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Kindle Paperwhite
About $139
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Gifts for Someone Far Away
Shrinks the distance a little
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Long distance, whether a move across the country or a semester overseas, makes gift giving trickier than usual. This list favors things that ship well and hold up in transit, keepsakes and treats that arrive intact and feel personal, so the miles between you feel a little shorter when the box shows up.
The picks
All 12 picks at a glance
- 1Kindle PaperwhiteAbout $139
- 2Sony WH CH720N Wireless Noise Canceling HeadphonesAbout $148
- 3Harry & David Deluxe Fruit and Gourmet TowerAbout $110
- 4Polaroid Now Instant CameraAbout $100
- 5JBL Go 3 Portable SpeakerAbout $40
- 6Hydro Flask 21oz Standard Mouth BottleAbout $40
- 7See's Candies Assorted Chocolates Box 1 lbAbout $28
- 8Owala FreeSip 24oz Water BottleAbout $28
- 9Bombas Quarter Socks 4 PackAbout $24
- 10Rifle Paper Co. Letter Writing SetAbout $24
- 11Death Wish Coffee Whole Bean BagAbout $20
- 12Moleskine Cahier Journal Set of 3About $15
All 12 picks
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How these guides work
What is a good gift to mail someone far away?
Items that travel well without breaking, like books, snacks, or small keepsakes, tend to arrive in the best condition compared to anything fragile or perishable.
How do you make a long distance gift feel personal?
A handwritten note included with the package goes a long way, along with picking something tied specifically to their interests rather than something entirely generic.
What should I avoid shipping as a gift?
Avoid anything fragile, perishable without proper packaging, or anything requiring refrigeration, since international shipping times can vary quite widely depending on the exact final destination.
Where can I buy these gifts?
Every pick lists three or four stores that actually sell that kind of thing: Amazon, plus places like Target, Walmart, Best Buy, Sephora, Nordstrom, Etsy, REI or the brand's own site. Each button opens that store's search for the exact item, so you can buy wherever you already shop. Compare prices checks the rest of the web.
Does a brand pay to be in this guide?
No. Placement is never for sale. Giftella may earn a small affiliate commission if you buy through a link here, at no extra cost to you, and that never decides what makes the list.
Giftella may earn a small commission when you buy through some links on this page, such as Amazon, at no extra cost to you. The other store links are plain searches with nothing added. Prices and availability are set by each retailer and change often, so treat what you see here as a starting point rather than a quote. Every pick is chosen by a Giftella editor. No brand pays for a place in a guide.