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20 luxury travel gifts for him this Christmas – US & Canada edition

Christmas is upon us once again! Whether you’re a regular visitor to our Christmas gift guides, or in need of a little inspiration and some ideas for what to buy him this year, we’re hope you’ll find this post useful. There’s are some really useful and practical items in this round-up – everything from a robust Lenovo laptop that’s perfect for travel, to other really useful items such as the carbon fiber magnetic car mount from MON CARBONE for whilst you’re on the road. Enjoy! For our other Christmas gift guides, please visit the following links: 20 luxury travel gifts for her this Christmas – US & Canada edition 20 luxury food and drink treats to enjoy this Christmas – US & Canada edition 20 luxury travel gifts for him this Christmas – UK & Europe edition 20 luxury travel gifts for her this Christmas – UK & Europe edition 20 luxury food and drink treats to enjoy this Christmas – UK & Europe edition Thank you, and happy shopping! ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 laptop from Lenovo With the Intel® Evo™ platform, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 laptop delivers a powerhouse combination of performance, responsiveness, battery life, and stunning visuals. With up to 11th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 vPro® processors, you can count on an exceptional experience, wherever your travels take you. What’s key for people on the move is a laptop’s durability and performance, no matter what you are doing. ThinkPad laptops are tested against 12 military-grade requirements and more than 200 quality checks to ensure they run in extreme conditions. From the Arctic wilderness to desert dust storms, from zero-gravity to spills and drops, you can trust these laptops to handle whatever life throws your way. The Expedition Parka from Canada Goose Designed for Antarctica, worn around the world. The Expedition is the original extreme weather parka, developed for scientists working in McMurdo Station, Antarctica. Whether your next journey is through a frozen urban jungle or across uncharted ice fields, with the Canada Goose Expedition Parka you get performance that is proven at the South Pole each year by the National Science Foundation division of Polar Research. Légende Bundle from Gitzo The Légende Bundle from Gitzo consists of a tripod and backpack, and portable 4-section carbon fiber travel tripod kit. The high quality center ball head is perfect for capturing super smooth motion. The backpack is made from sustainable materials and comes with an eco-leather shoulder strap for easy, comfortable carrying. Original Santal Aftershave Balm from Creed The regal standard in after-shave care, this balm – scented to match Creed Original Santal – soothes the skin, seals in moisture and prepares you for the day or evening ahead. Presented in an unbreakable, take-anywhere tube bearing Creed’s royal three-plume crest. 2.5oz, 75ml. 19 Degree Aluminium International Carry-On from TUMI The farther you go, the more stamps on your passport, the better your story. Your 19 Degree luggage is part of that story. Exceptionally striking up close or from a distance, this super durable carry-on boasts a modern silhouette with fluid looking, strategically contoured angles. Ideally designed for short, overnight trips and travel within Europe and other international destinations. Note that hanger shown is not included with this item; it may be purchased separately (# 100233). As with all metals, wear and tear, including nicks, dings and slight denting, is to be anticipated and carried with pride for a journey well-traveled. To further add to the unique characteristics of your travel case, we’ve packed a variety of vintage-inspired decorative stickers inside your case. JustClick Air Carbon Fiber Magnetic Car Mount from MON CARBONE Keep your attention on the road while driving with MON CARBONE JustClick Air Carbon Fiber Magnetic Car Mount. Featuring HALO shape design for a better airflow and DOUBLE-MAG ™ Technology enhanced 35% magnetic power for precise positioning and alignment. The powerful magnet ensures your device is safely secured without any risk of dropping even through bumpy roads. Flexible placement for versatile usages, mounts securely on various air vents and dashboard. Easily adjusts to different positions without blocking any panels with portrait or landscape views. The premium Carbon Fiber look is a luxury addition to your car interior. Fully compatible for iPhone MagSafe technology and other Android phones via included metal adapter. The new car accessories from MON CARBONE valued at $44.99. Convenient used for road trips providing the perfect solution for securing your mobile device for a safe and direct access when driving. Signature bifold wallet in calfskin from Loewe A bifold wallet in smooth calfskin and soft grained calfskin with a two tone LOEWE logo on the front crafted in leather marquetry. Pictured here in Anthracite/Black but available in other colors. Enzo Travel Domino Set from Aerin The Enzo Travel Domino Set conveniently holds a set of Double Six dominoes with brass spinners. The case, crafted in Italian Croc Embossed Leather with a zipper, is practical enough to include in a carry-on bag while traveling, but attractive enough to store on a tabletop or a bookshelf at home. Disoriano sunglasses from Oliver Peoples Made in Italy, the Disoriano is a classic teardrop sunglass. The unisex shape is offered in a neutral, tonal palette that is aligned with the Brunello Cucinelli wardrobe. Details including a genuine horn inlay, engraved logos and breath logos are custom developed and dedicated to the Oliver Peoples Brunello Cucinelli collaboration. Alpine Eage from Chopard Contemporary, refined and assertive, the new sport-chic Alpine Eagle timepiece collection is a contemporary reinterpretation of the St Moritz, the first watch created in 1980 by Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, now copresident of the Chopard house. Imagined and personally designed by him, the Alpine Eagle was driven by his passion for the Alps and by the lofty power of the eagle that reigns supreme there. Crafted from an exclusive, ultra-resistant, light-reflecting metal named Lucent Steel A223 –, it beats to the rhythm of a Chronometer-certified movement. Alpine Eagle is dedicated to contemporary eagles, the aspiring men who outperform in their daily lives and whose vision inspires and elevates. With foresight and determination, they act on the challenges of tomorrow and are innately aware of the importance of environmental issues. SanDisk Ultra® Dual Drive Luxe USB Type-C™ Flash Drive from SanDisk Looking for storage that works across your USB Type-C™ and Type-A devices? The all-metal, SanDisk Ultra® Dual Drive Luxe lets you easily move files between your USB Type-C smartphone, tablets and Macs and USB Type-A computers.1 Now you can take even more photos and access them across all your devices. Plane® Cloud Balance Board from Fluidstance Meet the Plane® Cloud balance board, available from Fluidstance in two understated colors. It features the same carefully engineered, 360-degree-tilt geometry of our pioneering Level® deck, but with a smaller (and softer) footprint. Step on the premium Plane Cloud and you’ll feel like you’re moving on air. The textured foam top adds a little extra cushion to your day, letting you stand more comfortably for longer. It is 100% recyclable and made from naturally non-microbial materials to prevent odor. Your natural micro-movements on these boards will strengthen and stabilize your body, keep your joints fluid, burn extra calories, and keep you focused and alert. Veza Adventure Short from Cotopaxi An ultra-comfortable short to wear anytime and anywhere, the Veza is just as suited for impromptu hikes as it is for impromptu, jet lag naps. Comfy but with a polished design, these bottoms from Cotopaxi feature an encased elastic waistband, slip-in hand pockets, and an invisible zipper stash pocket for on-the-fly functionality. The Veza’s nylon/spandex fabric blend makes for a sturdy but mobile short you’ll want to wear everywhere, even if you’re keeping it close to home. Travel Defined T-shirt from The Home T This T-shirt from The Home T will enable you to quickly justify every luxury trip you ever take! is a good statement to have in mind for when you look at your bank account after a long vacation. Made from an insanely soft fabric made up of 50% polyester, 25% cotton and 25% rayon. Classic fit, unisex sizing. 10% of profits donated to multiple sclerosis research. Three Watch Roll from Rapport Rapport watch rolls are the perfect travel companions. Expertly crafted by hand into a hexagonal shape, it features three separate suede watch cushions with leather dividers. Made from smooth genuine leather, it makes a wonderful gift idea for the person who has everything. Dark Blue PELLETESSUTA™ and Nylon Hoodie Backpack from Zegna The dark blue Zegna hoodie backpack with PELLETESSUTA™ details is the perfect modern, soft nylon bag for moving around the city in style. It is characterized by its PELLETESSUTA™ front pocket, adding an iconic and elevated texture contrast. This backpack features a special mesh lumbar pad with the stitched Z vintage logo for a signature finishing touch. Travel Shoe Care Case from John Lobb This case from John Lobb contains all of the essentials needed for keeping your shoes in optimum condition whilst on the move. Crafted in soft Dune calf leather, the zipped case comes fully lined with leather straps to secure its premium shoe care products, including a polishing cloth, a brush, a buffing glove, a tin of shoe wax and a shoe horn. 1858 Geosphere UltraBlack Limited Edition from Montblanc The Montblanc 1858 product line is inspired by the legendary professional Minerva watches from the 1920s and 1930s, which were conceived for military use and exploration. Reinterpreting these historical timepieces, the Montblanc 1858 product line expresses the spirit of mountain exploration, embodying the modern trend of returning to nature. The Montblanc 1858 Geosphere UltraBlack is dedicated to the world’s Seven Summit mountaineering challenge, the holy grail of mountaineering adventures. It comes in a 42 mm distressed stainless steel case combined with black and contrasting white design details. The timepiece features a manufacture world-time complication developed by the Montblanc watchmakers in Villeret: two domed globes, turning in opposite directions, that complete a full rotation in 24 hours. Both are surrounded by a scale with the 24 time zones, along with a day and night indication in contrasting colors. This provides an instinctive way of appreciating the different time zones, aided by luminescent continents for increased visibility and performance at night. The timepiece is completed with a black calf leather strap with beige stitching. Black Vachetta Leather Atlas from Graphic Image This Graphic Image leather bound exquisite Tenth Edition World Atlas is the essential resource you need to make sense of our fast-paced, ever-hanging planet. The stunning array of political, physical, and thematic maps covers every area of the globe”including both Poles and all ocean floors”as well as the universe beyond. Compelling charts, graphs, and informational graphics make the latest geographic data clear and relevant at a glance, while dozens of color photos draw you closer to our world”s diverse people and places and their many interconnections. The 10th Edition also includes an expanded place-name index with more than 150,000 entries, with separate undersea, Moon, and Mars features. Extensive back matter includes flags and facts for all 195 nations, geographic comparisons, world time zones, metric conversion tables, and more. Hanging wash roll from Kruk Garage This is a distinctively refined, yet masculine wash bag for your toiletry essentials. Kruk Garage is pleased to introduce a new line of men’s toiletry bags that incorporates a roll-up design. Constructed to meet the needs and taste of the modern traveller, these long-lasting, genuine leather wash bags are handmade in sumptuous black or brown cowhide and come with a good number of well-crafted storage features so that you can keep your items tidy and organized. There is a large YKK zip pouch that spans the width of the bag. Smaller items can fit into two other zippered compartments. Additionally, inside every bag are six slots in different sizes which can accommodate various toiletry supplies such as shaving sets and nail clippers. To close the bag securely, simply roll it up and fasten it with the attached buckle belt closure. The belt strap is adjustable and even doubles up as a handy loop, allowing you the convenience of hanging up the bag wherever you wish. In their rolled-up compact form, the travel-ready bags can be easily packed into your luggage or carryall. Luxurious, hard-wearing and high quality, these leather wash bags are sure to add a touch of class to any man’s daily grooming routine. Retailers and PR agencies interested in being included in similar articles and round-ups to this one on A Luxury Travel Blog should join our mailing list and complete this form. Thank you!

Paul Johnson

Paul Johnson is Editor of A Luxury Travel Blog and has worked in the travel industry for more than 30 years. He is Winner of the Innovations in Travel ‘Best Travel Influencer’ Award from WIRED magazine. In addition to other awards, the blog has also been voted “one of the world’s best travel blogs” and “best for luxury” by The Telegraph.

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51 Comments

  1. You are right to emphasise the durability of the Lenovo laptop. No one travels with a back-up laptop but when I’m working on the road I’m utterly dependent on it.

    Also, I know that most people dread setting up a new laptop. Installing the apps and software that you need can take days. Next time I buy a laptop I’ll want one that will outlast me!

    1. Hi Peter – the other really nice thing about that Lenovo model is its battery life. It has an excellent battery life which can be a huge bonus when you’re traveling…

  2. Recently an optician friend gave me a lecture on protecting our eyes from UV light. Getting the man in your life a pair of the Disoriano sunglasses would be a very wise present.

    1. If I had my time again, I would definitely have worn sunglasses more when I was younger. My eyes have been very good to me but now at 50, I’ve got to that point when I need to wear glasses (particularly for small print). Could I have extended this until a little later had I worn sunglasses more…? Maybe, maybe not. I guess I’ll never know for sure but, with the benefit of hindsight, I think a good pair is always going to be a sound investment.

  3. That Balance Board is a great gift. Most of the men I know have weak knees from too much sport in their youth. These boards are great for building up strength in the knees and legs.

  4. Although that Parka is designed for Antarctic conditions there are days up here towards the US / Canada border when the mercury drops well below zero. My partner would really appreciate one of these coats to keep the cold at bay.

  5. That travel T shirt -“the only thing you buy that makes you richer” – would be perfect for my boyfriend. He’s a travel addict.

    1. I love that statement… it’s so true! We don’t really need material things in life… but memories… they can last us a lifetime and be so much more special.

  6. Although I would agree that the Chopard watch is contemporary I think that it looks sufficiently strong and classic to last through changing fashions.

    It’s the sort of watch that a man could bequeath to his son.

    1. Very good point, Sally!

      My family have also started playing a game called ‘Coup’ – I would definitely recommend looking that up. It’s great fun and very tactical, but would be simple to play on a journey – just like dominos.

  7. Obviously I’m not getting about much but the day will come when I’ll be looking for a durable carry-on case once again. I’d agree that all the dents and scratches are badges of honour.

    1. I have a TUMI case (different model to this one) and it’s really well made. It’s taken a few knocks over the years, but has stood the test of time and looks as though there is plenty of life in it still.

    1. Good point. A well-made, good quality product will always tend to outlast cheaper alternatives – so much so that it can actually be a false economy to think to replace items more frequently than you might otherwise.

  8. Thanks Paul, going to send this to my wife. She’s always great with gifts but to make it easier for her these items will all make my Christmas bright!

  9. There aren’t many men who bother to take care of their skin. It’s down to us women to take charge and buy them the Creed after-shave balm.

    1. It all seems very extravagant to me but my husband runs about 4 pairs simultaneously. In his office, in the house and a pair in each car. Another pair of the Disoriana would keep him happy.

  10. i loved my Expedition Parka from Canada Goose but sold it when i went vegan due to their use of fur. after years of people asking, finally they have announced that they will stop manufacturing jackets using real fur from the end of 2022 which is great news. not that i need one any more as i live in Southeast Asia!

  11. As my husband is obsessed with capturing high quality wildlife images he would love the Legende Bundle. Nothing but perfection does for him.

    1. Lenovo make some great tablets at a very affordable price. That particular model has great sound, too – it comes with Dolby Atmos® on the superior JBL quad-speaker system, so quality is better than you might imagine.

  12. Maybe I was a late comer to internet shopping. 20 years ago I used to find Xmas shopping for my husband so difficult.

    Now with guides like this gift buying is so much less stressful.

  13. I’m hoping that Santa will drop one of the magnetic phone mounts in my direction. My beloved wagon dates from pre sat-nav and I like to use my phone for navigation. And I ain’t gonna be getting a new wagon anytime soon.

  14. That black leather atlas would keep me happy for many days and hours. And are there only 195 countries? I thought there were over 200.

    1. Hi Piers – I think it depends on how you define a country – I believe the UN recognises around 250, but commonly it’s widely regarded to be around the 195 mark, give or take, depending on what’s going on in the world.

  15. I’ve gotten some very good ideas from this list. I’ve always had a hard time thinking of what to give the men in my life, but now I have choices!

  16. As soon as I saw that Alpine Edge watch I knew that it had my man’s name all over it. Solidly and stylish it’s exactly his sort of thing.

  17. Over the years I’ve always taken a look at the ALTB recommendations for “him”, though in my case I’ve got to admit that there have been a few “hims”. This year though it seems to have almost become a definitive style bible. Many thanks.

  18. He’s definitely in need of a new wallet. The Loewe wallet would be a big upgrade on the one he’s got now. It’s disintegrating. Why is that men never see that?

  19. It’s got to be the Creed aftershave. Very few men take shaving seriously enough.

    If women shaved how many brushes, lotions and potions would we use?

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