Gifts for a grandmother who travels
Garmin
Drive 8.8 Inch Car Navigator
$349.99 at Garmin
A big clear satnav screen on the windscreen, for a driver who would rather not use a phone at the wheel.
Seen at Garmin, 18 Sep 2026
Timex
World Time Digital 40mm Resin Strap Watch
$83 at Timex
A digital watch that keeps a second city on the screen, for somebody who is often in another time zone.
Seen at Timex, 18 Sep 2026
Pendleton
Joshua Tree National Park Blanket
$295 at Pendleton
Desert colours in pure wool, heavy enough to be the blanket the family argues over.
Seen at Pendleton, 30 Aug 2026
Samsonite
Freeform Large Checked Luggage (paid link)
$100 to $250 at Amazon
A third Samsonite option, the brand's long-running Freeform line.
Seen at Amazon, 3 Sep 2026
Weber
Smokey Joe Charcoal Grill, 14 Inch
$54.99 at Weber
The small Weber kettle that goes in the boot for a tailgate or a beach cook and still takes real charcoal.
Seen at Weber, 18 Sep 2026
Bang & Olufsen
Beoplay H100, Century Brown
$2,300 at Bang & Olufsen
Titanium drivers, noise cancellation and a leather carrying pouch make every flight feel more considered.
Seen at Bang & Olufsen, 8 Sep 2026
Leica
Q3 43
$7,950 at Leica
A 60-megapixel Leica with a built-in 43mm APO lens, for the person who notices every detail.
Seen at Leica, 8 Sep 2026
Belkin
BoostCharge Power Bank (paid link)
$25 to $50 at Amazon
A phone charger sized for the desk, the bag or the flight.
Seen at Amazon, 3 Sep 2026
Dyson
Supersonic Travel (paid link)
Over $250 at Amazon
Named by The Strategist, 2026.
Checked 31 Aug 2026
Kate Spade
New York Small Travel Jewelry Case - Modern Leopard (paid link)
$25 to $50 at Amazon
Named by The Strategist, 2025.
Checked 31 Aug 2026
GoPro
The Handler Floating Hand Grip (paid link)
$25 to $50 at Amazon
An official GoPro grip for the grandfather or dad who films the grandkids on vacation.
Seen at Amazon, 3 Sep 2026
Hydro Flask
Travel Tumbler (32-ounce) (paid link)
Under $25 at Amazon
Named by The Verge, 2026.
Checked 31 Aug 2026
Anker
Nano Travel Adapter (paid link)
$25 to $50 at Amazon
Named by The Verge, 2026.
Checked 31 Aug 2026
Baggu
Large Packing Cube Set - Get Ready With Me
$38 at Baggu
Named by The Strategist, 2026.
Checked 31 Aug 2026
Shinola
Bixby Small Crossbody Bag - Sapphire
$395 at Shinola
A small leather crossbody with expanding accordion sides and polished hardware.
Seen at Shinola, 8 Sep 2026
Bag Boy
Golf Shoe Bag
$39.95 at Bag Boy / Dynamic Brands
A padded, ventilated bag that keeps golf shoes separate from the rest of the luggage.
Seen at Bag Boy / Dynamic Brands, 6 Sep 2026
Celestron
TrailSeeker ED 10x50mm Roof Binoculars
$439.95 at Celestron
ED-glass binoculars for detailed birdwatching and trips into the outdoors.
Seen at Celestron, 8 Sep 2026
Fjallraven
Kanken Keyring (paid link)
Under $25 at Amazon
A small fox keyring from the backpack brand's own line, an easy gift for a grandmother or grandfather.
Seen at Amazon, 3 Sep 2026
VESSEL
PrimeX 2.0 Backpack
$279 at VESSEL
A streamlined backpack with magnetic pocket closures and a dedicated tech compartment.
Seen at VESSEL, 8 Sep 2026
PENN
Battle IV Travel Spinning Combo, 4000 / Medium
$234.99 at PENN Direct
A matched 4000 reel and medium travel rod come with a carrying case and spare spool, ready to rig with line and tackle.
Seen at PENN Direct, 6 Sep 2026
National Geographic
50 States 5,000 Ideas
$24.95 at Barnesandnoble
Named by TODAY, 2026.
Checked 31 Aug 2026
Tile
Mate Bluetooth Tracker
$24.99 at Target
A tag for her keys that rings from her phone when she cannot find them.
Seen at Target, 4 Sep 2026
Assouline
Bombardier
$1,200 at Assouline
A lavishly illustrated journey through Bombardier’s private jets and aviation heritage.
Seen at Assouline, 8 Sep 2026
