The iconic red Starbucks cups have made their festive return, Mariah Carey’s holiday anthems are filling the aisles of every supermarket, and it’s officially time to start thinking about how to delight your loved ones this holiday.
Whether you’re choosing gifts for the homebody, the adventurer, or that hard-to-buy-for friend, our team has you covered. From cozy outdoor essentials to travel must-haves, each item has been handpicked by our team to make holiday shopping easier and more thoughtful.
Travel Apparel Essentials
If you caught our Fall issue, you already know we are big fans of ROOTS’ comfy, cozy sweatpants. When you need something a little more upscale for travel, ROOTS brings the perfect balance of comfort and class.
For effortless style on the go, we like the Bowen Wide Leg Sweater Pant—a cozy, elevated jogger crafted from recycled fibres. With its wide-leg, classic fit, this pant feels luxuriously soft, making it ideal for long journeys or relaxing by the fire.
Pair it with the Bowen High V Neck Sweater, a relaxed-fit, travel-friendly top with a flattering V-neck. Made from a soft yarn blend, this sweater combines sustainable style with ultimate comfort.
Complete the look with ROOTS’ iconic Small Banff Bag Tribe, a handcrafted weekender bag that’s as functional as it is stylish. With a spacious main compartment, brass feet to keep it scuff-free, and an interior passport pocket, this is our go-to for quick getaways.
Canvas Firewood Log Carrier
For cozy nights by the campfire or winter evenings indoors, this Diamond Shape Canvas Firewood Log Carrier is a game-changer. Made from rugged, waxed canvas with reinforced edges and corners, this carrier is built to last. It’s spacious enough to haul a generous stack of wood—and we found it just as handy for toting camping gear and tools.
Cross-stitched web handles make carrying easy and comfortable, while the collapsible design means it stores flat, ready for your next adventure. Available in four colours, the Tuff Log Carrier adds style and ease to your fireside setup. Plus, with a limited lifetime warranty, it’s the perfect, worry-free gift for outdoor lovers.
Sleep Earplugs
A no-brainer for those seeking peace and quiet, earplugs are a traveller’s best friend. EARPEACE’s reusable SLEEP Earplugs are made for comfort with soft, hypoallergenic silicone. They reduce sound up to 30db and come in standard and small sizes.
Designed to be worn for hours regardless of the positions you sleep in, these are the first earplugs we’ve used that don’t fall out overnight. EARPEACE is trusted by The House Institute, the leading institute on hearing health research. The perfect stocking stuffer for frequent flyers and travellers, you might want to pick some up for yourself, too!
Wool Slippers
For those who crave comfort on the go, Glerups Wool Slippers are a travel essential you’ll wonder how you ever lived without. Crafted from 100% natural wool, these Danish-designed slippers bring the cozy charm of hygge to every step. Soft, itch-free, and naturally insulating, they’re perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure—whether you’re curled up by the fire or lounging in a cabin. Available in versatile styles (boots, slip-ons, and shoes) and a range of colors and sizes, Glerups cater to everyone, including juniors.
Lightweight and packable, Glerups slip easily into any travel bag, and they’re durable enough to venture beyond your room, with options for leather or rubber soles that handle both indoor and light outdoor use. We confess to wearing them in hotel lobbies; they’re just that comfortable! Treat yourself (or someone else) to the ultimate in travel coziness this season.
GO Anywhere Pants
Truly a revelation in outdoor utility wear! Designed for women, these versatile pants feature a patented, zipper-free fly that’s held by tension, allowing for discreet access from the front or back. Now, you can answer nature’s call effortlessly, even in the wild or while harnessed up, without the need to undress. The four deep pockets, foldable waistband, and customizable length make these pants as functional as they are comfortable.
Made from sustainably sourced fabrics like bamboo, merino, and recycled nylon, Chickfly pants are comfy, breathable, wrinkle-resistant, and antimicrobial—ideal for any adventure from hiking to cycling to dog-sled racing. Once you try Chickfly, you’ll see why these USA-made pants are a game-changer in travel and adventure wear.
Arc’teryx Insulated Men’s Shoe
Designed for climbers and urban adventurers, Arc’teryx’s Insulated Kragg is the ultimate mid-height shoe for chilly weather treks and post-climb relaxation. Packed with breathable PrimaLoft insulation in both the upper and footbed, this shoe keeps your feet warm without sacrificing breathability. The lightweight ripstop upper adds durability, while a Vibram Megagrip outsole provides top-notch traction on diverse surfaces.
With a sock-like stretch collar for easy entry, an odour-fighting sock liner, and a protective rubber toe cap, the Insulated Kragg is ready for any terrain you tackle. Ideal for cool-weather approaches or winding down after a climb, it’s a thoughtful gift for anyone with a passion for the outdoors. With the unique look, we heard a lot of, “Wow! Where’d you get those?”
Sculpt & Tone Hydrating Trio
Give the gift of glowing, sculpted skin with Graydon’s limited-edition Sculpt & Tone Hydrating Trio. This luxurious holiday kit includes full-size bottles of their best-selling 6-in-1 Supermoon Serum and the refreshing Face Food Mineral Mist, both designed to hydrate and revitalize. The set also features a premium stainless steel gua sha, perfect for sculpting and smoothing your face while enhancing product absorption.
Whether for a calming self-care ritual or a boost of radiance, this trio is the perfect gift for those who appreciate high-performance skincare with a touch of luxury. We found the cooling gua sha ritual to be super relaxing, and seriously de-puffing.
Travel Tech Kit
Bellroy’s travel collection is for wanderers who know there’s a better way; to glide through the airport and shift from traveller to local in one bag change. We adore their Tech Kits for organizing all of our chargers and accessories without tangles. This generously sized kit keeps everything smooth and sorted: a magnetic slip pocket fits your power bank, stretch mesh takes a mouse, and an elastic strip organizes cables. Now it’s all there, neat and ready to go.
Pair it with their toiletry kit and stash both in the Transit backpack, and your gift recipient is set to flex between big commutes, adventure getaways, and business travel.
Solo Stove Bonfire
The OG smokeless fire pit that reinvented fire, Solo Stove features a double-walled design for superior airflow. The wood-burning flames get 400° hotter than conventional fires, eliminating smoke for more ’round-the-fire enjoyment.
The Bonfire model is big enough for everyone to gather around, yet light enough to pack up (in its free carry case). It made us a lot of new friends at the glampground! Not only attractive but easy to use and clean—when the wood is burned through and the fire pit is cool, simply remove the ash pan from under the base plate to empty.
Men’s Personal Grooming
Based in San Diego, you might know Manscaped for being one of the first brands dedicated to men’s below-the-waist grooming—but that’s not all they do. Perfect for the guy who keeps it all in check, The Weed Whacker 2.0® is a grooming gift that’s fun, functional, and a bit cheeky. With a powerful 7,000 RPM motor, upgraded stainless steel blades, and a 360° dual-blade system, it’s built to catch every hair that’s gone rogue.
Equipped with a rechargeable battery for cordless convenience and a grippy, rubberized handle for precision, this trimmer can handle wet or dry trimming with ease. Ideal for the friend who’s not afraid to unplug and unhair—because a little maintenance goes a long way!
Travel Coach Certification
Know someone who’s passionate about travel and dreams of turning it into their life’s work? The Travel Coach Certification™ might just be the perfect gift! This program empowers individuals to help others design travel experiences that align with their personal or professional goals—whether it’s transformation, healing, self-discovery, or boosting creativity.
They can start the program at their own pace, with flexible payment options, and join a network of like-minded individuals eager to make a difference in the world of travel. Perfect for those who want to turn their love of travel into a fulfilling and impactful career.