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Jet Set: Mother’s Day Gifts for the Travel Enthusiast

From an iconic aluminum suitcase and whimsical crochet pouches to a sophisticated passport case and cashmere cardigan, these are the best Mother’s Day gift ideas for travel lovers.

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Welcome to Jet Set, a recurring feature in which we highlight our favorite accessories and travel must-haves that are perfect for any kind of trip. Mother's Day is fast-approaching, and if you're still not quite sure what to buy the travel-loving mom with insatiable wanderlust, you're in the right place. Whether she's an adventure traveler, loves a good road trip or prefers a beach vacation, we've done the hard work for you and curated a tightly edited selection of the best Mother's Day gifts for the woman who is always booking her next trip.

We've said it before, and we'll say it again: The key to finding the perfect gift is to make sure you're taking her interests and hobbies into account in the selection process. So if she's always planning her next trip and constantly running out of passport pages, a travel-inspired gift is the way to go. From an iconic aluminum suitcase and whimsical crochet pouches to a sophisticated passport case and cashmere cardigan, these are the best Mother's Day gift ideas for travel lovers.

Quince Featherweight Cashmere Silk Frayed Edge Scarf

An effortlessly chic, just-oversized-enough cashmere silk scarf will accompany her on all her jet-set adventures. Not only is it ideal to cozy up with on the flight, but it's a breezy, useful accessory to throw on during those chilly June evenings.

$64, shop now

Quince. Quince

Rimowa Classic Check-In L Suitcase

Perhaps she already has an assortment of Rimowa luggage and is just waiting for that last oversized check-in bag to complete her collection, or maybe she hasn't treated herself to one of the iconic aluminum suitcases just yet. Either way, you can't go wrong with Rimowa's cult-favorite classic checked bag.

$2,000, shop now

Rimowa. Rimowa

Master & Dynamic MW75 Active Noise-Cancelling Wireless Headphones

For the mom who loves travel and tech, might we suggest a luxurious new travel gadget for Mother's Day? These noise-canceling headphones from Master & Dynamic are crafted from anodized aluminum, tempered glass and lambskin leather—equal parts comfortable, sophisticated and practical, with memory foam ear pads, a travel case and Bluetooth capabilities, along with up to 32 hours of battery life.

$599, shop now

Master & Dynamic. Master & Dynamic

Rothy's The Travel Pouch Set

As any frequent flyer knows, a few well-organized pouches containing in-flight essentials are a total game-changer. And sure, she probably has a few worn-out bags at home, but this is the time to treat her to some upgrades—case in point, these Rothy's pouches, which are lightweight, just structured enough and crafted from the cutest crochet-style open knit.

$99, shop now

Rothy's. Rothy's

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 

For the jet-setting bookworm: a new Kindle, so she can store all the books she wants in this one petite e-reader. The latest Kindle Paperwhite is lightweight and easy to stow in her bag, ideal for both long flights and shorter jaunts.

$160, shop now

Amazon. Amazon

Tumi Just in Case Tote Bag

Tumi's Just in Case foldable tote is an essential for the on-the-go mom. It's almost shockingly lightweight and incredibly spacious; the zippered bag folds flat so that it's entirely packable; when it's unfolded and in its tote form, it offers tons of space for all her carry-on essentials.

$175, shop now

Tumi. Tumi

Smythson Passport Cover in Mara

Smythson makes organization ridiculously chic—their stylish passport holder is a fashionable and practical way of storing her essentials while adventuring around the world.

$275, shop now

Smythson. Smythson

Primally Pure The Jet Set

TSA-ready skincare is a must, but so is bodycare—especially for the mom who doesn't like to leave it to chance when it comes to amenities. This set from Primally Pure includes travel-sized versions of soothing products like their body wash, body butter, lip balm and deodorant, all in a jet-set ready bag.

$64, shop now

Primally Pure. Primally Pure

Calpak Clear Train Case with Top Compartment in Caramel

A dependable toiletry bag is a must-have travel accessory for any jet-setter. Help her keep everything in order with this chic train case, featuring plenty of space for all her skincare and beauty must-haves.

$85, shop now

Calpak. Calpak

July Packing Cells Eight Pack

Packing cubes are a game-changer when it comes to not only keeping organized (sense a pattern here?) while traveling, but also managing to bring along a few more items in your bag than you would otherwise. This eight-pack from July is ideal for storing her travel essentials.

$95, shop now

July. July

Away Carry-On Flex Suitcase in Coast Blue

Upgrade her banged-up carry-on with one of Away's sleek suitcases. This style has an expansion feature for even more room, because sometimes, you just need extra space. It comes with a luggage tag, and if you want to make your gift extra special, consider personalizing it with her initials. It's sure to be her new favorite travel bag.

$325, shop now

Away. Away

La Prairie Skin Caviar Eye Lift

We talk about La Prairie's eye lift serum a lot, and that's because it's that good—it's infused with both caviar infinite and caviar micronutrients. It's undoubtedly a splurge, but if anyone's deserving of the most indulgent self-care, it's mom. This eye serum helps to re-sculpt the eye contour, for the ultimate in firming, smoothing and lifting. It's the perfect gift for the traveler—she'll look well-rested in no time.

$575, shop now

La Prairie.

Lake Pajamas Alice Nightgown in Blue Seersucker

If your mom loves elegant, whimsical sleepwear (because honestly, who doesn't?), she'll be delighted to receive Lake Pajamas' blue seersucker nightgown. Crafted of 100 percent Pima cotton, it's the most adorable nighttime attire for summer—and all her upcoming beach trips.

$104, shop now

Lake Pajamas. Lake Pajamas

La Mer The Hydrating Infused Emulsion

A selection of TSA-approved skincare and beauty products is essential for any quality toiletry bag, but mini doesn't mean boring. Elevate her on-the-go routine with petite indulgences like this La Mer hydrating emulsion; it's an ultralight formula that helps hydrate, soften and smooth skin.

$145, shop now

La Mer. La Mer

Jenni Kayne Cashmere Cocoon Cardigan

A 100 percent cashmere cardigan sweater is always a great gift, and happens to make for an optimal layering essential when on the go—seriously, why are planes always so freezing?

$475, shop now

Jenni Kayne. Jenni Kayne.

Beauty Sleep & Wool Cashmere Travel Spray Duo

For the woman who takes the finest care of the finest things, even while on the go. This two-piece travel set from The Laundress will keep her bedding and knits fresh and wrinkle-free, no matter where she's off to.

$18, shop now

The Laundress. The Laundress

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