Top Graduation Gifts for Students Moving Away

Graduation marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another — and for many students, it also means moving to a new city or province for school, work, or adventure. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to celebrate their achievement and help them make a fresh start, airport code gifts from YHM Designs are a thoughtful, travel-inspired choice.

Gifts That Honour the Journey

Whether they’re off to university across the country or starting a new job in a different city, our products speak to the moment. Each item features our signature vintage baggage tag design, turning their hometown or destination into a stylish keepsake. From pillows and prints to mugs and hoodies, these gifts help grads carry a piece of home — or look ahead to their next destination.

Airport Code Gifts with Meaning

  • Coffee mugs – A comforting reminder of home for early mornings in a dorm or new apartment. Try pairing a YYZ mug with their favourite coffee beans for a personal touch.
  • Throw pillows – Great for decorating a new space and showing off local pride. A YVR pillow can add warmth to a dorm bed or reading nook.
  • Water bottles – Stylish and practical for life on the go. Choose their new city’s code, like YUL for Montreal-bound students.
  • Prints – Perfect for creating a gallery wall or workspace with personality. Airport code prints blend travel nostalgia with modern decor.
  • Hoodies and sweatshirts – Cozy gifts for late-night study sessions or weekend trips home.

A Gift That Stands Out

Graduation gifts should be more than just functional — they should be memorable. Airport code designs celebrate the journey and all the emotions that come with it: pride, excitement, nervousness, and anticipation. Every time they see or use your gift, they’ll be reminded of your support and the place they came from.

Celebrate Every Direction

Some grads are headed home after finishing school. Others are just setting out. Either way, YHM Designs offers a full range of airport code merchandise that marks the milestones. Looking for a dual-code idea? Try combining a pillow with their hometown code and a print with their new city — the perfect send-off set.

Made to Order with Care

All products are made to order, reducing waste and making each gift feel custom and meaningful. Whether you’re celebrating high school, college, or grad school, these airport code pieces are a modern, heartfelt way to honour the moment.

Explore the Collection

Make their graduation gift count. Browse YHM Designs for thoughtful, personalized decor and accessories that say “Congratulations” — and “Bon voyage.”

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