Five Star Gift Ideas

For a son who loves traveling to historic landmarks, there are plenty of thoughtful and meaningful gift options that can enhance his passion. Here are some ideas:

1. Travel Guidebooks: Help your son explore historic sites with comprehensive travel guidebooks focused on specific regions or countries. Look for guides that offer detailed information about the history, significance, and key attractions of famous landmarks.

2. Scratch-Off World Map: A scratch-off world map is a fun and interactive way for your son to track his travels and showcase the historic landmarks he has visited. With every new adventure, he can scratch off the countries or cities he has explored, creating a personalized visual representation of his journeys.

3. Camera or GoPro: Encourage your son to capture the beauty and history of the landmarks he visits by gifting him a high-quality camera or a GoPro. A good camera will allow him to take stunning photographs, preserving memories of his trips and creating a visual diary of his travel experiences.

4. Subscription to a History Magazine: Treat your son to a subscription of a history-focused magazine, providing him with regular updates on notable historic sites, stories, and discoveries from around the world. This gift will keep him engaged and connected to his passion year-round.

5. Replica of a Historic Artifact or Artifact Puzzle: Surprise your son with a replica of a significant artifact from a historic landmark he has visited or hopes to see someday. It could be a miniature model of a famous monument, a replica of an ancient artifact, or even an intricate artifact puzzle for him to assemble and display.

6. Guided Tour or Experience: Consider booking a guided tour or experience to a historic landmark that your son has always dreamed of visiting. Whether it's a guided tour of ancient ruins, a walking tour of a historical city, or a cruise to witness iconic landmarks, this gift will offer him an unforgettable and immersive experience.

7. History Book Collection: Expand your son's knowledge of historic landmarks by curating a collection of books that delve into the stories, legends, and significance of these places. Look for well-researched books written by renowned historians or travel writers that can transport him to different eras and civilizations.

8. Customized Travel Journal: Gift your son a personalized travel journal where he can document his experiences, discoveries, and reflections while visiting historic landmarks. Ensure it has sections dedicated to recording interesting facts, sketches, and photos, providing him with a keepsake to remember his adventures by.

Remember, the most important aspect of any gift is the thought and effort behind it. Think about your son's specific interests within historic landmarks and choose a gift that aligns with those passions, creating a memorable and personal experience for him.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”