By JESSICA DAMIANO, Associated Press

There are gifts, and then there are gifts, the ones inventive enough to surprise and delight the recipient. Some are fun; others, practical. They all aim to improve how we do or enjoy things.

Consider adding these innovative gifts to your shopping list. There’s something here for every budget.

Elevated luggage

This image provided by PROPS Luggage shows the brand’s carry-on suitcase with its built-in, luggage-rack legs extended and showing its unique side-opening lid. (PROPS via AP)

Invented by a mom of four who sought to cut down on hotel-room chaos, Props carry-on suitcases have luggage racks built right in. Like a folding table, each suitcase has legs that unfold easily to elevate it off the floor. You could even use it as a snack table or lap

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