The Bakersfield Californian

Gifts to inspire and soothe travelers

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A four-point travel to-do list for 2020: Plan, embark, explore, remember. These gifts will give your globe-trotting family and friends a head start on all four goals.

1. The 2020 World Traveler desk calendar ($16, riflepaper­co.com): Cubicle-bound? Cross off the days until your next trip with this inspiratio­nal — and aspiration­al — travel calendar featuring Rifle Paper Co.’s bright, splashy colors and bold designs.

2. Duffield travel set soft

pouch ($98, ugg.com): Wrap up and zone out with this Ugg fuzzy blanket and eye mask set, which does double duty as a pillow when tucked into its handy travel pouch. Bon voyazzzzzz­zzz! 3. Fish toothbrush holders

($6.99, package of two, containers­tore.com): Protect your toothbrush from the churn of your toiletries bag with these simple yet effective toothbrush covers from The Container Store. Flip your fish over and its suction-cup “tail” becomes a nifty holder.

4. AeroPress Go travel coffee press ($31.95, aeropress. com): If FOMC — fear of missing coffee — is keeping you at home, toss this in your carry-on and go. This brand-new travel press comes in a compact carrying case that doubles as a mug.

5. SecurTex anti-theft slim crossbody bag ($98, baggalini. com): It’s time to ditch that fanny pack. This slim Baggallini crossbody bag has a sleek, streamline­d look that belies its utilitaria­n function: protecting your valuables while you see the world.

6. “Travel Listograph­y: Exploring the World in Lists” ($16.95, chronicleb­ooks.com): This volume from the Listograph­y series is a great way to keep a record of your travel goals — old ones met and new ones set. Its list format is perfect for scribblers in transit.

7. Departure kit ($53, aesop. com): No matter where we’re going, we all tend to get there looking tired, dehydrated and disheveled. This kit from Aesop allows users to get out ahead of travel’s wear and tear.

8. Pocket straw ($29.99, set of three, amazon.com): Zoku’s silicone-and-stainless-steel straws come with a carrying case small enough to slip into a pocket or purse, allowing you to sip your way around the globe without leaving a trail of plastic behind you.

9. Catalina Deluxe week

ender ($143-$158, loandsons. com): This Lo & Sons bag is not for the indecisive: It comes in two sizes, three materials and 14 colors. Whichever you choose, the zippered bottom compartmen­t will keep your shoes separate from your clothes.

10. PowerCore 13000 portable charger ($37.99, amazon.com): That feeling when you get caught up short by a dead battery when you need driving directions or e-tickets or that once-in-a-lifetime selfie atop the Eiffel Tower? You’re done with it.

Zoku’s pocket straw ($29.99 for set of three, amazon.com) extends from 4 inches closed to 9 inches. It can be used with both hot and cold drinks and each straw comes with its own hygenic carrying case and cleaning brush. 9. The Catalina Deluxe weekender ($138-$154, loandsons.com) is a spacious canvas tote that easily slides over a rolling suitcase handle and features multiple compartmen­ts to pack clothes, shoes, toiletries and more.

 ?? COURTESY OF UGG ?? 2. Ugg’s Duffield travel set soft pouch ($98, ugg.com) includes a soft blanket and eye mask. The pouch doubles as a pillow.
COURTESY OF UGG 2. Ugg’s Duffield travel set soft pouch ($98, ugg.com) includes a soft blanket and eye mask. The pouch doubles as a pillow.
 ?? COURTESY OF RIFLE PAPER CO. ?? 1. Rifle Paper Co.’s World Traveler 2020 desk calendar ($16, riflepaper­co.com) features illustrati­ons of wanderlust-worthy locations such as Copenhagen and Mexico City. It comes with a stand and is spiral-bound for easy flipping at your desk.
COURTESY OF RIFLE PAPER CO. 1. Rifle Paper Co.’s World Traveler 2020 desk calendar ($16, riflepaper­co.com) features illustrati­ons of wanderlust-worthy locations such as Copenhagen and Mexico City. It comes with a stand and is spiral-bound for easy flipping at your desk.
 ?? COURTESY OF AEROPRESS ?? 4. The AeroPress Go travel coffee press ($31.95, aeropress. com) packs easily and brews a variety of coffee drinks with minimal mess.
COURTESY OF AEROPRESS 4. The AeroPress Go travel coffee press ($31.95, aeropress. com) packs easily and brews a variety of coffee drinks with minimal mess.
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THE CONTAINER STORE ?? 3. The Container Store’s fish toothbrush holders ($6.99 for package of two, containers­tore. com) helps keep your toothbrush clean at home or on the go. The cute silicone fishies come in two color sets, and stick to countertop­s and vanities with the help of suction cups.
COURTESY OF THE CONTAINER STORE 3. The Container Store’s fish toothbrush holders ($6.99 for package of two, containers­tore. com) helps keep your toothbrush clean at home or on the go. The cute silicone fishies come in two color sets, and stick to countertop­s and vanities with the help of suction cups.
 ?? COURTESY OF BAGGALINI COURTESY OF CHRONICLE BOOKS COURTESY OF AESOP ?? 5. A cut-resistant double strap and RFID protection help make Baggalini’s SecurTex anti-theft slim crossbody bag ($98, baggalini.com) a good choice for travelers who want to keep both their physical belongings and informatio­n safe.
6. Written by Lisa Nola and illustrate­d by Kelly Abeln, “Travel Listograph­y: Exploring the World in Lists” ($16.95, chronicleb­ooks. com), is a travel journal that will make you want to see more of the world.
7. Aesop’s seven-piece Departure kit ($53, aesop.com) has everything you need to deplane with a fresh face, including mouthwash, hand cream, a face mask and more.
COURTESY OF BAGGALINI COURTESY OF CHRONICLE BOOKS COURTESY OF AESOP 5. A cut-resistant double strap and RFID protection help make Baggalini’s SecurTex anti-theft slim crossbody bag ($98, baggalini.com) a good choice for travelers who want to keep both their physical belongings and informatio­n safe. 6. Written by Lisa Nola and illustrate­d by Kelly Abeln, “Travel Listograph­y: Exploring the World in Lists” ($16.95, chronicleb­ooks. com), is a travel journal that will make you want to see more of the world. 7. Aesop’s seven-piece Departure kit ($53, aesop.com) has everything you need to deplane with a fresh face, including mouthwash, hand cream, a face mask and more.
 ?? COURTESY OF ANKER ?? 10. Anker’s PowerCore 13000 portable charger 13000 ($37.99, amazon.com) is smaller than most wallets and features two USB ports.
COURTESY OF ANKER 10. Anker’s PowerCore 13000 portable charger 13000 ($37.99, amazon.com) is smaller than most wallets and features two USB ports.
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COURTESY OF ZOKU 8.
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COURTESY OF LO & SONS

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