10 Gift Ideas for the Eco Traveler

1. To-Go Ware Bamboo Utensil Set

There’s no need to use wasteful plastic cutlery when you travel. This lightweight reusable bamboo utensil set created by To-Go Ware contains a fork, spoon, knife, and chopsticks. Each set comes in a carrying case made from recycled plastic water bottles. These sustainable bamboo utensils provide a lightweight, long lasting alternative to disposable silverware. They’re also stain resistant and dishwasher safe, so you can count on using them for quite some time. 🍜🍝🎋

2. hejhej Yoga Mats

Your favorite yoga buff will be certainly thrilled to receive a hejhej Yoga Mat. These mats are fully sustainable since they’re made from recycled materials and are also recyclable at the end of their lifespan. Utilizing recycled off-cuts from Hejhej’s partner factory and other industries like the furniture business, this gift is perfect for the person who loves yoga AND the environment.

In case you’re wondering, the name, hejhej, is the Swedish way to say “hello.” But when you want to say goodbye to your mat, it’s very easy to do. Normally a yoga mat lasts at least three years, but when your hejhej mat sees its last downward dog, just send them an email and they’ll send you a free shipping label. You’ll also get a 15% discount on your next order. hehej recycles the mats so they can be used as a resource for new products. Win-win! ♻️ 🧘‍♀️ 🙌

3. 4ocean Bracelets

The best present for your sea-lover friend is definitely one of those bracelets. Not only they are perfect for any sea wolf, but when you purchase a 4ocean bracelet you’re removing one pound of trash from the ocean and coastlines. In less than two years, 4ocean has removed over two million pounds of trash from the ocean. By giving plastic in the ocean a value, 4ocean is creating a new economy for the removal of trash! Made with recycled, clear glass beads on colorful cord made from recycled plastic water bottles, these sleek bracelets are unisex and adjustable.  💙 🐬 🌊

4. w.r. yuma Sunglasses

Named after Yuma, Arizona, reportedly the sunniest place on earth, w.r. yuma sunglasses have a mission to shape the future of waste. Their black frames are made from recycled car dashboards and the transparent styles are from that soda bottle you drank last summer in Europe. Even the ink on the inside of the temples is made from recycled refrigerators.

The sunglasses are 3d printed in a zero waste process by using only the exact amount of material needed and the frames are assembled by hand. And even though they’re designed for disassembly so they can be easily taken apart for recycling, these glasses are sturdy AND stylish. ☀️😎

5. The Greatest Candle in the World

That’s a pretty big boast to make, but this very well could be the real deal! Made with innovative technology (Oil2Wax) which, when added to recycled used oil creates totally ecological decorative candles scented with blueberry, spice wood, clove and cinnamon, mojito, and more.

The Greatest Candle in the World comes in glass cups or designer tins and they also offer a “do it yourself” option. All you have to do is add Oil2Wax powder to used vegetable oil.

6. Simply Straws

With most plastic turning into trash after a single use, on average, one person creates 88 pounds of plastic a year. Yikes! Most of that doesn’t get recycled and ends up in landfills or the ocean. You can do your part by slurping with Simply Straws. These reusable and durable straws are eco-friendly, dishwasher and microwave safe, BPA free, and can be used for cold OR hot drinks.

Simply Straws is promoting and encouraging the work of activist groups with their glass “Non-profit Partner” series, which highlight Keep-A-Breast (Pink straws), Plastic Pollution Coalition (Amber straws), Protect Our Winters (Green straws), Non-Toxic Revolution (Smoke-colored straws), and 5Gyres/Reducing plastic pollution (Teal straws). Each of the straws features the name of the organizations listed above. You can also pick your own color and customize your straw with up to 26 letters. 🍹 🌈

7. Bee’s Wrap Lunch Pack

The best present for the eco-cook is definitely a set of Bee’s Wrap. Use it to pack bread, cheese, vegetables, or cover a bowl! Bee’s Wrap is the sustainable, natural alternative to plastic wrap for food storage. Since 2012, Bee’s Wrap has created wraps that provide a versatile and durable solution for sustainable food storage.

Their products are reusable, biodegradable, and compostable; their beeswax is sourced from sustainably-managed hives in the US. Bee’s Wrap uses only organic jojoba oil, needless to say the packaging is 100% recycled and plastic-free. Long lasting, biodegradable, easy to clean, made using renewable energy, this is definitely a must-have in any earth-friendly kitchen!  ♻️ 🐝 🧀

8. HallaxHalla swimwear

For the next foray to one of those fantastic eco-friendly beach hotels and resorts that can be found on Wayaj, HallaxHalla swimwear is the perfect accessory. Their products are all ethically and sustainably made. The fabric is created from recycled plastic bottles and fishing nets recovered from the ocean which is manufactured into a high-quality nylon material.

As they aim to be a sustainable company through their packaging, products, and production, HallaxHalla only produces a limited quantity at a time in an effort to reduce waste due to excess production and surplus products. Not only do they make products ethically from sustainable materials, all their swimsuits are reversible, with a solid color on one side and a print on the other, so you get two looks in one! ♻️👙 🏊‍♀️

9. Compressible Pillow/Air Head Pillow

Whether you’re going camping or on a flight, the Therm-a-rest Compressible Pillow and Air Head Pillow are perfect for pampering your head. They’re stuffed with upcycled foam and the pillows pack small and expand large! Every piece of Therm-a-Rest gear is also backed by a lifetime warranty. 😴

10. Rescue.org

For 85 years the International Rescue Committee has been helping people whose lives have been shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and regain control. Their current drives include fighting starvation in Yemen, Zimbabweans battling the worst drought in 35 years, and help support refugees in 15 European countries, and much more!

You can choose from gifts for those in need by cause: Health, Education, Emergency Relief, Rebuilding, and Women and Girls. There are also special cold-weather gifts like winter supplies for refugees and warm blankets.

Just pick your gift and dedicate it to that special someone who cares as much as you do. Printed cards are delivered in seven to ten business days, but ecards can be sent immediately. Your gift helps provide critical assistance just where it’s needed!