Shop Bose on Amazon
16. Personalized Push-Pin Travel Map
Scratch off or pin the places that made your heart beat loudest. Admittedly, I don’t have this yet, but I really, really want it!!
👉 Check them out here
17. Flight-Ready Face Mask Set
Midlife skin loves a mini glow-up at 30,000 feet.
👉 Buy the set on Amazon
18. Kindle Paperwhite
Light, waterproof, and ready for beach reads or layover escapes.
👉 Shop Kindle on Amazon
19. Stylish RFID Passport Wallet
Keep travel docs safe and chic—hello, jet-set glam.
👉 Find it on Amazon
20. Silicone Wine Bottle Protectors
Travel-proof wine from Tuscany? Yes, please. Honestly ladies, these are soooo cool.
👉 Buy on Amazon
21. LaChaCha Tote + Accessories
Chic, bold, midlife-power-packed beach bags and accessories.
👉 Browse the Celebrate Midlife shop
💬 Final Boarding Call
Whether she’s catching flights, feelings, or her fabulous second act, these gifts have practical style, travel-ready impact, and loads of personality—just like her. And most pair perfectly with a bold tee and a one-way ticket.
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