Know the girlfriend who LOVES to travel? Or want gifts for your girlfriend get-away trip?

Having just returned from a fun girlfriend trip to New York City, I can’t wait to plan my next girlfriend get-away! (Thanks Patty for being a great traveling companion!) Something about spending time with a girlfriend and going on an adventure together makes travel even more fun. So, we’ve got a few girlfriend gifts for trips together or just for those fun friends who love to travel.

Here’s our first girlfriend gifts from our OpenSky Shop. Check out these wonderful gifts for women who travel:

Honestly – I want this gift! Having just walked the streets of NYC, taken a steamy subway and spent the afternoon in Central Park – in the heat of summer, we (my girlfriend and I) should have hydrated much more. The Go Caddy™ is a compact tote that has multi-compartments to hold all your items by your side for hands free traveling or on the go fitness.

• Holds a variety of bottle sizes up to 1.5 liter, of your favorite beverage. (Bottle not included). Size: 4” dia. x 10” tall. BONUS! A water bottle cooler sleeve is included!
• Comfortable 1″ x 54″ adjustable strap. This extra long strap allows you to wear it over your shoulder or sling style. Our unisex Caddy makes it perfect for the whole family!
• Pleated deep front pocket with flapped Velcro closure easily fits a cruise ship pass (if you are on one), charge card, money, license/identification, etc. NOW with an additional hideaway interior pocket lets you store any valuable you may bring along. Size: 4 1/2” wide x 7” tall.
• Elastic back pouch is roomy enough so you can bring your cell phone, camera, a map and glasses. Size: 4 3/4” wide x 7” tall.
• Stylish and durable metal clip to hold keys. There is an additional “D” ring for the little extra you may want to clip on such as an eyeglass or pill case. Manufactured in luxurious Microfiber with a rubber backing. Packs flat for traveling.

What for the girlfriend who loves to stay in shape but finds it difficult to do on the road? Well, you can’t rely on the hotel workout room – sometimes you have to bring your own equipment like this from J/Fit. (I remember traveling quite a bit for my job and doing the stairs of hotels. I wish I’d had this kit when I was traveling!).  Here’s the traveling girl’s workout system:

• Contains all equipment for complete body workout, compact and portable.
• Includes five different resistant cords, door anchor, two ankle straps, two handles, instructional guide and a carry bag.
• Great for traveling or at office.
• Fits easily in any briefcase.

Remember the ‘good, old days’ when you got a meal on your flight?! Now, you’re on your own or charged $4 for a can of nuts (seriously, that was an option on my flight yesterday!). I always pack some nutrition bars for flights, car trips and just to have in my laptop bag for a long meeting on an empty stomach. I love these Probiotic Bars – perfect for traveling or giving to the on-the-go girl:

• Contains 15 bars, available in three flavors:

Chocolate: Rich, delicious chocolate makes for a perfect dessert or a naughty tasting, but truly healthy treat.

Apricot-Coconut: Organic apricots with just a hint of coconut combine for a fruity, fresh snack.

Lemon- Poppyseed: Imagine your favorite lemon poppyseed cake transformed into a good for you bar! Refreshing and delicious.

• Packed with 9g of soluble and insoluble fiber, each bar contains probiotics.
• Organic and low calorie snack.
• Boosts bodies immunity and eliminates unwanted toxins.

Which would be YOUR favorite flavor?

After about 45 minutes in the security-check line yesterday, I was begging to just get through. My carry-on bag wasn’t rolling so well (it’s final voyage I’m afraid!) and my big, leather backpack with laptop in it was dang heavy. Next purchases for me: a new ‘regulation sized’ carry-on bag and a lighter laptop option. Like maybe this checkpoint-friendly (and we’re all about ‘friendly’ here on Girlfriendology!) Laptop Bag:

• Converts from a sleek, padded laptop sleeve to a tote, with a flip of the flap! (patented)
• Convertibility = versatility. Protect your laptop while inside another bag, or carry it on its own
• “Checkpoint-friendly” design lets you put the Skin through airport screening without removing your laptop.

Am I the only klutzo traveler? Maybe it’s the distraction of being somewhere different and exploring new places, but spills seem to find me even when I’m just walking down a street, sitting by a lake or riding a train. So, here’s the perfect traveling companion for you and your girlfriends who love to travel:

Madame Paulette Professional Stain Removal Kit:

• Package includes six stain removal kits.
• Each kit is 5.12 inches x 3.25 inches x 0.5 inches.
• Removes stains from clothing.
• Fits in purse, and jacket pockets easily.

And, if you’re planning a trip with your girlfriend(s), don’t forget to book it through Orbitz.com. I loved Orbitz this week while traveling! They called me before flights and told me that my flight was canceled (turned out better – got an earlier flight!) and that my gate changed – and the airline people didn’t even tell us!

For more girlfriend travel inspiration:

• Girlfriend Advice for Girlfriend Getaways - plan some time with the girls, reconnect & make great memories!
• Improve your Marriage – get away with your girlfriends – really! It’s good for your marriage!
• Women’s Travel Gifts – some more ideas!

Tags: girlfriend trips, travel, travel gifts, travel gifts for girlfriends

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