21 Gifts for Someone Studying Abroad

If someone you know is studying abroad and you want to get him or her the perfect present, look no further. Here are some useful and budget-friendly items that your departing friend will love.

1. Passport holder – I love mine!
2. Travel size toiletries – this is useful for long flights or weekend getaways
3. Travel size refillable bottles – for extra conditioner, shampoo, etc.
4. City guide book – for those who have not completely switched over to the internet
5. Space bags – these will come in handy when they are trying to stuff everything in his or her suitcase!
6. Portable phone charger – an absolute must for long days spent exploring
7. Power adapter/converter – there are cheap packs that come with several types for a worldly traveler
8. Journal – so your friend can write about his or her experiences
9. Neck pillow – to assure comfort on long flights
10. Luggage tag – so your friend knows which bag to grab!
11. Toiletry bag – help your friend stay organized in the bathroom while abroad
12. Phone camera lens – there are lenses you can attach to your cell phone to increase the quality of photos. Some are expensive, though!
13. Earbuds – something that will come in use on long flights or road trips
14. Microfiber travel towel – these are quick-drying, lightweight and do not take up much room at all
15. Stain removing stick – something small that will come in handy when your friend least expects it
16. Travel money – there are many pre-paid cards that work overseas
17. Translation tool – whether it be a digital lesson or book, having a guide to the country’s language is always useful
18. Money necklace – there are different types of wallets that can fit under clothes that are useful for traveling abroad and keeping money and passports safe and out of sight
19. Card protector wallet – these wallets keep credit and debit cards protected from scanners that crooks use to see through normal wallets and steal information
20. “Open when…” cards – these will not take up much room and are the perfect idea for when your friend is feeling unsure, missing home or just might need some motivation
21. Something sentimental – there are so many gifts to remind your friend of home, from a keychain with his or her state or a necklace with sand from his or her favorite beach