When it comes to travel-themed costumes, we've all seen planes, trains, and automobiles. There are also plenty of culturally offensive costumes that might create anxiety about travel-themed getups. However, don't let overdone and derogatory options keep you from embracing your love of travel this Halloween [1]! There are tons of creative ways to let out your trick-or-treating travel bug, and you can make most of them yourself. Take a journey through this DIY [2] list of globe-trotting getups for some serious travel inspiration.

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Venetian Gondolier

Riding on a Venetian gondola is at the top of many travelers' bucket lists, so dress as the iconic gondoliers of the Italian city's canals.

To DIY: a straw hat, red suspenders, and striped t-shirt will do the trick!

Lady Liberty

One of the most recognizable landmarks in the world, the Statue of Liberty makes for a great Halloween [4] costume.

To DIY: paint your face to match the statue's blue-green hue, cut a paper crown, and drape a sheet over your shoulders.

Pilot

Modern globe-trotting is rooted in airplane travel, so dress up as a pilot for the holiday!

To DIY: don a pair of aviators and a jumpsuit, or go the airline route with a white button-up and dark slacks. Don't forget your suitcase!

Safari Explorers

A safari-themed costume works for individuals or groups, so you can't go wrong with this idea!

To DIY: along with stuffed animals and a large hat, be sure to wear khakis and boots.

National Flag

You can become the very country that you most want to visit by adorning yourself in a flag.

To DIY: create a cape that's made of the flag's colors to wear on Halloween [5] night.

Oktoberfest-Goers

An annual German tradition, Oktoberfest lifts the spirits of attendees from all over the world. Try on some lederhosen and grab yourself a beer!

To DIY: since you probably don't have an authentic pair of German lederhosen around the house, attach suspenders to a pair of green shorts and carry a beer stein.

Carmen Sandiego

This famous figure is a symbol of travel and nostalgia, so the costume is sure to be a hit.

To DIY: a red coat, red hat, and gloves will really drive the costume home.

Parisian Mime

They won't tell you, but mimes perform a classic street theater act that has become iconic of French travel.

To DIY: a black beret, white face paint, and black clothing is all you need for this simple Halloween [6] idea.

Tourists

Everybody can recognize this fun costume idea, because tourists exist everywhere!

To DIY: while everything else in this costume is up to interpretation, you must be sure to carry a camera and wear a hat.

The World

You don't need to travel the globe when you are the globe!

To DIY: unless you already own a map-patterned garment, try attaching printed maps to a dress or jacket.

Travel Bug

If you're reading this, you've already got the travel bug . . . so why not become it?

To DIY: cover your clothes with maps, then use a headband and pipe cleaners to craft "bug" antennae.