Gifts for those on the go

Pack up these stylish holiday gifts for your favorite traveler.

A roundup of some favorite holiday gifts for the sophisticated traveler:

1. FOR THE “FIRST-CLASS” PASSENGER

(1) Every flight is first-class (even in coach) with Casana’s luxurious cashmere set, including sleep mask, gloves, socks, hat and an oversized scarf that doubles as a blanket.  You’ll be oh-so-cradled in comfort, especially on the red-eye. $850. casanadesigns.com/scarves/casana-travel-essentials

2. FOR KIDS

(2) Your mini Monet will be content on that flight to Paris — or anywhere — with a reusable coloring book filled with iconic paintings that lets him or her color like an Impressionist. Inspired by art museums around the globe. $26. jaqjaqbird.com/collections/best-sellers/products/new-artist-series-chalk-color-it-book

3. FOR THE GROOMED TRAVELER (FEMALE EDITION)

(3A) Ecru New York acacia protein hair masque is infused with African acacia seyal-tree collagen, a  powerful anti-aging ingredient that repairs and restores. The more damaged the hair, the greater the transformation. Just apply, blow (dry) and go. $30.

(3B) Complement your gift with an Ecru New York Simply Suede lipstick, the ultimate pink-nude to sensationalize your smackers in any city. $24. ecrunewyork.com

4. FOR THE TIME-TESTED

(4) If you saw the movie “Atomic Blonde,” you saw Charlize Theron in a scene in the Carl F. Bucherer boutique in Switzerland.  Now you can follow in her footsteps, with the exclusive Bucherer Patravi ScubaTec stainless steel watch with blue dial and rubber strap. The luxe brand has been crafting fine watches for men and women since 1888. $6,400. carl-f-bucherer.com/en/watches/patravi-scubatec-00-10632-23-53-01

5. FOR THOSE WHO THINK SPICE IS NICE 

(5) The St. Regis Deer Valley resort in Park City, Utah, launched three signature spice blends developed in partnership with chef Lior Lev Sercarz of La Boîte, a high-end biscuit-and-spice shop in Manhattan. Special blends include lavender, sage, honey and pepper. Three-pack sets are $25 to $45, depending on jar size. To order, call the gift shop at (435) 940-5700. stregisdeervalley.com/

6. FOR THE CHOCOLATE LOVER

(6) From Belgium comes silken chocolates by Neuhaus — the inventor of the praline. Give a gift of this mouthwatering European treat to someone with a sweet tooth (28 pieces for $57). neuhauschocolate.com/en/history-collection.htm

7. FOR THE HOTEL GUEST 

Sleep on a plain old cotton hotel pillowcase?  Heck, no! Elevate your sleep experience with a Celestial Silk pillowcase that easily slips into your Samsonite. Sleeping on silk obviates wrinkles, protects your hairstyle and reduces the signs of facial aging.  $33.99. Don’t forget the silk sleep mask for superior slumber in your guest room. sleepinginsilk.com 

8. FOR YOUR INNER SKINNY MINNIE 

Now everyone can look 10 pounds thinner, thanks to Slimsation’s comfort pants with flexible cotton tummy panel to hold you in. Wear them to look chic everywhere from Cape Cod to Capri. $69. slimsation.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/solid-ankle-pant-w-slant-pockets 

9. FOR THE WELL-GROOMED TRAVELER (MALE EDITION) 

Bluffworks clothing for men is designed to provide style for business meetings and luxury travel as well as hiking and real-life adventures. Washable and wrinkle-resistant. Pants and blazer all feature security pockets. Gramercy Blazer, $295
shop.bluffworks.com/products/gramercy-blazer-classic-fit-blue-hour

10. FOR THE FOODIE 

(7) Now you can have a one-on-one Skype personal cooking class — kitchen-to-kitchen — from a master chef anywhere in the world, including New Orleans, Italy, Spain and Japan. Why should only Kim Kardashian have access to the world’s best? $299. thechefandthedish.com

11. FOR THE ICE-CREAM LOVER 

(8) Send someone special his or her very own custom-made flavor of ice cream, sorbet or gelato from Omaha, including a specially designed and personalized label on each pint.  Or choose from more than 40 holiday flavors and 30 mix-ins. Or opt for an ice-cream-of-the-month subscription (four-pint minimum or 24 mini cups, $69.99). 

One Kentucky Derby fan created a rosewater flavor for the “Run for the Roses,” but how about good old Nutella too? Warren Buffet lives nearby and loves it. It’s an instant party when it’s delivered. ecreamery.com/create-your-own-flavor

12. FOR THE BEAUTY-BOUND

(9) Carry it off — beautifully — with this gorgeous crocodile travel weekend bag, top, from W.H. Petronila. $3,000. whpetronela.com. But don’t stop there.  Pack it up with some of these over-the-top world’s best products that all ladies will love:

Mirenesse 24-Hour Secret Weapon mascara. An insider secret, wink, wink.  $49.95. mirenesse.com/best-sellers-/1942-secret-weapon-supreme-24hr-mascara-10g-m.html

(10) Rodin + Fields Lash Boost for out-to-there long, natural lashes, $150. rodanandfields.com/Shop/Product/ENHLSH01

(11) Giving has never smelled so sweet with a personalized fragrance from the Waft Lab (at a fraction of the price of other custom-made scents). $79 for a full-sized bottle with bespoke name and  label that you (or the giftee) create. waft.com/app/giftnew/start

(12) Complexion perfection on your next trip begins with new Dermalogica Phyto Replenish Oil. This feather-light facial oil strengthens and restores the skin’s natural protective barrier, shields against environmental stressors and locks in critical moisture for in-flight dewiness. $75. dermalogica.com/

(13) Kalumi Beauty Food collagen protein bars, center, are a favorite of top models and sure to give you stunning skin. Take a bite to be beautiful anywhere in the world.  $18.99 for a three-pack. kalumihealth.com/

Try on a tasseled ponytail clip from hair stylist-to-the-stars Jen Atkin for Chloe + Isabel. You’ll make the best-tressed list and look like an A-lister at the airport. $58.  chloeandisabel.com/products/H073BHWG/seed-bead-+-tassel-ponytail-clip

(14) Bottom, here’s a cosmetic brush with greatness — make that, an entire set — that comes personalized and customized with your own stylish monogram.  Jennifer Hudson owns a set. $95. shop.mymakeupbrushes.com/collections/shop-for-a-cause/products/pink-full-brush-set

Debbi K. Kickham is the author of “The Globetrotter’s Get-Gorgeous Guide” (gorgeousglobetrotter.com) and can also be reached through marketingauthor.com.

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