{"id":59228,"date":"2017-03-28T14:36:36","date_gmt":"2017-03-28T19:36:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=59228"},"modified":"2017-04-13T13:11:55","modified_gmt":"2017-04-13T18:11:55","slug":"7-ways-give-college-grad-gift-travel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/7-ways-give-college-grad-gift-travel\/","title":{"rendered":"7 ways to give your grad the gift of travel"},"content":{"rendered":"

According to a Swarthmore College survey<\/a>, 14% of the class of 2016 said they planned to travel upon graduation. And it\u2019s a growing trend for many new grads looking for a chance to go out and explore the world before entering the workforce. If you know someone who\u2019s wrapping up their college career, here are some ways you can help them enjoy their big post-graduation trip.<\/p>\n

RELATED<\/strong>: The absolute five best college football towns for haters<\/a><\/p>\n

Pamper them with lounge access<\/strong>
\nChilling in an airport lounge pre- and post-flights is a great way to kickoff an excellent adventure. Many airlines, like United for instance, allow to you buy one-time passes for its airport clubs. If you\u2019re not sure which airline your grad is flying, opt for programs like Priority Pass, which offer access to around 700 lounges around the world. There are different levels of membership, depending on how many lounge visits you want to plan for.<\/p>\n

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Book them a hip hotel using Orbucks<\/strong>
\nMost college kids with travel experience have spent their fair share of time sleeping in hostels. But now that they\u2019re graduating, it\u2019s probably time for them to graduate into a little luxury, as well. If you’re an Orbitz Rewards<\/a> member, you can redeem your Orbucks on a room they\u2019d probably not splurge for on their own (if you’re not a member yet, you can join here for free<\/a>). Of course, Orbitz Rewards members get exclusive deals and Insider Prices<\/a>, too, so you\u2019ll easily find a rate that\u2019s not available anywhere else. Need some recs? If they\u2019re exploring Paris, the chic Buddha-Bar Hotel Paris<\/a> is a great grown-up experience; in Hong Kong, The Langham<\/a> offers an elevated tourist experience.<\/p>\n

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Help them learn a new language<\/strong>
\nIf you know they\u2019re heading to a non-English speaking country, they might need to brush up on some key phrases (\u201cwhere\u2019s the bathroom?\u201d is always an important one). Computer programs and apps can be helpful for travelers before they go abroad. If you\u2019re looking for a budget-friendly gift that\u2019ll aid them on their journey, programs such as Babbel and Yabla are the way to go and cost under $15.<\/p>\n

Give them your miles<\/strong>
\nSome airlines allow you to gift your miles to another member for a flight or an upgrade, or will let you use them to book a trip in someone else\u2019s name. Check with your frequent flier programs to learn about the rules. If that doesn’t work, you can always search for deals and book them a cheap flight at Orbitz.com<\/a> without having to pony up your miles.<\/p>\n

ALSO<\/strong>: Graduate to a new level of discounts by joining Orbitz Rewards!<\/a><\/p>\n

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Hook them up with a passport<\/strong>
\nOkay, you can\u2019t actually get them a passport, but you can make the process of obtaining one a little bit easier. Download the forms from the government\u2019s US Department of State site<\/a>, print them, and include them in a card along with a check for the fee (which is usually around $135). The passport is good for 10 years, so this is gift that keeps on giving.<\/p>\n

Get them there faster<\/strong>
\nOnce they get to their destination, they\u2019re going to want to hit the ground running. Save them time from trying to figure out a foreign transit system or waiting in a taxi line by taking care of the ground transportation <\/a>for them. From most airports, you\u2019ll be able to book everything from a shared shuttle bus to a private luxury town car.<\/p>\n

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Send them on an unforgettable experience<\/strong>
\nSo maybe they have the flight booked and know where they\u2019re staying. But chances are they don\u2019t have the whole itinerary planned. Surprise them with an adventure they\u2019ll never forget. The options are limitless: a nighttime helicopter ride<\/a> in Vegas; a zip-lining adventure\u00a0<\/a> in Cancun; a Harbor Bridge climb<\/a> in Sydney; and a private Murano Island excursion<\/a> in Venice. The sky really is the limit.<\/p>\n

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