Inexpensive Birthday Gifts for WomenAll of these great gifts 50 dollars or less. These gift ideas are based on the facts about what women said when asked, "What gift would you give yourself if you had a little extra money?" Travel and "Escape" to a spa were the number one response women gave. Travel AccessoriesHelp her refresh her luggage "wardrobe" with new pieces or add to what she already has.Having unique luggage, totes, train (makeup) cases, and luggage tags are all part of the fun of travel.
Travel Magazine for Women
A magazine is a gift that gives every month. Travel magazines will allow her to dream a little dream about her next trip, and get the advice and knowledge to make it happen! Here are ten picks for women of all ages, budgets, and interests. General Interest Afar Magazine is for "experiential travelers of all kinds, from those seeking cultural and educational experiences to those after adventure and geo-tourism." Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel Inexpensive to give and to use! Great ideas for women of any age who want to learn how to plan and enjoy a wonderful vacation that won't break the bank. Reader tips, trip coach, and destinations all over the globe. National Geographic Traveler From the official description, "Discover a wealth of vacation ideas for the U.S., Canada, and overseas destinations. Each issue features superb photography and lively stories, plus a wide range of practical travel advice. This award-winning magazine has everything you need to plan the perfect trip." Conde Nast Traveller Focus is on luxury travel. "The most sophisticated, stylish and savvy world in travel. With Conde Nast Traveller as your guide, you'll know the best islands, cities, spas, castles and cruises. Women Only Travel Girl Launched in 2003, this is one of the newer mags for women and travel. Focused on the glamorous, diva side of travelling - the Summer issue cover features Sex and the City 2. As they say, "you know you're a travelgirl if… You do most of your early holiday shopping at Duty Free" Women's Adventure Magazine Another newer offering, Women’s Adventure Magazine is, "the only sports, travel, fitness and lifestyle magazine published specifically for active women. Published quarterly, Women’s Adventure is for women who choose to thrive in the wild... Published since 2003, Women’s Adventure was titled Dandelion magazine until its successful relaunching in January, 2006." RVing Women Free with the purchase of a membership to RVing Women. "Published six times a year by RVing Women, which is a national organization of women who travel by RV, most of whom travel alone or with a companion other than a spouse. There's a lot of coverage of group activities including local, regional and national rallies. Club chapters report about their activities and outings, both past and future. Columnists discuss topics of interest to women RVers." Curve Magazine Curve is the #1 lesbian magazine, and although the magazine has a variety of topics, it features a gay-friendly travel section in each issue. Special Interest Travel by State If you think that she'd enjoy travelling closer to home, you can buy her a subscription to a magazine based on state or region depending on her interests. For example, here in Texas there is Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine and Texas Highways magazine, both of which feature trips and tips for travel within the state. Explore the travel section in your local bookstore or search online to find your local or regional travel mags. Travel CandleCandles are an all around favorite gift - why not get her one she can take with her to illuminate her amazing travels?Win with tins. Look for travel candles in metal tins that are lightweight and have a lid. As an additional benefit, you will give her more candle for her money, instead of paying for a heavier glass container. After the candle has burned, she can use the tin can be used as a keepsake, reused, or recycled. As you may know, when travelling in remote parts of the world you don't throw anything away and look for items than can have multiple uses. If she is backpacking across the globe she can use it to collect coins or stamps from different countries, as a container for personal items such as vitamins, hair clips, buttons or safety pins. How to light her unique travel path. Look for candles with the same theme as her destination - so if she is going to Hawaii, find a tropical or beach themed candle. Going skiing in Colorado? Find a pine scented candle. Heading out to teach in Japan? How about a cherry blossom candle? Important tip: For chemically sensitive women who are allergic to some man-made materials, try to find candles made of gentler ingredients like pure organic beeswax or soy. These candles often burn longer as well.
Auto Club/Travel Services MembershipGive her the gift of confidence while she travels! Give as a gift or renew her existing membership dues. These memberships will provide trusted travel assistance if she ever needs it.Better World Club Offers travel, auto and bicycle services including emergency roadside assistance, travel insurance, and trip planning with an emphasis on socially responsible, greener solutions. Women tend to be very eco-conscious, and this is the only environmentally friendly auto club in the United States. As an alternative to AAA, they have earned kudos from NPR's Click and Clack among others. They don't have a print magazine, but the gift of membership will include their e-newsletter called, "Kicking Asphalt". Available in the United States only.
If she is 50+, she is eligible for AARP membership and that means deals and steals on travel, tours, and cruises worldwide. The AARP Motoring Club has additional services. As age can be a sensitive issue for some women, it might be best to give this gift along with the promise of a nice vacation to use the discounts. AARP is an international organization and memberships are available for many countries worldwide.
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