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50+ Best World Map Gift Ideas for Travelers

When trying to buy gifts for travelers, it’s often difficult to figure out what that person already has, uses, likes, or doesn’t like. That’s why products with maps are often a safe bet. Map-inspired gifts offer a unique and meaningful way to celebrate wanderlust and geographical curiosity.

They encapsulate memories of cherished places, allowing recipients to relive adventures or dream of unexplored destinations. From intricate map art that captures cityscapes in stunning detail to personalized map posters highlighting significant locations, these gifts fuse artistry with sentiment. Vintage map-themed accessories like cufflinks, pendants, or keychains infuse a touch of nostalgia into everyday life. For adventurers, interactive scratch-off maps provide an exciting visual record of conquered territories. Globes transformed into bar carts or artistic pieces serve as both decor and conversation starters. Travel journals with world maps on their covers inspire globetrotters to document their journeys. Whether a home decor aficionado, a travel enthusiast, or a history buff, map-inspired gifts offer a creative way to celebrate places close to the heart. Here are over 50 ideas world map gift ideas for travelers or geography buffs!

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Home Decor Map Gift Ideas

Map decal or scrat off map.

One of my favorite conversational pieces in my home is my scratch-off map ! I love the black and gold elegance of this map. People often look at it and say “oh, I didn’t know you went there!” If you’re not a fan of the scratch-off look, this wall decal with the quote “Life takes you to unexpected places, Love brings you home” is another great wall map!

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Pillow Covers

These pillow covers will make you dream of faraway places while sitting on your couch!

• What YOU GET: Package Contains 6 pcs of removable accent square pillow covers,18x18/45x45cm,NO PILLOW INSERT
• 【Decoration】Unique couch pillows can make your room more good-looking!
• 【Unique Pattern Design】Cushion cover printed with pattern.
• 【Easy Care】Pillow insert could be easily putted in or removed, can wash pillow cover in any time,

Counting down the time until your next trip never looked as good as this clock .

• Classic round shape, shabby chic style. Copper set clock needle, no frame design and the dial do not fade and waterproof!
• Material: Wooden MDF, wood particle board painted,covered by paper drawing.
• Back nail slot offers ensures easy installation, easy to hang. And the clock only have hour and minute hand, no second hand,more silent.
• Use super silent quartz movement, no annoying noise. Powered by one AA battery.

Wall art is always a great choice for maps! You can have a vintage canvas map or a striking blue and gold one .

Map Bulletin Board

This map bulletin board is a great place to display pictures from your adventures!

• ORGANIZER: Remember assignments and grocery lists with this pinboard. The decorative cork board features enough space to post any reminder, note, list or pictures.
• TECHNICAL DETAILS: Size: 19.7 x 27.6 x 0.8 inches (50 x 70 x 2 cm)
• SEAMLESS INSTALLATION: Hang the board on any wall using the included mounting equipment - the included nails screw in behind the board so there will not be any visible holes.
• CORK BACKING: The cork memo board is lighter than traditional glass whiteboards and cork is a natural product, so the appearance of each corkboard can vary slightly.

Already have wall art? Well, how about this lamp to light up that wall?

• Translucent shade printed and made in USA
• Lamp Height 20” tall by 7” shade width
• Easy assembly instructions included on box; takes one minute
• Ultra-durable, powder-coated steel metal silver finish base with pull-chain
• Suggested 13 watt CFL bulb or equivalent LED (not included)

You can also make sure your floor matches these rugs. A small round one , a vintage indoor/outdoor mat , or a colorful doormat .

Bedroom Map Decor

For the traveler that likes to fall asleep to dream of worlds far away, these comforters are a great gift idea!

Clothing with Maps

For the traveler who likes to show off their love!

Jewelry with Maps

Jewelry AND a map? Perfect gift idea!

Map Themed Cups and Mugs

I love starting my day with tea in a travel-themed mug! There’s a heat-changing mug , a travel quote map mug , and a world map tumbler for travel on the go.

Map Office Supplies

For the worker who would rather be traveling – these map gift ideas will have any employee relishing in vacations!

Map Alcohol Supplies

Don’t forget the coolest wine cooler! Yes, it’s a globe wine cooler!

• 🍷【Retro Old World Map】This wine bar cabinet stands out with its combination of outside 16th century nautical chart and inside retro patterns, delivering perfect visual effect and making it ideal for any wine tasters.
• 🍷【Ample Collecting Space for Wines】Top globe can store 3 wine bottles and several glasses while upper shelf is designed for placing some glasses or fruits. Furthermore, bottom shelf is capable of accommodating 8 wine bottles.
• 🍷【Globe Bar Cart with Wheels】The wood wine cabinet is equipped with 360° smooth-rolling wheels so as to allow it for free mobility when you want to move globe bar cart from kitchen to dining room.

Map Coasters

There are hexagonal coasters that fit together and traditional circle coasters depending on your style!

Map Ornaments

Some travelers collect ornaments from other places, but all travelers would enjoy having their own globe!

Map Items that Hold Things

A vintage or watercolor passport holder is the perfect gift to keep the most important document safe!

Don’t forget this new necessary travel document – your covid vaccination card! Protect it from travel wear-and-tear with this stylish vaccination card holder which fits the CDC-issued vaccination card. Keep them both secure in this map cross-body bag !

Miscellaneous Map Gifts

This map key chain lanyard and crystal globe keychain allow them to bring it with them wherever they go!

Every traveler must have a journal to write the must-visit destinations, a phone case , and (probably most important) a travel fund savings bank !

Don’t forget wallets to protect that hard-earned money!

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Magnificent map of the world gifts for globetrotters.

For those consumed by wanderlust, a world map isn’t just a piece of paper or decor—it’s a tapestry of past adventures and future aspirations. It’s where memories meet dreams, where every pin or mark represents a chapter of one’s journey.

Whether you’re shopping for the globetrotter in your life or curating a wish list of your own, world map gifts offer the perfect blend of function, beauty, and inspiration.

If you’ve got a bit of a world map obsession like us, we’ve come up with this curated list of the most captivating world map gifts that will spark the imagination and fuel the travel passions of every journey enthusiast.

We’ve included some stunning living room pieces we have our eye on (and many we already own!), plus some ideas for nurseries and kids’ playrooms to inspire their wanderlust. Let’s see if there are some awesome world map gift ideas here you’re yet to think of!

(And we promise not a scratch map in sight!)

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Best World Map Gifts For Travel-Lovers

Personalized anniversary pushpin world map.

A beautiful way of presenting your travels on a shareable map, this beautiful framed pushpin map would make a wonderful wedding or anniversary gift for a couple.

Plot out your journey and mark those special spots with the included black push pins (you could easily add your own colors, too, for solo trips or other favorite places).

• Made with foamboard and cumala wood
• 20″ H x 26″ W
• Made & ships mainland United States (you can get quotes for international shipping)

Push Pin World Map

Another fabulous world map pinboard-style option for travel enthusiasts with plenty of ways to personalize it with the map color, font, and pin styles – optionally, add photos onto your map.

This awesome world map gift idea can be downloaded as a digital file your recipient prints themselves, or have it professionally printed by the makers, ready to hang on your wall.

• PVC, Synthetic cork – comes as a mounted board, not rolled
• Various sizes, max55 x 34″ (140 x 87 cm)

Dekadron Geometric Metal World Map

This one caught my eye years ago as a stylish and minimalist way of presenting the world map and actually still sits above my desk!

Obviously, the design style means a few island nations don’t make it into the design, so always consider this when choosing a more simplistically world map (so clearly, I had to buy another world map to pinpoint locations!)

• Wide range of sizes from 24 x 23″ (61 x 33 cm) to 89″ to 49″ (226 x 126 cm)
• Lightweight 1.5 mm steel

World Map 3D Wall Art Green-Grey

This handcrafted wooden world map is an absolutely bold and beautiful statement piece and would make the perfect gift for map lovers.

The multi-layer construction, detailed print, and varnishing add to the depth. You can get it blank with just the countries, or the detailed version is meticulously finished with major cities, roads, rail networks, and rivers highlighted.

• Various sizes 55 x 31″(140 x 80 cm) to max 118 x 69″ (300 x 175 cm)
• Optional flags and transport pins for finishing touches
• The base language is English, but it can be ordered in German, French, or Polish, shipping internationally

Wooden World Map 3D 

Another stunning statement piece, this gorgeous wooden world map would perfectly complement a stylish living room.

It comes with many personalization options, including the ability to add country names and state borders for some countries.

There are also options to add country push pins or famous landmarks to your map; the choice is yours, depending on how much wall space you have and the detail you’d like to add.

• Various sizes, max XXXL size 126″ x 67″ (320 * 170 cm)
• Made with plywood and birch
• It comes boxed; you will need to install it following a template with double-sided tape, no drilling.

LaModaHome Metal World Map Metal

A simple and stylish metal decor piece, we love that this world map ships instantly and hangs with just a couple of hooks.

The sellers at LaModa Home have a great range of complimentary metal wall hangings to match your world map, or see variations with orbital shapes and compasses.

• One size – 15.75″x35.45″
• Made with rust-resistant electrostatic powder coating paint 

Silver Mirror World Map Art

Another gorgeous statement piece world map perfect for a large wall, you can get this world map in a sleek blank format, with borders, or a full map with country names and capital cities added.

• Various sizes 140 x 80 cm to max 401 x 194 cm full-sized wall maps
• Silver Mirror, Mirrored Acrylic, and Perspex
• Attaches with double-sided nano tape; will require a couple of hours of patient installation following a template

World Map Wall Art Push Pin Map

Another beautifully stylish corkboard-style momento for your home. You can install this as a complete map on one panel or mix things up and present your map over three panels.

Leave it as-is, or add colorful pins to plot out your adventure. With the corkboard nature of the product, you can easily move your pins about without causing damage, it’s sure to be a great conversation starter.

Like many country maps, it can be styled blank, with country borders, or with full country names printed. There are also plenty of customizations for the underlying wood color to match your decor and add any personalization or wording for your recipient.

• XL 67″ x 35″ (170 x 90 cm)
• 150 push pins included
• Made with wood, plywood & cork for a 3D effect

Handmade Wire World Map

We love the simplicity of this world map if you’re seeking something really simple. You can, of course, jazz up designs like this by adding strings and picture frames around the fairly simple world outline.

• 170 x 100 cm
• Available in black, silver, gold or copper metal colors
• Ships UK only

Giant Canvas World Map

With a fabulous range of color prints available, this is the perfect choice of world map if you are looking to match your prized possession to a particular decor or room theme.

• One size 203 x 121 cm
• Option to come delivered as a rolled canvas only, rolled canvas with bars to self-install install, or completely hassle-free framed and ready to hang

Watercolour World Map Canvas Art

Bringing a beautiful punch of color to any living room, non-traditional map enthusiasts will love this great take on the world. There are several bright and colourful choices, as well as monochrome. Where matching your home decor is more important than marking the map, this could make a great gift choice.

• Large range of choices in format from small A4 prints only to large A2-size framed and mounted prints.
• Uk delivery only

World and City Maps from Different Maps

These gorgeous resin and wood framed wall maps allow you to hone in on your favourite parts of the world. You can take an entire world map or focus on a particular country, island, city, or region of sentimental value, and have your map personalised with special pins and names.

• Sizing starts from 6″ x 6″ through to 35″ x 35″

Vintage World Map

Now, if you have a catrophile who prefers something with a more historical touch, try this vintage map collection from VintageImageX. A 1720s map of the world as it was known, this is a classic example of Guillaume de L’Isle ‘Mappe Monde.’

• Various sizes max 43 x 55″ (109 x 140 cm)
• Ships rolled in a tube, not framed; Archival quality Ultrasmooth fine art matte paper 250gsm

World Traveler’s Cork Globe

We’re including this option, too, for your travel enthusiasts who enjoy marking off their adventures but are looking for a novel approach.

Unlike traditional globes, this cork product lets you use push pins to map out your next adventure and visualize distances better.

• Available in Mini: 5.5″ W x 7″ H or large: 9.8″ W x 11.8″ H

World Map Duvet Cover

Seeking something truly unique for your world map lover? Not all world map art needs to go on the wall; these world map duvet covers could be just the answer! A great gift that you can match to their decor as they come in multiple print colors and sizes, or even order just the pillow covers for a more subtle touch.

• Single beds through to US King sizing; EU sizing available, too.
• 100% organic cotton sateen with 600 thread count
• Eight color combination choices

Jigsaw Puzzles of World Map

Now, what better way to enjoy your world map passion than a jigsaw puzzle world map that you can convert into a piece of art? Not gonna lie, this excites me almost as much as planning our next trip – sorry, my nerdy side dialectologist side totally revealed!!

• 1000-piece adult puzzle
• 29.5 x 19.7″ (75 x 50cm)
• Purchase mounting separately if you want to frame it

World Map Gifts For Kids

These next few world map ideas would be ideal for a baby nursery or a child’s bedroom to encourage their wanderlust:

Large Fabric World Map Wall Sticker

Oh, why hadn’t we found something like this when our kids were little (or, to be fair, moving house over and over again!)

This gorgeous wall mural would make the perfect addition to a nursery with a large wall space plotting native animals with the continents. It comes in a peel-and-stick format with placement instructions.

• 3 themes: Green, Beige/Grey, Pink
• Medium 123 x 63 cm, large 16o x 95 cm
• PVC-Free matt fabric vinyl

XL World Map Poster for Kids

We love this world map poster for kids, bringing together both a love for countries and flags; it will bring a beautiful bright touch to an elementary school-age child learning about the world around them.

• 36 x 24 inches
• Made with a thick paper card, the product comes rolled and unframed.

Kids World Map Poster

Great for an older child, this detailed map of the world comes with country markings and interesting facts. A bright and colorful addition to spark their wanderlust.

• 59.4cm x 84.1cm / 23.4in x 33.1in (A1)
• It comes in a poster print format as pictured or can be printed onto a rolled canvas and personalized .

World Map Coloring Tablecloth

Who says no coloring on the table? This tablecloth world map was one of the best gifts our own little Globetrotters got from their uncle. There are loads of interesting details to get them talking as they color and hours of fun to complete their masterpiece – use it on the table, as part of their playroom, or hang it on the wall when they’re done! This makes an excellent map-themed gift for kids.

• 50″ L x 33″ W
• Cotton with ten marker pens
• Washes out in warm water if you want to start again

World Map National Country Flags Large Poster

A really fun statement piece ideal for any room in your family home, this world map made with country flags is a vexillophile’s dream!

• May sizes from A5 to giant wall prints 30 x 40 inches
• Several finishes – Gloss, Satin, Matt, PVC, Canvas, Self Adhesive

So whether you have a bit of a map obsession yourself or you’re seeking out map-inspired gifts for the travelers in your life, a world map art piece should be at the top of your list for themed gifts they will cherish for years to come.

Remember, many of these maps are meant to be artistic, not political interpretations! If it’s essential to have certain countries marked, do look at the size and level of detail the artist is able to include.

Seeking More Travel Gift Inspiration?

We have some brilliant travel-themed gift lists for all the family – all with a unique twist for globetrotters. Why not check out next:

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• What to buy parents-to-be who LOVE to travel! – banish Baby on Board stickers and diaper cakes; here are some awesome gift ideas for travel-loving parents-to-be that they really need
• Expat leaving gifts for a friend moving abroad – got a friend moving on soon? Here are great gifts for your friends moving to start a new life abroad
• See our complete collection of travel guides for moms, dads, boys, and girls over here .

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How to Choose The Best World Map Gifts for You

There are lots of gorgeous and practical world map gifts to choose from, but what you pick will of course depend on what your map lover is like and what they like.  Hopefully, if you’re buying them a map-themed gift you know them well enough to have a good guess at least!

If you’re looking for cheap map gifts for friends then that’s going to be quite different from buying map-related retirement gifts for a colleague for example.  Useful map gifts are great for anyone, but if you’re looking for romantic map gifts for your girlfriend or boyfriend then something more pretty than practical is probably the way to go.

To help you along, I’ve attempted to collect different map-themed gifts together and while I have separated lists into him and her of course all gifts are suitable for everyone, regardless of gender!

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Check out my favourite world map gift ideas for you to choose from - I'm sure you'll find the perfect gifts for map lovers in your life right here!

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For the lovely travelling lady in your life, I found these gorgeous world map pendants, bracelets and rings to inspire wanderlust in any female travellers who love maps.  Looking for travel-themed Christmas gifts for your girlfriend, wife, daughter or travelling friends?  Look no further!  

Silver World Map Ring

This boho-chic silver-plated Earth Map ring, detailled with latitude lines is a lovely unique map gift for someone special.

Sterling Silver World Map Earrings

This pair of pretty sterling silver world map earrings are hand made and would be a perfect gift for the world traveller.

Silver World Map Bracelet

This World map bracelet will remind the wearer of travelling, holidays and wonderful times with friends and family - what a wonderful map-themed gift!

World Map Globetrotter Necklace

This beautiful map necklace is available in silver or gold and comes in an eco-friendly jewellery box, ready to send as a gift for the map lover in your life!

Personalized Map Ring

Choose your preferred location for this custom ring, to make a personalized map gift with a piece of a map special to whoever you are giving it to.

Vintage Globe Pendant

This world map pendant is in the style of a vintage globe, and you can select from an Antique Bronze or Shiny Silver finish to personalize the gift.

World Map Gifts for Him

I always struggle with Christmas gifts for men, my dad & brother usually buy everything they want themselves!  However, world map cufflinks or a tie make great stocking fillers, and I actually love this wooden men's watch which would make a cool travel-inspired map gift for a friend or family member.

Unisex Walnut Wood World Map Watch

I love this world map design watch made of natural walnut wood. It would make a lovely map gift for anyone who enjoys the outdoors.

Men's Globe Necklace World Map

This simple yet stylish Silver Earth Charm necklace is adjustable with a black cord and macrame finishing. Designed for men but equally suitable for women too.

Earth Map Bowtie

This cute hand-sewn world map bowtie would make a lovely map-themed gift for a man, from your grandson to grandpa or for a travel-themed wedding!

World Map Bracelet

 This faux leather wraparound bracelet comes with a world map charm and can be customized with an initial suitable for your gift recipient.

Vintage Map Cufflinks

These vintage-style map cufflinks come in a variety of colours. If you prefer to personalise your map gifts, the seller has different styles available too.

World Map Engraved Pocket

Looking for a special map gift? This glossy silver working pocket watch and ring chain can be engraved with a message to your map loving man.

Map-Themed Christmas Gifts for the Home Traveller

There is nothing like including travel in your home decor.  Scratch-off world maps have become very popular gifts, so your loved one can scratch off where they have already been, and get inspired by the rest of the world waiting to be scratched off! 

If that seems a little too much, how about an arty world map print for the wall?  And for those who dream all day of travelling, a world map duvet covers mean they can dream all night too!

Scratch the World Map Print

This useful map gift means that your chosen recipient can scratch off destinations as they've explored them. It is a wonderful gift for all ages!

Watercolor World Map Duvet Cover Set

Choose this bright boho style world map duvet set for a travel gift for a family member (or yourself!). The reverse side comes in a choice of colours.

World Map Mug

A fun and practical travel gift for anyone who thinks about travel every single day. This world map mug is a great way to reminisce and inspire future travel adventures.

Vintage Globe

This beautiful vintage globe would make a special gift for a map lover, as they can choose their next trip or just admire the workmanship and dream of adventures past and future!

Rustic World Map Rug

More travel-themed decor here in this beautiful world map rug. Choose the size you want to fit any space and have the world at your feet!

The World is Your Oyster Print

This subtle world map wall art would be a lovely wedding gift, Christmas or birthday gift for map lovers everywhere. Choose from three different colours and various sizes to find the perfect print.

Map Themed Stocking Stuffers

If you're looking for small map gifts that won't break the bank, this selection of map stocking fillers make good gifts for map-loving kids or little extra Christmas gifts for friends and family.

Map Hair Scarf

This cute hair map hair scarf or hair tie adds colour for your map lover to look good and dream of travel at the same time.

Atlas Scrunchie

Another cute world map hair accessory, this scrunchie is a lovely small gift for a friend, sister or even a teacher.

Travel Keyring with Map Charm

This keyring can be personalised with letter charms and a birthstone charm if you like, or just left as is with the map, passport and camera charms.

World Map Luggage Tag

This luggage tag features a map of the world, in a choice of colours. You can also personalise it with your initials so you can spot your luggage easily at the airport.

What will you buy for Christmas this year?  Let me know what map themed gifts you decided on!

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If you’re looking for a holiday gift for someone who loves maps—or someone who loves to travel, or loves where they live, or drinks beer, or went to college—you’ve come to the right place. We love all those things too, so we’ve made a wish list of cool, mappy stuff that we’d be thrilled to see under the tree this year.

With prices ranging from $13 to a thousand dollars, there’s bound to be something for everyone. You might even find a gift for that one person who’s always so hard to cross off your list.

Who wouldn’t want to sleep under Buckminster Fuller’s Dymaxion Map?

The $289 Dymaxion quilt from Haptic Lab will impress any map geek you give it to.

If you really want to make an impression, though, take a few minutes before you present this gift to read up on the Dymaxion map —Buckminster Fuller’s world projection that makes Earth’s landmass appear as a single island in one ocean. You could casually mention that Fuller called his map a “satisfactory deck plan of the six and one half sextillion tons Spaceship Earth.”

(And if you think the Dymaxion projection is cool but your budget is small, get this nifty little Dymaxion folding globe for just $15.)

Haptic Lab has lots of other great map quilts of cities , coasts , and constellations , including quilts for babies and DIY quilt kits for your crafty, mappy friends that cost just $38 (fabric not included).

A subtle topographic map of Antarctica on the front and back of Field Notes’s Expedition notebook adds a cartographic flourish.

The waterproof, dot-gridded pages of the Expedition notebook from Field Notes are super-practical for sketching maps out in the real world. But it’s the added touch of a topographic map of Antarctica—subtly printed into the varnish on the front and back cover—that makes these little notebooks supercool. Measuring 3.5 inches by 5.5 inches, they retail for $12.95 a three pack—the perfect stocking stuffer.

Field Notes makes another fun series of notebooks for geography nerds. Each of the 50 states (and Washington, D.C.) gets its own version of the County Fair edition , filled with state facts, figures, and weird trivia. Did you know, for instance, that California’s official state insect is the California dogface butterfly?

Get your hometown on a USGS map made into a puzzle.

We all have people on our list who seem to already have everything—and who also seem to come up with thoughtful gifts for you every time. The pressure’s always on to reciprocate in kind.

Fortunately, if this person likes maps—or puzzles, or where they live—you’re in luck. They almost certainly don’t have a custom-made National Geographic puzzle —made from a U.S. Geological Survey topographic map—of their hometown. But now you can buy one, on sale, for $70. How thoughtful of you!

This map of natural and industrial resources in the United States is based on a style from the 1940s.

The map lovers in your life probably have several atlases and coffee-table books full of historically important maps. But they probably don’t have the brand-new Atlas of Design—and they’re sure to love it. It’s a collection of beautiful, modern maps made by working cartographers, hand-selected by members of the North American Cartographic Information Society (NACIS).

You can read more about it—and see a few more of the 32 maps inside—in my previous post . Featuring great cartography, this lovely book has a sleek, black, minimalist cover. It costs $35, and you’ll need to order it directly from NACIS . (You can also get a print of the map above directly from the cartographer Stephen Smith .)

I wouldn’t wait too long, though. Last I checked, they had just 42 copies left.

Wear your geography with these T-shirts that feature cities all over the world, including Amsterdam (left) and London (right).

Citee Fashion was born out of a Kickstarter campaign that earned 10 times its funding goal. Today, the British company makes T -shirts printed with black-and-white road maps of cities all over the world . There are 174 to choose from, so you’re bound to find one you like. I think the maps of New Orleans and Helsinki are particularly nice.

These maps are made using data from OpenStreetMap . The shirts, from American Apparel, are 100 percent polyester and will run you £28 ($35). Shipping to the United States is a little extra, but if you order soon, you might still be able to sneak one of these shirts under the tree.

You can help save this 1775 map of the Florida and Louisiana coasts by British cartographer Thomas Jefferys.

If you have serious map lovers on your list this year, they’ll undoubtedly appreciate a donation in their names to save an actual, historical map in desperate need of restoration and conservation. The Boston Public Library’s wonderful Norman B. Leventhal Map Center has hundreds of maps—like the 1775 nautical chart above—that are torn or stained or otherwise need help.

You can choose to save a specific map or atlas for anywhere from $75 to $24,000. Or you can give a gift of any amount that will go to the map in greatest need at the moment. Once a map is saved, it will be digitized and put online for anyone to enjoy.

The best-selling town for these college-map glasses? State College, Pennsylvania—home of Penn State University’s renowned geography program.

Know anyone who likes beer and went to college? If so, that’s a friend worth keeping. Shell out $28 for pair of pint glasses wrapped in street maps from the home base of your friend’s alma mater.

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You can choose from dozens of major college towns in the U.S., including Cambridge, Massachusetts; Madison, Wisconsin; and Berkeley, California. And if the beer drinker on your list went to a less well known school, you can get a custom-etched glass with a map of Orem, Utah, or Conway, Arkansas, for just a few dollars more.

The Uncommon Green has a bunch of other mappy glasses and gifts as well.

See how Boston grew with these cool map coasters that show changes through time.

You’ll obviously need some coasters for those map glasses you bought, and UncommonGoods has several options. My favorite is the acrylic coaster set , which illustrates how different cities grew over time. Boston (shown above) is a great example because so much of it is on man-made land; you can see how the city expanded into the harbor as it grew. Los Angeles is another neat one. Other options include Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Austin, Texas.

Until December 13, you can get a customized set of four map coasters for $65. If you miss the deadline, you can print out a card with a photo of the coasters, then put that under the tree. I think the best thing about these coasters is that they actually include a scale bar! Another option from UncommonGoods is a neat set of wooden coasters with a map of neighborhoods from select U.S. cities, including Minneapolis and Portland, Oregon.

A three-dimensional relief map of a beautiful landscape like Canyonlands (above) or the Teton Range of the Rocky Mountains will surprise map geeks, travelers, and hikers alike. Made by digital cartographer Ian Grasshoff, who makes 3-D printed models as well, these maps are based on open-source data and software.

Grasshoff has already created plenty of models of places like Lake Tahoe, Mount Hood, and Hawaii, with prices ranging from $56 to $470. But you can also ask him to make a model of any place you like . A custom map might not arrive in time for the holidays, but it will surely be worth the wait.

Put a piece of Italy, in 3-D, on your wall.

If a 3-D mountainscape isn’t your taste, how about a 3-D map of an iconic city , like Rome (above)? You can also choose from Venice, London, Amsterdam, Berlin, Paris, New York, or Chicago, with prices ranging from $215 to $965.

Chisel & Mouse makes models of individual buildings as well. If you’ve got a little more time and a lot more money, they’ll make a map of any cityscape you like.

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18 Unique World Map Gift Ideas That Are Less Than $100

This gift guide is for the travelers in your life who love map-themed things! I am one of those travelers who can’t get enough of maps and globes. I’m in the process of decorating my home with a world map theme, and I’ve found some really cool things I wanted to share.

I’m not limiting this list to just world map home decor, though, as I also have a pretty impressive selection of map-themed clothing and accessories and office supplies too!

*I’m also hosting a $100 gift card giveaway to Etsy at the end of this blog post – so you can do some map-themed shopping of your own! A lot of the items listed below are from Etsy and they’re all less than $100. 

So, without further ado, here are 18 world map gift ideas for the travelers in your life that are all less than $100!

• Click here to see my more practical gift guide for travelers.

*Disclosure: some of these links are affiliate links. Meaning, if you click a link and make a purchase, Have Clothes, Will Travel gets a very small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible!

18 World Map Gift Ideas for Travelers That Are All Less Than $100

1.) World Map Wallet

This world map wallet can be customized too for an extra special personal touch! And don’t worry, there are plenty of map wallet and map clutches for the ladies to choose from too!

• Click here to shop the wallet above, and click here for more options. 

2.) World Map Money Jar

Sticking with the money theme… traveling requires saving and budgeting. And what better way to make that a little more fun than with a travel-themed money jar? This is a gallon jar if you’re looking for a slightly more petite option for saving, check out this “Adventure Fund” box, here . 

• Click here for the world map money jar. 

3.) World Map Skirt

As the proud owner of a very similar map skirt, I highly recommend this as a gift! This is one of the most-complimented clothing items in my wardrobe.

• Click here to shop this skirt. Click here for more map skirt options. 

4.) World Map Earrings

I also own these map earrings. I’ve had them for over 5 years now, and they’re still some of my most worn pieces of jewelry. 

• Click here to shop these earrings. 

5.) World Map Tie  

This tie is sure to be a conversation starter at the office! No two ties are alike, as Becky makes each one by hand. 

• Click here to shop this world map tie.

6.) Custom World Map Cufflinks

And why not get some map cufflinks to go with your map tie? You can pick any two special destinations in the world to show in the cufflinks. I bought these for my husband last year, and he loves them!

• Click here to shop these cufflinks. 

7.) Scratch Off Map

And no map-themed gift post would be complete without the ever-popular scratch-off map poster! I also received one of these as a gift years ago and absolutely love it. My husband and I both enjoy scratching off the new destinations we visit once we return home. 

• Click here to shop the scratch-off map. 

8.) World Map Phone Case

How cool is this world map phone case? It’s handmade and it’s made of real wood! I’m putting this one on my personal Christmas list…

• Click here to shop this world map phone case. 

9.) World Map Journal 

At the risk of sounding like a broken record, I also own this world map journal. It’s the perfect size to put in my backpack or tote when I’m traveling. I love to be able to jot down notes when I’m on the go, so I have something to refer back to later for my blog posts. 

• Click here to shop this world map journal. 

10.) World Map Luggage Tag & Passport Holder

If anyone hears my husband complaining about how he doesn’t know what to get me for Christmas or my birthday (which is just a couple weeks away now)… kindly nudge him in the direction of this luggage tag and passport holder set. (In white, please.) I LOVE it!

• Click here to shop this personalized passport and luggage tag set. 

11.) Ornaments

‘Tis the season for ornaments after all. This is some Christmas decor I can get behind! (My mom-in-law bought this ornament for me last year for Christmas, and it is BEAUTIFUL.)

• Click here to shop this ornament.

12.) Customized Location Wine Bottle Stopper

These wine bottle stoppers can be made with any location of your choice! Bonus points if you also give your special someone a bottle of their favorite vino along with it… 

• Click here to shop this wine bottle stopper. 

13.) World Map Coffee Mug

Maybe it’s a little bit childish of me, but I am loving how this world map goes from dark to light as it heats up with some coffee in it! I also love how the mug depicts the city lights at night, too. 

• Click here to shop this map mug.

14.) World Map Coasters

And you’re going to need a coaster to set these beverages on! I have these map coasters to match my map ottoman tray (which my mother and father in law made for me!). They are super well-made and match my decor so well. 

• Click here to shop these world map coasters. 

15.) World Map Duvet Cover

Ah, more stuff that I own! This duvet cover is SO soft and SO well-made. It’s seriously the best purchase I’ve made in the home decor department so far. (FYI, though – I bought this in a king-size, which is more than $100.)

• Click here to shop this world map duvet cover. 

16.) Metal World Map Wall Art

I just hung this metal world map art in my house this last week! I have been dreaming of owning something like this for years and years – and we actually have a home to hang it now! (Note, this one doesn’t come with the picture frames – I used black wool and magnets to create the lines and then bought a pack of picture frames in assorted sizes .) 

• Click here to shop this metal world map wall art. 

17.) World Map Apron

Is your traveler also a fan of cooking? They could whip up their favorite worldly-dish in this cute apron!

• Click here to shop this apron. 

18.) World Map Socks 

When in doubt… fun socks are always a safe bet too! My husband is also getting these to go along with his map cufflinks for Christmas this year. 

• Click here to shop these map socks. 

Bonus: Fun travel-themed doormat!

Not, world map-themed, however… I thought this welcome map was super cute too! I also have this for my front door and get so many compliments on it!

• Click here to shop this doormat. 

$100 Gift Card Giveaway to Etsy!

And if you’d like a little extra spending money this holiday season, be sure to enter my $100 gift card giveaway to Etsy below. Etsy is a website that features all handmade or vintage items from independent sellers around the world. They’re the best for finding unique and meaningful holiday gifts! (Most of the items from this world map gift guide are from Etsy.)

*This giveaway is open worldwide, but gift cards are only available in USD, CAD, EUR, GBP and AUD. 

Congratulations to Alex W. for winning m $100 Etsy gift card giveaway! Thank you to everyone who entered! 

*Disclosure: some of these links are affiliate links. Meaning, if you click a link and make a purchase, Have Clothes, Will Travel gets a very small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible! I am also a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

Hi! I’m Lindsey, the voice behind Have Clothes, Will Travel. I’m an online shopping aficionado from a small town in Wisconsin who has also lived in Russia, Argentina, Japan & Australia.

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That was such a fun post!! Love all the ideas!! Really want to get the Metal World Map Wall Art as well but currently do not have the space for it!! Also really like the wallet, the mug and the door mat!!

Aw, thank you! So glad you enjoyed the post!

I have my eye on some personalized engraved jewelry.

Found you through Contest Chest…..I like the World Map Journal

I will shop for coasters.

I have been eyeing some things from HomeWetBar. Like a shadow box cork holder or a personalized sign.

I would love to buy some handmade jewelry.

I would love to find a charm for a necklace

I want to buy some Christmas cards for friends.

I would like to get a silk sleep mask and some wall art.

I would love to get some unique candle holders.

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On May 23, 2024, the US Supreme Court  issued a 6-3 decision that allows racial discrimination in the drawing of voting maps, dismissing the voices of Black voters challenging racial gerrymandering and undermining efforts to build a multiracial democracy in the United States.

The ruling is inconsistent with international human rights  treaties binding on the United States that require the US to protect the right to vote without discrimination and  prohibit policies that have the effect of discriminating based on race, whatever their purported intent.

The Supreme Court reversed a lower court ruling that found South Carolina Republican state legislators discriminated against Black voters when drawing recent congressional maps. The lower court found the South Carolina map violated the right to equal protection of the law under the US Constitution.

When the South Carolina  legislature redrew Congressional District 1 in 2021, it removed hundreds of thousands of residents from the district, including more than 60 percent of Black residents in Charleston County. Even the state’s appointed mapmaker admitted the new map created “ tremendous racial disparity .” The result ensures that Black South Carolinians will only have a meaningful chance to elect  one of seven representatives to the US Congress, despite making up over  one quarter of the state’s population.

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