Kids Christmas Vacation gift guide
Are you gifting your kids a vacation for Christmas and want affordable, travel-friendly gifts to go along with it? This kids' gift guide is packed with practical items that hint at the exciting trip ahead and will come in handy when you hit the road—all without breaking the bank! If you’ve been here before, hopefully you are booking that trip on mostly points instead of dollars. If you’re new here, check out my free beginners guide to learn how. Either way, these fun and functional gifts are perfect for having a few things to wrap when their big gift is a vacation. See the full list here, and each item explanation below!
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This Snackle Box Container is the MVP of the snack containers. I was actually really surprised at the level of excitement my kids showed for this handy little box. Compact, organized, lightweight and spill proof- this thing its well loved for both road trips and airplane rides.
I have never met a kid that doesn’t love a new pair of goggles. The polarized lenses block out harsh glare from the sun, so no more squinting in the pool or at the beach. Plus, the super-soft silicone and adjustable strap mean they fit comfortably without leaving marks or pinching. Leak-proof, anti-fog, and 100% UV-protected—any kid will love these goggles.
We used these bands the firsts time on a cruise, and even picked up some adult versions for my husband and I. Simple, safe and natural, they work through using the ancient practice of acupressure to relieve motion sickness symptoms. My kids swear by these, and I’ve even sent them with them on field trips on the bus. They might feel a little confused about them as a Christmas gift- but they will absolutely thank you later.
If it doesn’t fit in the bag, it doesn’t come. My kids love the autonomy that a bag like this gives them. The snack container always makes the cut. The rest, they get to decide! Shop here.
The biggest prerequisite for travel headphones for kids is their packability. These fold up compact, and are comfortable. We have multiple pairs for each kid because they love to use them at a school as well.
Sunglasses that fold like this get broken a whole lot less. My kids love feeling big like the adults having their very own sunglasses.
If you bring a water bottle empty on to the plane, you can fill it up with whatever you want after you pass security. My favorite water bottle is the my Hydro Jug, but my kids insist this one is the the best.
I love girls swim suits with a bit more coverage- less skin to worry about burning. This one is affordable and chlorine proof for those high chemical hotel swimming pools.
Love these shorts for the same reason as the girls I linked.
I have bought so many coloring books, and my kids seem to gravitate back to plain paper. Writing notes, drawing pictures, playing games, and doing origami, they love just a blank piece of paper. Printer pages end up all over the place- we love these tear away pads.
Battery operated and portable, this can be a life saver. Noisy neighbors, too many kids in one room waking each other up with bathroom breaks or even snoring, Better sleep makes everyone happier.
Sticky hands and dirty airplane tables, these are a must have for any of our vacations.
