Let’s face it—Father’s Day isn’t just about barbecues, bad ties, and “World’s Best Dad” mugs anymore. Not when Dad is busy earning passport stamps like he’s playing Pokémon Go: Gotta visit ’em all. Whether he’s an airport lounge aficionado or the kind of traveller who still refuses to use Google Maps out of “instinct,” he deserves something more exciting than another novelty golf tee.
So, if your dad is a globetrotter with a suitcase permanently half-packed, this Father’s Day travel gift guide is your go-to cheat sheet. We’ve rounded up the best travel gifts for dads, especially those travelling dads; something fun, practical, and with enough humour to make him snort-laugh into his airport latte.
Let’s get gifting!
1. Nomatic Navigator Backpack – Because Dad Still Packs Like He’s Escaping the Law
This one’s for the dad who treats carry-on restrictions like a personal challenge. The Nomatic Navigator Backpack is sleek, expandable, and built like it could survive a gorilla tossing it down a mountain. With RFID-safe pockets, hidden compartments, and water resistance that laughs in the face of sudden tropical downpours, it’s Batman’s utility belt… but make it a backpack.
Available at nomatic.com.
2. Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones – To Drown Out Crying Babies and Conspiracy Theories
You know the type—Dad sits down on a flight, hears a baby wail two rows over, and mutters, “Here we go.” The Sony WH-1000XM5s are the antidote. Industry-leading noise cancellation, ultra-comfy ear cups, and enough battery to outlast a long-haul flight to Antarctica (should that ever happen).
Bonus: also great for ignoring unsolicited travel advice from fellow hostel dads.
READ MORE: Here is our Edifier X3 Lite earbuds review!
3. Anker 737 Power Bank – For the Dad Who Thinks Charging is a Luxury
Dad’s travel motto: “It’ll last one more hour.” Spoiler alert—it won’t. Enter the Anker 737 Power Bank (24,000mAh of pure charging glory). This brick-sized lifesaver can juice up phones, tablets, and probably a small village. No more begging airport kiosks for a plug or having to “turn off Wi-Fi to save battery.”
Available on their website or your nearest tech store, where Dad awkwardly asks for “that power brick thing.”
4. Tile Pro Bluetooth Tracker – For the Dad Who Loses His Passport Every. Single. Time.
We love him, but we know he once tried to check in at Changi Airport with a Costco card. The Tile Pro helps Dad track keys, passports, or whatever else magically disappears 10 minutes before boarding. Attach it, sync it, and he can even ask Alexa where his wallet is (assuming he hasn’t lost that too).
Get it at the Tile website or most electronics retailers.
5. Grayl GeoPress Purifier Bottle – Hydration, But Make It Apocalypse-Proof
This isn’t just any water bottle—it’s a Mad Max-style purification beast. The Grayl GeoPress turns dodgy hotel tap water or that sketchy mountain stream into clean, drinkable hydration in seconds. Great for dads who hike, camp, or just deeply mistrust the minibar.
Ideal for adventure dads, or suburban dads who like to feel adventurous while walking the dog. Grab yours on the Grayl website.
6. Moleskine Travel Journal – Because “It’s All in My Head” is Not a Filing System
Sure, Dad claims he remembers the name of that French café he loved in 1994. But now he’s Googling “croissant place in Lyon near a tree maybe?” every trip. Give the man a Moleskine Travel Journal. With dedicated sections for itinerary notes, maps, and that weird noodle place in Tokyo, it’s perfect for sentimental scribbles or passive-aggressive packing lists.
Find it at Moleskine stores, Amazon, or that one stationery shop Dad loves for reasons unknown.
7. Jetboil Flash Cooking System – For the Outdoorsy Dad Who Still Wants Coffee in 90 Seconds
If your dad’s ideal trip involves more altitude than Wi-Fi, this one’s for him. The Jetboil Flash boils water in under 2 minutes, perfect for backcountry caffeine fixes, camping ramen, or his daily “just-add-boiling-water” meals. Think of it as a high-altitude espresso machine… just way more rugged.
Found at REI, outdoor stores, or wherever they sell serious camping gear (and equally serious beards).
8. GoPro HERO12 Black – So He Can Relive His Glory (or Just Film Himself Falling Off a Paddleboard)
Whether Dad’s filming a motorcycle ride through Vietnam or his majestic stumble while trying to SUP, the GoPro HERO12 captures it all in glorious 5.3K. Waterproof, hyper-stabilised, and Wi-Fi-friendly, it’s perfect for adventurous dads who insist every trip is a potential documentary.
Just be prepared for hours of footage. Of clouds.
9. Trtl Travel Pillow Plus – For the Dad Who Thinks a Jacket Rolled Up = Neck Support
He’s too proud to buy a U-shaped pillow. “Real men sleep sitting up,” he says. Lies. The Trtl Travel Pillow Plus is here to save his cervical spine. It looks like a scarf, secretly supports the neck, and folds small enough to fit in his side pocket. Comfy, compact, and just dignified enough for Dad’s pride.
Buy it at trtltravel.com or on Amazon.
READ MORE: We ranked the best travel pillow out there.
10. Lifetime Map Poster from Awesome Maps – For Bragging Rights in Office Zoom Calls
Give Dad the ultimate humblebrag tool—a Lifetime Travel Map he can scratch off every country he’s visited (even if he only stepped into customs). These artistic, scratch-off style maps let him track his globetrotting progress and plan the next great adventure… or just impress his golf buddies.
Grab on here, customise it for your dad.
It’s like Pokémon for countries. Gotta visit ’em all.
11. Peak Design Tech Pouch – Tame the Tangle, Save the Sanity
If Dad’s tech cable collection looks like an angry plate of spaghetti, gift him the Peak Design Tech Pouch. It’s the holy grail of cable organisation: neatly designed, plenty of compartments, and vaguely resembles a cool ninja kit. Great for carrying chargers, SD cards, dongles, and those mystery USBs that he refuses to throw out.
Available at peakdesign.com or Apple stores for that Apple-dad crossover appeal.
12. Priority Pass Membership – Because He Deserves Lounges, Not Gate 56 Chairs
Want to upgrade Dad’s travel game without selling a kidney? Gift him a Priority Pass Membership. It gets him into thousands of airport lounges around the world, offering free snacks, Wi-Fi, and sometimes even showers. It’s the VIP treatment for the guy who used to pack your snacks and say, “No, we’re not buying anything inside the terminal.”
The gym depends on your location, but aim for convenience over anything else. Your father wouldn’t want to travel too far.
He’s earned it.
How do you rank our list of travel gifts for dads?
Whether your dad is the type to conquer Machu Picchu or just book “mystery flight deals” on impulse, these Father’s Day travel gift ideas hit all the right terminals (pun aggressively intended). From gear that solves classic dad travel mishaps (lost passports, dead batteries) to high-tech toys and sentimental keepsakes, this gift list celebrates his love for adventure—and your love for him.
So go ahead, get him something that says, “I see your wanderlust, and I raise you the best Father’s Day ever.” 💼🌍💙
Got your own great travel gift ideas for dads? Drop them in the comments or tag us in your #FathersDayTravelGifts haul! Safe travels and Happy Father’s Day!
