As you begin holiday shopping for all of your loved ones, you might be stumped on what to get the hardest person to shop for on your list—a teenager. Finding the perfect gift for the teen traveler in your life can be quite the challenge—no one stays up to date on the latest trends quite like them. But don’t worry, we have plenty of gift ideas that your teenage daughter, grandson, or niece will appreciate. From the latest tech and outdoor gadgets to TikTok-famous beauty products and shoes, these gifts will earn you plenty of points with even the hardest to impress teens.
Whether the teenager in your life is just getting into travel and could use some new gear or is already a pro at mapping out their next adventure, we've got you covered with travel-friendly gift ideas they'll actually use at every price point. From noise-canceling headphones and inflatable loungers to heatless hair curling sets and cozy Ugg slippers, there's something on this list that every teen will love. Read on for our picks of 47 unique and trendy gifts to spoil the teen in your life with.
- Tech essentials
- Outdoor gear
- Beauty and skincare products
- Clothing and shoes
- Luggage and bags
- Even more gifts for teens
For techy teens
Chances are, any teenager you know will have their sights set on a few cool tech gifts this holiday season. Gamers will enjoy the Nintendo Switch or a pair of noise-canceling headphones, while social media savvy teens might better appreciate a clip-on ring light for their phone or a mini instant camera for taking fun pictures with their friends. No matter what their interests are, it's hard to say no to a new gadget.
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For teens who spend most of their time outdoors
If your nephew or granddaughter spends a majority of their time in the great outdoors, we've got gift options for them. An inflatable lounger or portable hammock is ideal for camping trips and backyard fun (and will no doubt come with them to the collage quad), but you also can't go wrong with a trendy tumbler for staying hydrated on the go, like this one from Simple Modern, or a scavenger hunt card game that adventurous travelers will love.
For teens who love all things beauty and skincare
If the teen in your life spends their free time watching makeup tutorials online or perfecting their first skincare routine, they'll love a face mask or makeup set from viral brands like Charlotte Tilbury, Summer Fridays, or Milk Makeup. The products in these sets are small enough to travel with and allow your teen to test a few things out before committing to the full size. If you really want to spoil the teen you know, surprise them with the Dyson Airwrap or a makeup mini fridge.
Clothing and shoes they'll actually wear
New clothes and shoes are probably toward the top of every teen's wishlist, but it can be so hard to pick these items out. Below, shop the top-trending shoes: cloud slippers, cozy Uggs, and Veja sneakers. You can never go wrong with the classics—a pair of Converse or Nike Air Force 1s will always go over well. For clothing options, we're eyeing a warm half-zip from Girlfriend Collective and a staple pair of black leggings from Lululemon that are perfect for everyday wear.
Essential luggage and bags every teen traveler needs
You can never go wrong with gifting a versatile bag or practical piece of luggage to any traveler. We've gathered the essentials for you to choose from—a Stoney Clover pouch for organizing makeup or tech essentials, a classic black backpack for any occasion, belt bags that are ideal for hiking or day trips (including the viral Lululemon Everywhere belt bag), a water bottle sling bag for bike rides, Away's always-popular carry-on, and the Béis Weekender bag—a must-have for weekend trips or sleepovers with friends.
Even more gifts for teens
If you're still stuck on what to get, here are a few options any young traveler will be grateful for. Choose from a Rocketbook Smart reusable notebook, a 3D galaxy moon lamp that will turn your teen's bedroom into a starry sky, an interactive map for planning out future adventures, or a zodiac-embroidered journal for those who read their horoscope daily.
