Holiday Gift Guide 2022: The Best Gifts For Active Adventure Travelers

Buying the right holiday gifts for the active adventure enthusiast in your life just got easier. These products are sure to hit the mark—from active swimwear and scuba diving gear, to top-of-the-line digital cameras and the latest lightweight carry-on luggage.

Water Accessories

ScubaPro has some of the best gear for snorkelers, scuba divers and swimmers. For your adventurous recipient, a good option is the Synergy 2 Twin Trufit Dive Mask with Comfort Strap is the way to go. Many diver masters consider this the most comfortable dive mask on the market. Why? Trufit technology design incorporates not one but two separate silicone skirts – a thin, soft inner skirt for fit and comfort, and a thicker outer skirt to provide support near the mask frame. Translation? The mask provides a deep level of comfort no matter how long you’re under the water and the watertight seal means water stays out. The low-volume dual lens mask also provides excellent field of view, and the buckle system is easy to use. Buckle tabs are flexible, enabling the mask to be folded flat for traveling.

Digital Photography

GoPro HERO11 is the latest GoPro to hit the market. Get incredible highlight videos sent to your phone automatically with the HERO11 Black. Its new, larger image sensor captures more of the scene with higher image quality, letting you instantly share vertical shots to social media. HyperSmooth 5.0 features AutoBoost and Horizon Lock built-in, ensuring your smoothest, most stunning shots yet. New Night Effects let you get creative after dark, and 10-bit color brings all your videos to life. All this and more make HERO11 Black the most powerful GoPro yet.

GPS Dive Computer

The Descent Mk2S from Garmin is one of the best dive computers on the market. This smaller, watch-style dive computer that features multiple modes as well as multisport training and smart features. Divers can choose from multiple dive modes and the battery life is up to seven days when in smartwatch mode. You can measure your performance, track your stats, but most importantly stay safe when you’re under the water. The GPA watch-style computer works both above and below the water.

Staying Hydrated

Staying hydrated on the road is key and the Yeti products let you do just that. The new lightweight, non-insulated bottle collection – Yonder – is YETI’s lightest water bottle yet and features two new sizes—750mL and 1L—in four colorways: Clear, Seafoam, Navy, and Charcoal. The Yonder bottle is built to sustain impact, drop and freezing without loss of function, and is 100 percent leakproof. The cap’s handle is designed to clip or carry, so it can be taken easily on the go. For large-size bottles, the 46 oz Rambler is the way to go. The stainless water bottles have double-wall vacuum insulation, and a no sweat design—keeping your drinks ice-cold or piping-hot all day.

Keeping Warm

The Puffer Blanket is a great on-the-go versatile and portable insulated blanket. It’s great for car trips, plane trips and any adventure. It’s water resistant, lightweight, machine washable and packs up small.

Active SwimWear

A must-have travel item for any adventure is the versatile bathing suite and Title Nine has many options good for travel. The Set It And Forget It Halter Tankini Top lets you decide how much support you need by tightening the fit to your comfort level. It’s also colorfast, resilent and lets your move and stretch without stretching out the fabric. The Lehua Bikini Bottom stays in place no matter if you’re surfing, scuba diving or just lounging on the beach. It has maximum coverage and is made from 78% recycled nylon/22% elastane and is UPF 50.

Travel Luggage

One of the most important gifts you can give any traveler is the correct luggage. Victorinox travel gear creates each carry-on with functions inspired by the Swiss Army Knife. So whether you’re taking off for business or adventure, Victorinox Travel Gear makes the suitcase for your needs. The Spectra eight wheeled expandable carry-on has easy access versatile pockets and removable divider, making packy easy and function. The expansion system offers up to 20% additional capacity, and a front-opening compartment handily stores your business essentials. The Connex Frequent Flyer Hardside has a spacious main packing compartment that expands up to 4 centimeters for additional capacity. This light-weight hardside suitcase includes a USB port, SIM card replacement tool, ID tag and pen. If you’re looking for one of the lightest suitcases on the market, check out the Airox Frequent Flyer Plus Hardside it weights in at just over five pounds, so it’s easy to lift and put in the overhead bin. It’s made with polycarbonate which means it is built to last and can stand up to rigorous scratches and bumps. The butterfuly opening system also makes packing easy and function. The dual-caster wheels deliver 360 maneuverability which is great when running to catch a flight or walking over bumpy uneven ground.