Whether you’re preparing for the holiday season or wondering what gifts to share with loved ones, we’ve put together our top 10 picks for those who enjoy the RV lifestyle, camping and exploring – from the most lavish (beautifully crafted New Zealand flatplack hono furniture) through to affordable stocking stuffers (Getting Lost travel game).
Hot barbecue design: Weber Traveler Portable Barbecue
Wherever you might venture, you can enjoy hassle-free cooking with the Weber Traveler Portable Barbecue. Featuring the quality design elements Weber is famous for, this versatile barbecue is specifically created as the ultimate solution for adventure lifestyle seekers looking for portability and performance in one compact package. Weighing in at less than 18kgs and just 80cm-wide it could well become your favourite travel companion.
Sun protection: BLUNT UV Coastal Collection
Enjoy the bliss of sun-kissed beaches, relaxing poolside or exploring the great Kiwi outdoors, with the BLUNT UV Coastal Collection offering a 50+ UPF canopy that blocks 99% of UV light. Designed for year-round protection and seamless transitions from sunny to rainy weather, these divinely designed umbrellas perfectly complement sun-smart practices like SPF 50+ sunscreen, protective clothing, and seeking shade. Available in Metro and Classic styles.
Have furniture, will travel: hono
If you like to travel in style, this New Zealand-designed and made collection of hono furniture takes flatpack kitsets to the next level. Meticulously crafted, the innovative design includes a bar leaner and stools, all of which can be packed down and easily stored for your RV or camping travels. The earth-friendly sustainable materials also bring the convenience of tool-free assembly. Made with love in beautiful Mount Maunganui.
Getting lost
Travel with a fresh sense of anticipation and embrace new adventures, guided by fun suggestions from the Getting Lost travel game. The Kiwi-designed and made card game helps reinvigorate a sense of joy and the ability to discover hidden gems off the beaten track, perhaps even while exploring your own backyard. The perfect gift for friends and family, choose a themed set to best suit their interests – whether dog walking, camping, cycling or the Christmas edition.
Hydration on the go: CaliWoods
Insulated drink bottles have become the must-have accessory, for practicality as well as convenience. Keep hydrated wherever your travels take you and enjoy chilled drinks over summer and warm brews during winter, with these dual-walled Dawny Adventure Club drink bottles, available from sustainable-focused Kiwi business CaliWoods. Ranging in size 530ml from up to the whopper 1.9L they’re also available in a rainbow of enticing colours.
Bags of style: Dobson & Sons
Whether you’re a beach lover or appreciate being organised in your RV, these Dobson & Sons swim bags are useful year-round. Throw your wet beach gear in them over summer or use them for keeping extra jumpers and footwear dry on winter adventures. The PVC waterproof bags can be personalised with your initial of choice. Just one of the many clever innovations from a Kiwi family-owned business which started in Hawera in 1949. Plus $5 from every bag sold is dedicated to your NZ school of choice.
Ninja Blast portable blender
Blending on the move is now possible thanks to the portable Ninja Blast, a compact on-the-go blender ideal for making icy treats, frozen smoothies or even blending nuts and seeds for healthy toppings. Compact in size but big on power, this cordless, leakproof offering comes with a durable battery that can blend up to 15 times on a single charge. Plus it fits in a car or RV cupholder and includes a BPA-free anti-spill lid.
Geared for grip: Teva HydraTek
Put your best foot forward and enjoy exploring in comfort and confidence, with Teva HydraTek sandals. This innovative sandal is designed to perform on wet surfaces (with a technology design inspired by tree frog traction!). Plus they’re stylish and comfortable enough to wear all day, every day. Also featuring quick dry-webbing, lightweight comfort and high performance. Available in a range of men’s and women’s styles.
Solving life’s messy moments: Shark MessMaster
The one occasion when gifting a cleaning gadget is acceptable – this epic Shark MessMaster Portable Wet-Dry Vacuum is a game-changer when it comes to dealing with life’s messy moments, whether wet or dry. As well as having awesome suction, it’s also self-cleaning and can rinse itself in seconds, cleaning out the hose and dustbin just by vacuuming up a cup of water. Ideal for a regular deep clean of your motorhome, caravan and home. Lightweight and portable it’s the perfect gift for combatting chaos.
Snacks on the go: stainless bento lunch box
The perfect solution for packing snacks for holiday adventures and day trips, as well as the ideal storage solution for your RV or camping holiday. The leakproof stainless steel lunchbox has five compartments for keeping food separated and fresh. Featuring food-grade silicone inserts and a secure roller clip opening, the eco-friendly lunchboxes are safe and durable for a lifetime of performance.
