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Can you image if all your favorite people in the word lived close by? Being able to spend quality time together is truly the best gift of all. Alas, life doesn't always work that way and you can find yourself at quite a distance from those who matter most. But absence makes the heart grow fonder, as they say! You know what also helps? Sending them something thoughtful like a care package.
If you've found yourself at a bit of a loss as to what to send to your significant other, best friend, or family that's far away, start with these best long-distance gift ideas. There are plenty of customized gifts like coordinating necklaces and matching mugs that will keep you connected on a daily basis. A touch of personalization can really go a long way! Take a scroll through and find which option suits your relationship best. Then be prepared to let these long-distance gifts make you feel closer together, no matter how far apart you are in reality.
Alex Drummond swears by this travel tote. And if you want to give your long-distance recipient an excuse to visit, this is it! It's the perfect size for a weekend away or as a carry-on during flights. It has a separate compartment at the bottom for shoes, too.
You can still have a coffee date with your bestie! Simply customize this mug to show your state and hers along with your names, and then FaceTime as you sip.
Fill these letters (and your partner) up with love. Complete with eight fill-in-the-blank pages with specific prompts, this set is the perfect gift to provide your partner with love and encouragement from afar.
Is there anything better than classic best friend heart necklaces? Well, yes! These versions can be engraved with initials for the ultimate personalization. You can purchase them in gold or silver.
Are they away from the one they truly love most? No, not you. They probably miss their dog or their cat more! This little trinket dish can be personalized with a photo of their pet. Choose from several fun colors and designs.
Maybe you travel for work, are going away for school, or are in the military. This customizable countdown calendar will make it easier to know just how long it will be until you get to see them again. It can be hung or purchased with a stand.
Anyone who enjoys tea will always welcome a gift box full of new flavors. Show them extra love by sending them heart-shaped tea bags instead! They'll get five each of English breakfast, earl gray, and white berry teas.
Three fresh little succulents are a lovely way to show you care. What's great about this gift box is that it doubles as a planter, so they don't have to be replanted. Easy peasy!
Who doesn't love a stuffed animal to squeeze when missing their loved one? Warmies are even better though because you can pop them in the microwave for a soothing snuggle.
Are they far from home? Remind them of their roots with a beautifully scented candle. All the states and several cities are available, each with a burn time of up to 80 hours.
Fill them with love by giving them a sweet treat to snack on! These gourmet shortbread cookies are made with six simple ingredients, plus love, of course. You can customize them with a personalized message.
Give them a little dose of your love each day by giving them a jar of these capsules. They come with 50 blank messages that you can write your own words on, then fold them up and let them pop a pill each day when they miss you.
Digital picture frames are an easy way to display photos and be able to switch them out whenever you want. Aura allows you or anyone else the ability to upload new photos from anywhere in the world with free, unlimited storage.
With this bracelet, you can reach out and touch someone―literally! All you have to do is tap your bracelet and the connected bracelet you gift to your loved one will light up and vibrate. They're rechargeable with a four-day battery life.
Sending flowers is always a good idea. An even better idea is sending a dried bouquet. They look just as pretty but will last months if not years. The vase selection is optional.
If the way to their heart is through their stomach, send them a gift package that will keep them full and satisfied. This option comes with soup or mac and cheese, dinner rolls, and cookies, along with a ladle, an apron, a kitchen towel, and an oven mitt.
Sync up with your friends or family with coordinating lamps. All you have to do is touch your lamp and a Wi-Fi signal will connect to their lamp and change colors to alert them that you're thinking of them. You can buy two or up to six in a set!
Give them all the essentials they need to travel in one convenient kit. They'll get a total of 18 items including a phone stand, eye mask, breath drops, mending kit, lip balm, bandaids, and much more.
Did you know you can send someone a personalized message from a celebrity? It's true! Cameo has hundreds of options, many of them under $50. And yes, the messages really do come from the person!