For the Traveling Man
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By Casey Kettleson
in Gift Guides
on June 17, 2010
Father's Day is coming up (this Sunday) and you better not forget. Here are a few of our favorite gift ideas for dads always on the go.
If your father favors remote islands to his remote control, then consider appeasing his adventurous side this Father's Day with gifts designed to help him get more places in style:
The iPad. Sure they start at $499, but dad will be able to read the paper (NYTimes, Wall Street Journal), play games (Scrabble), look at family pictures, check the weather and more with just one perfect gadget. Get one for dad and then download FlightTrack, an app that can manage dad's travel by providing real-time flight information, weather updates, and customized alerts. Mobiata has launched a new version of this top-selling travel app for the iPad and it can be found in the iPad App Store for $4.99.
The story of Hermès is a voyage – and one dad would probably want to take. Voyage d'Hermès Eau de Toilette is lively and reassuring, new and familiar. Radiant and soft, it is a woody fresh, musky scent. The bottle features a protective swivel cap and is refillablable making it perfect for traveling. 1.2 fl.oz for $90.00.
And now for some more classic, yet-travel perfect gift options: A little whimsical, Banana Republic's Airplane Cuff Links, $39, are a classic Father's Day gift – and something he can wear both on and off the plane.
Found at Flight001 (store of all things travel) Knomo London's Rocha Messenger Brief, $199, is just the kind of carry-on dad will use and you'll be able to stand as well.
Another classic gift? The polo shirt. Duh. We're loving Robert Redd's Murdoch shirt, $95.
Let dad hear what he wants to hear during those long flights with Bose QuietComfort headphones, $299.
And a passport cover, $33, might seem rather obvious, but we always see poor dads in line at Customs with their weathered blue books. Renew their sense of adventure with a brand new cover this Father's Day.
The Art of Shaving's Carry On Kit, $50, guarantees dad optimal shaving results by providing our favorite leading men with the essentials for a close and comfortable shave. The pouch is designed with a zip top closure for secure transport and is ideal for packing into daddy dearest's carry on luggage.
Is your dad more of a player than a traveling man? Check out our other Father's Day gift guide here.