To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at North Bluegrass News asked our friends at The Grommet for their latest and greatest practical gift suggestions for 2021.
These guides are geared towards specific interests. You’ll be able to find something for even the toughest person on your Christmas shopping list.
Top 5 Travel Gifts
1) Collapsible Water Bottle with Spout

Hydaway: Collapsible Water Bottle with Spout - Plum - 17 oz
2) Giant Laminated World Wall Map

This giant world map works great as both an educational resource and a stylish print on your wall. It features every country in a different color, displaying all major towns and cities with capital cities marked clearly.
3) Mini Grippers - Set of 2 Pair

These ice grippers make walking on snow and ice safer. Suitable for adults as well as teenagers and older children, Nordic Grip Minis are ideal to wear in any snow or icy conditions. They pull on to the toe box of all types of footwear: formal shoes, trainers, boots, high heels and rain boots .
4) Vegan Leather Wallet

Hail the TAXI Wallet for a slim, sturdy, and loyal companion. Find your bills when you’re ready to pay, then slip receipts and business cards right into the center pocket—all while keeping ID’s and credit cards in the internal, extra secure pocket. Reviewers praise its streamlined, efficient construction.
5) Silicone Organization Band 3-Pack

Organize, wrap, and corral with packing bands that can help out with many jobs. This set of durable and stretchy silicone bands comes with three different sizes that can be linked to work together, or secure one to itself—there’s no metal parts to cause any scratches or snags. A band fits the bill for tasks like keeping clothes tidy in luggage (there’s even indicators for clean and dirty laundry), sealing open bags in the pantry and more.