Gifts for frequent flyers who can't sleep on planes

People who fly often already own a passport holder and a luggage tag. What most of them don't have is a way to actually sleep on board. These gifts are all about that, plus a few carry-on extras that make long trips easier.

For sleeping

• A head support that stops forward drop. A headrest strap or sleep sling kit holds their head back against the seat, which a regular neck pillow doesn't. See the five types compared.
• A blackout eye mask with deep eye cups, if their head support doesn't include one.
• Good earplugs or noise-cancelling headphones. Headphones are the bigger gift; quality foam earplugs are a cheap stocking filler.
• Warm travel socks for when the shoes come off.

For the carry-on

• A refillable water bottle that fits the seat pocket.
• A power bank. Power banks must go in the carry-on, not checked bags, so pick one within airline limits.
• A universal plug adapter with USB ports.
• A small wash bag with a toothbrush, lip balm and moisturiser for arrival.

Making it a better gift

• Check their trip date. Order early enough to arrive before they fly.
• Pick things that pack small. Frequent flyers travel light and resent bulky gifts.
• Gift a pair. If they travel with a partner, two of the same sleep kit means neither one stays awake.

For a full list of what to bring on board, see what to pack to sleep on a plane.