With limited luggage space, it isn’t always easy to bring back everything you see while overseas. Fortunately, small souvenirs can have just as much of an impact. If you’d like to trigger travel memories or inspiration for future trips, place a small bowl of trinkets or small mementos from your travels on the countertop of your bathroom vanity.

For example:

• If they’re shells, fill the bowl with sand.
• If they’re tiny packets of matches, place the bowl next to a beautiful candle.

This idea can work for virtually every bathroom, even those where space may be an issue.

Vintage Suitcase Décor

Suitcases are a traveler’s must-have staple, so what better way to include travel in your bathroom décor than with a repurposed vintage suitcase? Search for a hard case suitcase at your local thrift store, put on your thinking cap, and get a little creative with the possibilities.

• Use a small suitcase to store extra hand towels and spare soap sets.
• Cut a suitcase in half, decorate it, and hang it on the wall for smaller spaces.

This idea works best in larger bathrooms, but can be adapted for tighter spaces with a bit of creativity.

Postcard Wall Art

While postcards may seem like a thing of the past, they’re perfect for travel-themed décor. Because they cost virtually nothing to buy, they’re easy to collect over time.

Build your collection by:

• Picking up postcards during your travels
• Visiting thrift stores
• Browsing sites like eBay

Once you have a decent collection, create a decorative wall display and feature your favorite postcard in the center.

Travel Photography Books

Instead of leaving a messy pile of magazines in the bathroom, place a couple of beautiful travel photography books on a table near the toilet. Choose books that reflect destinations you love or dream about.

• Architecture-focused books from cities you’ve visited
• Tropical underwater photography collections

Keep in mind that bathrooms can expose books to moisture, hairspray, and humidity, so save your most expensive editions for a coffee table.

Map Shower Curtain

If you love to daydream in the shower, a map shower curtain is a perfect addition. While shower curtains are primarily functional, they can also add personality without taking up extra space.

There are many styles available, so browse online retailers and find one that suits your aesthetic. A great place to start is Amazon.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles

This idea takes time but creates a highly personal piece of décor. Collect tickets from planes, trains, buses, and other forms of transportation during your travels.

Once you’ve gathered enough:

• Select your favorite tickets
• Arrange them in a frame
• Add a map of the region if they’re from the same area

This display will serve as a meaningful reminder of where you’ve been and inspire your future adventures.