If you’re like most travelers, the memories of your past vacation instantly brighten up your day. So why not start collecting souvenirs to commemorate these experiences and give you unique items from your travels. Here are a few ideas of things to collect on your next trip.
Patches
These are souvenirs that you can wear. Sew them on your jacket, backpack, or create a blanket full of your travel memories. Track down patches of the national parks, monuments, and various cities and countries you’ve visited.
Perfume and Fragrances
For candle-loving travelers, consider collecting scents that remind you of your past trips or visit local perfumeries that are specific to that area. Then, display them on your coffee table or vanity. Whenever you use one, It’ll help you better remember your adventures.
Home Decor Items
A small way to infuse your love of travel within your home is to pick up beautifully designed, locally crafted souvenirs. They speak to your personality, you’re supporting the local culture, and they have an exciting story to tell.
How to find local artisans or handicraft stores?
Ask your hotel staff for recommendations. If you’re on an excursion, ask your tour guide. They may even be nice enough to stop at a local market or fair for you. Again, you’d be supporting the locals, and your items will be very unique.
Don’t forget to bring cash!
Books
Hear me out, I know most travelers might be wary about adding excess baggage weight, but lightweight books, city publications, or bookmarks make unique souvenirs. Not only does it give you an excuse to expand your home library, but it gives you a chance to see the best every new city you visit has to offer: their literary scene.
Jewelry
Affordable and attractive, jewelry makes excellent travel gifts for your friends and family back home. It makes an even better story starter if you’re the one wearing the jewelry. Wearable souvenirs make your memories a part of your everyday life. Go to local markets and see the small and beautiful traditional jewelry the local artisans have made. Major brands have a presence in most destinations as well. You won’t have any problems finding a Pandora or Alex & Ani charm for your travel bracelet. Each place you visit will have charms exclusive to that particular destination.
Postcards
These space-saving souvenirs are a popular option. They can be found in most major cities, and you can find them in various styles, like photographs and illustrations. Collect a postcard from each place you visit and turn it into a postcard journal, book, or use in a scrapbook.
Snow Globes
Each snow globe feels like miniature worlds. This souvenir is portable, is less likely to be damaged during your travels, and having them around your house can really fill your home with everlasting memories. . They’re great to share with your family or keep for yourself!
Sometimes the photos we take during our trip don’t seem like enough memorabilia. We need to bring back something we can hold, easily show off, and put on display.
Which souvenir ideas are you going to use on your next trip? What are you usually bringing back home from your travels?