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Travel Inspired Jewelry Guide: Travel Themed Jewelry for Travelers

Last updated: December 12, 2023 - Written by Jessica Norah 97 Comments

If you love travel and jewelry you’re probably going to love this guide to jewelry for travelers! We focus primarily on handmade and unique travel jewelry, and cover jewelry that will suit any budget and style.

I fell in love with travel themed jewelry while searching for travel themed wedding rings for Laurence and I’s wedding. I have since acquired more travel jewelry pieces and love using jewelry as a way of expressing my passion for travel.

We’ve put together a list of a wide range of travel jewelry items in this article for those looking for a way to express their own love for travel, searching for a gift for a traveler, or just looking for inspiration about what types of travel themed jewelry are out there.

Our list contains dozens of items that span the range of jewelry types, budgets, and fashion tastes. Although many of the jewelry pieces are designed with women in mind, we’ve also included a number of unisex and men’s jewelry pieces. 

We have physically reviewed many of these items and hope you enjoy this list of wonderful travel themed jewelry items and perhaps you’ll discover your new favorite pieces of jewelry along the way! 

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Travel Inspired Jewelry: Best Jewelry for Travelers

As I said, I got a bit obsessed with travel inspired jewelry when searching for a design for our engagement/wedding rings (we purchased a customized version of these World Map rings ). After planning our wedding, I wrote a post on handmade travel themed wedding products , which included a few travel themed jewelry items. I wanted to expand on that to write a full article focused solely on travel jewelry, so here we go!

Just so you know, many of the items on this list we physically reviewed. Some were items we purchased or received as gifts, and others were given to us by artists for review. The other pieces are just ones I loved when searching for travel related jewelry online.

The majority of the items on our list are handmade or hand customized items, made by a single artist, family, or a small business. We love supporting these great individual artists and small businesses, and many of the jewelry pieces featured were inspired by the wanderlust and travels of the artists’ themselves!

But we have also included jewelry from national and international fine jewelry stores as well to provide a range of jewelry options. Prices of pieces on the list range from under $10 to over $500, with the vast majority of jewelry falling in the $25 to $75 range.

If you are looking for a traveler gift idea, but don’t find it here, consider checking out our guide to gifts for travelers . It has over 75 gift suggestions that range across budgets and traveler types.

We also have a guide to gifts for travelers made in the USA and British made gift ideas for travelers , if you are looking for items specifically made in the USA or the United Kingdom. Both guides include several travel-inspired jewelry suggestions.

We are happy to answer any questions you may have about any of these items included. We hope that this list helps inspire you to show your wanderlust in your own jewelry collection! 

Travel Inspired Jewelry: Travel Themed Necklaces

Necklaces are some of the most commonly worn pieces of jewelry. Whether you love long pendant necklaces, dainty sterling silver necklaces, chunky chokers, or personalized lockets, there are plenty of ways to show of your love for travel.

Here are a number of travel themed necklaces for some excellent ideas: 

State & Country Love Necklaces

This delicate sterling silver necklace is in the shape of the state of Ohio with a heart cutout. Any country, U.S. state, or continent is possible and pieces are also available in 14K gold or rose gold. Most pendants are available in three sizes, the heart location can be moved (or removed), various chain lengths are available, and text engraving options are available. 

Ivy By Design is one of my favorite shops on Etsy for state, country, or continent-related jewelry. Ivy can also do custom designs.

Vintage Style Travel Themed Pendant Necklaces

These whimsical handcrafted pendant necklaces are made from quality printed images covered by a clear domed glass cabochon that protects and magnifies the printed image underneath. Each pendant includes a matching 24″ necklace with a lobster-style clasp. Lots of designs with maps, quotes, and travel attractions available.

In addition to pendant necklaces, the pendant designs can also be ordered as bracelets, brooches, wine stoppers, key rings, and other products. Rosie can also do custom orders for most of the pieces. See more at Rosie’s Design Studio

Compass Rose Necklace

This dainty compass rose necklace has a small sterling silver charm and chain that is perfect for those who prefer small and more discreet jewelry. I wear this necklace a lot.

Comes with gift packaging so perfect for gift giving, especially for graduations and going away parties. You can see more jewelry by EfyTal here .

Globe Bead Necklace

This sapphire blue globe necklace features a small round sapphire blue Czech glass bead, antique pewter charm, and silver plated chain. Charm can be purchased alone or with a chain. Other globe designs in various shapes and sizes available.

This store has a large selection of travel themed jewelry and charms, and you can see more at Evelyn Mae Creations .

Jet World Pendant Necklace

Show off your wanderlust with this popular pendant necklace that features two pendants, one of a globe and one of a compass rose. Available in sterling silver, yellow gold, or rose gold. The chain is available in a number of different lengths so you can get the perfect fit.

See more travel related jewelry in Rani’s store here . She has matching world map earrings and bracelets as well.

World Map Necklace

This handmade world map necklace features multiple pieces joined together to create a world map design. Necklace and chain is made from sterling silver of 14K filled yellow or rose gold. Personalization possible.

This is one of the better quality world map necklaces out there. You can see more travel related jewelry at Ivy’s shop Ivy By Design .

Tiny Book Necklace

This tiny book necklace features a miniature copy of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. Several chain styles and 3 book sizes are available. Other books include Paper Towns , Huckleberry Finn , Harry Potter , Anne of Green Gables, The Count of Monte Cristo , and Alice in Wonderland .

Great necklace idea for someone who loves both books and travel. If you loves books, you can explore the miniature book jewelry from the Tiny Book Town shop .

Working Compass Necklace

This working compass necklace allow you to engrave the back of the compass with any sort of quote, text, or image of your choice. Compass is made from antique looking brass and comes on a brass chain. A leather case for the compass necklace can be added.

A travel-related necklace that doubles as a working compass—what is not to love as an adventurer?! Do note that the pendants do have a bit of weight to them since they are actual compasses. The Elite Custom Design USA shop makes several other working compass products, including custom orders.

Saint Christopher Pendant Necklace

This sterling silver pendant with stainless steel chain depicts the Christian saint Saint Christopher who is known as the patron saint of travel. He is depicted with a staff and carrying Jesus as a baby on his shoulders.

Many Christians display a token of Saint Christopher to show devotion and to aid in safe travels, and my grandmother always kept one in her car. You can see more St. Christopher jewelry here .

Double-Sided World Map Locket

This world map locket is made of vintage brass and enamel. It is double sided and shows the western hemisphere on one side and the eastern hemisphere on the other. Locket is also available in silver.

If you know what quote, images, or photos you want to have inside the locket, I would get the option to have them added into the locket. See more lockets by Silk Purse Sows Ear for more design options.

Mountain Range Necklace

This stainless steel mountain necklace features a mountain range, and is available in black, rose, silver, or gold colors. Perfect for mountain and outdoor lovers.

The store also sells matching earrings, bracelets, and rings. See more mountain and travel-related jewelry online by Rose Vila Jewelry .

Custom Map Locket

This vintage map locket allows you to choose any town, city, or region to include in the front of the locket for a unique piece of jewelry at an affordable price. Available in Antique Brass or Silver finish and chain has 6 length options.

If you like the look at these lockets, Jennifer has lots of custom map based jewelry and keychains on offer in her Brass and Chain store .

Custom Coordinates Bar Necklace

This custom coordinates necklace can be customized with coordinates to indicate any special destination you wish. Available in sterling silver, 14K filled gold, or 14K rose gold. Matching chains are available in various lengths.

Audrey also makes other coordinates necklaces and bracelets. See more personalized jewelry options at Jewelry Blues .

Wooden Country Pendant Necklace

This wooden painted pendant necklace has a laser etched wooden pendant with the silhouette of the country of your choice. It is then painted the color of your choice. The metal bezel is available in different shapes and color and the pendant come on a 24 inch chain. The laser etching can be customed with any country, state, or other shape of your choice.

A great way to show off your love for a particular country (or state). Check out Sarah’s store, Once Again Sam , for a number of personalized wooden jewelry items. 

Africa Charm Necklace

This inexpensive engraved Africa necklace depicts some of the animals, people, and resources of Africa. The pendant and chain are made of stainless steel and the pendant is available in black, silver, rose, or gold.

A good option for those looking for an affordable necklace to show off their love of Africa. See more Africa themed necklaces here .

City Skyline Engraved Bar Necklaces

These personalized city skyline necklaces feature an engraved city skyline and can also include a word or phrase. They can be engraved on one-side or both sides and are available in sterling silver, 14k filled yellow gold, or 14K filled rose gold. Can show almost any major city skyline.

See more personalized travel and coordinates related jewelry at the Boston-based Danique Trends shop .

Scottish Sea Glass Necklace

This Scottish sea glass necklace contains a piece of sea glass collected off of a beach in Scotland and then wrapped with silver coated wire and place on a silver plated chain. Each piece is unique and you can choose the location where the glass was found.

A unique necklace for a traveler who loves Scotland. But also may give you ideas for jewelry that may be from other destinations you love. See more Scottish sea glass jewelry at the Glasgow based store By Rois .

Travel Inspired Jewelry: Travel Themed Bracelets

Travel jewelry can also fit around your wrist. Think handstamped travel quote bracelets, map designs, charm bracelets, thin stacking bracelets, and thick leather cuffs.

Here are several designs to get you thinking of travel bracelets that might be a good fit for you:

Bohemian Silk Wrap Bracelets

These silk wrap bracelets are made with a hand-stamped aluminum tag that is then attached to a multi-colored hand dyed silk ribbon. This specific bracelet pictured says “Wanderlust” but the ribbon color and wording on the tag can be customized as you wish with any phrase, name, date, or icon.

Great for any bohemian traveler and these can be customized to include any word, name, coordinates, or phrase you wish. See more colorful wrap bracelets by Mystique Sieraden here .

Aluminum Map Bracelets

These silver aluminum bracelets have map designs on them that are created using a dye process that fuses the ink into the surface of the aluminum. The bracelets can be adjusted to fit different size wrists, and the cuff bracelets come in both a wide design (1.5 inches) and a narrow design (3/4 inches wide). The bracelets are hypoallergenic, unisex, and waterproof. Hundreds of map designs are available.

These bracelets are a great way to commemorate a city, a region, a hometown, a national park, a hiking trail, or your favorite road trip. Doreen is great to work with and can put just about anything map-related on the bracelets, and she can also do custom designs. You can see more at her shop December Moon Design .

Leather Cuff Bracelets

These handmade leather cuff bracelets are made using recycled leather and handstamped pewter metal. A lot of travel-inspired designs and quotes are available. The store offers both narrow leather cuff and wide leather cuff bracelets.

All the items are handmade by Meghan in Spokane, Washington. In addition to bracelets, she also makes rings, necklaces, keychains, and other items. See more in her store Love Your Journey .

Gold World Map Cuff

This wide metal cuff contains a laser cut-out of the world map. Available in 24K gold plated or rhodium plated brass. Made to fit almost any arm.

A beautiful cuff for a globetrotter with a fine taste in jewelry. See more Christina Ramella bracelets here .

Custom Map Bracelet

This custom map bracelet using vintage maps and is made of antique or silver finished brass. You select which six map destinations you want to include, whether it be a city, a state, or a country.

Great affordable bracelet for showing off multiple destinations that are important to you. See more map related jewelry at Jennifer’s shop Brass & Chain .

Pura Vida String Bracelets

Pura Vida is known for its colorful string and braided bracelets made by artisans in several countries. The one below is the Wanderlust Bracelet Pack , which includes a set of 3 bracelets with a travel-related theme.

The string and braided bracelets are coated in mineral oil to make them waterproof and beach-friendly. However, best to keep the bracelets with metal charms dry and out of the water.

Pura Vida’s goal is to provide sustainable jobs to artisans worldwide and raises awareness for numerous charities.

Note that the Wanderlust bracelet set is one of their most popular sets so is often sold out, so you may need to wait until it is back in stock. But they also have several other travel-related bracelets that we love, including the Beach Princess, Happy Camper, Dreaming Outloud, Jetsetter, Pretty Peaks, and North Shore packs. The styles change regularly, and you can check them all out here .

Pandora Disney Charm Bracelets

Do you or someone you know love visiting the Disney parks? Consider getting a Pandora Disney bracelet and filling it with Disney charms over time. This makes a great gift for any Disney lover who likes to wear bracelets. Most charms and bracelets are made of sterling silver.

Pandora also makes a number of travel related charms and other charms, which you can explore here .

Leather Wrist Wallet Cuff

Looking for a bracelet that doubles as both a wrist accessory and a place to store your money and credit cards? These leather wrist wallets have a hidden pocket that can store cash, cards, and tickets and closes shut with metal snaps. Available in different colors, sizes, and designs.

Great when you want to travel purse or bag free. See more wrist wallets at the Colorado-based The Wearable Wallet shop .

Custom Photo Bracelet

This custom photo bracelet lets you upload your own photos or images to be placed on the bracelet. Each photo component is interchangeable and attached by magnets so you can add and remove the “hexes” containing the images as you wish, and you could add updated photos in the future! The bracelet is made of a zinc alloy.

A great bracelet for displaying your favorite vacation photos. You can see more of the custom photo jewelry in the Hexlets store .

Airplane Bracelets

These airplane bracelets are made of a variety of sterling silver and gold chains and cuffs with airline pendants. Most of the bracelets are adjustable. Engraving is possible on some designs. Most of the designs are more suited to men, but can work for women as well.

For more pilot and airplane related jewelry, see the Tomer M Jewelry store .

Travel Themed Charms & Charm Bracelets

Consider collecting charms based on your travels for a charm bracelet. This Eiffel Tower charm is available in a variety of metals including sterling silver, 22K gold plated, 10K yellow gold fill, 14K white gold fill. Can be used for a charm bracelet or attached to a necklace.

This Eiffel Tower charm is just one of many attractions, flags, passports, and travel themed charms you can collect. See more travel related Rembrandt Charms here .

Leather Map Bracelet

You can see more travel-related jewelry by Cristina Ramella .

Travel Inspired Jewelry: Travel Themed Rings

Rings are another terrific way to show off your love for travel and adventure, whether it be a statement ring, a funky wooden ring, a hand-stamped silver ring, or a custom laser-cut titanium ring.

Here are a number of rings for travelers to get you thinking: 

Handstamped Adjustable Wrap Ring

This handstamped wrap ring has the quote “to travel is to live” stamped on it as well as a small airplane outline stamped on the inside. Rings are made of aluminum which is lightweight and doesn’t tarnish.

The handstamped nature of the rings ensures that each one is unique and Carissa can customize just about any ring for you if you have a specific date, coordinates, phrase, or name you would like handstamped on a ring. Check out Stampin Off the Path for a large selection of handstamped travel themed rings!  

Stacking Coordinates Rings

These dainty coordinates rings are thin and designed to be stacked. Great for collecting and adding the coordinates to your favorite destinations. Available in solid sterling silver, rose gold fill or yellow gold fill.

The Emily J Design shop specializes in dainty jewelry and has several coordinates and mountains related pieces.

Titanium Laser-Etched World Map Rings

This titanium map ring has been laser cut with a world map design, and this is repeated 3 times around the ring. The intricate map details are laser etched with a very high power laser and these are the most detailed world map rings we’ve ever seen. Can be engraved. Great for men or women.

We did a custom version of these for our wedding rings. Boone Titanium Rings can also etch f ingerprints, photos, and custom images onto the rings. The world map design is also available as a spinner ring.

Wooden Mountain Rings

These wooden mountain rings are made from laser-cut high-quality birch plywood that are painted and finished to look like mountain peaks. You can arrange this set of three awesome rings as you wish, wearing all three on one finger or splitting them up across fingers.

Clive also makes miniature house and tree rings that you can buy if you want to mix and match them on your fingers as they are all interchangeable! See more of the unique wooden jewelry made by Clive Roddy . 

Statement Map Ring

This dainty silver Africa ring has a silhouette of Africa and metal band, both made of silver (Argentium silver 935). The ring comes in any size and a heart cutout can be added to the ring. The ring is also available in 18k gold plate.

Africa Dreamland has loads of Africa-inspired jewelry, including rings, necklaces, earrings, and brooches. Mar can also do custom jewelry designs.

Sterling Silver State Outline Rings

This sterling silver state ring shows the outline of Texas, but is available to depict any USA state. Design can also be customized to show other countries as well.

Eugene also makes a number of country and continent outline rings as well as many other travel-related pieces of jewelry! He can also personalize many of these pieces. See more here .

Adjustable Oxidized Silver Map Ring

This adjustable oxidized sterling silver ring is a great budget-friendly world map ring that is perfect for everyday wear.

Also available in a number of other metals and designs. Bubble Box also carries a number of other affordable map and globe related jewelry pieces great for every day wear. See more of their jewelry here .

City Skyline Ring

This handmade city skyline ring lets you wear the skyline of your favorite city around your finger. They can do any major city skyline. Available in sterling silver, 18K gold fill, or 18K rose gold fill. Inside engraving also available.

See more cityscape jewelry on Amazon Handmade here .

Dainty Mountain Peaks Ring

This sterling silver mountain ring is subtle and dainty depicting two mountain peaks. Available in sterling silver, brass, or gold plated.

The Ruth Ryan Jewelry shop makes a lot of other mountain rings, as well as necklaces and earrings.

Sterling Silver World Map Cutout Ring

This white gold map ring features the continents attached to two silver bands giving it a unique look.

These rings are available in sterling silver as well as in 14K yellow, rose, and white gold for those with a bigger budget. See more at the aptly named World Map Ring Co store here .

Custom Mountain Range Ring

This custom mountain ring allows the buyer have the shape and details of the ring tailored to a specific mountain or mountain range for a unique ring. Available in gold or sterling silver.

If you love the mountains, you will want to check out all the mountain-inspired jewelry by Denver-based Lovely Baubles Jewelry .

Celebrate your love of the ocean with a wave ring. This handmade sterling silver ring forms the shape of a wave. Available in different thicknesses. Popular with men and women.

A popular piece of jewelry for surfers and beach lovers. Check out more Hawaii and beach-inspired jewelry at the Jonara Blu Maui Jewelry shop based in Maui.

Silver State Coin Ring

These state coin rings are made from real 90% silver state quarters from various U.S. states and territories. You choose which state or territory and the finish of the ring. Available in wide and narrow widths. Great for men or women.

Interesting way to show off your love for a particular state in the USA. See more coin jewelry at the Midnight Jo shop .

Silver Airplane Ring

This dainty airplane ring is made of sterling silver and has an open back so that it can be adjusted to be worn on most fingers.

Shop also makes matching bracelets and necklaces and can do customized pieces. See more of Black Tied’s handmade jewelry pieces here .

Gold-Plated Map Long Ring

This 24K gold-plated world map long ring creates a unique and classy look with the world map cutout and long ring design.

Also available as a platinum-plated ring. See more travel-related jewelry by Cristina Ramella .

Travel Inspired Jewelry: Travel Themed Brooches & Pins

Brooches and pins are another great way to show your love for travel, and look great on sweaters, scarfs, and coats. You can also pin them on backpacks, luggage, and other travel gear. Many brooch designs are perfect for those who have a vintage or retro style.

Here are a number of great travel themed brooches to get you thinking:

Fun Travel Pin Set

This set of 3 fun pins has a travel and adventure theme and each is made of high-quality enamel. They include a caravan, diamond-shaped pin with word Traveler, and a pin with scenery that says “Life of Adventure”. Can be worn on clothing, jackets, backpacks, etc.

The company also makes other travel-related pins as well as vinyl stickers, patches, and other items. You can see more here (Amazon) and here (Etsy).

Custom Flag Brooch

These country flag brooches are made using a flag image under glass set on antique brass. You can choose any flag to display from any country.

Artists can also makes custom map brooches. See more travel-related jewelry in their store Bjeweled Vintage .

Wooden Mountain Pin

Great for the outdoorsy traveler who wears pins. See more whimsical wooden brooches and lapel pin designs by Min in her Bottle of Clouds shop .

This small camera pin is made of enamel and nickel plated. It has a simple camera design and is 1 inch wide and 0.5 inches high. Perfect for the photography loving traveler.

The company makes hundreds of different pin designs, and you can see more pins by PinMart here . You can also see lots more photographer gift ideas here.

Vintage Postcard Brooch

This handmade brooch is made from high-quality digitally printed cotton linen and is attached to a safety catch brooch bar. Five different vintage postcard designs are available.

This is a unique brooch that goes great with any vintage inspired outfit. Check out Rachael’s store Grace and Favour for lots of other vintage travel inspired products!

Vintage Inspired Wooden Brooches

These vintage-inspired wooden brooches are all made from printed images on paper applied to a laser cut wooden backing and then attached to a metal brooch pin. The three brooches in the photo depict a vintage caravan , a compass , and a vintage suitcase but dozens of designs are available.

Lavinia has designed hundreds of wooden brooches, and you can see more vintage-style brooches at Lavinia’s Tea Party

U.S. State Pins Collection

If you like to display pins places you’ve visited in the United States, you might consider this pin set that includes pins from all 50 states of the United States. Pins are enamel and gold plated.

This set will save you a lot of money versus purchasing each pin individually. The company also makes state and country flags and other travel related pins. See more here .

Stained Glass Lighthouse Brooch

This lighthouse brooch is handmade using stained glass and metal. Various lighthouse designs available. Perfect for the lighthouse or sea lover.

The Russian based artists also do many other ocean, travel, and animal themed stained glass brooches. You can see more at Art Brothers Glass .

Travel Inspired Jewelry: Travel Themed Earrings

When thinking about travel jewelry, don’t forget your ears! Whether you like dainty studs or big dangles, we hope some of these designs get you excited to travel.

Here are a number of earring designs to get you thinking about the perfect travel inspired earrings for you:

Sterling Silver Country or State Earrings

These solid sterling silver stud earrings are cut in the shape of any desired state, country or continent. These earrings are available in two sizes: mini and standard. Almost any state, country, state, or continent is possible.

See more state and country jewelry at Austin’s store Macek Metals .

Set of Laser Cut Wooden Earrings

These wood earrings are laser cut from birch wood and handpainted. The backings are made of surgical steel and are hypoallergenic. The shop sells a variety of nature and geometric inspired wooden cutouts of mountains, clouds, birds, toadstools, animals, leaves, and hot air balloons.

Check out Anne’s store, Birch Street Studio , for lots of other great wooden earrings and other products.

Airplane and Cloud Gold Earrings

These tiny gold earrings are shaped like an airplane and a cloud. The statement earrings are made of 18K gold with a diamond accent. They come in a gift box so are great for those looking for a special travel jewelry gift.

See more fashion and fine jewelry designed by NYC-based Carleen here .

Passport Earrings

These dangle passport earrings are designed to look like real mini United States passports, complete with a blue cover and paper passport pages with mini passport stamps. They come on sterling silver hooked posts.  

Cute earrings for American travelers. See more earrings at Cheryl’s store My Earring Lady . 

Camping Inspired Earrings

These handmade camping-inspired stud earrings are made from resin covered polystyrene with titanium backings. One earring features a tent design and the other a campfire. Great earrings for any lover of camping.

 See lots of quirky outdoors inspired jewelry at Poptone . 

NASA Spaceship Earrings

Dreaming of space travel ? These NASA dangle earrings have a vintage NASA design depicting a space shuttle launching into space and a rainbow. The hooks are silver plated.

These space-age dangle earrings are perfect for those who see the world in terms of the universe rather than the earth. See more space travel related jewelry for more options.

Road Trip Earrings

These lovely road trip inspired earrings are made of fine silver and sterling silver with sterling silver hooks. The textures give these earrings some depth and dimension. Also available as a necklace pendant.

See more of Kris’s fine silver and sterling silver jewelry in her shop The Silver Pendant . There are many different road related earring designs in the shop.

Tiny Globe Earrings

If you love globes, you’ll probably fall in love with these tiny realistic mini desktop globe earrings ! The stud earrings are made of plastic with titanium earring posts, stainless steel flat pads, and stainless steel nut backs. All earrings in the shop are hypoallergic and nickel free.

Obsessories is a USA based shop that offers stud earrings depicting a range of realistic objects from animals to travel to food. Custom designs are also possible.

Nautical Anchor Earrings

These dangle anchor earrings are made of white and navy blue enamel on a silver plated brass backing. Matching necklace also available.

These anchor earrings are perfect for those who prefer their travel to be on the high seas rather than on land. See more nautical jewelry here .

Camera Earrings

These silver camera earrings are composed of pewter camera charms attached to surgical steel hooks. Perfect for a photographer. 

Rebekah specialized in geeky, steampunk, and retro jewelry designs, and you can see more at her shop  The Robot Princess . Also if you buying for a photographer, see our guide to gifts for photographers .

Compass Rose Earrings

These compass rose stud earrings are made of stainless steel and are available in three colors. Matching bracelet and necklace also available.

Perfect for gift giving. See more jewelry by Rosa Vila Jewelry here .

World Map Earrings

Matching necklaces and bracelets are also available in the shop. See more travel-inspired jewelry at Rani’s London-based shop here .

Hot Air Balloon Earrings

These handmade dangle earrings depict a laser-engraved hot air balloon design on wood with French style hooks. Buyer chooses the color of paint in design and the finish of the metal.

This store has a number of really cool travel-themed cameo style jewelry and many pieces can be personalized. See more of Sarah’s work at Once Again Sam .

Campervan Earrings

These vintage campervan earrings are made of stainless steel and plastic. Perfect for those who love traveling in their campervan or RV. Multiple campervan designs and colors available.

See lots of interesting and funky earrings designs in the Montreal-based store La Méchante Sorcière .

Handpainted Wooden Mountain Earrings

These cute snow-capped mountain earrings are made from laser-cut bamboo and are handpainted. They have silver-coated ear posts.

See more colorful wooden jewelry handmade by Claire at her UK-based studio at The Mountain and Me shop .

Travel Inspired Accessories: Cufflinks

If you or someone you know wears cufflinks, these can be the perfect way to add a touch of travel to a traditional French cuff. A great accessory to show’s ones love of travel when dressed up, whether you are headed to a business meeting, a wedding, or a fancy dinner.

Whether you prefer to travel by train, bike, or airplane, here are some travel inspired cufflinks to get you thinking:

Train Locomotive Cufflinks

These train cufflinks feature a colored image of a train locomotive under flat glass with pure bronze metal parts. Available in four finishes including silver plated stainless steel, pure bronze, or sterling silver. Several other train designs available.

This store has a lifetime guarantee on all its products. Definitely a shop to check out if you are searching for cufflinks as they can make hundreds of travel and transportation related ones. See more at Oakmont Cufflinks .

Wooden Laser Location Cufflinks

These British Isles wooden cufflinks are laser etched with designs on a thin piece of British wood that is varnished and then attached to a metal bezel. Customers can choose whether they want a rhodium plated or silver plated bezel. Engraving can be added to the back of the earrings.

See more travel-related cuff links, jewelry, and accessories at Maria Allen Boutique .

Round Globe Cuff Links

These globe cuff links feature a small round blue and yellow novelty globe on rhodium plated steel. The small globes actually spin!

See more unique cufflinks designs from LBFeel on Amazon here .

Airplane Cuff Links

These airplane cuff links are handmade of sterling silver. Similar designs are available in 24K gold plated brass. Personal engraving possible.

Tomer makes a lot of high quality airplane and pilot themed jewelry and accessories, and you can check out more in his store here .

Personalized Map Cufflinks

These handcrafted custom map cufflinks are made using a small clear glass dome, vintage maps, and silver plated stainless steel backing. Maps can be customized to any map location. Two sizes available.

See more map related jewelry at the Bjeweled Vintage shop .

Bicycle Cufflinks

If you prefer to travel by bike rather than car, then these cufflinks might be for you. These sterling silver bicycle cufflinks are made of sterling silver and come in 3 finish options (sterling silver, yellow gold, or rose gold). The cufflinks can be engraved and personalized.

A perfect gift option for the well-dressed cyclist in your life! See a lot more metal cufflink designs at Personal Cufflinks .

Silver Country Coastline Cufflinks

This pair of silver Scotland cufflinks show off the coastline of Scotland, but can be customized with the coastline of any country you wish. They are made of sterling silver and hand pierced with positive and negative images of Scotland’s outline. Available in different finishes and can be created with other metals.

See more of Hannah’s coastline and skyline jewelry in her shop here .

Travel Inspired Jewelry: Other Travel Jewelry Pieces & Accessories

When thinking about jewelry, most of us think about earrings, bracelets, necklaces, brooches, and rings. But there are other pieces of jewelry and accessories that can also express one’s love for travel, whether it be anklets, tie clips, lapel pins, wristwatches, belt buckles, hair clips, hat pins, or belly button rings. Many of these are also well-suited for men as well as women.

Here are several pieces that fall outside the most common categories of travel jewelry to get you thinking about new ways to express your love for travel: 

Map Wristwatches

This map wristwatch is made with a Japan quartz movement timepiece with a glass dome and a leather band. Customers can choose from either a high-quality synthetic leather band or genuine leather band in over 10 colors for each watch design. The watch designs shown is the World Map design.

Both men and women’s watches are available. Carmen focuses on travel-related watch designs, and you can see more in her store Ayo Bijou . 

Belt Buckle

This handmade aluminum belt buckle is made using a dye process that fuses ink onto the surface of aluminum. Will fit onto a snap belt up to a width of 1 3/4 inch (4.4 cm). This one depicts a vintage map image of Cleveland, Ohio, but almost any map location, National Park, or trail map can be depicted on a belt buckle. Custom designs possible.

See more handmade map related belt buckles at Doreen’s store December Moon Design .

Compass Anklet

This dainty simple anklet features a small silver-plated compass pendant and a Korean silk cord. Anklet is adjustable and the cord comes in several colors.

See more anklets and other dainty jewelry at Kerry’s UK-based store Despicably Charming .

World Map Neck Tie

This map tie is a hand sewn tie made from a light blue cotton fabric with a world map design. The tie is made to standard size but can be made wider or more narrow by request. Also available as a bow tie.

See more neck ties and bow ties at VIVID Clothing Toronto .

Adventurer Shoelace Tags

Looking for a gift for the person who doesn’t wear much jewelry but loves hiking? These shoelace tags are made of pewter and the personalized wording and designs are hand stamped. You can customize them with any wording or icons. For example, of the ones pictured, the tags one says “Live Your Adventure” and the other depicts an evening mountain scene. They simply slide onto one’s shoelaces.

See more handstamped shoelace tags at Crystal and Kristin’s Nebraska-based store Hammer and Black .

Gold Airplane Hair Pins

This set of two hair pins features gold colored brass airplanes on gold bobby pins.The airplane portion measures about 1.5 inches in length and is mounted on a 2.16 inch (55mm) length bobby pin.

See more hair pin designs at Luxe Buffalo .

So that is our guide to jewelry for travelers, and hopefully we have helped you find the perfect piece of travel jewelry for yourself or for that special traveler in your life!

If you are looking for more gift ideas for travelers, check out our travel gift guide for over 75 gift ideas that are perfect for travelers. Ideas for every budget and type of traveler.

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If you have any questions about any of these travel jewelry items, just ask us and we’re happy to share our thoughts or provide any advice.

**Disclosure: As noted earlier in this post, we received several complimentary items in order to review them for this post and some we received and then returned to the artists. Others were purchased by us or given to us. This article contains only our own honest thoughts and opinions. Check out our Ethical Code for more information about how we work. **

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Zadok Post author

June 29, 2022 at 11:43 pm

This is such a great list!! I Love the stuff you’ve picked!! Especially the Sterling Silver necklace!! Thanks for sharing!!

Jessica & Laurence Norah Post author

June 30, 2022 at 3:08 am

Glad you enjoyed our travel-inspired jewelry list, and thanks for taking the time to comment.

Best, Jessica

Priya Sharma Post author

August 3, 2020 at 4:26 am

My brother is a travel junkie and I am sure he will surely love many of these jewelry pieces. Will surely try adding them to his collection, and also share it with my friends and family as well.

August 3, 2020 at 11:42 am

Hi Priya, Glad you enjoyed our post and I am hope you find some lovely travel inspired jewelry to gift to your brother! Best, Jessica

Amanda Blake Post author

November 25, 2019 at 3:54 am

Great guide to so much travel themed jewelry, who knew there were so many options! I am wondering if you have any suggestions for anklets for a trendy young woman who loves to travel?

November 25, 2019 at 4:20 am

I would suggest something fairly simply like a nice chain with a compass, compass rose, globe, or airplane charm. For an anklet, especially if gifting, I’d recommend something made of either a fairly strong metal that doesn’t tarnish easily or a strong cord material as anklets can get a lot of wear and tear and are often more exposed to dirt/moisture than other types of jewelry. You can explore some options on Etsy here .

Hope that helps! Jessica

Luke Smith Post author

September 11, 2019 at 12:18 pm

I like how comprehensive this guide is because it enumerated the perfect jewelry for each type of travel. Since my best friend is a big fan of jewelry and traveler herself, she wanted to buy additional pieces for her growing collection. I think I need to share this list with her so that she can check what type of jewelry will she be buying to help her save time and resources.

September 13, 2019 at 1:18 am

Glad you are enjoying our travel jewelry guide! Yes, we’d love if you’d share with your best friend and it sounds like she buys a lot of jewelry!

Victoria Post author

June 10, 2019 at 7:44 am

LOVE this list of travel jewellery!! I just bought the world map globe locket necklace from your list as a gift and my mum and she loved it. Can’t wait to get some pieces for myself!

June 10, 2019 at 8:16 am

Hi Victoria, Glad you found our travel jewelry list helpful and so glad your mother loved the globe locket, it is a beautiful piece and a great way to store a special photo or image! Best, Jessica

Mariya Anikanova Post author

August 31, 2018 at 2:21 am

Many many thanks for sharing this great list of travel jewelry – gave me some good ideas!

August 31, 2018 at 3:15 am

You’re welcome Mariya, glad you enjoyed it!

Laurie Emerson Post author

October 26, 2016 at 8:05 pm

#1 I love the Alice in Wonderland Quote “If you don’t know where you are going, any road will take you there Pendant. #2. Africa Necklace – I heart Africa necklace #3, Wanderlust Ring #4, Saint Christopher Pendant. #5. Travel Storage Wristlet

Kristina N. Post author

October 26, 2016 at 7:38 pm

The Travel Storage Wristlet is my favorite, Smart idea!

Vikki Billings Post author

October 26, 2016 at 6:15 pm

I love the Texas outline love necklace, its where the love of my life is living!

Jillian Too Post author

October 26, 2016 at 5:38 pm

I love the Luggage Necklaces and the Aluminum Map Bracelets. Thanks so much for taking the time to put this amazing list together. I’m going to keep coming back to this for gift ideas.

Lisa Vanhook Post author

October 25, 2016 at 7:27 pm

I love the Jewelry Travel Pouch but I would have to fill it with an assortment of your beautiful items. The bluebird necklace and world watch caught my eye the most…:)

KateS Post author

October 25, 2016 at 4:52 pm

The compass necklaces are my absolute favorites! They are adorable, make a great accessory plus they can be very useful when traveling!

Melissa Post author

October 24, 2016 at 5:43 am

i love the awesome Travel & Globe Pendant Necklaces! 🙂

Bilqees Bano Post author

October 23, 2016 at 9:29 pm

I really love World Traveler watch

Kristy Graboski Post author

October 23, 2016 at 8:43 am

I love the Anchor earrings! They would be perfect for our next cruise!

nicole bwoers Post author

October 22, 2016 at 10:39 pm

WOW! What great jewelry! This single working mama of 3 is always on the go and I really love the Map Wristwatch to help me Stay on Point!

Senna Kory Post author

October 22, 2016 at 8:36 pm

I love the world map rings and the sparrow necklace- so adorable!

Karen Propes Post author

October 22, 2016 at 5:43 pm

I love all the jewelry, so unique and beautiful. I put the Travel Storage Wristlet as my favorite because I think it’s so useful. I have MS and it’s hard to use my cane and carry a purse. This would be great, funny how many clothes I don’t have pockets on. Thanks for sharing all these fabulous pieces.

Nancy Post author

October 22, 2016 at 12:24 pm

I love the Wanderlust Ring, the World Map ring and the Wooden Vintage Travel Brooches.

LeAnn Harbert Post author

October 21, 2016 at 8:35 pm

I like the hot air balloon necklace the most.

Margaret S Porter Post author

October 21, 2016 at 5:33 pm

Love the camera earrings and the map watches

Grant D Post author

October 21, 2016 at 5:26 pm

I really like the travel watches, and the state shaped earings are really cool too.

Ahila Post author

October 19, 2016 at 6:10 am

Lovely list of travel themed jewellery!

Susan Chester Post author

October 18, 2016 at 5:53 pm

I am crazy about the Hot Air Balloon Locket!

Jamie Williams Post author

October 18, 2016 at 11:34 am

Another one of my favorite items is the wanderlust bracelet. So beautiful and unique.

Kelsey Post author

October 17, 2016 at 3:21 pm

I love the travel jewelry roll. It is so pretty and looks so helpful

kim s Post author

October 17, 2016 at 3:49 am

Since I’m from Texas I gotta say the Texas Outline Love Necklace is my favorite!! Thank you!

Laura Post author

October 16, 2016 at 10:51 pm

My favorite is the Handstamped Patina Blue Sparrow Necklace. I absolutely love it!

Pam H. Post author

October 16, 2016 at 4:11 pm

I like the Silk Jewelry Travel Roll, the Blue Sparrow Necklace, and the Custom Travel Photo Bracelet.

Brenda Witherspoon-Bedard Post author

October 16, 2016 at 3:40 pm

I love all the personalized bracelets!

Edye Post author

October 16, 2016 at 2:17 pm

I love the wanderlust wrap bracelet. So nice 🙂

Terry Poage Post author

October 16, 2016 at 1:03 pm

I love the Compass watch the most if I had a choice.

Kelly McGrew Post author

October 16, 2016 at 11:29 am

my favorite are the working compass necklaces! such a good idea as a decorative piece but also a survival tool!!

Bailey Dexter Post author

October 16, 2016 at 10:02 am

I have never seen the Travel Storage Wristlet Bracelets, LOVE IT! Perfect for stopping in little villages or just when you don’t want to carry a purse!

wendy browne Post author

October 16, 2016 at 7:32 am

This is such a comprehensive travel jewelry list, great for gift ideas. I like the Texas pendant best but I’m biased.

jenny stratton Post author

October 15, 2016 at 8:01 pm

I like the wooden I love UK necklace but want it for Ecuador. Ecuador is my favorite place to travel.

travelcats Post author

October 16, 2016 at 6:21 am

Hi Jenny, They can definitely customize that necklace for you to have a silhouette of Ecuador on it – just contact Bridget at Clouds and Currents and tell them before placing an order! You can also change the heart to another shape or add any extra wooden charm if you wish. It is great that most of these pieces are quite customizable! Best, Jessica

Holly Post author

October 15, 2016 at 4:03 pm

I like the Dublin Cufflinks.

Theresa C. Post author

October 15, 2016 at 3:58 pm

Love everything! But most of all the “Let’s Be Adventurers!” locket 🙂

October 15, 2016 at 1:56 pm

I loved the cheshire cat necklace. I’m a huge alice in Wonderland fan so that’s perfect.

Fiona N Post author

October 15, 2016 at 1:47 pm

I also love the World Traveler watch Thank You for this awesome review and giveaway

Stephanie LaPlante Post author

October 15, 2016 at 1:30 pm

I would love the Happiness is a Direction Compass Necklace

Anne Post author

October 15, 2016 at 10:22 am

What a lovely idea! Wearing your passion is a great way to make you feel good about yourself and your appearance.

Shane Post author

October 15, 2016 at 9:40 am

The watches are my favorite!

Jennifer H. Post author

October 15, 2016 at 7:30 am

I love the state necklace, coordinates necklace, St. Christopher medal. map wristwatch and the travel jewelry roll.

angie w Post author

October 15, 2016 at 7:24 am

There are lots of fun and interesting pieces featured here! I really like the pendants and the blue sparrow necklace 🙂

Julie Waldron Post author

October 15, 2016 at 7:08 am

My favorite is the Wanderlust wrap bracelet. So cute!

Corinne @ ReflectionsEnroute Post author

October 15, 2016 at 6:33 am

I really like that world map watch. I don’t really travel with jewelry but some of these pieces are gorgeous!

Kathy Clark Post author

October 15, 2016 at 5:10 am

I just love these pieces! I love long chains and oversized lockets and the world watches are ????????????

Anna Post author

October 15, 2016 at 12:46 am

Such a cool selection of jewelry items: all so unique and full of meaning! Travel Pendant Necklaces look absolutely awesome, dreamy, romantic and vintage! Thanks for sharing, got some new ideas!

Marlene V Post author

October 14, 2016 at 11:04 pm

I really like the Blue heart World Map Pendant

Tami Post author

October 14, 2016 at 6:59 pm

Two favorite? Wow that’s tough! How about the California State earrings, and the World Map Ring. Oh! But I also love the Custom coordinates globe necklace!

Wehaf Post author

October 14, 2016 at 6:24 pm

I love the hot air balloon locket – one of my good friends proposed to his wife on a hot-air balloon and ever since they’ve seemed pretty romantic to me. 🙂

October 15, 2016 at 5:51 am

Hi Wehaf, I definitely agree as my husband and I have taken 3 hot air balloon rides together 🙂 I’ve always loved the look and idea of hot air balloons and love them on this locket – the locket is one of my favorite items as you can add so much customization and make it truly unique and special. There are also some really nice hot air balloon earrings on Etsy as well! Jessica

Pamela Post author

October 14, 2016 at 6:14 pm

I love the Coordinates Necklace. It would make a unique gift and a conversation piece to wear!

Ruth Post author

October 14, 2016 at 5:37 pm

You killed me with this article! Looks like somebody is going to spend some money on jewelry (me! me!). I checked some of the products and I like that they are affordable. I can’t wait to get some of these!

October 15, 2016 at 5:49 am

Hi Ruth! Sorry to “force” you to spend some money but I think you’ll love some of these pieces. And yes, the jewelry we selected are a very good value for the price (in our opinion!) and many of these sell for under $20. Even our wedding rings were an excellent value and under $400 each. Let me know what you order, and feel free to message me if you have any questions about a specific piece! Best, Jessica

Dawn gordon Post author

October 14, 2016 at 5:25 pm

I love the mountain rings !!! The passport earrings !

Ashley Post author

October 14, 2016 at 5:03 pm

The World Map Watch is so awesome and interesting!! I would love matching ones for my husband & I!! We plan to travel the world one day together 🙂

Renee Rousseau Post author

October 14, 2016 at 4:13 pm

For myself, I love all the compass items available. For gifts, I really like the camera brooch and earrings for the camera lovers on my gift list.

Anisa Post author

October 14, 2016 at 3:10 pm

I love all these items, but my favorite is definitely the Texas Love necklace – so cute! Thanks so much for sharing.

October 14, 2016 at 3:49 pm

Hi Anisa, Haha, not surprising you traveling Texans like the Texas state necklace the best! ~ Jessica

Richard Brandt Post author

October 14, 2016 at 2:31 pm

I really like that compass watch.

October 14, 2016 at 3:02 pm

Hi Richard, Yes, Laurence really loves the compass watch and has been wearing it everyday! The only downside is that it is difficult to tell the exact time as it just had the compass directions for 12, 3, 6, and 9, but the in between hours/minutes can be a bit trickier. But Laurence still loves wearing it. If you want a watch for both a cool accessory and to tell exact time, I would choose one of Carmen’s designs with numbers. You can also message Carmen as she may be able to do a compass design with numbers or have other suggestions; she is always adding new designs. ~ Jessica

Upeksha Post author

October 14, 2016 at 1:04 pm

That’s a great collection. I think I like the World pendants the best. Thank you for sharing!

Anda Post author

October 14, 2016 at 12:43 pm

Oh, Jessica, I can tell you are really into traveling and you love showing it off. You have some beautiful stuff here, it looks very tempting. I particularly like the map bracelets, but I haven’t decided yet. Thanks for sharing this.

diana Post author

October 14, 2016 at 6:07 am

Wanderlust wrap bracelet

Daryl Post author

October 14, 2016 at 5:55 am

I love the Texas outline love necklace because that is where my girlfriend lives.

Samantha Scarlett Post author

October 14, 2016 at 5:45 am

I’m crazy for Mountain rings!

Natalie Post author

October 14, 2016 at 5:03 am

I LOVE both of the watches! I like the world traveler and the world map watch.

Christina G. Post author

October 14, 2016 at 3:00 am

I really love the passport earrings. They are so cute. Thanks for the giveaway!

October 14, 2016 at 11:36 am

You’re very welcome Christina! Those passport earrings are really cute 🙂

Rajeeva Post author

October 14, 2016 at 2:48 am

i love all the watches.

Marcella Gaskill Post author

October 13, 2016 at 10:57 pm

The travel pieces are lovely! So glad I found these and will definately consider when purchasing gifts! Thanks

Jenny Scheldberg Post author

October 13, 2016 at 8:08 pm

I love the Blue Sparrow Necklace. Also the Anchor Earrings! The Blue Heart necklace too.

MARTHAIA Post author

October 13, 2016 at 8:03 pm

World map rings are my pick.,

Lucille Jeanne Lanuza Post author

October 13, 2016 at 7:10 pm

I really like the coordinates necklace! It’s pretty!

shannon fowler Post author

October 13, 2016 at 1:59 pm

I really love the texas necklace because that is where I am from originally. All the pieces shown are amazing, and given my love of traveling I want many of them. They also would make great gifts for some of my family members.

Rosanne Post author

October 13, 2016 at 1:45 pm

I love the Travel Jewelry roll

Marty Post author

I love the stuff you picked so much! This jewelry is a lot of fun, I am actually wearing a silver cuff with a map of the New York City subway system right now and I think I get more questions and compliments about it from strangers on the streetcar or at the grocery store than with anything else I ever wear. Travel jewelry is a great conversation starter.

October 14, 2016 at 11:35 am

Hi Marty – Yes, it is! Laurence has been wearing a few pieces as have I during our recent 6 weeks of travels and people often comment. A NYC subway map bracelet is a great idea as well – I think Doreen at Decemeber Moon Designs makes those on Etsy! Jessica

Katt Lewis Post author

October 13, 2016 at 5:11 am

I think the heart shaped world is the best and would be great if it were a set with earrings, necklace and bracelet or charm for bracelet.

October 13, 2016 at 7:32 am

Hi Katt, Yes, that is a nice pendant. Perfect for daily wear or even a wedding! Since the blue heart shaped world is a pendant you could buy multiple pendants and easily convert them into earrings, necklace, and a bracelet. You can also contact Kristen to see if she could do a custom order for you if you’d like the pieces made for you. Best, Jessica

Kyra Post author

October 13, 2016 at 2:52 am

Such a nice article! Carefully selected, I love travel jewelry and you did a wonderful job picking these pieces! Thank you 🙂

Amy Post author

October 12, 2016 at 7:30 am

I want all of these things!

Meredith Post author

October 10, 2016 at 4:51 pm

Wow – love the round up of all the great travel-related items! I’m always amazed at all of the different things people can come up with. Thanks for sharing some great ideas!

October 11, 2016 at 6:43 pm

Hi Meredith, Glad you loved so many of the travel jewelry items! Hope they got your thinking about some great holiday wish-list or gift ideas 😉 ~ Jessica

November 16, 2016 at 11:18 am

This list was great for holiday gift ideas! Always good to get ahead on that as well 🙂

Also received my package this week = very exciting package! Love the gypsy wrap-bracelet particularly 🙂 Now off to Etsy to leave feedback there for great products.

November 16, 2016 at 11:45 am

Hi Meredith, It was my pleasure and I am so happy you won these great items and are loving them! We love promoting the artists on Etsy and I am sure they will greatly appreciate any support/feedback/sales you send their way! Definitely some great holiday gift ideas here for travelers, a few of these pieces are definitely going to be gifts for our own loved ones. Jessica

Seana Turner Post author

October 10, 2016 at 4:14 am

I got the cuff links for my husband a couple of years ago because I thought they were so neat. I like the state outline idea, but I have to say that CT doesn’t have a very interesting state. Sort of makes me want to be from Texas:) The wristlet is something totally new to me – that is a great idea!

October 11, 2016 at 6:42 pm

Hi Seana, Yes, Laurence loves his map cufflinks as well as the UK ones! Yes, some states definitely have better outlines (thinking Texas, Ohio, Florida…) haha. The wristlet is definitely a great idea for those who want to go handsfree and don’t need many items! ~ Jessica

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Looking for the perfect gift for travel lovers? These are my favorite wanderlust jewelry picks for travel addicts. I myself make jewelry and I have a deep obsession with travel. When it comes to picking the best high-quality jewelry pieces, I know best! Feminine and simple pieces are what I always go for which are easy and durable enough for travel. Whether it be a travel necklace to show your love for your favorite destination or the cutest travel jewelry case, the perfect gift for travel wanderers is all within this post! I hope you enjoy these handpicked travel themed jewelry pieces. If you are looking for jewellery for travellers this post is for you!

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Necklaces for travel lovers, 1. custom word destination necklace.

My favorite jewelry pick has to be this London necklace which you can request that the word be formed into any destination of your choosing. So if you want it to say Paris or Tokyo, you got it. I am a bit biased on this one because it is one of my own creations! If you’re looking for the best handmade jewelry then this is for you. My passion for jewelry and travel is really representative here. I moved to London from the US 4 years ago and had to make something that showed my love for London. You can order this necklace in 14K gold-filled or sterling silver. The quality is really good and won’t tarnish or turn your skin green as I only work with high-quality materials. In addition to the London necklace, you can shop for other dainty jewelry which you can find all on joujoumylove.com.

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2. World Map Necklace

This cute dainty necklace is another perfect gift for wanderlust travelers. You can select between a gold or silver finish. If you’re into minimalist jewelry this is the perfect find!

Click here to shop for the world map necklace on Etsy!

3. Wanderlust Stamped Handmade Necklace

This necklace is hand stamped and you can purchase it with the words wanderlust, adventure, or explore making it the perfect travel-inspired jewelry you could ever own! It comes in sterling silver and measures 18 inches in length.

Click here to shop the wanderlust hand stamped necklace on Etsy

4. Custom Coordinates Travel Necklace

This necklace is hand stamped with map coordinates of your choosing. It’s super cute and has a pearl adorning the necklace along with the gold charms with the custom coordinates.

Shop the custom compass coordinates necklace on Etsy here!

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5. paper plane stud earrings in 9k solid gold.

These studs earrings are so adorable. I love the cute dainty airplane and if you have sensitive ears these will be the best quality earrings you can get. The hypoallergenic earrings are made with solid gold so the quality can’t get better than that.

Shop for the solid gold airplane studs on Etsy here!

6. Personalized Travel Bracelet with your own travel quote

This is your chance to get creative! This 14k gold bar bracelet is hand stamped with the words of your choosing. So you can stamp your favorite quote or travel-inspired word. Some ideas could be “Live to Travel,” “Adventure,” “Travel Far,” and so on. You have room for 14 letters to be stamped.

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7. sterling silver dainty compass bracelet.

This super dainty bracelet in sterling silver has a compass charm making it a perfect gift for a travel obsessed friend or family member.

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8. sterling silver wanderlust quote ring.

This ring is handstamped and made with sterling silver. There is a travel quote inscribed on the ring!

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9. compact velvet travel jewelry case.

If you’re like me, you will want to have a small compact jewelry case for when you travel so you don’t lose any precious jewelry. I found this one and got it in blue velvet – I absolutely love it. The velvet macaroon jewelry case is outlined with a gold zipper which is a really nice touch. There are plenty of compartments for rings, a pouch to store your necklaces, and then you can place any bracelets inside as well all for safekeeping. It comes in a variety of sizes and colors including white, light blue, pink, emerald, and more. It is also super affordable at only $12.

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1. passports, 2. the world map, 3. globe jewelry, 4. compass jewelry, 5. forms of transport, 6. travel quote jewelry, travel jewelry vs. travel themed jewelry, wrapping up.

For most people, travel is one of their greatest passions, representing not just a hobby but an obsession. Travel frees the soul and expands your horizons. And what better way to show this love than by travel themed jewelry!

There are many types of travel themed jewelry out there, from charms to earrings, pendants and necklaces. In this article, let’s take a look at some of the main travel jewelry symbols and styles. You’re going to fall in love with all of them!

The one thing that all travelers have in common – a passport. Not only is a passport your key to the world but it identifies you and reminds you of your roots. No other item is as important as a passport, as anyone who’s had their bag stolen or lost while travelling abroad can attest to.

Passport replicas are best as little charms to be attached to a charm bracelet, or worn as dangle or stud earrings, or a pendant. It’s a quirky little design for jewelry and is bound to garner you some comments. Wearing a ‘passport’ is for the diehard traveler who’s obsessed with going places.

Another highly popular choice, the world map or globe is an obvious option. Unlike jewelry featuring the map of a certain country or state, which leans towards patriotism, a world map features your love for travel, exploration, and seeing new things.

Typically, world map jewelry is perfect on pendants, as they remain in place and are easy to see. However, there are some very creative design ideas like the ring above, which feature the world map in a unique way. While not immediately obvious, once it catches your eye, you can’t really look away.

Technically a world map, globes offer different design options due to their 3D spherical shape. Most jewelry featuring globes are pendants, as that’s the most functional. However, they’re also perfect for dangle earrings because of their proportional shape.

With globes, a little goes a long way, so it’s best to opt for a smaller sphere as these are stylish and classy, rather than a large one that sits awkwardly against your chest or dangles that look like they came straight out of a geography class. Unless that’s the look you’re going for, in which case, rock on we say!

Compass jewelry is one of our favorite type of travel-themed jewelry. A compass speaks about more than just a love for travel, it also symbolizes adventure , finding your way, independence and confidence.

Compasses always point north, regardless of the conditions. This is can be interpreted as representing positivity and hope. All these are excellent characteristics of an avid traveler.

Forms of transport make up a significant aspect of traveling – from motorbikes in Vietnam, to tuktuks in India and gondolas in Venice. As Jack Sparrow says in Pirates of the Caribbean , ‘What a (ship) really represents is freedom ’. And this can be applied to any form of transport.

Transport charms are the best way to add this concept to your jewelry and are perfect in charm bracelets. However, you’ll also sometimes come across cute designs like the ring featured above with an airplane incorporated into the design.

Travel jewelry with a favorite quote on it is a nice touch to bring your love of travel into your fashion choices. Here are some ideas for meaningful travel quotes and words to inspire your wanderlust:

• Not all who wander are lost
• To travel is to live
• Veni, vidi, amavi – I came, I saw, I loved
• The adventure begins
• Enjoy the journey
• Wherever you go, go with all your heart – Confucius
• Wherever you stand, be the soul of that place – Rumi
• I go to seek a great perhaps
• I do believe it’s time for another adventure
• Follow your heart
• The world is yours… explore it!

You can also come up with your own quote and ask to have it engraved onto your chosen jewelry. Many jewelry designers offer custom services and these are often affordable.

In this post, we’ve talked about travel themed jewelry but there’s such a thing as travel jewelry too. Travel jewelry refers to jewelry that’s specifically created for those who travel a lot. If you’re feeling confused right now, don’t worry. This is a new concept and a very tiny niche that’s only really becoming a thing.

For those who travel a lot and don’t want to take their valuables with them, travel jewelry designers create specific jewelry for people who want to dress beautifully while traveling, without the fear of losing their best jewelry pieces. These are more affordable pieces that you won’t mind losing.

So there you have it, our top tips on travel themed jewelry.  There are so many options out there, but we only picked the categories, so that you can pick the jewelry.

If you’re looking to browse, we recommend searching on Etsy or Amazon for some amazing, unique and handmade travel themed jewelry. These come in a range of prices and styles to suit everyone, so we’re sure you’ll find something you love on these platforms.

Dani Rhys has worked as a writer and editor for over 15 years in the jewelry niche. She holds a Masters degree in Linguistics and Education. She has always been interested in expression through fashion and accessories, and her extensive experience in the field has made her a respected voice in jewelry trends and education. As the chief editor of Jewelry Shopping Guide, she not only leads the content strategy but also shares her insights through engaging articles. Her passion for storytelling is reflected in every piece she curates, exploring the intricate relationship between jewelry and personal identity.

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Travel Inspired Jewelry – the perfect jewelry for travel lovers

By: Author Wandermust Mummy

It can be hard to buy the traveler in your life the perfect gift but we have the perfect jewelry for travel lovers! Jewelry is a great present for a traveller as it is small for the times when you need to travel light and can show off your passion of travel even when they aren’t globetrotting. So if you want the perfect gift then look no further than this collection of travel inspired jewelry will make the perfect Valentine, Christmas, birthday or just because present!

Note : The products listed below are all Etsy Jewellery and can be purchased online via Etsy. 

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Travel inspired necklaces, country outline necklace – travel necklace countries outline .

I love that you can carry around the country you adore on a chain! This beautiful and modern travel necklace countries outline are a perfect Valentine or traveling present! It’s up to you whether you put your dream destination on your chain or perhaps you want to keep the outline of home with you!

What country outline necklace would you order? 

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Compass Jewelry

Or if country outline necklaces aren’t your things then why not consider getting some compass jewelry ? 

Travel Themed Jewelry – Rings 

Whole world map wedding ring  – world map jewelry.

Whole World map wedding ring – Image Credit – Jewelry RB

The perfect ring for the traveler in your life! Unusual with with map cut out and with a lovely interior inscription! This ring is perfect for those that like a chunkier piece of jewelry!

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Thames River Ring 

Image by Hannah Louise Lamb

I love that this is a more abstract ring and is especially nice for those who don’t want the theming of their jewelry to be too overt! I love that it comes in a variety of styles!  It is handmade based on the iconic meandering course of the River Thames in London. The ring is in two pieces representing the two sides of the river, and the cut line represents the Thames. The ring can be customized to chose whatever length of the river you would like to represent and if the Thames isn’t for you other rivers can be picked!

Travel Themed Wedding Rings –  Whole World Map Wedding ring 

Whole World Map Wedding ring  – world map jewelry -world map wedding bands – Image Credit -Jewelry Escorial

I am in love with these world map themed wedding rings (though they could also be perfect as eternity rings for him and her)! Available with the whole map on each but my favorite is the one above where the map is split over both rings! The world map couple ring is perfect for the engaged traveling couple!  Custom made to order!

Of all the world map jewelry out there these world map weddings rings might be my favourite! It is just a shame these world map wedding bands  weren’t out there when I got married. 

Etsy Travel Jewellery – Earrings the perfect jewelry for travelers

Some of my favourite Etsy Travel Jewellery is earrings. I love travel earrings as they are easy to travel with and small and they can suit any budget. In this section of the guide I round up some  of my favourite pieces I’ve spotted on Etsy! 

Map Earrings 

Earrings I think are a great way to have a subtle piece of theme jewelry! I love this delicate map earring whose destinations can be customized and use beautiful vintage maps!

Travel Inspired Jewelry – travel themed bracelet

Travel charm bracelet .

travel charm bracelet – travel themed bracelet – Image Credit Etsy Shop Owner 

A charm bracelet is the perfect way to have a travel themed piece of jewelry that can grow with you as you travel more! This travel charm bracelet comes with these starter charm bracelets come complete with travel theme charms including  “find joy in the journey” charm, world charm, camera charm, “bon voyage” charm, suitcase charm, binoculars charm, and compass charm. Alternatively, if there is a country you particularly love you could pick a country specific one!

Whole World on A Bracelet 

Image Credit Wished for Jewelry

This sterling silver world map bracelet is perfect for the dainty jewelry lover in your life!  It is a great gift for those embarking on a big trip!

The beautifully detailed world map connector is centred on a dainty belcher chain. Various sizes are available and also an option to add an extender chain if you are not sure of wrist size.

Mountain Bracelet

Image Credit Etsy Shop Owner Yeria 

Perfect for the Mountain lover in your life – this is a simple and understated but elegant bracelet that is the perfect gift for the outdoor lover in your life!

Travel inspired jewellery for men

Jewellery isn’t just for the female traveller in your life. In this section of our guide we look at the best travel inspired jewellery for men!

Travel Themed Cufflinks

Image Credit – Esty Shop Tree Town Paper

Keep travel with you even when you are at work with these beautiful travel wood cufflinks! I love the fact that you can personalize them with any countries or states you wish!

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These wood cufflinks are really unique! They can be engraved with ANY country you want on them

St Christophers Necklace – the perfect jewellery for travellers

Image Credit – Off the Map Jewellery Etsy Store

This is one of the few pieces of jewelry that my husband owns and wears ! St Christopher is the patron saint of travel and in my opinion a St Christophers necklace is the perfect piece of  jewellery for travellers. Traditionally these necklaces are bought for loved ones before a long journey to keep them safe on their travels! Either for men or women, I find they are one of the few pieces of travel jewelry that works for men and in my opinion is absolutely the perfect jewelry for travel lovers both male or female. 

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Saturday 2nd of February 2019

Holy wow, so much to love and choose from! They are all wonderful but my fav is the adventure awaits ring! Going to make sure hubby sees this :D

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WANDERLUST FASHION: HOW TO STYLE TRAVEL-THEMED JEWELLERY FOR YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE

• by Christina Miller
• July 17, 2023

For those of us who have been bitten by the wanderlust bug, travelling is a huge part of our lives. At  Off the Map , we make travel-themed jewellery for travel enthusiasts, adventures and wanderers.

We custom-make and personalise almost all of our travel jewellery and each piece is infused with energy for safe travels, luck and a safe passage home. Whether you are a man or a woman, a backpacker or a business frequent flyer, you can benefit from adorning yourself in travel-themed jewellery on your next trip.

St. Christopher pendants, compass necklaces, coordinate rings and runes are just a few of the different ways you can choose to wear  travel-themed jewellery from our store . Each piece makes the perfect companion for your adventurous spirit and allows you to carry the essence of travel and exploration everywhere you go (even after you return home!).

In this post, we are exploring different ways you can style Off the Map’s travel-themed jewellery. Add a touch of wanderlust to your look!

1. Choose your travel-style theme

Wanderlust jewellery usually centres around a theme such as St. Christophers, globes, compasses, passports, famous landmarks and so on. When it comes to deciding on your personal travel jewellery style, decide on a theme or aesthetic that resonates the most with you and start with one thing.

At Off the Map, we have several themes that can suit different personal styles and tastes. Our most popular themes are  St. Christopher Pendants  and  Compass Pendants  which come in a variety of styles and metals.

We also have  travel-themed runes ,  coordinate signet rings ,  travel symbol   charm bracelets and leather bracelets. 

Choose your theme based on your personal style and what resonates with your travel experiences and background.

2. Layer & stack up

One of the best ways to style travel-themed jewellery is to layer and stack pieces to create an eye-catching wanderlust style.

This is also a great way to include many different meaningful pieces in one look! We love  layering necklaces  with chains of different lengths and materials. Some silver and some leather.

Bracelets  also work really well when they are stacked. Our leather bracelets come in a range of colours and styles with different choices of charms to attach.

Stacking rings is also another way to make a statement with your travel-jewellery style. Our delicate silver bands make the perfect rings for stacking for men and women! We have  personalised coordinates ,  Roman numerals  and  rune bands . Imagine all of the significance you could place on one finger!

3. Get personalised coordinates engraved on your jewellery

Personalised coordinates on jewellery  are a special way to add a unique and very sentimental touch to your wanderlust accessories. Whether you want to remember the coordinates or your home, your favourite place in the world or a special location where you met someone you love. 

Co-ordinate jewellery  is a beautiful nod to a place that is special to you. 

At Off the Map, we have so many styles of pendants, keyrings and rings which you can have your choice of longitude and latitude engraved on.

4. Mix and match metals & materials

There is no rule that you must only wear silver or gold! A really interesting way to style travel-themed jewellery is to mix up the metals and the materials your jewellery is made of. Perhaps opt for a gold-plated compass pendant layered with a silver globe pendant with a leather chain. 

The options are endless when it comes to mixing and matching metals and other materials and will make your accessories pop.

At Off the Map, w e have a range of metals . Our most popular is solid sterling silver but we also have  black steel , solid yellow gold, and solid rose gold along with  plated yellow and rose gold pieces . We also have leather and vegan leather bracelets and chains. Some of our jewellery is also made out of  recycled silver  for a more conscious choice.

5. Pick up jewellery as souvenirs when you travel

Choosing travel accessories to take with you on your trip when you are at home is just part of the story. No matter what destination you choose, once you are there you will be able to pick up jewellery and accessories that are special to the region. 

Whether it is an anklet made out of shells in Bali, an Ankh pendant from Egypt or a crystal mala bead necklace from India or beaded earrings from Mexico, every place will have something special that you integrate into your style.

If you don’t have much of a budget to splurge on travel-themed jewellery souvenirs you could decide to collect woven bracelets everywhere you go and add each on to your wrist when you are travelling as a reminder of where you’ve been. These bracelets can be found everywhere in the world and they are very affordable. If this look doesn’t fit in with your style, you can just keep them somewhere safe as a reminder of your adventures.

Make sure you take the time to pick up some special jewellery souveniers. Not only are they small and easy to fit in your luggage, but many places around the world also have high-quality jewellery for great prices. These are precious pieces that mean something to you, which you will keep for a lifetime as a reminder of your travels.

Weave your wanderlust into your everyday life with travel-inspired jewellery as a reminder of where you’ve been, where you’ve come from and where you want to go. 

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My item was ready super quick. I opted for have it engraved and this came out really well. The recipient was very please. The item was very well present from choosing the gift wrapped option. I would definitely shop here again

I bought this as gift for a close friend going through a mental health journey - after all not all travelling has to be physical. They absolutely loved it and it was the perfect size for them.

The necklace was received beautifully packaged.

Thank you so much, it was absolutely perfectly made and amazing service from start to finish. My partner was very happy with the gift xxx

My niece is running in the marathon today so she is well on her way now! She will be wearing the necklace today along with all our best wishes and support from her family and friends. She face timed me from Scotland showing me the necklace and she was delighted with it! Its excellent quality and unique, its the perfect gift that I was looking for. Thank you Stevie! I´ll try to get a photo!

I wanted something different and meaningful for my twins 18th and bought the engraved dog tags with enamel compass..they are absolutely beautiful..even better than expected..the inscription is just perfect..you had a very important job delivering such an important milestone gift...and you have exceeded it..thankyou so so much.orla x

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The 9 Best Travel Jewelry Cases of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

Keep your jewelry safe with one of these protective and stylish travel cases.

In This Article

Our Top Picks

• Others We Liked

Our Testing Process

• Tips for Buying
• Why Trust T+L

Traveling with jewelry can be risky business, so it’s important to pack your accessories thoughtfully. Sure, you can always use Ziploc baggies and tissue paper, but the easiest and safest way to keep your jewelry safe is by using a handy travel-size jewelry case.

Since travel jewelry cases come in all different shapes and sizes, we tried 25 options from trusted luggage and jewelry brands. After loading the cases up with jewelry, we tossed, dropped, and shook them to see how safe the jewelry would be in situations like traveling where rough handling can be expected. From testing, we selected the winning jewelry cases that will keep your jewelry safe and organized whether you’re a jewelry minimalist or maximalist.

Best Overall: Cuyana Travel Jewelry Case

Best budget: bagsmart jewelry organizer bag.

• Best Roll-Up: Bagsmart Peri Folding Jewelry Organizer

Best Personalization: Mark & Graham Small Travel Jewelry Case

Best large capacity: kendra scott medium travel jewelry case, best for long trips: calpak jewelry case, best compact: vee & co. small travel jewelry case.

• Best for Everyday Use: Levenger Mini Jewelry Organizer

Best Sustainable: Paravel Jewelry Case

The small, oval container is the perfect size for a weekend getaway.

It could use a few more organizational features.

Cuyana’s oval-shaped case is deceptively spacious in comparison to its smaller design. Perfect for minimalist jewelry wearers, the interior has plenty of room and designated spots for several rings and earrings, but there aren’t specific latches for necklaces or bracelets. The two slip pockets on each side of the case can hold bigger or longer pieces of jewelry, but they run the risk of getting tangled without a latch so we wish the organization was a bit better. Made with genuine leather, the case has a protective exterior with a soft suede interior to further guard the jewelry against scratching or other damage. Throughout six months of tests, we loved this case for weekend getaways and longer trips alike and found it to be the perfect size to toss in a backpack or personal item.

The Details: Italian leather | 5 in. x 3.5 x 1.25 inches

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The bag is spacious yet compact and comes with a handle to carry it easily.

The quality feels a bit lower than other cases we tried.

Designed similarly to a toiletry bag, we love that this wallet-friendly jewelry case comes with a top handle to transport it to and from a suitcase with ease. The compact bag is also a great deal considering how much jewelry it can hold while still being easy to pack. The polyester material is protective and flexible so the bag can pack down to a smaller size depending on how much jewelry is inside. The interior has an earring panel, ring bands, necklace clips, and various zippered pockets for storing all of the jewelry you want to pack for a trip. While we didn’t notice any issues with quality during testing, the materials feel less durable than other pricier cases we tried. We tossed the packed jewelry case around a bit during our tests and the items remained perfectly safe without any tangling or damage. Even after traveling with the case on seven flights, trains, and throughout more than four roadtrips during our six months of tests, nothing became tangled and the case is proving to be durable and sturdy.

The Details: Polyester | 6.1 x 9.8 x 1.9 inches

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Best Roll-up: Bagsmart Peri Folding Jewelry Organizer

The compartments roll out, which makes it easier to pack jewelry.

It was slightly difficult to put the earrings on the designated card.

Bagsmart impressed us a second time with their roll-up jewelry organizer, which was the easiest bag to pack with jewelry during testing. After six months of use, we love that it can fit a lot of jewelry and has compartments big enough for even the biggest hoops and other dramatic earrings. The envelope-style case unrolls and lies flat so you can easily see all of the pockets, latches, and hooks for storing every piece of jewelry you could ever need for traveling thanks to the larger capacity. We had some slight difficulty getting earrings into the holes in the earring card, but it was just a minor inconvenience, and there are plenty of other spots to place hoops and studs. Made with cotton fabric, the case may feel a bit flimsy, but is soft and protective, and it’s very compact since it can lie fairly flat even after it’s packed with jewelry.

The Details: Cotton | 9.06 x 6.3 x 5.75 inches

Mark & Graham

It comes in 28 color and pattern options — plus it's monogrammable.

After six months of using the case, we wish it had more space for necklaces, bracelets, and larger earrings.

Looking for the perfect gift for a traveler? You can monogram this Mark & Graham jewelry case with up to three letters for a personalized touch that makes the gift all the more thoughtful. The square-shaped case has a sturdy exterior that feels like it will hold up perfectly in a packed carry-on and the pebbled vegan leather gives the box a sophisticated look while sitting on a desk or dresser. The interior is split into two sections with a mirror divider to separate the box, which makes it slightly difficult to fit larger jewelry pieces like a watch or chunky necklace, but after six months of testing, we did like that the separate sections help you access all your items without spilling everything out. We also love that there are tons of ring pillow slots so if you’re a big ring wearer, this jewelry case is an excellent option. In addition, there are several necklace or earring latches as well as a slip pocket and sections for bracelets or broaches.

The Details: Vegan leather, linen | 4.5 x 4.5 x 2.25 inches

Kendra Scott

The large size of this jewelry box makes it useful for heavy packers or at-home use.

It doesn’t have any necklace hooks.

Jewelry maximalists will appreciate the bigger size of Kendra Scott’s jewelry case. It looks like a traditional jewelry box that sits on a dresser, but it’s also very portable thanks to its lightweight materials and design. The interior has four large compartments to easily drop in bracelets, necklaces, or watches without any hassle and there are over 10 ring pillow slots for rings or earrings. To keep all the packed jewelry safe, the case comes with a divider to prevent items from jostling around on the go. The case also comes with a small matching zippered pouch that you can keep in the box or remove for extra storage. We found this separate pouch to be perfect for use on shorter trips when you may not need to bring the full case. While we wish the box had a few more organizational features like necklace hooks or earring holes, the jewelry remained perfectly intact after we shook it around, so we’re confident that the box keeps items safely tucked away. Plus, after six months of use, the stylish case still looks new and is a great option for home storage, too.

The Details: Polyurethane, polyester | 8 x 5.5 x 2.5 inches

After six months of traveling with this case, not one necklace became tangled thanks to the plentiful hooks.

We wish it had more storage options for studs.

If you’re embarking on an international trip that includes a checked bag, we recommend this jewelry case from Calpak to weather the journey. Since the rectangular jewelry case is bigger, it can easily store enough jewelry for several weeks of traveling. The structured design makes it ultra-durable and our favorite part is that it has a built-in drawstring bag that does an excellent job of keeping bracelets, watches, or earrings safely secured in the bottom section of the jewelry case. The top part has a variety of necklace latches and a ring holder for even more security. When we rigorously shook the container, none of the jewelry budged from its original spots, so we feel confident that this case will protect your valuables in a checked bag with no issues.

The Details: Faux leather, faux suede | 7 x 5 x 2.5 inches

The square-shaped box is small enough to easily fit in a carry-on or backpack.

The jewelry might scratch up the mirror on the divider.

The lower price and superior functionality make this petite jewelry case an excellent option for anyone looking for a place to store their accessories. It’s smaller than a lot of the options we tested, so we think it’s ideal for travelers needing to save space in a backpack or suitcase. Despite its compact stature, this jewelry box can fit tons of jewelry from studs to a leather watch. It’s intuitive to pack the case with rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and more since there are designated latches, slots, and compartments for virtually everything. When we shook the case, all of the jewelry remained packed away in its original spot without any damage occurring. The box has a divider with a mirror on one side and our only worry is that the mirror could get scratched by the metals or vice-versa, so you may want to put a small piece of fabric between the mirror just in case.

The Details: PU vegan leather | 3.94 x 3.94 x 1.97 inches

Best for Everyday Use: Levenger Carrie Mini Jewelry Organizer

The small design makes it easy to store the case in a purse.

It can’t fit large jewelry pieces.

Jewelry minimalists will love this tiny jewelry case for keeping track of just a few pieces of jewelry while on the go. After six months of use, we love that this Levenger mini jewelry case has latches, hooks, and pockets to protect and organize rings, bracelets, and necklaces. It is on the small side with minimum space for studs, but light packers will appreciate the hard, durable exterior that still looks new after six months. The genuine leather exterior and suede interior feels luxurious and looks elegant, so this also makes a great jewelry case for newlyweds going on a honeymoon . We especially love the tiny zippered pocket in the middle of the case for storing extra small jewelry items like studs or stacking rings.

The Details: Leather, microsuede | 4.25  x 4.5 x 1 inches

All of the materials used to make this case are recycled.

The organizational features could be better and, after six months of use, we think it's a bit too large to pack in a carry-on.

Paravel is one of our favorite luggage brands , so we’re pleased to report that its jewelry case impressed us, too. The circular case is made entirely of recycled materials from post-consumer plastic water bottles and upcycled zippers to create an eco-friendly accessory for travel. Besides the sustainability factor, the case comes with a large drawstring pouch that makes it easy to drop in larger pieces of jewelry like bracelets or watches. The top flap of the case has a ring holder and earring post to store smaller pieces of jewelry, but we wish there were a few more organization features like necklace latches or zippered pockets. However, we love the vintage-style design and, like most Paravel bags, you can monogram the case with initials for a special touch.

The Details: Recycled canvas, vegan leather | 5.6 x 3.6 inches

Other Travel Jewelry Cases We Liked

The jewelry cases below get an honorable mention since they still performed well in testing, but fell slightly short compared to our top performers.

Benevolence Plush Velvet Travel Jewelry Box Organizer : This jewelry box can fit a ton of items, but you’ll want to make sure everything is secure before traveling since we noticed most of the jewelry became dislodged during testing.

Mejuri Travel Case : The case looks elegant and sleek on the outside, but the interior doesn’t offer much in the organizational department, so it’s best for minimalist travelers.

After thoroughly researching jewelry cases from trusted brands, we selected 25 options to first test out in our New York City lab. We packed each case with every type of jewelry you can think of, including rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, watches, and more to get a feel for the usefulness of the organization features. Then, we tossed, dropped, and shook the cases (think Kourtney Kardashian level of salad bowl shaking) to see if the jewelry remained safely secured in place or if the pieces moved around. We also examined the cases for any scuffing or damage.

With our lab testing portion complete, we then rated the jewelry cases based on ease of use, capacity, design, and quality to determine the winners. We continued to test the jewelry cases for an additional six months so we could see how each one performed while traveling in a more natural setting after the lab testing, and then added those insights.

Tips for Buying a Jewelry Case

Buy the right size case for your needs.

First, you’ll want to think about how much jewelry you travel with to determine the best size for your needs. For those who travel with bigger pieces of jewelry like watches or chunky necklaces, consider getting a more structured case with large compartments. Delicate or minimalist jewelry will pack better in an envelope or binder style of jewelry case. And if your jewelry collection consists of just a few pieces, opt for a mini jewelry case to save space in your luggage.

Consider organization

Most jewelry cases come with latches, hooks, pockets, and pillows to hold pretty much any piece of jewelry you can think of. Like other types of travel organizers , some jewelry cases are more barebones than others, so you’ll want to buy a case according to your organization preferences or based on the type of jewelry you travel most with. If most of your jewelry consists of earrings, be sure to get a box that has pockets and hole cards with spots for hoops, studs, and dangling earrings.

Frequently Asked Questions

The best way to keep your jewelry safe and organized is to use a jewelry case. The best thing about travel jewelry cases is that they often come with designated slots for all types of accessories to make packing intuitive and quick. If you want to add an extra layer of protection, you can always place tissue or fabric between your jewelry to prevent the pieces from rubbing against one another in transit.

Once your jewelry is packed into the case, we recommend placing the jewelry case between soft clothing for safekeeping or in a personal item in case you have to gate-check your bag when flying. It can be risky to place a jewelry case in a checked bag since you may run the risk of the bag getting lost, but it depends on your comfort level for flying with potentially valuable items.

Why Trust Travel + Leisure

T+L commerce writer Anna Popp writes most of the team’s articles where all of the products were tested in our lab or in a real-world setting. She participated in this lab test and tested the Cuyana jewelry case for six months. Anna sifted through testing notes and used her expertise in traveling with jewelry to recommend the best travel jewelry cases for all types of trips.

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30 ways to travel with jewelry and keep it all organized.

Traveling with jewelry is a nice way to stay stylish while traveling and accessorize your look without bringing dozens of outfits. But how do you keep it all organized without opening your bag to find a big, tangled mess?

We’ve scoured the Internet for the best hacks for traveling with jewelry and some offbeat ways to travel with necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets. Best of all, most of these don’t require you to buy anything, as a number can be found around your house.

Ways to Keep Your Jewelry Organized in Luggage

1. Mint tin: Save those Altoids or Tic Tacs containers after you are done with them! They make for a great container for jewelry, especially when you add a cotton ball to protect them.

2. Hard sided jewelry cases: While they take up more room, cases like Caracaise, which looks like a briefcase with foam cushioning, and smaller versions with compartments for earrings, fully protect your items. Something like this on Amazon would work.

3. Drawstring jewelry cases: Another type of jewelry case is the pouch, which you can buy or make yourself . This allows you to place all of your items on a circular piece of fabric that has strings that pull it into a pouch. It’s better suited for everything but necklaces.

4. O-Rings: Metal ring clips that are used for crafts and school projects can also be used for rings, bracelets and necklaces. Simply open it, slip them on, and pack! See these on Amazon .

5. Drinking straws: Prevent your necklaces from getting tangled. Simply thread one side of the chain through a plastic straw and attach at the other end. It keeps one side rigid and tangle-free.

6. Pill containers: Do you have a days of the week pill organizer? Use it to separate rings and earrings on-the-go. You can use one you have at home or purchase from your local pharmacy for around $5.

7. Travel toiletry containers: Use those extra GoTubbs , snack cups and other travel containers to store small jewelry items. They’re ideal for rings and earrings that won’t be affected by tangling.

8. Cling Wrap: Ideal for necklaces, you can prevent tangling by lying the items out on one piece of the “ Press N Seal ” style and pressing them together, making sure to give space between them. You should be able to find it easily at the grocery store, but standard cling wrap will also work if you roll it.

9. Jewelry rolls: Organize your items through zippered compartments and a large panel that folds over and ties to keep from getting tangled. Buy online or make your own using these instructions . They also take up little room since they lie flat.

10. Ziploc bags : If you have plenty of bags, place one item in each bag with end of the necklace zipped in the top. Rings and earrings can be placed into bags together.

11. Washcloth and rubber bands: I love this idea from Pinterest about how to make your own jewelry roll without buying or sewing anything. Simply place your necklaces apart on a washcloth, roll them lengthwise and fold in half, adding rubber bands to each end to keep them secure.

12. Erasers: Keep the backs to your stud earrings from getting lost in transit by sticking them in a simple eraser leftover from your school days.

13. Craft store bead organizer or fishing tackle container: These are basically the same but are marketed differently. Either way, seek out a clear plastic container with removable compartments. That way, you can change them out for your specific items.

14. Travel soap dish: Store bracelets, earrings, and rings in a travel soap dish that you can pick up at just about any store. It can protect everything and keep it in one place.

15. Contacts case : These work for almost everything, specifically small earrings. Use a container you no longer have a use for.

16. Styrofoam plate: Simply stick your earrings through the plate, which is best for studs and dangling earrings. Then you can throw it in your suitcase, surrounded by other things.

17. Carabiners : You really can use them for everything! These cheap items can be used for bracelets or even necklaces by simply clipping them on.

18. Toilet paper roll: Once you’ve used it all, loop your bracelets around it and then strand your necklaces through the tube itself. Place on top of your suitcase for the best results.

19. Baseball card holders : Remember those plastic divider pages you’d use to protect baseball cards or other collectibles? They also are great for separating your jewelry. Place each item in its own pocket.

20. Glasses case: Once you’ve grown out of a pair of glasses, use your glasses or sunglasses case for bracelets, earrings, and smaller items.

21. Buttons: Keep those earring backs safe by threading them through those extra buttons you’ve been saving from every shirt.

22. Safety pins: Loop your hoops or dainty necklaces through a safety pin like you would with the carabiner.

23. Zippered pouches: You can buy these in satin varieties in Asia or at stores like the Container Store in the US. Small pouches of any variety will do for bracelets and earrings.

24. Socks : A member of our HPLWorld community recommended using socks for rings. You can place items inside since you’ll already be packing them.

25. Empty lip balm container: This one is specific to the Eos brand , but once you’ve used all the lip balm, they make a great earring container. Pop them in your purse for safekeeping!

26. Hanging jewelry cases: Like jewelry rolls, these toiletry and cosmetic cases can also be used for jewelry. It allows you to keep organized while being able to see everything. Check this one out on Amazon.

27. Cupcake liners: Another recommended placing earrings in cupcake liners, either paper or foil, and then wrapping in foil or another item to keep everything in place.

28. Index cards: Push backs of earrings through or loop bracelets and necklaces around them.

29. Business or playing cards: Like with index cards, you can organize necklaces by placing two small cuts in cards to wrap around tightly and keep secure.

30. Wine corks: Similar to erasers, use wine corks for earring backs.

Extra Tips for Traveling with Jewelry

We’ve mentioned it briefly in the intro, but choosing the right jewelry can be an easy way to take your outfit from day to night. Here are some extra tips to consider:

1) Pack a statement necklace. Something bold will take the attention off the clothing underneath, and it will trick you into feeling like you’re wearing a completely new outfit. Plus statement necklaces can dress up the most simple ensembles! (See our professional packing list for more tips.)

2) Pack cheap jewelry. It goes without saying that you should never pack any jewelry that you’d be upset with losing or having stolen.

Do you have any other tips for traveling with jewelry? Share in the comments!

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Reader Interactions

October 27, 2016 at 10:33 am

I use some of the smaller, travel-sized Stackers jewelry storage boxes from The Container Store and they have worked well for me!

March 6, 2017 at 8:32 pm

I save the tiny zip lock plastic bags from the extra buttons.that are usually attached inside a new garment. They work great for necklaces and most earrings..Then I enclose the individual bags in a larger more secure bag or pouch.. .

April 18, 2021 at 4:10 pm

When on vacation I either get very relaxed about my outfit or do not take time to change jewelry. I have decided to start tieing a jewelry (costume) bag to my nice outfits hanger, so I did not have to dig thru jewelry to find what I want for this outfit.

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44 Awesome Gift Ideas for Travel Lovers

Finding the best gift ideas for travel lovers isn’t as difficult as you might think. Practical items or anything wanderlust-themed will make any traveler happy, but if you’re still stressed out about it, I’m here to help.

Check out this travel-related gifts roundup that will surely give you some inspiration.

* This post may contain affiliate links from which I earn a commission (for more info, read my disclosure ). As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

* I try to keep the information on this blog as updated as possible, but I still recommend consulting the latest prices, opening hours, and other details on the official website of each site, hotel, and tour, as well as checking the updated public transport routes and timetables.

*When purchasing my engraved ring necklace from Vagabond Life , they gifted me with one extra ring and one compass necklace. That said, I always share my honest opinions. You can also check out my full Vagabond Life review .

* Atlas Tea Club gifted me with one of their tea gift boxes. That said, I always share my honest opinions.

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Fun Gift Ideas for Travel Lovers

Engraved ring necklace /keychain.

Every traveler likes to keep a record of the places they visit, and these engraved rings from Vagabond Life are perfect for that.

This is a great gift for both women and men because you can add them to a keychain or necklace (rings, chains, and keychains are sold separately) , and you can purchase a ring for every continent, country, or state you traveled to.

Vagabond Life’s jewelry is made from 316L stainless steel, and I love the quality of my necklace (the keychains are made from vegan leather).

They also use eco-friendly packaging and donate some of their profits to wildlife rescue and environmental organizations.

Buy this necklace/keychain on Vagabond Life and use the code ORA20 at checkout for a 20% discount on your order!

Scratch off Map

Scratch-off maps have become such a beloved item that they have to be included in any travel gift roundup.

All travelers would love to get one, and there are plenty of styles and colors you can choose from.

Travel Journal

For those who love to document their trips, this is the perfect gift. You can find some amazing designs on Etsy, including personalized journals that will win over any traveler. Find the perfect travel journal on Etsy or Amazon .

TRAVEL-THEMED SUBSCRIPTION BOX ES

From travel-inspired fiction books to handmade items from around the world to international food and drinks , there are some pretty cool gift boxes for travel lovers. Browse all of them here.

Shipping to North America, a particularly cool box is the Atlas Tea Club , which contains two tea flavors to your liking (herbal, black, or green) from around the world, tea filters, a country card with notes, and a beautiful postcard. The tea is ethically sourced and comes in gorgeous packages.

Read more about the Atlas Tea Club’s gift boxes here.

Fiction Books Full of Wanderlust

If you’re looking for a travel gift for a bookworm, this is the one. I was personally inspired by ‘The Return’ to travel to southern Spain and by ‘The Island’ to travel to Crete and Spinalonga Island .

T here are so many other incredible books out there that make anyone want to hop on a plane.

If you need help finding the right one, check out my roundups of amazing books set in Tuscany , romance novels set in Italy , novels about France , fiction books set in Spain , and novels set in Greece !

Coffee Table Books

I imagine I’m not the only traveler obsessed with inspiring coffee table books packed with stunning photos of the world, so this gift idea has to be on this list.

Wanderlust Inspired Wall Art

From travel quote prints to map posters to travel photography, themed wall art is another fun way for travel lovers to show off their passion. Check out the beautiful wall art you can find on Etsy .

It might be a bit too literal for some people, but if your loved ones like these kinds of decor items, a mini globe could certainly be the gift for them.

Travel-Inspired Coffee Mug

As a total coffee snob and travel addict, I can understand one’s need for a themed mug.

I personally love those illustrated enamel camper mugs (which are also a fantastic camping gift idea ) and destination-specific mugs (I have this one ), but there are dozens of fun designs out there for both men and women. Browse all of them on Etsy .

Travel Inspired T-Shirt

Sometimes there’s nothing like a t-shirt and jeans, and I love the travel-inspired designs you can find on Etsy (one of my personal favorites is this shirt ).

Both women and men can wear them, and they’re an excellent option for a relatively budget-friendly gift. Find your favorite t-shirt on Etsy .

Travel-Themed Christmas Ornaments

Looking for a Christmas gift? Opt for an adorable themed ornament!

What could be better than marking your next trip on a travel-themed calendar? Check out these beautiful ones on Amazon.

Travel Photography Course or Workshop

This is a unique gift for travelers who want to master their photography skills. If you’re looking for face-to-face training, search for travel photography workshops in a particular city or town.

For online classes, I love Skillshare . They have a variety of courses for all levels, which you can browse here . You can also search for online workshops by specific photographers (who usually have their own websites).

Photo Album

As a 90’s kid, I’ll always love photo albums. Every once in a while, you just have to reminisce with your loved ones while sipping some hot chocolate and looking at pictures that make you miss your childhood or a memorable past trip.

These albums are a classic gift that any travel lover would love to get. Browse all prices and designs on Etsy.

Travel-Themed Keychain

It’s a simple gift, but if you’re shopping for a keychain hoarder (like me), then that’s all you need.

For more ideas, check out these Italy-themed gifts , Spain-themed gifts , London-themed gifts , Greece-themed gifts , and Paris-themed gifts !

Useful Travel Gifts

Eatwith gift card.

Eatwith is a community for authentic food experiences with locals worldwide. You can purchase a gift card valid for a year that can be used in more than 130 countries.

This is an amazing gift for foodies or travelers who love to meet locals. Buy a gift card here.

Get Your Guide Gift Card

I love using Get Your Guide for booking experiences. This website offers such a large variety of tickets and tours, and any traveler would love to have some money to spend there.

Their card is valid up to 18 months from the date of purchase, and you don’t need to choose a specific tour. Purchase your gift guide here!

Booking Gift Card

My go-to website for booking accommodation. The downside is that as for now, you can only purchase a gift card online if you’re from Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and the UK.

Carry-on Luggage

This one is similar to mine, but you can browse other items on Amazon.

Passport Cover and Luggage Tag Set

Who wouldn’t love a matching wanderlust-themed passport cover and luggage tag?

I love Etsy for finding these kinds of items, and there are tons of adorable designs for both men and women. Browse all of them on Etsy .

I know it’s a huge investment, and you should only buy it for your favorite person in the entire world, but it’s honestly the ultimate gift (apart from a plane ticket).

I currently use this camera , which is a good choice for beginner to intermediate-level photographers. Sounds obvious, but it’s definitely preferable to know what type of camera a person wants to get before making such a purchase.

Phone Lens Kit

For travelers who don’t want to invest in a camera yet but still want to take beautiful pictures, a phone lens kit could be the ideal gift. Different kits are suitable for different phone types, so be sure to read all the little details.

Waterproof and Anti-theft Backpack

I’m always searching for the best travel backpacks , which means they have to be both practical and stylish.

Travel Documents Organizer

Keeping things like your passport, boarding pass, and credit cards organized in one place is essential for traveling stress-free. Know someone who needs a document organizer? Get them this budget-friendly, practical gift!

Packing Cubes

Another must-have item for travelers who want to stay organized is packing cubes. With several sizes suitable for different items (including shoes and cosmetics), one set is more than enough to make one’s traveling life easier.

Bagail is one of the best brands out there, but feel free to check out other packing cube sets .

Hanging Toiletry Bag

A hanging toiletry bag is super useful not just for packing better but for staying organized while on the trip itself.

If you know anyone who desperately needs this bag but has yet to buy one, this could be a great practical travel gift option.

Sleeping Travel Kit

Looking for gifts for people who travel a lot between states or continents? Long-haul flights (and even short ones) can be a nightmare if you’re unprepared, so a sleeping kit is essential.

The basic kits usually include a neck pillow, a sleeping mask, and earplugs, and others also have a blanket or a scented sachet.

Travel Tech Case

No one likes the mess of a million cables, chargers, and devices scattered in their backpack, so an electronic organizer is super useful for those who travel with a lot of tech items.

Travel Blanket for Flights

Looking for a gift for someone who often has to survive long-haul flights? Get them a cozy travel blanket!

Travel Guides and Bucket List Books

I know travel books are a lot less popular these days (and as a travel blogger, I’m grateful for people looking for information on my own website), but they still make a great gift.

If your loved ones are obsessed with a particular country (like I’m obsessed with Spain ), a travel guidebook could be an amazing gift.

Tripods have become a go-to item for solo travelers who want to take beautiful photos while traveling alone.

I admit that I haven’t bought one for myself yet because I’m not so keen on having my camera away from me, but it’s on my radar, and I’m in search of the best travel tripods .

I’ve heard great things about several tripod types, but recommendations are not always enough because you need to consider a few things before choosing which one to buy.

From the tripod’s weight and height to the camera’s weight and size, you need to carefully examine which tripod is sturdy enough and convenient to use.

Flexible Phone and Tablet Holder for Flights

Reusable Bottle

More and more travelers make an effort to be more environmentally responsible, so a reusable water bottle has become a must-have on their packing list.

After trying quite a few myself, I have to say that the best one I found was Corkcicle’s canteen .

It’s one of the few bottles that actually preserve the liquid’s temperature (hot or cold) for so many hours, and their designs are beautiful and suitable for both women and men.

Portable Espresso Maker

Being able to make yourself a cup of coffee literally anywhere is priceless. If you’re looking for gifts for travel lovers who are also coffee snobs, this is a creative and practical idea.

Travel Gift Ideas for Her

Travel inspired jewelry.

Such a classic and always fun to get, wanderlust-inspired jewelry is the way to a female traveler’s heart.

I’ve treated myself with an adorable world map necklace from Etsy that I absolutely LOVE – unfortunately, it’s not available right now, but it is similar to this one . You’ll easily find countless other beautiful designs, which you can browse on Etsy here!

I mentioned the engraved ring necklace from Vagabond Life early in this post, but they have other jewelry pieces, including wanderlust-inspired mantra cuffs and compass or world map necklaces and bracelets.

Browse Vagabond Life’s travel-themed jewelry here and use code ORA20 at checkout for a 20% discount on your order.

Jewelry Case

Having all this jewelry is great, but carrying it while traveling can be quite annoying.

That’s why nothing is more practical for a female traveler who loves her accessories than a jewelry travel case.

Anti-theft Infinity Scarf

For safety reasons, in certain cities I had visited like Rio de Janeiro or Buenos Aires, I preferred walking around without carrying any bag.

Hidden pockets are a practical way to keep your things safe, so an anti-theft scarf that has a secret pocket is a fantastic item to pack.

Wanderlust-Inspired Phone Case

Having a themed phone case is a fun way to flaunt one’s traveling obsession. Check out all the cute designs and compare prices here.

Travel Themed Pillow

They might seem simple, but themed decorative pillows are a fabulous travel gift for women. They’re a fun little addition to any bedroom or living room, and you can find plenty of designs on Etsy or Amazon .

Travel Gift Ideas for Him

Tie and accessories travel case.

Looking for a gift for a business traveler? Check out this tie case!

World Map Watch

Is he a watch lover? If he is, then this is the perfect gift for him. You can find beautiful designs for men on Etsy. Are you looking for the best gifts for surfers ? Get them a diving watch!

Map Whiskey Glasses

Travel-Size Beard Grooming Kit

You have to admit that this is a pretty unique gift. I know it’s not 100% travel-themed, but it’s practical and I expect bearded travelers to love it.

Personalized Travel Bag

Who doesn’t love to get their own customized gift? Even the small addition of a person’s initials is enough to give that extra touch and make a difference. Browse the latest designs and prices here.

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The 15 Best New Colognes to Buy in 2024

Make room on your bathroom counter—these are the scents you need right now.

It is worth noting that while you may enjoy a specific scent on another person, it might smell differently on your own body, as it reacts and plays with your personal pheromones and chemistry. If you cannot find these in a local retail outlet to test spritz, many of the scents listed below come in smaller sizes for sampling. So until AI comes up with a scratch-and-sniff option for sharing the best new men’s colognes, allow us to share a few of our favorites.

The Best Colognes for Men in 2024

Best Cologne for Summer

Prada luna rossa.

Best Everyday Cologne

Myslf by yves saint laurent.

Best Fresh Cologne

Green stravangaza by valentino.

Opening notes of citrus are spiked with spicy pink pepper and floral iris while heart notes of saffron, sage, and musk add intrigue. This one throws off sexy Amalfi vibes.

Bergamot, Tunisian orange blossom, and Indonesian patchouli come together to create the perfect blend of woodsy citrus for a modern take on masculinity. The addition of Ambrofix delivers strong and sensual amber-rich notes that last all day.

Blending zesty Calabrian bergamot with the invigorating power of espresso, this scent is ideal for crushing whatever the work day brings. Vetiver and amber notes round out the heady concoction.

Oud Wood Intense by Tom Ford

Some have called this iconic scent “a statement in a bottle,” and they certainly aren’t wrong. Cardamom and patchouli are the supporting actors in the warm, rich play of the heady rare oud. Hints of vanilla, tonka bean and amber resin only belie the power of this truly captivating fragrance.

Known as one of the most expensive raw fragrance ingredients in the world, oud is derived from the infected resinous heartwood of the agar tree, found primarily in Southeast Asia. Once distilled, the scent is lovely on its own but when blended with contrasting florals, the end result is otherworldly sensual and exotic.

This contemporary and modern scent uses clary sage and narcissus to create a crisp opening while the rosewood and metallic sclarene notes lend an edge that is positively exhilarating. House perfumer Christine Nagel crafted this scent as her vision of blending nature with technology.

Sauvage Elixir by Dior

Taking the iconic Sauvage fragrance to new heights with a more intense formula, Elixir features cinnamon and nutmeg to add warmth and depth while lavender, amber and patchouli create a sensual base. The luxury brand says of this concentrated blend, “Sauvage Elixir is a fragrance as unique and rare as a red moon in the night sky.” Who wouldn’t want a date night like that?

Santalum by Ranger Station

With notes of sandalwood, amber resin, iris, and leather, this blend riffs on the Ranger Station scent that started it all: Leather + Pine . Husband-and-wife duo and brand founders, Jordan and Steve Soderholm craft their scents in Nashville, and have collaborated with musicians such as Ernest, Noah Kahan, and Thomas Rhett to imbue each bottle with a singularity that must be smelled to be appreciated.

Bois de Balincourt (No. 4) by Maison Louis Marie

Truth be told, each scent in the Maison Louis Marie line is gender-neutral and notable in their ability to garner attention. No. 4 was created by the line’s Co-founder, Marie du Petit Thouars, harnessing her memories of woodland walks on “Lover’s Lane” in France.

Sandalwood, cedar, and vetiver are spiced up with notes of cinnamon and nutmeg. We suggest layering the scent with a matching lotion or perfumed body oil . “When your skin is moisturized, it just allows the fragrance to actually bond to your skin and creates a longevity to the scent,” says Matthew Berkson, CEO and co-founder, Maison Louis Marie.

Musgo Real: Black Edition by Claus Porto

Undeniably sexy and intriguing, this Claus Porto scent lets top notes of juniper berries and bergamot make way for cacao, nutmeg and cardamom. Vetiver, patchouli, cedar and tonka bean base the scent which may make your significant other weak in the knees.

Polo Earth Provencial Sage by Ralph Lauren

Made with seven sustainably sourced ingredients, this herbaceous floral scent featuring bergamot and mandarin is grounded by base notes of sage and vetiver. The price point on this one means you can spritz it before a trip to the farmers market, gym, date night, or anywhere else life takes you.

HWY 190 Solid Fragrance

Inspired by a road trip through Death Valley, this scent opens with bright notes of pink pepper, oranges, and freesia before giving way to heart notes of myrrh and cypriol which lend a bit of spicy heat. Virginian cedar and vetiver offer a smokiness that only ups the mysterious factor. Rotate the metal lid of this solid perfume to open, use your index finger to dab on your wrist and the part of your chest right where your heart lies, and go take on the day.

Acqua di Giò Profondo Lights by Giorgio Armani

This fresh twist on the classic Acqua do Giò line blends green mandarin and cardamom to add an energizing opening. Base notes of vetiver and patchouli meld with rosemary and lavender, making this cologne perfect for day or night.

Gentleman by Givenchy

Crisp pear, cardamom, and lavender top notes give way to a surprising hint of powdery iris. But it is the leathery patchouli base that is the undeniable star of this show, imparting the wearer a firm but protective aura.

Costa by Re-Eau

This alcohol-free, plant-based unisex is meant to be used after the shower or bath as a clean, layering scent. Inspired by the freshness of water, it has top notes of greenery, bergamot, and black currant; heart notes of apple, jasmine, rose and iris; and base notes of powdery musk and vanilla. This clean and minimal fragrance is ideal for the person who's not a huge fan of heavy, sultry colognes.

Penhaligon’s AlUla

The latest from this old-world British “olfactory entertainer,” this scent pays homage to places where the sand meets the sky. Warm plum is tempered by vanilla while notes of saffron and patchouli add interest. Cardamom and turmeric ground the blend. Evocative of far-flung places, wearers may be asked if they just came off the ancient spice route or in from some exotic locale.

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Russia to Build High-Speed Railway Between Moscow and St. Petersburg

FILE PHOTO: A view shows train carriages of the Russian Railways on a frosty day in Moscow, Russia November 17, 2023. REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov/File Photo

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia has approved a project to build the first high-speed passenger railway between its two biggest cities, Moscow and St. Petersburg, to be funded with billions of dollars from the state budget, a government directive showed on Thursday.

The government approved the construction of the 679 km railroad, which should allow Russian-made trains travelling at 360 km/hour per hour to get from Moscow to St. Petersburg in 2-2.5 hours instead of the current 4-5 hours, on the first business day of the St Petersburg International Economic Forum.

The railway, which will cost more than 2.3 trillion roubles ($25.97 billion), will be built by a Russian company, VSM Two Capitals, on concession terms using state and private money.

The Russian government plans to allocate at least 300 billion roubles of loans from the National Welfare Fund at 1% in 2025, and subsidies amounting to about 328 billion roubles between 2024 and 2038, the directive showed.

More than 580 billion roubles is needed for the project from the National Welfare Fund, with other funding coming from sources including Russian state-owned banks VTB, Sberbank and Gazprombank, the former minister of transport Vitaly Savelyev said in February.

The head of Russia's Sberbank German Gref said on Thursday it will participate in financing the project.

Russia has proposed to raise taxes for companies and the wealthy, which may add an extra $30 billion to next year's budget revenues and allow Moscow to increase spending, including on its war in Ukraine.

($1 = 88.5750 roubles)

(Reporting by Gleb Stolyarov; Editing by Jan Harvey)

Copyright 2024 Thomson Reuters .

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Queen Camilla Loves Her Brooches

The Queen Consort is known for accessorizing with very on-theme jewelry.

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"I was scrutinized for such a long time that you just have to find a way to live with it. Nobody likes to be looked at all the time and, you know, criticized," Camilla told British Vogue of all the public attention she faces . "But I think in the end, I sort of rise above it and get on with it. You’ve got to get on with life."

Here, a guide to Queen Camilla's best brooches through the years.

The Courtauld Thomson Scallop-Shell Brooch

Queen Camilla has worn the Scallop-Shell brooch a few times, including while in France for a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The Queen Mother was gifted the Courtauld Thomson Scallop-Shell Brooch from Winifred Hope Thomson in 1944, and it was passed down to Queen Elizabeth, who wore it frequently.

Pictured at a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day, June 2024

Queen Mary's Diamond, Sapphire, and Emerald Brooch

This smaller, scalloped brooch previously belonged to Camilla's late mother-in-law Queen Elizabeth II, though the royal was not often seen out in it. The piece, which appears to have originally belonged to Queen Mary, is set with emerald and sapphire petals outlined in diamonds, and has not been seen in public in many years.

Pictured at Easter service, 2024 .

Queen Mother's Rock Crystal brooch

This rock crystal brooch features an Art Deco motif. The Queen Mother started wearing the brooch sometime in the 1920s, and upon her passing, Queen Elizabeth inherited the brooch. The late queen gifted it to Camilla shortly after Camilla's wedding to Charles.

Pictured at the Maundy Thursday 2023 service .

Prince Albert’s brooch

Ahead of his wedding to Queen Victoria, Prince Albert gifted her with a sapphire and diamond brooch, per The Court Jeweller . Victoria wrote it was "a splendid brooch, a large sapphire set round with diamonds, which is really quite beautiful." Camilla, Queen Consort debuted this brooch during a visit to Germany.

Pictured in Hamburg, Germany, in March 2023 .

Horse Racer brooch

The Queen Consort debuted a new racing brooch at the Cheltenham Festival in March, featuring a horse and a jockey. It appears to be one very similar to a brooch owned by Queen Elizabeth.

Pictured at the Cheltenham Festival 2023.

Queen Mary's Russian Sapphire Cluster brooch

Gifted to Camilla by Queen Elizabeth II, and featuring diamonds and sapphires, the brooch was a favorite of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother.

Pictured at 2023 Commonwealth Day Service .

Queen Victoria's Hesse Diamond Jubilee brooch

A heart-shaped pin with three blue sapphires, given to Queen Victoria by her grandchildren to celebrate Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.

Pictured at the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II .

Diamond Knot brooch

A diamond in the shape of a simple knot is one of Camilla's favorite brooches. When she arrived at Buckingham Palace as Queen Consort for the first time following Queen Elizabeth's death, she opted for this piece.

Pictured here in 2020.

Diamond Thistle brooch

Queen Elizabeth gifted Camilla this diamond thistle brooch; the thistle is the national flower of Scotland. Read more here.

Pictured at a Service of Thanksgiving for Queen Elizabeth in Edinburgh.

Horseshoe brooch

A horseshoe made up of diamonds, sapphires, and rubies. It spells out "Minoru," per the Court Jeweller , King Edward VII's horse that won the Epson Derby in 1909.

Pictured at Ascot's November Racing Weekend 2022 .

A silver brooch that features a crown and wings; gifted to her by RAF Halton.

Pictured on April 28, 2016 .

Diamond and Moonstone brooch

An elegant accessory.

Pictured at Ascot Racecourse in July 2022.

Welsh Guards Leek Brooch

This is the diamond Leek Brooch of the Welsh Guards, often worn by Queen Elizabeth at events with the Welsh Guards. The leek is a traditional symbol of Wales.

Pictured in Wales in September 2022.

Pearl of the Dee brooch

A brooch made for the Queen Mother , inspired by a fisherman's hand-tied salmon fly and commissioned by the Salmon and Trout Association. Very fitting for any Scottish outings.

Pictured at Scotland's Braemar Gathering in 2006.

Diamond Bow brooch

This diamond brooch Camilla chose to wear to her father's funeral in 2006.

Pictured in 2006 .

Bugle Horn brooch of the Rifles

This diamond and emerald brooch was commissioned by the Rifles for Camilla; she took over the role of Colonel-in-Chief of the Rifles from the late Prince Philip, so it was a fitting tribute to his memory. She also wore the brooch to his funeral.

Pictured at the Service of Thanksgiving for Prince Philip.

Ladies of North Wales brooch

This diamond and emerald pin features a leek, the symbol of Wales. The Queen Mother wore it at Charles's investiture as Prince of Wales.

Pictured in Wales in 2006.

Diamond and Black Pearl brooch

To her wedding to then-Prince Charles in 2005, Camilla wore a fleur-de-lys brooch with black pearl and diamond, that British Vogue reported King Edward originally purchased for Alice Kempell. Alice was Camilla's great-grandmother, and Edward's mistress.

Pictured at her wedding in April 2005.

Van Cleef & Arpels Dragonfly brooches

Camilla is a longtime fan of Van Cleef & Arpels , and often sports their jewelry. Pictured here are the brand's dragonfly brooches, which she has worn frequently over the years.

Pictured in 2012.

Van Cleef & Arpels "Lucky Animals" Bird brooch

Camilla also wears many of Van Cleef's "Lucky Animals" brooches , included this bird.

Pictured in 2022.

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Independent bookstores are the heartbeats of their communities. They provide culture and community, generate local jobs and sales tax revenue, promote literacy and education, champion and center diverse and new authors, connect readers to books in a personal and authentic way, and actively support the right to read and access to books in their communities.

Each week we profile an independent bookstore, sharing what makes each one special and getting their expert and unique book recommendations.

This week we have Huxley & Hiro in Wilmington, Delaware!

What’s your store’s story?

Huxley & Hiro is a woman and LGBTQ owned bookstore in historic downtown Wilmington. As a public benefit corporation, the store's mission is to partner with local non-profits and provide a community meeting space for the arts. Our store is named after our Maine Coon cat Huxley and Shiba Inu dog Hiro, who make regular appearances to welcome customers. Shortly after opening, owners Ryan Eanes and Claire van den Broek were named most influential Delawareans of 2024 in the business category!

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What makes your independent bookstore special?

In the digital age where books are so easily and freely accessible online, and where we are constantly engaged on our phones and other devices, we recognized an increasing desire for places where people could come together in person and share their love of literature. Through a carefully curated selection of books and a design that is browsing-friendly, we want to offer our community a new take on the beloved experience of in-person shopping on a downtown Main Street. Though we as founders are millennials, we realized that both younger and older generations see the Millennial/Gen X vision of virtual communities as far more dystopian than the idealized image we had of the possibilities of technology. Our society seems to have a deep seated desire to return to in-person communities and 15 minute neighborhoods where we can build interpersonal connections not mediated by technology.

What's your favorite section in your store?

My (Claire) favorite section of the store is our 'Curious Histories' display. Influenced by James Daunt , who created an entire London bookstore organized by country instead of genre (no sci-fi, because that wasn't classifiable by country), we wanted to bring to life a curated collection that drew on many genres, centered around the theme of 'Curious Histories'. We pulled books from cooking, travel, history, the sciences, and so on that focused on unusual stories, like the history of the egg or Sesame Street in Moscow. Our hope is that this display will offer people a new way of browsing that doesn't confine them to the genre towards which they usually gravitate; the kind of experience algorithms online aren't good at curating.

What book do you love to recommend to customers and why?

My favorite recommendation is Sadegh Hedayat's "Blind Owl," a deeply disturbing novella written by an Iranian author in the 1930s. Imagine if Edgar Allan Poe and Franz Kafka had a child born in Iran, who grew up watching F. W. Murnau's "Nosferatu." Surreal and dreamlike, at times verging on an early Middle Eastern magical realism, this largely unknown novella will haunt you.

What book do you think deserves more attention and why?

Though it's a classic, I'm always surprised more people aren't familiar with Bulgakov's "The Master and Margarita." Written in Soviet Russia and censored until after his death, Mikhail Bulgakov's comedic novel chronicles the adventures of Satan, his cat and his valet as they visit Moscow. The story is strongly interwoven with Goethe's "Faust," one of the greatest plays ever written, and in many ways, it's also the love story of the Master and his Margarita (Faust and Gretchen). Brilliant, hilarious, and at times quite moving.

Why is shopping at local, independent bookstores important?

When you choose a local, independent bookstore, more of your money stays within the community. We want to live in vibrant, 15 minute walking communities where we can find unique things and discover new experiences. Bookstores remain a critical part of this experience, and only by supporting local businesses can we ensure that these kinds of neighborhoods remain a reality. Sure you can buy a book cheaply, but do you want to live next a massive warehouse with trucks coming and going at all hours, or do you want to grab your coffee and dog and wander into a beautiful local store with friendly employees who know you and can help you discover new books?

What are some of your store's events, programs, or partnerships coming up this quarter that you would like to share?

We regularly partner with other local businesses for experiences such as coffee tastings from a local roaster, a bag making workshop that benefits women with cancer, and historical talks such as our event with a 102 year old WWII Air Force Veteran to celebrate that our city has been named an American WWII Heritage City.

We are also partnering with Delaware Futures to create a Banned Books Advocacy Program that will allow disadvantaged youths to spend six weeks exploring banned books, learning to write letters to school boards, and gaining a better understanding of why groups want to ban books and how to fight censorship. At the end of the Program, they will earn a certificate that we hope will provide them with an advantage in their college applications.

'A Gentleman in Moscow' Review — Ewan McGregor Effortlessly Charms From a Gilded Cage

• Ewan McGregor and Mary Elizabeth Winstead's chemistry shines in A Gentleman in Moscow as Alexander navigates relationships in his gilded cage.
• The storytelling cleverly deploys nonlinear narrative and amusing dialogue to engage the viewer.
• A slow start evolves into a compelling historical epic within the Metropol's walls.

Based on Amor Towles ’ critically acclaimed novel by the same name, A Gentleman in Moscow is Showtime’s next great historical drama. While the mention of “Moscow” in the title might make the mind’s eye wander down snowy streets in the shadow of Saint Basil's Cathedral, A Gentleman in Moscow is far removed from the sprawl of a struggling society and is instead a far more quaint tale , set within the confines of a grandiose hotel-turned-prison cell.

Like the gilt Fabergé egg that adorns the poster for the series, Count Alexander Rostov’s ( Ewan McGregor ) existence is a reminder of the opulence of bygone days—an ostentatious relic. He serves no real purpose in the grand scheme of things, except to be watched within his gilded cage, and kept account of by authorities, much like the dwindling few eggs that sit in collections around the world. And much like the Fabergé egg, Alexander’s life is inextricably linked to the tragic downfall of the Romanov family and the Bolshevik revolution of 1917 that followed.

The series starts swiftly, with the Bolshevik tribunal sentencing the Count to a lifetime of confinement within the walls of the Metropol Hotel. He is spared a far worse sentencing ( death ) due to the poem that he allegedly penned, which critiqued the upper class and questioned the purpose of the royal family. These are, of course, ideals that the Bolsheviks agree with, even if they are being echoed by a Count who benefited from the institutions he criticized. As with Towles’ novel, much of the Count’s life before the revolution is shown through fragmented flashbacks dotted throughout the series, as well as through illuminating conversations with his compatriots — or, rather, comrades, Mishka ( Fehinti Balogun ) and Prince Nikolai Petrov ( Paul Ready ).

A Gentleman in Moscow

A Russian aristocrat is spared from death and placed on house arrest while the Bolshevik Revolution plays out before him.

Release Date March 29, 2024

Cast Leah Harvey, Anastasia Hille, Beau Gadsdon, Bjrn Hlynur Haraldsson, Paul Ready, Johnny Harris, Ewan McGregor, Mary Elizabeth Winstead

Main Genre Drama

Genres Drama

‘A Gentleman in Moscow’ Breathes New Life Into Its Characters

With Ben Vanstone as the guiding hand for the series, A Gentleman in Moscow was smartly adapted from page to screen. Rather than embracing the novel's insular storytelling, with the Count as the sole protagonist, Vanstone has widened the narrative to bring more life to the surrounding characters — particularly the women who come in and out of his life, and the gilded doors of the Metropol. It would have been very easy to frame Anna Urbanova ( Mary Elizabeth Winstead ) as little more than the Count’s on-again-off-again girlfriend. Her life outside of Alexander doesn’t matter on the page; she only exists when she is with him or on his mind. Perhaps with a different creative team, that would have been exactly how she was portrayed, but Vanstone veered far away from playing straight into that trope. Instead, Anna’s life outside of Alexander is given depth . Her career as an actress is a vital subplot that weaves through each episode, headed towards a larger plot point. While she and the Count do fall into bed on numerous occasions, it’s always handled tastefully and shown as a relationship that she holds the reins to. Courting a criminal comes at great personal risk to her budding career, which makes the shifted narrative all the more vital.

A Gentleman in Moscow marks the third time that McGregor and Winstead have shared the screen following their performances in Fargo and Birds of Prey , and their real-life chemistry beautifully carries through into the relationship between Alexander and Anna. They play off each other naturally, and their performances are just as electric, regardless of whether Anna is keeping his delusions of grandeur in check or he’s sprawled out naked on the ground with nothing more than a towel to hide the… Fabergé eggs. McGregor and Winstead's dynamic is half the fun of A Gentleman in Moscow . It’s refreshing to have even more historical romances to talk about around the watercooler — and audiences will be raving about this series given its weekly release schedule.

While Alexander’s relationship with Anna is at the heart of A Gentleman in Moscow , the soul of the series is his unlikely friendships with two little girls who call the Metropol home during different periods of his imprisonment. First is Nina Kulikova ( Alexa Goodall ), a curly-haired spitfire who has everyone in the hotel wrapped around her finger. It’s through Nina that Alexander starts to make genuine connections with the host of characters around him, which changes him for the better. Years after Nina has been set free from Alexander’s gilded cage, a second young girl comes into Alexander’s life: Sofia ( Billie Gadsdon ). Through both girls, Alexander gets to experience what fatherhood might have looked like for him had he not been ensnared by the Bolsheviks.

Another notable and equally unlikely friendship that Alexander makes at the Metropol is the one that he forges with Osip Glebnikov ( Johnny Harris ), the man tasked with ensuring he never leaves the hotel. Glebnikov enlists Alexander in training him to be more of a gentleman. Given his upbringing, he was never afforded the same access to scholarly works or classic literature as Alexander, and this academic pursuit becomes their evening conversations over supper.

One such conversation centers on Victor Hugo ’s seminal work, Les Misérables , which is a cause of confusion for Glebnikov, who withers at the notion of Javert (spoilers for a 162-year-old book) committing suicide. While the conversation about Les Misérables may be brief, the comparison between the two works is undeniable. Alexander, much like Jean Valjean, is a prisoner of circumstances, though on wildly different sides of the scale. While Valjean escapes from his jailor, Javert, for large swaths of time, Alexander is always right where Glebnikov left him within the halls of the Metropol. The true comparison, however, arises when Alexander is tasked with the care of young Sofia by her mother, much in the same way Fantine entrusts Cosette’s future with Valjean. Further comparisons could be made with the setting of both tales, as they are both set against uprisings, revolutions, class disparity, and the sort of socialist discourse that would make Karl Marx sit up in his grave. And, much like the stage musical, A Gentleman in Moscow is all about the turning of the years.

‘A Gentleman in Moscow’ Starts Slow, But Builds to a Pulse-Pounding Conclusion

Spread out across eight episodes, A Gentleman in Moscow spans approximately forty years of Alexander’s life in captivity. With each new episode, a running total of how many days he has spent in his lavish prison is tallied up. Occasionally, the episodes will work backward from each shocking total, which cleverly hooks the audience right from the onset of the episode. Except for his visible aging and waning agility, the Count remains largely stagnant as the world changes around him. He has very little control over his circumstances, which means a lot happens to him, not with him. People come and go around him, relationships are formed, babies are born, those babies grow up and go to war, people die, and Russia evolves—for better and for worse.

The first handful of episodes start slowly, particularly where Alexander’s passivity is concerned, but as he begins to come to terms with his situation and connect with the vibrant world around him, however small it may be, the pace finally picks up. Without revealing too many details about the final episodes of the series, one might be able to imagine what sort of turmoil might visit his gilded cage once Stalin’s regime falls and America starts poking around the ruins of the government. The passage of time is cleverly shown through more than just a running total and graying hair. While Alexander’s wardrobe rarely receives an upgrade, the people around him represent the ever-evolving world beyond the Metropol. Anna is the best bellwether for societal changes as her appearance transforms from a picture-perfect blonde bombshell with rising hemlines to her natural brunette curls and sophisticated elegance. As time continues to pass, she even dons cozy sweaters that mirror Alexander’s own comfortable existence.

While it is unlikely that A Gentleman in Moscow intended for Ewan McGregor to look like a dark academia fever dream, every bit of the Count’s character design screams the aesthetic. From the unkempt coif of permed curls to his longjohns-clad calisthenics in a dusty attic, Alexander looks more like an eccentric history professor than a count whose wings have been clipped. McGregor brings a charming congenitally to the role that makes the Count ever so beguiling , particularly when he gets to act opposite the younger members of the cast. When he’s not going toe-to-toe with Winstead, he’s at his best keeping up with the spry wit of Goodall and Gadsdon's characters.

A Gentleman in Moscow lives up to the expectations set by Towles’ novel and delivers a sprawling historical epic contained within the walls of a single location. The Count’s world might be as small as the Metropol, but he lives vicariously through the relationships he makes — and, by extension, so do we. With mystery, danger, and intrigue threaded throughout, A Gentleman in Moscow has the potential to dominate cultural conversation in the same way that Shōgun and The Gilded Age have nourished audiences who are starved for well-told, compelling tales.

A Gentleman in Moscow lives up to the original novel it adapts, delivering a sprawling historical epic confined to a single location.

• Ewan McGregor and Mary Elizabeth Winstead electrify the screen with their chemistry and natural ease together.
• The writing is clever, both with its amusing dialogue and the way it deploys nonlinear storytelling to keep audiences engaged.
• The set and costume design are sumptuous and visually appealing.
• The first handful of episodes are quite slow, but the series does eventually pick up as the story unfolds.

A Gentleman in Moscow premieres March 29 on streaming and on-demand on Paramount+ with Showtime before its on-air debut on March 31.

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