50 Best Gifts Under $25 for Travelers (2024)

The movie or television show streaming-obsessed traveler in your life will very much appreciate this travel essential. Best for in-flight, this phone mount hooks onto your seat tray and allows you to watch your favorites (downloaded first, of course) hands-free.

A sleek passport holder is a must for all on-the-go travelers. This handy faux leather one is lightweight and has room for all the essentials (cash, credit cards, boarding passes, and more). Plus, its elastic band and magnetic clasp keep everything secure.

This Traveler-approved memory foam sleep mask is the trick for proper rest when headed on a red-eye. With raised sections strategically placed over the eyelids for comfort and less pressure, it’s way more comfortable than the average completely-flat mask. Along with its soft fabric is an adjustable head strap, too.

It’s no secret that complimentary plane blankets—no matter the airline—are not the most comfortable option. With this two-in-one travel blanket and pillow set, on-the-go travelers can get cozy and comfortable in any mode of transportation. It’s also a sweet gift for travelers with children, as it’s easily convertible and light to carry.

Also great for the frequent fliers, this digital luggage scale is an overpacker’s saving grace to check themselves and the weight of their luggage before heading to the airport. With a hook and loop strap on the handle to lift the suitcase, the portable scale can weigh up to 110 pounds of luggage weight. The pocket-sized tool is easily storable for both at home and on-the-go, and can be used to avoid expensive and unnecessary overweight luggage airport charge.

This gift is for the friend who can’t travel without her entire beauty and skincare routine. With organized, clear compartments offering easy access once opened, this hanging toiletry bag saves space from commuting to the hotel bathroom counter, as well as makes finding what you need a breeze.

Chances are, the man in your life could probably use a new toiletry bag. This one has plenty of zippered compartments and elastic holders to keep soaps, shampoo, shaving products, deodorant, and more essentials secure. It’s water-resistant with a waterproof front pocket to keep the wet and dry items separate.

If you’re shopping for a true overpacker, packing cubes are the ultimate travel essential. This set of five is a key agent of organized, strategic travel–while also allowing for more clothes in your suitcase (trust us, your giftee will thank you later).

Made of a durable, water-resistant nylon, this slim bag is a great option for kayaking, hiking, or other outdoor adventures. It can be carried as a belt bag, shoulder bag, or a sling—making it a versatile pick for travelers.

One of the safest gifts thanks to its popularity and name recognition, Yeti’s travel-friendly, stackable cup. It is a great gift for coffee lovers, commuters, and campers. Hot and cold drinks stay ready-to-drink for hours and make taking your favorite drink on the go easy. Did I mention it is dishwasher safe?

Get this portable charger for the friend who can’t go anywhere without their Apple Watch. It’s compact enough to fit in a small purse or fanny pack and fully charges the watch within two to four hours.

An essential for beach days and picnics alike, this cooler bag fits up to 24 cans and keeps drinks cold for 12 hours. The insulated sections allow you to pack food and drinks separately, too.

Your outdoorsy friend (or parent to sporty kids) will get plenty of use out of this portable camping chair. It features a drink holder and a nylon mesh back to keep you cool in warm weather.

One of our favorite ’90s trends, the fanny pack, is back and here to stay. Versatile bags like this one from Adidas are great for any outdoor activity when you want to be hands-free, like hiking, biking, or sightseeing.

A perfect gift for the hiker or camper in your life, this compact personal water filter works as a drinking straw while also filtering out over 99.999 percent of bacteria, parasites, and any sediments. It’s easy to store in your backpack or fanny pack for emergency use.

Any down-to-earth traveler knows (and probably loves) Patagonia. For a chilly or windy day outside, this soft fleece headband comes in heaps of colors and features a trim that is both comfortable and keeps it in place. Plus, it has extra-long fibers to retain heat, keeping your ears and forehead extra warm.

Anyone who loves a new gadget will be impressed by this practical, hands-free portable neck fan. Thanks to its wraparound design, the device provides a cool and refreshing breeze—ideal for long, hot walks around a new city, theme park, or nature trail.

These soft and well-made REI gloves will keep travelers warm for hours. As colder weather approaches, your giftee will be happy to have a cozy pair of gloves to throw in their backpack for hikes on ski trips.

Best for campers or park-lovers who spend their days indulging in the outdoors, this Sea to Summit mug keeps coffee, tea, cider, and any hot beverage warm (even in on a super cold day). The best part: once it collapses, the mug takes up little to no space when packing it in a bag.

This limited-edition duo of bestsellers from Milk Makeup is a great stocking stuffer for mom. These lip and cheek cream products are tiny enough to fit in your purse and add the prettiest pop of color to the face.

Need one more stocking stuffer for the beauty guru in your life? Treat them to the Summer Fridays lip balm. This bestseller is hydrating and gives lips a subtle tint.

If you haven’t tried Charlotte Tilbury’s iconic lip shade “Pillow Talk” yet, please treat yourself. It’s the perfect nude and this travel-friendly set features a mini lip liner and lipstick of the best-selling shade. I keep a mini “Pillow Talk” liner in my purse at all times.

I live and breathe MAC Cosmetics—really, because of their fabulous lip-staining and long-lasting lipstick products. This two-piece lipstick duo is a limited-edition holiday set. At a steal of a price for full-size sticks—two of these bad boys would usually run for $52—the shades (Star Status Lustreglass + Retro Matte) are timeless, classic, and well-suited for any beauty-obsessed traveler.

Heatless curls are one trend that doesn’t seem to be going away anytime soon. Kitsch’s satin heatless curling set is gentle on hair and helps prevent damage.

After a long-haul flight and days of indulging in delicious, salty foods on vacation, a little extra skincare may be needed. This ice roller de-puffs your skin and leaves you feeling refreshed.

With three all time best-sellers in one set, this Supergoop trio ensures SPF protection for travelers keen on protecting their skin. The collection includes the PLAY everyday lotion (at SPF 50) which is fast-absorbing and hydrating; a smooth and velvety gel that is the Unseen Sunscreen; and Glowscreen, a lightweight lotion with a glowy finish. As each product is travel-size, this gift also doubles as a starter kit for travelers wanting to try new skincare products before committing to a full bottle. A perfect kit all around—from your giftee’s stocking stuffer to their beach bag.

With 10 TSA-friendly minis for shower and skincare routines including hydration boosters and greens supplements, this beauty essentials set is perfect for any traveler that is new to perfecting their beauty and self care routine. A few of my personal favorites included: the Sun Bum Original Sunscreen Lotion, Sensodyne Clinical White Stain Protector, Liquid I.V. Sugar Free Hydration, and Dove Sensitive Skin Body Wash.

This velvet scrunchie with a hidden zipper pocket is an iconic gift for any fashionable and smart traveler with longer hair. It’s versatile and stylish—perfect for carrying any small essential like AirPods, lipstick, keys, case, medication. The hidden compartment acts as a safety measure, too— when on a quick walk, carrying cash in this cute scrunchie is way more unassuming than carrying a purse. It also makes a great stocking stuffer.

This year, we’ve seen a trend of travelers buying into in-flight skincare routines to keep up their vacation-ready glow. As a result, Patchology released this On The Fly TSA-friendly skincare kit, with comes with a two-pack hydrating face mask and restoring night, eye, and lip gels. It’s quick and easy to apply right in your seat, without making a big mess (no one even noticed when I put mine on).

For the home chef who isn’t afraid of a little heat, gift them the Shorty Spice Set from Fly by Jing. It features the brand’s best-selling Sichuan flavors in travel-friendly sizes.

Has there ever been a more chic way to grip your just-out-of-the-oven pots and pans? These fit perfectly around Our Place’s popular cookware and don’t take up much kitchen space. For serious campers, these can also be packed for cooking outside.

Anyone with a sweet tooth will love this Snacking Bakes cookbook featuring simple recipes for yummy cookies, brownies, and cakes. It’s also a cute addition to anyone’s kitchen.

The hot sauce fan in your life will be thrilled to open up this gift from Austin-based brand Yellowbird. The set of four flavors includes a range of heat levels: serrano, sriracha, habanero, and ghost pepper.

Whether you’re shopping for a new homeowner or a friend who loves to cook, a unique salt and pepper set like this one will be greatly appreciated. They’re festive and so adorable—what’s not to love?

For the bourbon connoisseur, a special glass only adds to the experience. Each glass is carefully designed with a map of your city of choice, from the Big Apple to Chicago to Toronto.

For coffee lovers, this cold brew maker is the perfect companion for an easy-to-make, refreshing cup of coffee. Best for those in a rush in the mornings, all your giftee has to do is add coffee grounds to the brew filter, pour cold water over the coffee, and let it brew overnight to their choice of desire strength. It makes up to six cups of cold brew for them to share throughout the day—and when back home, it’s dishwasher safe.

As for cocktail lovers travelers can exercise their inner mixologist with this fun, mini old-fashioned cocktail kit. The same brand makes heaps of other cocktail kits too—from Moscow mules to Manhattans. As for this one, it comes with all ingredients needed to mix six premium old-fashioned cocktails (minus the booze), including cane sugar, orange zest, flavored bitters, a muddler spoon, and even a linen coaster. It also makes for a great (21+) stocking stuffer.

This airplane bottle opener is perfect for anyone who appreciates aviation, travel, and of course, a convenient and chic way to open up a bottle of something good. It’s stainless steel but lightweight enough for travelers to carry along anywhere.

A set of portable utensils will come in handy for any traveler—and not to mention, cut out heaps of waste from plastic utensils. This set offers nine pieces of everyday cutlery, from chopsticks to straws, as well as a straw cleaning brush. The rectangular case is not bulky or noisy—it’s built in a way that makes for no clanging items. It’s available to purchase in all kinds of colors, too.

Maybe you’re shopping for the friend who has everything or someone you don’t know super well. In that case, a pretty candle is a no-fail gift. Voluspa’s gorgeous embossed glass jars look great in everyone’s home and they smell amazing.

Satin pillowcases will help your favorite traveler get a better night’s sleep—they’re gentle on skin and hair, help control frizz, and keep you cool. And it doesn’t hurt that they look chic on your bed.

The last thing anyone needs when unpacking from a stressful travel journey is to find all their necklaces and bracelets tangled together. A compact jewelry case is a great solution to keep valuables safe in transit; it also makes for a sweet and thoughtful gift.

A great gift for dad or anyone who loves to spend their time in the great outdoors, the Carharrt cuffed beanie is equally comfortable and practical. Plus, it’s available in just about every color you can think of.

A cozy pair of slippers will always be appreciated. These warm, memory foam slip-ons come in plenty of colors from chestnut to pink, tan, black, and gray.

Socks may not sound like the most exciting gift you’ll ever receive, but this pair from Ugg will easily be the coziest. These soft socks are sure to be your friend’s new favorite pair to lounge around the house in and slip on before a long flight.

It’s rare to find a great speaker under $25 these days. But this portable Soundcore bluetooth one from Amazon has top-notch and clear audio quality as well as a light weight design with an included strap (best for hiking, biking, or just on the go). It has a strong battery life for all-day outings, and was designed for full protection against both dust and water. Fun fact: The impressive device can even float—which is a great party trick for beach trips and river parties.

Personally, I would love to receive this Round Mini shoulder bag from Uniqlo. All of the bags that I have purchased from the brand have stuck with me for years. This chic one comes in countless colors and according to reviews, fits way more than it seems. It’s super versatile, easy to grab, and can be dressed up or down. It’s also water-repellent, which protects the fabric and contents inside against light rain.