You probably have a loved one who lives for travel. No sooner do they return from one epic voyage than they’re planning the next. Naturally, when it comes to birthday and holiday shopping for them each year, gifts for travelers seem like the obvious choice. What could be better?

The problem is, the globe-trotter in your life probably has plenty of travel gadgetry, items, and suitcases they need for their long flights or their next weekend getaway. They bought devices like the best-rated portable phone charger and a great pair of earbuds years ago. They definitely don’t need new packing cubes or carry-on bags because they currently have at least three extra luggage options in their closet. And don’t even think about giving them a neck pillow. They know they’ve got the perfect one already, and your feeble attempt to replace it with another great option is unlikely to persuade them otherwise.

You know what they probably don’t have, though? A solution to the jet lag that plagues them every time they arrive at one of their far-flung destinations. Just when they’re ready to leave their hotels for new experiences like hitting the beach, the slopes, or the Rijksmuseum, they’re overcome with a wave of fatigue. They can’t take in that magnificent Rembrandt while swaying on their feet, but when they get back to their hotel or Airbnb, they lie awake for hours. 

That’s a precious day (if not days) of their trip lost to brain fog, fatigue, bloating, and more — and no traveler wants that, especially when they're visiting a new place for the first time. Wouldn’t you be their gifting hero if you could give it back to them? The good news is, you can.

A Travel Recovery System That Addresses the Root Causes of Jet Lag

When looking for a useful travel gift for men or women who are constantly on the go, you can’t go wrong with a jet lag solution that lets them take maximum advantage of their valuable time away. Flykitt is that solution. It addresses the two main causes of jet lag — disrupted circadian rhythms and the inflammation caused by in-flight travel conditions — to overcome its devastating effects. Combining precisely formulated nutritional supplements, light management strategies, and a jet lag app that ensures the correct timing of each intervention, Flykitt constitutes a personalized travel recovery system for any adventurer. 

Disordered Circadian Rhythms

Like most seasoned travelers, your loved one probably knows that jet lag is tied to disruption in their circadian rhythm. It stands to reason that if their body thinks it’s 5 a.m., they’re not going to be too energetic when their Hong Kong host suggests going out for pre-dinner drinks. Furthermore, their internal clock governs not only the body’s wake/sleep cycle, but also hunger, appetite, and body temperature. It’s no wonder travelers suffer when their circadian rhythm is misaligned with their surroundings. 

The thing is, there are DIY strategies for addressing this problem, and your wanderlusting friend or relative may have tried them. Perhaps they routinely pack melatonin to help them get to sleep when their internal clock reads 4 p.m. They might even prep for travel by gradually adjusting their bedtimes and wake-up times earlier and earlier — or later and later — to more closely align their mind with their travel destination.

While well-intentioned, such imprecise tactics are seldom fully effective. Your travel enthusiast may not take their melatonin at the right time or at the optimal dosage for them — besides, melatonin can only promote sleep, not dispel drowsiness. In contrast, Flykitt’s carefully calibrated jet lag supplements support the body’s innate time-keeping systems. Taken at precisely and individually calculated intervals, they variously encourage sleep, increase alertness, and even prompt a “circadian reset.” 

The final component in Flykitt’s circadian regulation toolkit is its Unwind Glasses, which filter out 99% of disruptive blue light. Used in conjunction with the Mellow supplement, they enable fliers to fall and stay asleep. Even if their seatmate watches action thrillers all the way to Manila, you can have peace of mind knowing your loved one can still experience high-quality slumber and a hastier recovery.

Flight-Induced Inflammation

While disruption of circadian rhythms is a critical factor in jet lag, Flykitt’s founders believe that there’s an even more insidious one: inflammation. It accounts for the brain fog, frequent digestive woes (e.g., constipation, bloating, diarrhea), and even joint pain that conspire to make travelers miserable. It also wreaks havoc on their REM sleep, energy levels, and mood. 

This inflammation has two principal, interrelated causes: changes in cabin pressure and a reduced oxygen environment while flying. While passenger comfort has come a long way from the early days of air travel, when aircraft were completely unpressurized, cabins in today’s airplanes are typically only pressurized to 8,000 feet. That means when a plane picks up speed and takes off, it’s as though travelers are suddenly propelled to roughly the elevation of Mexico City. According to a study reported in the New England Journal of Medicine, this results in a 26% reduction in oxygen you’re breathing, and your body can’t catch up, leaving you with a 4 percentage-point reduction in blood oxygen saturation. Go too much further and you’d be hospitalized if you were on the ground.

Short of traveling with their own oxygen tank, your loved one won’t be able to do much about the fact that they’re taking in 26 percent less oxygen each time they inhale during their long flights. But thanks to Flykitt, they’ll be able to recover more quickly from — and even stave off — the resulting inflammation. Its Protect capsule contains vitamin C and organic pomegranate polyphenols that help block inflammation before it takes hold, while the highly concentrated omega-3 fatty acids in the Sustain supplement keep any residual inflammation in check. Without inflammation dragging them down, your lucky Flykitt recipient can hit the ground running when they reach their destination.

Give the Gift of Better Flight

If you thought the perfect gift for travelers didn’t exist, think again. Flykitt’s customizable travel kits offer the best present any adventurer could want: improved energy levels, restful sleep, and an increased sense of well-being.

With the gift of Flykitt, you can elevate your loved one’s travel experience. They’ll never want to get on a plane without it again.