If your dad is always on the go, you have probably developed your own special traditions for staying close when distance presents inevitable challenges. These presents can help you stay connected or simply make your dad’s life better during his professional adventures. Whether your dad adores travel or simply embraces it as part of his job, he is sure to appreciate any of these gifts for frequent travelers.
ObVus Solutions Wireless Foldable Keyboard
The minder keyboard from obVus Solutions can make business travel easier for your dad in several ways. For one thing, the foldable keyboard can empower him to comfortable enjoy a full-size keyboard without having to pack anything bulky. When folded, it's just as thin as a smart phone and only slightly bigger, so your dad can easily carry it in a briefcase. The keyboard's ergonomic design helps prevent strain and injury. It has an integrated touchpad, and its 40 hours of work-time battery capacity helps keep it powered for whenever your dad needs to do work during his travels. Shop Now: $49.99 from obVus Solutions
Nixplay 9.7-Inch Smart Photo Frame
Nixplay’s 9.7-inch smart photo frame is a digital frame that’s connected to WiFi. It’s sure to be a memorable Father’s Day gift when you celebrate your dad through shared photos. Then, when your dad is traveling for business, easily send him photos and videos through social media sites or the Nixplay app. That can be a fun way for your dad to stay quickly updated on what’s going on with his family while he’s on the road. The Nixplay frame is designed with its patented power cord that also serves as an adjustable stand. Shop Now: $247.49 from Nixplay at the time of publication
Philips Sonicare 9900 Prestige
Rather than rely on subpar toothbrushes that hotels may supply, your dad will appreciate the luxurious Philips Sonicare 9900 Prestige. This state-of-the-art toothbrush is compact and comes with a sleek travel case that’s made with vegan leather. It has a 14-day battery life and can be charged with the USB cable that comes with the toothbrush, so your dad won’t need to travel with a bulky charger. This is the brand’s most advanced power toothbrush yet. It’s designed to help improve the user’s brushing habits over time, so it’s an especially good gift for dads who are hoping to improve their dental care habits. Shop Now: $299.95 from Philips Sonicare
NETGEAR Nighthawk M5 5G WiFi 6 Mobile Router
NETGEAR’s Nighthawk M5 5G WiFi 6 Mobile Router is a terrific gift for dads who need to a strong WiFi connection throughout their travels. It is so small that it can fit right into the palm of your dad's hand, and it's easy to pack it securely in a carry-on bag or even a briefcase. The mobile router has a strong battery that provides up to 13 hours of power on a single charge, which can come in handy during a long day of travel. Also, since it has a secure network, your dad won't have to worry about potentially putting sensitive information at risk on public WiFi connections. Shop Now: $699.99 from NETGEAR
American Tourister Stratum XLT 28" Spinner
Empower your dad to travel in style with professional-looking luggage that's fun to carry along on all his travels. American Tourister's Stratum XLT 28" Spinner is specious enough for anything a business traveler could need on even a long work trip. It's also lightweight so it's easy to carry through the airport, and it's durable so your dad won't have to worry about the hassle of damaged luggage. This spinner suitcase also has convenient packing features like a mesh pocket to help your dad stay organized on business trips. Shop Now: $149.99 from American Tourister
Humanscale Design Studio Ergonomic Foot Rocker
If your dad spends a lot of time sitting at his desk and on flights for travel, you may worry that he’s not getting enough movement. The Humanscale FR500 foot rocker is an award-winning foot rocker that can keep your dad’s feet moving while he’s working from home or in his hotel room. It’s designed to offer instant relief from the strain of prolonged sitting. The rocker engages the lower leg muscles and helps increase circulation. It also relieves pressure on the lower back. Shop Now: $99 from Humanscale
Simply Smart Home PhotoShare Digital Frame
You can fill Simply Smart Home’s digital frame with photos of you and your dad (and the rest of the family) before presenting it to him on Father’s Day. It is a gift that’s sure to wow him throughout the year because you can continue sending him new photos. Imagine his delight when he received instant photo updates from home while he’s on a business trip. The digital frame is easy to pack and connects by an easy-to-use app that empowers you to send 50 photos at once right to the frame from your smartphone. You can share the designated email with other family members who can also send your dad photo updates directly to the frame. Shop Now: $124.99 from Simply Smart Home
Erin Condren Navy Ombre Accordion Zipper Pouch
Business travelers need to find ways to stay organized when their work preparation area may be a hotel room or the taxi on the way to a business meeting. Erin Condren’s accordion zipper pouch is a smart system for keeping office supplies organized on the go, and it’s easy to store and pack for short or long trips. Shop Now: $14 from Erin Condren
The Tula Mic
The Tula Mic is a snazzy, aesthetically pleasing microphone that will help your dad make a strong impression when he’s attending virtual meetings during his business travels. With an ultra-fast USB-C, the Tula will work with your dad’s computer as a microphone for ZOOM meetings, creating presentations, and much more. Also, if your dad needs to record notes when he’s away from his computer, the mic has its own internal memory and function keys so that he can serve as a recorder on its own without a computer. Shop Now: $229 from Tula
Youzey Cell Phone Sterilizer & Wireless Charger
This cell phone sterilizer and wireless charger from Youzey is a thoughtful present that can help protect your dad during his business travels. One thing that many travelers don’t quite realize is that they are touching many potentially germ-laden things during one walk through the airport or one plane ride. Then they can spread any germs they touch directly to their smartphone. This multifunctional device can kill 99 percent of the germs on your dad’s phone, mask, keys, or glasses when he uses this UV sterilizer. It can kill germs in crevices that disinfectant wipes just can’t reach. It looks professional and is easy to pack in any briefcase, backpack, or suitcase. Shop Now: $49 from Youzey
Weatherman Travel Umbrella
As its name suggests, Weatherman’s The Travel Umbrella was designed to perfectly meet the needs of frequent travelers. For one thing, it offers extra protection for dads who need to go on with business as usual even when bad weather hits the cities they're traveling in. It's made of industrial-strength fiberglass and water-repellent fabric woven with Teflon to resist water. It is also small enough to easily fit in a briefcase or duffel bag. This stylish umbrella is available in seven colors, including dusty blue and mango. Shop Now: $54 from Weatherman
ObVus Solutions Minder Laptop Tower Stand
Long hours spent on a laptop can be stressful for any business traveler. This laptop tower stand from obVus Solutions is a gift that can make it more comfortable for your dad to work from his hotel room. He can easily position the stand for correct eye-level positioning of the laptop screen to minimize eyestrain. Since the tower stand only weighs four pounds, it's travel-friendly and can even fit into many briefcases. Shop Now: $74.99 from obVus Solutions
Samsara Luggage Carry-on
Samsara’s Carry-on is a high-tech treat for any dad who travels often for business. It was designed to empower business travelers to work from anywhere. With features to help travelers stay productive even during a layover, the suitcase does double-duty as a portable workstation. Its flat top surface lets you set up your laptop on top, and the smart unit has a USB-C port for charging multiple electronic devices as needed. Furthermore, your dad can connect the unit to the Samsara app to stay informed any time your luggage is being opened when he’s not around. Shop Now: $299 from Samsara Luggage
Mumi Design Packing Cubes
Sometimes practical gifts are the best presents! This set of five packing cubes from mumi is fantastic for dads who aspire to be more organized while traveling for work. The packing cubes will help your dad be more efficient with his time. With five different sizes in the pack, there is room for all the essentials. The larger cubes can keep clothes neatly compressed, and smaller ones can hold items like pens and other business travel accessories. The mesh top on the cubes allow will allow your dad to see what is in each cube so he can grab what he needs whenever he wants it. The set of packing cubes is available in accent colors like yellow, blue, and lavender. Shop Now: $49.90 from mumi
Drybar’s Baby Buttercup Travel Blow-Dryer
A travel-sized, high-powered blow dryer is a great gift for frequent travelers who want to get on with their day quickly after their shower. At a time when people are more conscious than ever of the germs that can be spread in hotel rooms, your dad will appreciate being able to travel with his own blow dryer instead of relying on subpar ones in hotels. It conveniently folds at its handle, and it has two heat settings along with a cool shot button. Shop Now: $135 from Drybar
Sidetrak Portable Monitor for Laptop
Here’s a gift that can have an immediate impact. SideTrak is a portable laptop monitor that helps your dad increase his productivity during business trips. In fact, a second monitor can increase productivity by 20 to 30 percent, according to a report in The New York Times. When your dad isn’t in his office with two computer monitors set up, this full HD IPS monitor can easily attach to his laptop for a streamlined work experience. The SideTrak monitor can easily fit into a laptop bag or briefcase. Shop Now: $299.99 from Amazon
Fjällräven Kånken Art Laptop Bag
For dads who enjoy business accessories with artistic flair, Fjällräven’s Kånken Art professional laptop bag is sure to be a big hit on Father’s Day. Designed by illustrator and animator Linn Fritz, the vegan bag was created in part to help raise awareness about the plastic waste that’s all too often dumped into the world’s oceans. Made of a durable and water-resistant material that’s formed from recycled plastic and organic cotton, the compact bag will fit easily under an airplane seat. That makes it an especially good choice for dads who take frequent business trips. Shop Now: $120 from Fjällräven
Ally’s Lockable Storage Boxes
If your dad is often traveling with medications, CBD items, supplements, jewelry, cash, or other personal items, a storage container with a secure lock is a thoughtful gift to take a lot of worries out of business travel. Ally’s lockable storage containers are phthalate and PVC-free, and they are safe for food. In fact, they’re designed to be safe for storage in the fridge or freezer. These storage boxes are stackable if your dad decides to get another one. Your dad deserves his privacy at home or on the road, and he’ll appreciate that acknowledgment with this present. Also, this practical, high-quality gift can be enjoyed for years to come. Shop Now: $85 from Ally