вЂњIt seems simple, but itвЂ™s perfect everywhere from flights to chilly nights.вЂќ Along with authentic Italian balsamic vinegar and handmade ornaments from Peru, she recommended a chic blanket scarf as the ultimate travel accessory. Robin, our Director of Strategic Partnerships, is known around the office for her impeccable style. вЂњArtwork is a story youвЂ™ll see every day-thatвЂ™s such a cool thing to bring to someone.вЂќ He snagged his print from a market in Williamsburg, but TypeHike is another studio we love for travel-inspired designs. Music lets you share a little piece of the world with someone.вЂќДЇormer Manhattanite and current web designer Andres picked up a screen print from a local artist on his last trip to Brooklyn. вЂњEven if you donвЂ™t have a record player, itвЂ™s a great souvenir. So, when he travels, he likes to bring home a record that reminds him of his destination. вЂњItвЂ™s great for taking photos if youвЂ™re traveling solo, or if you want to be in the same shot as your travel partner! ItвЂ™s super portable, and youвЂ™ll take the perfect photos every time.вЂќДЄaron is a Go Ahead web designer by day-and the guitarist in a local band by night. Our Business Analyst Joanna recommended a gift for photographers on the go-a Mini Smartphone Tripod. вЂњI keep this in my entryway-the photos are gorgeous and so inspiring.вЂќ Inside, youвЂ™ll get a peek into the beautiful homes and studios of VeniceвЂ™s resident artists. Take a trip without leaving your living room by flipping the pages of Venetian Chic, the coffee table book recommended by Traveler Engagement Specialist Claudia. YouвЂ™ll find picks on where to dine from Manhattan to Mumbai, all shared by over 600 seriously in-the-know chefs. вЂњGreat food makes a great trip,вЂќ he said, explaining why Where Chefs Eat is his pick for travelers who love a good restaurant rec. Scratching off a new destination is always a big accomplishment!вЂќ Tips from top chefsДЄdam, our Associate Creative Director, loves seeking out incredible eats wherever he travels. вЂњItвЂ™s a creative and fun way to track where youвЂ™ve been. So, itвЂ™s no surprise that her pick, a Scratch-Off World Map, celebrates making travel memories around the globe. Plus, if you get them dirty, you can just toss them in the wash!вЂќДЄshley spends her days dreaming up new itineraries. Our all-star Project Manager Brittany said, вЂњYou can walk all day in them and theyвЂ™re super lightweight.

Being sustainably made with all-natural materials is a serious plus, and on top of that, theyвЂ™re also just simply the comfiest shoes around. вЂњItвЂ™s the best bag, hands down, вЂќ Josh said.ДЄnother beloved item around the office is Allbirds Wool Runners. From the fun colors to the surprisingly roomy interior, durable design, and built-in battery pack for charging your phone on the go-well, itвЂ™s no wonder Away suitcases are a Go Ahead Tours fan favorite. Josh, who works on our Groups Team, wasnвЂ™t the only one of our staffers to rave about the Away Carry-On. See our picks for every jet-setter on your list! The worldвЂ™s best suitcase

Need presents to impress the adventurers in your life? We tapped our globetrotting team to share their favorite travel gear to fill this yearвЂ™s gift guide.

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