Cute Care Package Ideas for Long Distance Boyfriend

32 Long-Distance Relationship Gifts to Send Your Partner

Gifts that go the extra mile.

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When you're in a long-distance relationship during the holidays, it's natural to want to give your partner something extra meaningful, and the best long-distance relationship gifts are ones that'll make your partner forget how far you are from each other, at least for a moment. That might mean giving your significant other a stationery set and calligraphy kit to make your correspondences particularly romantic—but it could also look like tech equipment to make sure your next video call is perfectly lit.

Whether your partner's taste skews kinky or cute, we've assembled some of the best long-distance relationship gifts to send them, from app-controlled devices that can be maneuvered from afar to little mementos that you can exchange via snail mail. These thoughtful gift ideas will bring you even closer, despite the miles in between. (And make sure to place your orders before December 15, when many retailers are cutting off holiday deliveries.)

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• Saucey

  Saucey

  Consider sending them a gift card to a service like Saucey that will have their favorite beverage (from wine and beer to mezcal) delivered to their door on a regular basis. Your next remote date night will feel like you're at your favorite spot to grab drinks.

• Etsy

  Friendship Lamps (Set of 2)

  When you touches your lamp, theirs lights up in one of seven colors, no matter where they are in the world, and vice versa. It would be lovely placed on a desk or nightstand and is a soothing, subtle way to remind them you're thinking of them without sending a bunch of "I miss u do u miss me" texts.

• Artifact Uprising

  Artifact Uprising Everyday Print Set (Set of 10)

  This is a meaningful present for any partner to remind them of the times you were together (and that you will be together again) and is an inexpensive way to add to their home décor. Nicely, you can print anywhere from 10 to 50 pictures in tons of different sizes.

• Bespoke Post

  Bespoke Post Gift Box Subscription

  Pamper your partner from afar with a gift card or a monthly subscription box (or both!) from Bespoke Post, which will arrive packed with high-quality goodies customized for their tastes (cooking, cocktails, camping, you name it).

  Cost: Gift cards cost between $55 and $540, a single box costs $55, and bundled gift cards and boxes start at $90 for one box plus the cost of two more.

• Keeper

  Keepster Book

  This customizable book is a unique way to capture the moments that are sometimes the most special of all: the sweet messages you've exchanged with the one you love (i.e., your texts, iMessages, WhatsApps, etc.). You can personalize the books on many levels—cover, fonts, number of pages, binding, all that jazz—and inside are your exchanges, from the lovey-dovey to the exceedingly weird, with emoji and photos in full color.

• Urban Outfitters

  We're Not Really Strangers Card Game

  Whether you've been married for a decade-plus or are going on your third date, here's a card game that provides challenges and conversational prompts. You'll get to know each other better, no matter what.

• Etsy

  Wish and Design Morse Code Couples Bracelet

  This personalized bracelet spells out you and your partners' names in Morse code and comes in any colors you want. It's a discreet way to be reminded of your partner throughout the day, in a way that focuses more on your relationship (and less on telling others you're taken).

• Ella Paradis

  We-Vibe Moxie

  We've written about this app-controlled vibrator before as an exceptional sex toy for couples. The Moxie is better than most for several reasons: The magnetic attachment means it can be paired with any existing underwear or lingerie you already have (lots of other panty vibrators can work only with one type of underwear that come with the toy, which means you're limited in size and style). And like most We-Vibe toys, it's app-controlled, so your partner can tease you no matter how far away they are.

• The Sill

  The Sill Hoya Heart Plant

  This succulent is a wonderful nod to your relationship, with its heart shape and literal life of its own. Plus, it's easy to care for, in case they're plant noobs. Just stick it in full sun and water every couple of weeks.

• Amazon

  Skylight Digital Picture Frame (10-Inch)

  If they might prefer a more current option to photo display than paper prints, this ingenious digital device looks like a regular photo frame, but allows you to swap out images remotely via email in a matter of seconds. This way, you can maintain an element of surprise, as they'll never quite know what picture they'll see that day (and you can get more creative than a baby photo, we're sure).

• Homesick

  Homesick Candle

  If it's going to be a while before they see you next, give them this candle with the scent of your city or hometown to let them relive the fun times you both had on your last visit.

• Amazon

  Why I Miss You Fill-in-the-Blank Book

  Fill out this book with all the inside jokes and memories you share as a couple before sending it off to your significant other for a truly unique gift.

• Bearaby

  Bearaby Cotton Napper (15 lbs.)

  With this weighted blanket, your partner can pretend you're there, spooning them to sleep. These Bearaby blankets are a favorite of SELF staffers for their comfy, cooling knit, made with eco-friendly materials.

• Uncommon Goods

  Long Distance Touch Bracelet (Set of Two)

  Once you've both installed the corresponding app and connected this pair of rechargeable Bond Touch bracelets, all you have to do is tap your cuff to send your S.O. a little reminder that you're thinking of them: It will light up and vibrate, no matter how many miles you are apart.

• Sunbasket

  Sunbasket Meal Kit Subscription

  The nourishing gift of a meal kit like Sunbasket won't just provide your S.O. with delicious, easy meals to make at home—it'll remind them of previous dinners you shared together. Send them a gift card with the amount of your choosing, then let them customize their plan from there (options include gluten-free, vegan, and paleo menus). You can even subscribe to the same plan so you can cook meals together over Zoom.

  Cost: Gift cards are available in $100, $200, $300, or a custom amount.

• Jackbox

  The Jackbox Party Pack 3

  If you're in a relationship that thrives on competition, here's a set of Jackbox games you can play remotely, either together or with a group of friends via Zoom. This party pack has a little something for everyone—trivia nerds (with a splash of murder kitsch), amateur artists, and crafty creatives. Game on!

• Amazon

  Apple Air Pods

  If it's within your budget, Apple AirPods are a foolproof LDR gift that anyone will appreciate. Not only are these discreet Bluetooth-enabled headphones mega convenient for practical tasks like Zoom calls, music, or chats with their long-distance love (you), but they can also be turned into a slightly naughtier gift with the intention of making FaceTime sex way easier (ahem, fewer cords!).

• Bouqs

  Bouqs Subscription

  If you want your long-distance partner to receive continual reminders of your devotion, consider setting them up with a flower subscription like Bouqs that will ship out bouquets to them as often as once a month.

  Cost: Subscriptions start at $40 per month for Bouqs' Original plan.

• Disney+

  Disney+ Annual Subscription

  Sharing a gift subscription can be a great way for long-distance couples to watch things separately but simultaneously. Netflix might be the best choice here as you can use NetflixParty to watch together, but given its popularity, your partner may already have a subscription. Disney+ is also a great option. It has some hidden gems on there like rom-coms from the '90s, the entire Simpsons catalog, National Geographic, and Star Wars. Or go with HBO Max for drama.

• Amazon

  Sensyne Ring Light

  If the lighting in your partner's home leaves something to be desired, this ring light will make your video chats a whole lot more enjoyable (and visible!).

• MoMA Design Store

  Lovebox Messenger

  This is a cute way to say "I love you" from afar, via WiFi through Lovebox's app. The heart on the box will start spinning to let your recipient know they've got a new love message. They can then respond by spinning the heart, showering your app screen with hearts.

• Papier

  Papier Rise and Shine Wellness Journal

  Even couples who live together can have a hard time remembering what they did in a day when the time comes to recap over dinner, so it's to be expected if trying to do so over FaceTime sometimes feels like a grind. This journal affords your partner space and guidance to reflect on their day at its outset and its end, with prompts concerning their physical wellness (their water intake for the day; their energy level) and emotional state (their progress toward goals; gratitude reflections) as well.

• Babeland

  We-Vibe Wand Vibrator

  If you love the power of magic wand toys like the Hitachi, this is like a Hitachi that you or your partner can control remotely. The We-Vibe wand vibrator is the newest addition to We-Vibe's catalog of app-controlled sex toys, meaning it can be controlled from anywhere in the world.

• Hyperice

  Hyperice Hypersphere Mini

  Your partner will still miss your loving touch, but maybe a little less so if you send them this SELF Fave vibrating massage ball, which targets and soothes everything from achy feet to knotted shoulders.

• Amazon

  Letters to Open When...: Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever

  Here are 12 letter prompts for you to fill out and send to your partner with the caveat that they can open them only under certain conditions. Reviewers note that this can take a looong time, so don't get this as a last-minute gift, but do get it if you've got time, a penchant for love letters, and plenty of good old-fashioned yearning on your hands.

• Etsy

  Star Map of the Night You Met

  This custom digital artwork will show the stars in the sky the night you both met. If you want a way to remember the magic of falling in love all over again, this is a super-romantic gift. It's a digital print, so once you buy it, you need to also get it printed and delivered (sites like Shutterfly are great for this), but you can also just send someone the digital version to use as a phone screensaver or wallpaper as a bonus.

• The Criterion Channel

  Criterion Channel Annual Subscription

  If they're a big film buff, a Criterion Channel subscription is always a winner. This streaming service allows them to stream more than 1,000 films from the Criterion Collection's vast archives, with exclusive bonus features from guest curators like Moonlight director Barry Jenkins.

• Amazon

  PharMeDoc Pregnancy Pillow

  The next time they're missing you next to them, ensconce your partner in this SELF Fave pregnancy pillow, which is the comfy, supportive cushion equivalent of a warm hug from you. (And, no, they don't need to be pregnant to enjoy this pillow.)

• Uncommon Goods

  Love Knows No Distance Unframed Print

  This Uncommon Goods exclusive lets you customize the long-distance relationship you'd like to represent (whether it's for a romantic partner, friend, or even your grandparents who are far away), the mode of transportation you usually use to see them, and how long it normally takes to receive a personalized gift.

• Stack 52

  Quick Sweat Fitness Dice

  If your partner complains about being bored with the same ol' workout routine, these dice can add much-needed variety to their go-to moves. They're color-coded, so beginner, intermediate, and advanced exercises won't get mixed up (unless they want them to), and includes a booklet and video link on how to execute everything.

• Amazon

  Royal Classic Manual Typewriter

  With everything digitized and instantaneous these days, the act of plunking away on a typewriter and waiting for physical mail may feel more special and exciting. Inspire snail-mail motivation with this old-school typewriter, and be sure to load them up with all the ink and paper they'll need to take on typing.

• Target

  Manuscript Calligraphy Masterclass Set

  Speaking of snail mail: If you're fully committed to a snail-mail correspondence, go even more old-school with this 21-piece calligraphy set, which includes a guide and practice pad if your partner is working on their penmanship.

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Cute Care Package Ideas for Long Distance Boyfriend

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