One of the most exciting parts of traveling is none other than selecting souvenirs that you can take back home with you and remind you of your adventures for the rest of your life. Reliving cherished memories through souvenirs that you can either use practically in your everyday life, like tumblers or clothing items, or even through decorative items that can fill your daily space with, like paintings of the landscapes you’ve visited, gives you that special warm feeling inside that makes your travel senses tingle again.
In the spirit of keeping your travel memories alive, we’ve listed up 4 perfect travel-themed decor items for your home, to get as souvenirs on your trips.
1. Seashell Ornaments
The first must-get travel-themed decoration is seashells. Seashells are a go-to travel-themed decor item because many of us have experienced the very special and heartwarming feeling you get picking through the glinting seashell debris on the beach with the wind in your hair, the smell of salt in your nostrils, and the sand between your toes. Every time you see a seashell ornament on the mantel of your fireplace or placed strategically on a bookshelf, the memory of carefully selecting the prettiest possible shells with the most unique pattern or shape and the most vibrant color scratches an itch in your brain.
2. Paintings or Prints That Relive the Sights You've Seen
Whether you want to reminisce about soaking up the sun under the Tuscan sun, traversing the Great Wall of China, or even an American landscape you took in on your van road trip through the States, there’s a painting for every occasion.
On that note, if you’re into van travel, check out our article on 5 ways to help smooth into van life.
Back to the topic at hand, a painting or print of one of the beautiful travel destinations you’ve visited, not only makes for a long-lasting keepsake but will also elevate the personal touch of your home.
Even if you miss the opportunity to grab a painting like this on your trip, there are plenty of online stores specializing in them that you can order from worldwide. For instance, you can get a treasure trove of Giclée prints from PastelBrush, one of the best providers of digital art that will make you feel something.
3. Magnets to Crowd Your Fridge
Another must-get travel souvenir is none other than magnets for your fridge. This decoration is becoming a rare sight to see as many people opt for minimalist decor in their homes, and somehow magnets always seem to crowd the fridge, counterproductive to the essence of minimalism. However, we’re hoping that this nostalgic deco exercise makes a comeback. There’s nothing better than looking at photos and notes pinned to your fridge with magnets that have cheesy images and destinations written in overly large text all over them. We reckon that you can lean into your kitsch aesthetic sense by using this particular travel-themed decoration.
4. A Huge Map That You Can Pin Your Travels On
Whether you prefer to travel internationally or locally, getting a huge map where you can pin all of the places that you have traveled to not only makes a stunning house accessory but also will give you a sense of accomplishment/admiration for yourself when you take a step back and look at all of the places you have been. There are a number of these maps available that are perfect to either hang in your bedroom for your personal enjoyment or even in the living room where your guests can take it in, too.
These are only a few of the travel-themed decorations that you can display in your house. Which ones do you think look the best? Let us know in the comments!
