Christmas Travel Gift Guide 2021
This travel-inspired gift guide, published by British Travel Journal is full of inspiring gift ideas. There's something for the adventurer, bookworm, fitness fanatic, eco-conscious traveller, and even for those who have everything already. Treat your family and friends who love to travel with a special gift for a memorable festive season.
This travel-inspired gift guide, published by British Travel Journal is full of inspiring gift ideas. There's something for the adventurer, bookworm, fitness fanatic, eco-conscious traveller, and even for those who have everything already. Treat your family and friends who love to travel with a special gift for a memorable festive season.
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WINTER <strong>2021</strong><br />
TRAVEL INSPIRED<br />
<strong>Christmas</strong><br />
GIFT GUIDE<br />
BRITISH TRAVEL<br />
JOURNAL
Contents<br />
08<br />
ADVENTURER<br />
There’s no reason to stop travelling in the colder months especially with our carefully curated<br />
selection of gifts for the adventurer<br />
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BOOK CLUB<br />
From buying someone a book of their own life story to the best of the latest travel guides,<br />
full of inspiration when exploring the British Isles<br />
British Boutique Hotels<br />
Gina Jackson<br />
Published 14 October by<br />
Hoxton Mini Press<br />
£20 Hardback<br />
ISBN: 978-1-914314-03-2<br />
A sumptuous guide to Britain’s most sought-after<br />
hotels, from country retreats to unique city stays.<br />
This is an unashamedly simple and highly opinionated guide to<br />
the very best boutique escapes in Britain. From the<br />
Scottish Highlands to the Cornish coastline, we’ve scoured our<br />
shores for the hotels that stand apart for their individuality, their<br />
Gina Jackson is a travel blogger and<br />
photographer who, though a<br />
proud Londoner, can more often be<br />
found testing out hotel rooms<br />
all over the country. A champion of<br />
the great British staycation,<br />
she shares her personal recommen-
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COOL WHITE<br />
The White Company have all the holiday hits you need for<br />
a smooth getaway<br />
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ECO-CONSCIOUS<br />
Lovingly made gifts to help your loved ones become more<br />
eco-conscious with their travel<br />
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FITNESS & HEALTH<br />
Perfect for outdoor adventures, going to the gym, or<br />
whatever moves you...
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LUXURY LEISURE<br />
Add a touch of effortless glamour to your laid-back holiday<br />
vibe, go on, you deserve it<br />
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RELAX & PAMPER<br />
<strong>Gift</strong>s guaranteed to improve your mood, enhance your<br />
appearance and boost your self-esteem<br />
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NIBBLES & TIPPLES<br />
Make your <strong>Christmas</strong> even more special with our delicious<br />
selection of bottles and hampers
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INTRODUCTION<br />
Editor’s Welcome<br />
<strong>Travel</strong> expeditions in Britain<br />
are full of surprises. From<br />
the vineyard tasting tour,<br />
where you just have to buy<br />
a bottle to take home<br />
(Tinwood’s English<br />
sparkling wine Blanc de<br />
Blancs, £29 didn’t stay in<br />
my cupboard for long) to<br />
the luxury hotel you stay<br />
in where the shower gel<br />
is so divine you must buy<br />
it (Noble Isle’s Tea Rose,<br />
first discovered during an<br />
overnight stay at Fingal,<br />
Edinburgh’s luxury floating<br />
hotel, for example).<br />
Jessica<br />
Do you know someone who<br />
would love to have their<br />
own life story turned into a<br />
beautifully published book?<br />
Turn to page 14.<br />
If you are looking for ways<br />
to become a more ecoconscious<br />
traveller then<br />
you will love our sustainable<br />
eco-gifts, p18. Add a touch<br />
of effortless glamour to<br />
your laid-back holiday vibe<br />
with our selection of Luxury<br />
Leisure gifts, p22 and enjoy<br />
our selection of the finest<br />
festive refreshments, p29. ◆<br />
JESSICA WAY, EDITOR OF BRITISH TRAVEL JOURNAL<br />
–<br />
@British<strong>Travel</strong>Journal<br />
@British<strong>Travel</strong>Journal<br />
@B<strong>Travel</strong>Journal<br />
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AUTUMN / WINTER<br />
Adventurer<br />
This portable stainless steel<br />
cooking appliance has<br />
5-in-1 cooking capabilities,<br />
allowing you to stonebake<br />
authentic 12” pizza<br />
in 3-4 minutes, all whilst<br />
frying, grilling, baking,<br />
warming and fire roasting<br />
simultaneously.<br />
An exclusive design inspired<br />
by Boutique Camping’s<br />
original sell-out patented<br />
pizza stove, this bigger,<br />
better and bolder rendition<br />
is now live on the world’s<br />
most famous reward-based<br />
crowdfunding platform;<br />
Kickstarter.<br />
The Pizza Oven Plus’s<br />
ferocious 400° flames<br />
will turn up the heat and<br />
be the highlight of your<br />
next outdoor or in tent<br />
adventure. £539<br />
Bid, save, camp & cook… you could be the next buck-saving backer<br />
to ignite the flame of The Pizza Oven Plus’s success - being one of the<br />
first ever owners and for a fraction of the price on Kickstarter<br />
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GINGKO MI SQUARE POCKET<br />
BLUETOOTH SPEAKER<br />
Handcrafted from a single piece of beautiful solid<br />
American walnut wood, (even the speaker cover is made<br />
of real fabric, not plastic) The Gingko Mi Square Pocket<br />
Bluetooth speaker is a minimalist must. $109.9/£81.42 <br />
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ECO BEACH COAT<br />
This dry robe coat is part of the new eco-fleece<br />
reversible collection from Aspiga. £140<br />
Click here to buy<br />
LIGHTWEIGHT HAMMOCK<br />
Made from parachute silk and incredibly easy to transport,<br />
letting you enjoy the beauty of your journey. €39.90/£34.15<br />
Click here to buy<br />
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SMITH THE ROLLPACK<br />
Made for those who love to explore the great outdoors, this ‘go-to’<br />
millican bag comes into its own for short trips and staycations. £95<br />
Click here to buy<br />
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and for those who have<br />
everything already...<br />
THE WORLD’S FIRST ELECTRIC-POWERED<br />
HYDROFOIL SURFBOARD<br />
This truly unique gift idea is for any adventurer or outdoor enthusiast who<br />
wants to fly over the water exploring solo in nature. $12,000/£8,890.<br />
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TRAVEL COLLECTION<br />
Book Club<br />
Did you know you can gift<br />
someone with their life story<br />
in their own beautiful book?<br />
their life story for their<br />
grandchildren and other<br />
family generations to enjoy.<br />
StoryTerrace is the nation’s<br />
leading biography writing<br />
service, matching people<br />
with ghostwriters to capture<br />
their life story in print.<br />
Buy your nearest and<br />
dearest the gift of their<br />
lifetime by documenting<br />
They will have regular<br />
opportunities to review<br />
and comment on the book<br />
as it progresses, as well<br />
as uploading photos and<br />
customising the appearance<br />
of the book. The beautifully<br />
bound, hardcover book will<br />
then be printed and delivered.<br />
From beginning to end, the process normally takes eight to twelve<br />
weeks, depending on the length of your book. Prices start from £1,600<br />
and you can choose between a Junior, Senior or Premium ghostwriter.<br />
Click here to buy<br />
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<strong>Guide</strong> to almost 300 islands<br />
in England & Wales. £20<br />
Click here to buy<br />
The perfect guide to<br />
London. £19.99<br />
Click here to buy<br />
A sumptuous guide to<br />
Britain’s most sought-after<br />
hotels. £20<br />
Click here to buy<br />
<strong>Guide</strong> to completing all 214<br />
Wainwrights, with stunning<br />
images, tips and tricks, £20<br />
Click here to buy<br />
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Cool White<br />
1 White Pom-Pom<br />
Swimsuit, it’s all<br />
about the subtle<br />
Perfect for your next holiday or to pop-in your<br />
overnight bag, The White Company travel<br />
essentials offer a smooth getaway<br />
4 Leather Heart<br />
<strong>Travel</strong> Case, ideal<br />
for carrying your<br />
yet sophisticated<br />
details, £59<br />
2 <strong>Travel</strong> Cosmetics<br />
Case, this clear<br />
1<br />
2<br />
3<br />
favorite pieces of<br />
jewellery when you<br />
go away, £35<br />
5 The <strong>Travel</strong> Dog<br />
case with pale<br />
Bed, the perfect<br />
grey edging has<br />
piece for dogs on-<br />
double-ended zips<br />
the-go. Both prac-<br />
and is just what you<br />
tical and stylish, it<br />
need for storing<br />
can be easily rolled<br />
your cosmetics and<br />
up and carried,<br />
skincare. With a<br />
providing comfort<br />
wipe-clean finish,<br />
for your dog on car<br />
it’s also easy to<br />
journeys or week-<br />
keep fresh and<br />
ends away, £145<br />
hygienic, £35<br />
4<br />
6 Cashmere Bed<br />
3 Soft Linen Tie<br />
Bag, this versatile<br />
bag will fold up<br />
6<br />
Socks , a pair of<br />
these heavenly<br />
cashmere bed<br />
small in your case<br />
socks are perfect<br />
but allows plenty<br />
to ward off the chill.<br />
of room as a beach<br />
bag or shopping<br />
bag for those<br />
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Exquisitely soft,<br />
these socks are a<br />
real treat for your<br />
holiday excursions,<br />
£30<br />
Click here to buy<br />
feet, £35/£39<br />
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GREEN & ORGANIC<br />
Eco-conscious<br />
<strong>Travel</strong>-friendly sustainable<br />
staples that contain ZERO<br />
liquid. Yes, zero. Whether<br />
you’re off to Costa del<br />
Cornwall or somewhere<br />
further afield, travel light<br />
with Faith In Nature’s ecofriendly<br />
essentials.<br />
Between their plastics<br />
policy, refill availability and<br />
closed loop scheme, Faith<br />
In Nature have 47 years<br />
of impactful zero-waste<br />
initiatives under their belt,<br />
passing on as little of the<br />
plastics problem to their<br />
customers as possible.<br />
From shampoo bars to<br />
luxury hand soaps this<br />
beauty brand has your<br />
next trip covered with its<br />
collection of affordable,<br />
vegan-friendly, cruelty-free<br />
and natural products.<br />
Faith In Nature’s ingenious solid shampoo bars are made using 100%<br />
natural fragrance, the booming bars are free from parabens and<br />
plastic with their fully recycled and recyclable card packaging.<br />
What’s more, the savvy portable solutions really go the distance –<br />
providing 52 washes (far more than your average shampoo bottle).<br />
Click here to buy<br />
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Eco Friendly <strong>Gift</strong> Bundle, £60<br />
Click here to buy<br />
Barbour Tartan <strong>Travel</strong><br />
Mug. £12<br />
Click here to buy<br />
Wooden bellyboards made in Cornwall. From £70<br />
Click here to buy<br />
G I F T G U I D E<br />
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Fitness & Health<br />
1 Monocle - a<br />
minimalistic,<br />
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headlamp for design<br />
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runners by Swedish<br />
fashion tech brand<br />
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2 Pure water in just 60<br />
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Just press and go. £78<br />
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3 Smart running insoles<br />
with lightweight<br />
trackers that fit any<br />
running shoe. Provides<br />
insight, guidance and<br />
coaching to help you<br />
run smarter, train<br />
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Perfect for outdoor adventures, going to the<br />
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4 Take control of<br />
your wellness and<br />
recovery with some<br />
Theragun Percussive<br />
Therapy, deep muscle<br />
treatment. The G3 is<br />
their quietest device<br />
yet, perfect for taking<br />
with you on your<br />
travels. £375<br />
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5 Prefer walking to<br />
running? The super<br />
adventurous who<br />
spend their days hiking<br />
and their nights<br />
dreaming of their<br />
next expedition will<br />
reach new heights in<br />
these HOKA hiking<br />
boots. Women’s<br />
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£150<br />
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G I F T G U I D E<br />
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EFFORTLESS GLAMOUR<br />
Luxury Leisure<br />
The world’s finest luxury<br />
lilos have arrived to the<br />
UK, taking the poolside<br />
and beach experience to a<br />
whole new glamorous level.<br />
Perfect for end-of-summer<br />
and winter-sun escapes,<br />
Oliver James lilos complete<br />
any al fresco setting.<br />
Easily inflated with a USB<br />
rechargeable pump, the<br />
lilos also neatly fold into a<br />
beautiful tote bag, ready to<br />
be taken on holiday.<br />
They can be deflated in<br />
minutes, and have been<br />
engineered to resist<br />
outdoor elements and<br />
withstand damage caused<br />
by chlorine, saltwater, and<br />
sunlight.<br />
Starting from £730<br />
Following a successful launch in Asia, Australia, and the US, Oliver<br />
James’ handsome pieces of floating furniture are now available<br />
to UK customers, with free express shipping worldwide.<br />
Click here to buy<br />
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Tolcarne Wool Beach<br />
Blanket. £60<br />
Click here to buy<br />
Tamar canvas backpack,<br />
handmade from reclaimed<br />
leather and heritage<br />
canvas. £79<br />
Click here to buy<br />
The World Class Leather<br />
Tech Case. £465<br />
Click here to buy<br />
Luxury Silk Eye Mask in<br />
Smokey Blue Birds design.<br />
£29.95<br />
Click here to buy<br />
50 prompts cards that can<br />
work in any destination.<br />
£16.99<br />
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G I F T G U I D E<br />
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THE STERLING - 34 COLLECTION<br />
- - 35 -<br />
LEATHER CAMERA STRAP<br />
A super strong camera strap made from antique leather<br />
with a vintage timeworn look and feel. £30<br />
Click here to buy<br />
QUICK DRYING HAMMAM TOWEL<br />
This lightweight soft Aegean cotton versatile towel looks<br />
great on your travels, at the beach or poolside. £25<br />
Click here to buy<br />
COTSWOLD WEEKEND BAG<br />
This smart holdall is perfect for a weekend away<br />
with a truly luxurious English feel and look . £620<br />
Click here to buy<br />
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LIGHT THERAPY LAMP<br />
Boost your energy through the winter months with this brand new<br />
wake-up light, a natural mood-booster. Halo, £165.83 - £199<br />
Click here to buy<br />
G I F T G U I D E<br />
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SHOWER GEL CRACKER<br />
Hiding inside The White Company cracker, you’ll find<br />
a deluxe miniature shower gel. Set of three, £20<br />
Click here to buy<br />
SCHERZO TRAVEL COLLECTION<br />
A showcase of Miller Harris’s bestselling fragrance, bursting<br />
with fruits, flowers and shimmering sunshine. £35<br />
Click here to buy<br />
OUD ÉCLAT<br />
Brand new oud fragrance,<br />
a clean note, with delicate<br />
warmth and sweetherbaceous<br />
tagete. £160<br />
Click here to buy<br />
ANTI-NAUSEA MIST<br />
Spray on a tissue and inhale, or simply spray in the<br />
air and gently inhale to help with travel sickness. £18<br />
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Relax & Pamper<br />
1 The Detangling Mist<br />
is the newest product<br />
in the award-winning<br />
range, The Hair Boss<br />
founded by former<br />
‘Hairdresser of the Year’<br />
Lisa Shepherd. £8.99<br />
Click here to buy<br />
Treat someone special to the <strong>Christmas</strong><br />
holiday they deserve with these lovingly<br />
made beauty and travel essentials<br />
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2 This reusable travel<br />
skincare must-have<br />
means no more buying<br />
little ‘minis’ for your next<br />
staycation. £49.99<br />
Click here to buy<br />
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3 Science that makes<br />
scents. Trelonk, Cornwall’s<br />
Topical Oil. £20<br />
Click here to buy<br />
4<br />
4 Queen of the night, a<br />
new luxurious night-time<br />
treatment. £35<br />
Click here to buy<br />
G I F T G U I D E<br />
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Nibbles & Tipples<br />
1 Limited edition<br />
Cotswolds Cloudy<br />
<strong>Christmas</strong> Gin is a<br />
festive twist on our<br />
classic Cotswolds<br />
Dry Gin. £34.95 <br />
Click here to buy<br />
2 Hattingley Valley,<br />
the award-winning,<br />
family-owned<br />
Hampshire winery,<br />
famed for its fizz,<br />
has created a<br />
range of new luxury<br />
gift boxes. From £59<br />
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Celebrate with friends and family this <strong>Christmas</strong><br />
with these flavorsome gifts, best consumed when<br />
being enjoyed and shared with others<br />
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3 Loch Lomond’s<br />
Inchmurrin 12 year<br />
old single malt has<br />
a sweet and rich<br />
malt character with<br />
underlying fruit and<br />
warming spice. £40<br />
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buy<br />
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TEA TRIO GIFT SET<br />
Tregothnan’s three top loose black tea blends. £25.50<br />
Click here to buy<br />
WINTER SOLSTICE GIFTING HAMPER<br />
Natural Wicker Hamper with biscuits, coffee, water flask,<br />
festive jam, Gold Star Beaded Ornament and more. £68.50<br />
Click here to buy<br />
MUG AND BISCUITS HAMPER<br />
Gorgeous Reef bone china mug and tin of delicious<br />
clotted cream shortbread biscuits. £22.95<br />
Click here to buy<br />
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THE FORTNUM’S CLASSIC CHRISTMAS HAMPER<br />
This perennially popular hamper presents everything one wants and needs for the big day. Expect<br />
fanfares as the lid is lifted to reveal sparkling and still tipples and rich, delicious puddings. £185<br />
Click here to buy<br />
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