21 Heartfelt Going Away Gifts For Friends That Go The Distance For A Long Distance Pal You Love
Updated: Mar 29, 2026
Wish your departing pals the best with a memorable parting present. Relocating can be hard on the whole group, so you will want to give them a token that brings back fond memories of their hometown. Pick out a unique item that honors their roots and helps maintain your long-distance friendship despite the miles. You can also wish a departing team member success by handing them a going away gift for coworkers they can show off at their next workspace. If your partner is the one packing up, offer a sweet memento to kick off your long distance relationship and prove they are always on your mind. Going away is rarely simple, yet handing a loved one a clever keepsake ensures they understand this is merely a "see you later" rather than a final farewell.
Godiva Gourmet Truffles
You can never go wrong with chocolate and these sweet treats will really impress a girl who has a sweet tooth. The Godiva truffle set contains an assortment of 12 ganache goodies infused with flavors like raspberry, hazelnut, white chocolate, and strawberry that'll drive her tastebuds (and her heart) wild.
Motivational Notes in a Jar
A pal in need should have these motivational notes in a jar, indeed! The jar has over two dozen inspiring messages on folded pieces of paper inside that they can read and repeat to carry that positive energy with them through the day.
Good Friends Are Like Stars Memento Box
We're not crying, you're crying over this adorable memento box. The handcrafted wooden box is a perfect place to keep the small pieces of your friendship that you'll never forget. All those concert tickets, wristbands, sports tickets, and notes passed between you two will have a happy home in this box.
Table Topics Dinner Party
There's a saying that goes "make new friends and keep the old, one is silver and the other's gold." That could be why Dinner Party Table Topics are accented in silver, the conversation-starting card game will help your pal make new friends over food at their new spot. Each card is printed with a prompt that'll get people talking.
Homesick Home State Candle
Scent is one of the strongest senses tied to memory, and that's what makes Homesick candles such a perfect going-away gift. Each of the hand-poured candles has a different locale's theme, and the scent is inspired by that region. Think sea breezes for oceanside places and pine for those near the forest.
Cigar Whiskey Glass
Raise a glass to your guy's new adventure and celebrate it with a stogie with this cigar whiskey glass. The glass is the size of a standard rocks glass and the indentation in the side won't affect how much whiskey you can get in there, it just makes it easier to drink.
