Gifts for nomads | The Press

Travel has resumed its cruising speed. It is therefore more than ever time to pack small attentions for loved ones itchy by the itchy feet.

An inflated lounge chair

It’s not always easy to transport furniture or find a place to sit, especially abroad. The design furniture brand Fatboy offers this inflatable lounge chair, light and very mobile once repackaged, which can be installed on a beach, in a park or on the edge of a swimming pool. Available in five colors and very resistant, it supports up to 200 kg.

Lamzac 3.0 inflatable lounger, $149

Balms to keep in shape

We often take a lot of it when traveling, and that’s why a little balm under the elbow is always welcome. The Quebec company Bäum manufactures a range of small lotions specially designed for travel, with ten variants inspired by international cities (Bali, Amsterdam, Istanbul, etc.), all with specific properties. They apply to the lips, but also to other parts of the body. For example, the Bogota balm also reduces dark circles.

Bäum Travel Balms, $12 each or $94 gift set of 8 variations

Here your captain from the cabin

One of your loved ones dreams of flying a plane, but can’t even manage to drive his car like the world? No problem, you can invite him to cut his teeth in complete safety on the new flight simulator installed at the Marriott hotel at Montreal airport. You sit in the full-size cockpit of an A320 and perform take-off, landing and piloting maneuvers like a real captain, flying over a choice of some 24,000 airports around the world, supported by a professional instructor .

AviaSim, from $129 for one hour

Indulge in hiking

Successful hiking often requires preparation. These two recent books to give away can help keen walkers sharpen their shoes. The long hikes of Quebec, by Frédérique Sauvée, introduces you to 25 long-term courses in the province, for all levels. As for Beer hikes in Quebecby Bianca Pomerleau, it offers 40 outdoor routes ending with a microbrewery to quench your thirst at the end of the route.

The long hikes of QuebecThe Editions of Man, $32.95
Beer hikes in QuebecQuebec America, $26.95

A little breeze in the pocket

This little gadget that has started to appear on the shelves of electronics stores and some pharmacies could be useful in hot countries. The USB fan plugs into a mobile device (phone or tablet) to produce a modest, yet pleasant breeze. In addition, it is energy efficient and… really inexpensive.

Mini Fan (for Apple devices only—Lightning plug), $0.99 at Addison

A surprise gift box

A friend, relative or partner eager for extraordinary experiences? This Discovery gift package offers a choice of 58 selected activities, some of which are thrilling: driving a Ferrari on the circuit, helicopter ride, parachute jump… there are also yoga sessions and top-of-the-range gastronomic experiences.

Prestige Discovery Box, $299