Branded wallets and travel card holders - the ultimate promotional products

Keeping money and personal documents safe is always a priority, especially when travelling. Hence why everyone needs a good, sturdy wallet or travel card holder. These stylish items offer travellers the best and most convenient way to store their valuables while on the go. Meanwhile, they can also provide any brand with an amazing opportunity to raise awareness.

Custom branded travel wallets are useful, must-have items everyone needs. They’re also thought of as more high-end products any customer would be happy to receive. As such, any brand that uses them to promote their business will not just enjoy the exposure, but a prestigious reputation amongst their customers.

How branded travel wallets have kept valuables safe throughout history

Since humans began using money, they’ve tried to find ways to keep it safe. When metal coins were the primary currency, many used pouches to store them. However, anyone who has seen period dramas knows how easy it is for thieves to cut loose a pouch, or for the pouch to become damaged and for the coins to spill out. This is just one of the reasons why mankind started storing money in wallets.

When travel card wallets first appeared sometime in the 1600ds, people originally used them to store calling cards. In some regions, like 19th century Spain, they held ‘things which were not to be exposed’. This could include any number of valuable documents, but also more unusual items like dried meats or tobacco. However, after paper currency came onto the scene, many people abandoned clunky coin purses in favour of wallets. This is because they were a safer and more convenient way to store money.

After the introduction of the credit card, custom travel card wallets became standardised in 1950. Since then, these accessories exploded in popularity and began appearing in many diverse designs. Some of the most popular printed card holder types include:

• Bi-fold wallets: banknotes are folded once over in these types of wallets
  
• Tri-fold wallets: a wallet with two folds, in which credit cards are generally stored vertically
  
• Front pocket wallets: banknotes are folded and held in a wallet compartment
• Travel card holders: a type of wallet used to store cards and valuable documents when travelling
  

Travel wallets and card holder materials

Apart from design, manufacturers used many different materials to make oyster card wallets. Leather was the most common choice since it was incredibly durable and had a stylish look. However, more modern innovations saw the rise of textile wallets, as well as wallets made from woven metal like steel and copper. Manufacturers also added other upgrades like velcro seals and multiple pockets, both of which made wallets the safest and most convenient way to store valuables.

Why travel card holders make the best promotional products

Most people think of corporate branded travel wallets as the perfect gifts. Classic adverts like flyers, business cards or mailers don’t have much use in everyday life. For this reason, many think they’re annoying and throw them away without paying attention to the message on them.

Travel holders and wallets, however, are useful. People of all ages need a way to store their money, so they’re definitely going to have a wide marketing reach. Travel cards too, have exponential promotional potential since they can advertise the brand across borders. Not to mention that they can serve as stylish accessories, especially if they brandish a classy logo.

Many think of travel wallets as more high-end corporate gifts. They’re usually made from leather, which is a material that is basically synonymous with luxury. Therefore, any customer that receives a promotional wallet will likely associate the brand with quality, and generosity. This is perfect for companies who want to foster trust amongst customers and project a prestigious image.

Even if a brand doesn’t have the money to bulk buy leather wallets, there are affordable options on the market. Travel card holders also have a classy, stylish look, but they’re usually made from lower-cost plastic. This makes them perfect for companies that want to have a wide-reaching promotional campaign while on a tighter budget.

Extensive printing and branding options with travel products

We offer many printing options on our corporate promotional travel card holders and business wallets, from screen printing and debossing through to the latest UltraHD full-colour print. If you require help with your logo or artwork, our graphics team are always on hand. They'll ensure your design is always reproduced to the highest standards.

Buy your custom branded travel wallets today!

We have a huge range of promotional travel card holders and wallets to choose from in many different styles, colours and sizes with prices to meet even the tightest of marketing budgets. With such a great choice on offer, fast turnarounds and guaranteed low prices, there is little wonder why we are the UK market leaders!

Searching for inspirational giveaways to compliment your promotional travel wallets? If so, then you may wish to consider our range of promotional travel adaptors, luggage and travel bags, beach accessories, passport holders and travel mugs? These complimenting promotional giveaways are perfect for trade shows, events, product launches and other travel related marketing promotions.

For additional information on our collection of custom printed travel merchandise and to receive a fast quotation, give a member of our experienced team a call on 0800 0148 970 or email us for further details. 

Curated by Gareth Parkin   |   Product Marketing Director

As the founder of GoPromotional, Gareth has developed an enviable reputation as an expert in the promotional products industry with over 25 years experience. As an active member of the BPMA, ASI and Forbes Business Council, he regularly shares his wealth of industry knowledge and perspective in order to drive the branded merchandise sector forwards. With an entrepreneurial mind, Gareth has his finger on the pulse of our UK and international operations. Responsible for marketing and technical operations, he continually motivates the team with his vision, enthusiasm and desire to be the very best.

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