Holiday shopping list: Global gifts that will make anyone want to travel more

The FP teams worldwide adventures brought some cool gift ideas thatʼll make you feel like a globe-trotter (even if youre stuck at home)

From spicy Caribbean flavors to Euro-style gear our staff picked items that bring far-away places right to your doorstep; here are some top picks that wont break the bank

• Ravi Agrawal loves Jamaican scotch bonnet sauce thats sweet-and-spicy (around $7)
• Allison Meakem switched to kindle paperwhite: its perfect for travel and pool-side reading
• Shannon Schweitzer suggests premium spanish tinned fish boxes that bring porto vibes home
• Rishi Iyengar found comfy barefoot shoes great for long-haul flights

For outdoor adventures Sasha Polakow-Suransky recommends nomatic travel pack - its perfect for those quick three-day trips when you dont want checked bags. The pack expands from 20 to 30 liters which is pretty cool

Tea-lovers should check out dammann frères advent calendar says Chloe Hadavas who discovered this french brand during her recent paris trip. Its fancy but worth it for those who want to taste different blends

For home-bodies Jennifer Williams suggests DIY book nook kits that let you build mini-libraries: theyre super-detailed and fun to make. Meanwhile Rylie Munn loves her italian-made marcato pasta machine that makes perfect fettuccine every time

Practical gifts include Amelia Lesters aussie sunscreen pick (its not available in US yet) and Alexandra Sharps woodwick candles that make crackling sounds like a tiny fireplace

For music fans Stefan Theil has a smart idea: gift cards for local orchestra shows - its better than more stuff right. And if someone likes world news Foreign Policy has a special holiday deal on their insider subscription

Remember to shop early this year cause some of these cool items ship from pretty far away