The real best souvenirs to bring home from 19 countries around the world

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Pick up a traditional Venetian Mask while in Italy.

Travelers always want to bring home something that will remind them of their trip - but many often get stuck buying cheap knick knacks from tourist traps.

To avoid getting something you'll only throw away in a few months, we've rounded up a list of some authentic items you should buy when abroad.

Forget keychains and mini Eiffel Tower sculptures, here are the real best things to bring home from 19 countries around the world.