How to Buy a Travel Clock as a Gift

A travel clock isn't just a clock anymore. These days you can find clocks with radios, talking alarms, lighted world time displays and combination clock/flashlights.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Ribbons
• Travel Clocks
• Gift Cards
• Travel Adapters And Converters (if Necessary)

1. Consider the person for whom you are buying the travel clock and where he or she is most likely to travel.

2. Opt for a clock that shows world time if the person is likely to travel abroad.

3. Choose a clock with a lighted display that is easy to read in the dark.

4. Buy a clock with an alarm. Alarm functions vary from simple buzzers to talking alarms to alarms that shake you awake. Compact clock radios are also available and will wake the traveler with music.

5. Make sure the alarm has a snooze button if your favorite traveler is unlikely to rise and shine when the alarm first sounds.

6. Be certain the travel clock is compact. Choose one with a case if you are worried that the clock face might be damaged in travel.

7. Check to see that any instructions included are easy to understand and execute.

8. Ask about warranties and return policies before purchasing the clock.

9. Wrap the travel clock, and put it in a basket with related items such as natural jet lag remedies, a time-zone chart and a flashlight.

Tips & Warnings

• Expect to pay between $25 and $35 for a good travel clock.
• If the clock needs batteries, put fresh ones in before you wrap the gift.