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Globetrotter gifts that wow!

Everyone knows a girl who travels the world, so we’ve rounded up some of the best gifts around for the girl who's always on the move. Whether she’s traveling by train or plane, near or far, here are our travel gift ideas that she's sure to love.

Without further ado, here are our top gift ideas for the traveling girl that might make you want to take a trip or two of your own!

Travel gifts under $20

Travel Life Log

Travel Life Log

For the organized traveler in your life (or the person who needs some help on that front), there's the Travel Life Log to help plan the next trip. Complete with pages for list-making, observations and general notes, this journal will become part of the trip itself and be a cherished keepsake for years after the trip is over. (knockknockstuff.com, $6)

Kusmi Tea

Kusmi Tea

After a long flight and stressful travels, detox and recharge with Kusmi Tea’s Detox Blend — a refreshing blend of maté and Chinese green tea, flavored with lemon and lemon grass. Available loose in a tin or in little sachets, this tea is all you need to start feeling like yourself again — one soothing cup at a time. (us.kusmitea.com, $20)

LA Fresh travel packets

LA Fresh travel packets

We all want to look good after a long flight, but one thing is for sure — no one wants to lug around full-size products. Go the easy route with LA Fresh's One Day Stay Travel Packets, perfect for when your suitcase real estate is at a premium. What's included? A makeup remover wipe, a dental mitt, deodorant and more. Easily slipped into your overnight bag, these versatile wipes will be all you need in your toiletry case. (lafreshgroup.com, $4)

Oribe purse size hair spray

Oribe purse size hair spray

No girl on-the-go's carry-on is complete without a product to get rid of the frizz and infuse some life back into limp locks. Oribe's Imperméable Anti-Humidity purse size spray is just the thing to make messy plane hair a thing of travels past. Perfect for stocking stuffers, Oribe's purse sprays really are a Christmas miracle and are great for the girl on your list who wouldn't be caught dead sporting a bad hair day. (oribe.com, $20)

Cruising Altitude: Tales of Crashpads, Crew Drama, and Crazy Passengers at 35,000 Feet

A humorous read

Every traveler needs a good book or two, so click on over and pick up Cruising Attitude: Tales of Crashpads, Crew Drama, and Crazy Passengers at 35,000 Feet by seasoned flight attendant Heather Poole. You'll get a look into what being a flight attendant really entails and hear crazy stories that might convince you that the friendly skies aren't really that friendly. Her in-the-air escapades will have you giggling in your seat and unable to put this page-turner down. (amazon.com, $10)

LUNA Protein Bars

LUNA Protein Bars

A girl with places to be needs to keep her energy levels up, so stock your purse with some on-the-go nutrition from LUNA. LUNA Protein Bars are under 200 calories each and are affordable, satisfying and get you from point A to point B without the possibility of caving in to candy bars and other unhealthy snacks along the way. Our favorite flavor is the Chocolate Peanut Butter. (lunabar.com, $2)

Travel gifts under $100 

Pacsafe bag

Pacsafe bag

Few things are worse than getting pickpocketed when away from home, so protect your valuables with the innovative Citysafe 200 GII bag from Pacsafe. Expertly crafted with anti-theft technology, you'll foil even the most professional thief with this travel must-have. And check out that chic herringbone pattern! (pacsafe.com, $90)

Davek Traveler umbrella

Davek Traveler umbrella

If you've destroyed your fair share of umbrellas over the years, look no further than the Davek Traveler — it'll be the last umbrella you'll ever buy. Constructed from a sturdy 190-thread count, microweave fabric, and available in a variety of bright colors, including sunny yellow, this is one compact umbrella that can withstand harsh winds, heavy rains and anything else Mother Nature sends your way. And if you need more of an incentive, Davek offers an unconditional lifetime guarantee on all their products. (davekny.com, $89)

Pandora Suitcase charm

Pandora Suitcase charm

What girl can resist beautiful jewelry during the holidays? Not a single one I know! Dazzle the traveler on your list with a fun travel charm from Pandora. Made of sterling silver, the Pandora Suitcase charm is our pick to add to a Pandora bracelet. Jazz up a bare wrist while getting her in the planning mood for her next jaunt someplace special! (pandora.net, $40)

Travel gifts under $200

Tieks flats

Tieks flats

Comfy shoes are a must, so if your travels have you on your feet all day, make sure your tootsies are treated to a little R&R with versatile ballet flats from Tieks. Available in a variety of colors and patterns, these one-of-a-kind folding ballet flats are made of Italian leather and will last forever. Pop 'em in your purse and go! (tieks.com, $165)

Scottevest Women's Trench

Scottevest Women's Trench

A coat with pockets in all the right places is a travel must for any gal on the move, and Scottevest's Women's Trench is just the coat to make your travels hassle-free. With 18 pockets for all your gadgets, expertly crafted right into the coat's interior, you'll know where all your things are and breeze right through security. Fashion forward and a frequent traveler's necessity, this is one trench you won't ever want to take off. (scottevest.com, $150)

Everpurse phone charger

Everpurse phone charger

Remembering to charge your phone is a common travel headache, so make dead batteries a thing of the past with Everpurse. This super cool invention allows you to charge your phone effortlessly without wires in a special compartment in the Everpurse bag. After their hugely successful Kickstarter campaign, Everpurse is now ready to take orders and will revolutionize the way you think about charging. Compatible with late model iPhones and a variety of Android smartphones, you can pre-order one now for spring 2013 delivery. (everpurse.com, $189)

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Comments on "Top holiday travel gifts for the jet setting gal"

Katie December 05, 2012 | 12:15 PM

Yum I love Luna Bars! These are all such great gifts for the gal that loves to travel! Books are always good, as is a travel life log to keep track of everywhere you go. Thanks!

Jennifer November 30, 2012 | 8:26 AM

These are great travel must-haves! I have a few globe trotters on my holiday shopping list so this article gave me some good gift ideas. My number one traveling necessity is having something good to read so the Cruising Attitude book is something I’d like to have on my Christmas wish list this year.

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