{"id":6159,"date":"2016-12-07T06:00:11","date_gmt":"2016-12-07T11:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/?p=6159"},"modified":"2023-02-10T14:03:43","modified_gmt":"2023-02-10T19:03:43","slug":"carry-on-christmas-travel-friendly-gifts-pack-punch-not-luggage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/2016\/12\/07\/carry-on-christmas-travel-friendly-gifts-pack-punch-not-luggage\/","title":{"rendered":"A Carry-On Christmas: Travel-Friendly Gifts That Pack a Punch, Not Your Luggage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cAbove the river and over the woods, to Grandmother\u2019s house I\u2019ll fly\u2026\u201d I can\u2019t help but laugh at my own goofy rendition of the familiar holiday tune, all the while puzzling on how I can possibly fit everything I\u2019d love to gift my family into my carry-on suitcase\u2014without needing to oust my favorite outfit of worn-in jeans and a cozy flannel top. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then it dawns on me. I don\u2019t need to forgo my fireside comfies, nor will I have to check an enormous suitcase for an astronomical baggage fee. I just need to think a little outside the box\u2014the gift box, that is\u2014and I\u2019ll have no problem fitting all my Christmas presents into the overhead compartment this year. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Big Things Can Travel in Small Suitcases<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/il_fullxfull-1.987447451_he9k.jpg\" alt=\"raw aquamarine necklace\" class=\"wp-image-6164\" width=\"322\" height=\"425\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sparkling Aquamarine adornments | Image courtesy Etsy seller <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/221624461\/raw-aquamarine-necklace-march-birthstone?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=aquamarine%20necklace&amp;ref=sr_gallery_5&amp;source=aw&amp;awc=6220_1480957471_1abb09cf4cd6896cd83f4f6262014718&amp;utm_source=affiliate_window&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=us_location_buyer&amp;utm_content=256677\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AbizaJewelry<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are some petite, yet meaningful presents that can be tucked under rolled-up socks and folded tees\u2014and I made sure to use every square inch of my carry-on to squeeze in as much Christmas cheer as possible, no matter the size of the parcel. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My sister-in-law will love her delicate, raw Aquamarine pendant necklace that matches a bracelet she dons at every holiday event\u2014and this gift fit right into my purse for safe keeping on the flight. She definitely deserves a little sparkle for putting up with my brother and their busy brood all year.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And, speaking of busy broods, Grandma will rave for months over the personalized photo book I had printed for her and Grandpa featuring all the antics our family has gotten into over the years. After searching photo bins stashed in closets and filtering through files on PCs, my siblings, cousins, aunts, and uncles all emailed me their favorites family photos, along with explanations of the memories so I could properly caption each one. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once I had the photos assembled, I:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meticulously sorted the pictures in chronological order, giving each of Grandma\u2019s kids their own section to show off their own branch of the family tree.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uploaded the photos to an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/photo-books?cid=SEGOO.BRAND&amp;gclid=CjwKEAiAyO_BBRDOgM-K8MGWpmYSJACePQ9CWhI_6oVyCrkFjXIpy747b-0kgMumGCsVRyDIm_11JRoCxTHw_wcB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online photo shop<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where they were automatically filled into a beautiful template, arranged precisely how I wanted them\u2014complete with silly inside jokes and family quotes.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finalized the order and, in about a week, had a gorgeously bound, but not bulky, photo book to lovingly wrap and tuck into my suitcase.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lots of reminiscing will ensue as the family looks through the photo book on Christmas day between sips of eggnog and nibbles of turkey. I know I can\u2019t wait to hear Grandpa retell the tale behind a picture of my cousin Aaron and me as children, caught climbing shelves in Grandma\u2019s pantry, the ground covered in flour and cereal crumbs. &nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Experiences That Last Long After the Return Flight<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/51kw34w2MLL.jpg\" alt=\"online photography class\" class=\"wp-image-6163\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/51kw34w2MLL.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/51kw34w2MLL-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/51kw34w2MLL-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Picture perfect photog supplies | Image courtesy Amazon seller <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Photography-Starter-Kit-Beginners\/dp\/B01DMT7VAC%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAIMLKPQSGTYE5YV6Q%26tag%3Dei-wish-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB01DMT7VAC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Creative Live<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Living a couple states away means I don\u2019t get to share in my family\u2019s day-to-day lives, but that doesn\u2019t mean I can\u2019t always be there in spirit. A gift certificate for a new experience allows me to be part of an exciting adventure\u2014even when I\u2019m a plane ride away.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Given his flair for adventure that\u2019s continued well past our flour-coated, pantry-climbing days of old, I made sure to get Aaron a gift that would appease his inner adrenaline junkie. With a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adrenaline.com\/all\/&amp;searchterm=rock%20climbing#location=all+locations;selected=;price=;sortby=relevancy;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">certificate for a rock climbing excursion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, he can pick out his next climbing feat, and I know when he books that adventure he\u2019ll think back to the pantry scaling we did together as kids.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aaron\u2019s wild ways are (usually) kept in check by his wife, who prefers calm crafting projects to daredevil outings, so, to soothe her nerves after his thrill-seeking endeavors, I bought her a certificate to a local spa, including a facial and 90-minute massage. That way, she can unwind and take a few deep breaths after Aaron returns safely from his climb.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And then there\u2019s my Uncle Bill, who\u2019s tinkered with his old cameras for years and has really developed a knack for capturing the perfect picture. Last year, one of his beloved cameras broke and, while he keeps it on display in his office, I happen to know that Aunt Helen upgraded him this year to a digital Nikon so he can get back to documenting life via his photographs. He loves learning about lighting techniques and which angles are ideal for each shot, so the gift of an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online photography course<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will keep him up-to-date on the latest tricks of the trade. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Subscriptions Boxes Bring Christmas Joy Year Round<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/il_fullxfull.1079797520_nu6n.jpg\" alt=\"felt doll diy kit\" class=\"wp-image-6165\" width=\"610\" height=\"425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/il_fullxfull.1079797520_nu6n.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/il_fullxfull.1079797520_nu6n-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/il_fullxfull.1079797520_nu6n-768x536.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/il_fullxfull.1079797520_nu6n-1024x714.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/il_fullxfull.1079797520_nu6n-387x270.jpg 387w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 610px) 100vw, 610px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cute felt doll DIY kit | Image courtesy Etsy seller <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/491100445\/monthly-subscription-felt-sewing-kit-3?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=subscription&amp;ref=sr_gallery_40&amp;source=aw&amp;awc=6220_1480957535_81627f2aeefbb77efd043da18c306f35&amp;utm_source=affiliate_window&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=us_location_buyer&amp;utm_content=256677\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DelilahIris<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it\u2019s photography, crafting, or collecting, everyone has a hobby that delights them. The gift of a subscription box means I get to inspire that joy multiple times throughout the upcoming year!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My sister, a true bookworm, will squirm with delight when gifted a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/178146169\/vintage-monthly-book-club-1-year?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=subscription+vintage+book&amp;ref=sc_gallery-1-1&amp;plkey=b37be0657352c6bcdc7bde02f93617bbc2a3384e%3A178146169&amp;frs=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">subscription box of a monthly vintage read<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with little extras like handmade bookmarks, cards, and a sweet treat of candy from the year the featured book was published. I think I\u2019ve finally found a way to give her book stack a chance against her nightly binge-reading sessions! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Little Sis isn\u2019t the only one that gets to revel in happy monthly mailings, though. Even the fluffy pomeranian pooch my Mom adores will get spoiled by goodies, pampered with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07RBYJN37?tag=ei-guide-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">monthly gourmet dog treat box<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014I\u2019m sure my Mom will be as tickled as her precious fur baby each month.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Memberships That Carry on the Cheer<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As I readily check family off my list, I come to the pair that keeps me challenged, but, this year, I have the perfect present in mind. Since Dad is forever traveling for work, and Mom typically tags along to lounge at the hotel or nearby shops during his meetings, I thought of a way to make their trips a bit more luxurious and relaxing. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By getting my parents <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a membership for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lower rates and exclusive upgrades on luxury hotels<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, each business trip they take next year will feel more like a vacation! They\u2019ll be thanking me until next Christmas\u2014it\u2019s truly a gift that keeps on giving and a total parent present win! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Presents That Make the Trip Before Takeoff<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that I have nearly everyone covered, with room to spare for my pair of sparkly holiday heels, there are just a couple more pint-sized members of my family I just have to go big for: my nephews Zachary and Zander. So, with a little heads up to my Sister-in-law to watch for the delivery guy, I made sure to order and ship their oversized gifts ahead of my arrival. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Deluxe-Hotel-Room-with-View.jpg\" alt=\"upgraded hotel room\" class=\"wp-image-6161\" width=\"663\" height=\"425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Deluxe-Hotel-Room-with-View.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Deluxe-Hotel-Room-with-View-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Deluxe-Hotel-Room-with-View-419x270.jpg 419w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 663px) 100vw, 663px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Enjoying the suite view | Courtesy flick\u2019r user Roderick Eime,Traveloscopy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Express shipping, and a little sneaky communicating with their mom, enables me to send the boys toys featuring their current character obsessions: a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Kiddieland-Disney-Mickey-Mouse-Activity\/dp\/B0198KTXHI?SubscriptionId=AKIAIFCJIVYE25RMHTKA&amp;tag=ei-search-d-20&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;camp=2025&amp;creative=165953&amp;creativeASIN=B0198KTXHI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mickey Mouse ride-on toy<\/a> for Zack and a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Thomas-Friends-Fast-Tracks-Ride-on\/dp\/B01N95640A\/ref=sr_1_6?crid=21Z9C9AJRU9WD&amp;keywords=thomas+the+tank+engine+ride+on+train&amp;qid=1551364420&amp;s=toys-and-games&amp;sprefix=thomas+the+tank+engine+ride%2Ctoys-and-games%2C139&amp;sr=1-6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thomas the Tank Engine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> one for little Zander. I\u2019ll wrap them up when I land, and they\u2019ll never know the packages arrived before their auntie did.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s my favorite thing about the holidays, to leave lasting smiles on the faces of those I love well into the new year, so I went for gifts that make big impressions without taking up huge chunks of real estate in my luggage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter if I am coming around the mountain\u2014or flying over it\u2014I know that when I reach my destination, singing my own merry little remix, I\u2019ll be loaded up with plenty of Christmas cheer to share with all those I hold dear. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Trying to pack your suitcase with the perfect gift for everyone on your list? 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