25 Practical and Useful Travel Gifts Under $25 for Budget Travelers

For the traveler who has it all, here are 25 practical, useful, and fun travel gifts under $25.

Brainstorming about what to get for Christmas? Mother’s Day?  Father’s Day?  Valentine’s Day? If your love is a traveler, then I have the ultimate list for you.

At first, I planned to divide this list into three categories, for Mom, for Dad, and Teen. Then I realized they all kind of need the same things for travel. So here is your list of 25 useful, practical, and fun gifts for anyone who loves to travel, all priced under $25.

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Luggage gifts for travel all under $25.

Nacuwa Passport holder ($12.99) ~ More than just a passport holder, holds credit cards, sim cards, boarding pass, and a pen. It fits perfectly in your carry-on bag. And it is pretty.

Packing cubes ($21.63) ~ Serious game changer for me, my kids, too. Husband, not so much. Seven-piece packing cubes in pink, gray, or beige. Bonus toiletry and laundry bag.

Star Wars Inspired luggage tags ($12.99) ~ A fun way to personalize your luggage, or just color code your family members. Star Wars works for us, but there are tons more options on Amazon Prime.

ZOMAKE Ultra Light Weight Hiking Backpack  ($19.99) ~ I didn’t even know that I needed this. These backpacks fold up into this tiny little pouch; now, we all have them rolled up in our luggage, just in case. Bonus: They can be removed from your luggage to pack stuff in if you go over that 50 Pound limit. It happens, you know.

Misaya Travel Jewelry Organizer  ($15.99) ~ As a general rule, I only bring fashion jewelry on vacation, nothing expensive or too showy.  This little box holds it all, rings, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets.  Plus plenty of space in case I go shopping.

PurSteam Garment Steamer ($24.97) ~ I try to pack nicely, but my clothes are inevitably always wrinkled. This portable handheld steamer is a quick fix. I bring it almost everywhere we travel; I am not a big fan of wrinkled clothes.

Digital Luggage Scale  ($14.54) ~ The perfect traveler gift for those of us who are chronic over packers to help avoid that over 50-pound bag charge.

Wine wings  ($19.95) ~ You may want to bring home a few bottles of wine, champagne, or moonshine, you never know. Please make sure the precious spirits make it back safely by protecting them with these wine wings.

Travel entertainment gift ideas under $25.

A travel Journal  ($8.99)  ~ Some do, some don’t. Great for planning your travels, documenting your experiences, sketching, and collecting memorabilia. Travel journaling can start before you leave home.

Deck of Cards ($10.45) or UNO ($13.94) ~ Everyone knows how to play UNO.

Destination map ($7.95) ~ Maybe it’s me, but I LOVE an old fashioned map. One that I can scribble on, trace our routes, and circle our destinations. The Rand McNally maps are laminated, and they are durable. Plus, you can mark your routes and wipe them off.

Fodor’s Travel Guides ($15.17) ~ A close second to travel journals, travel guides are my jam. I have read through many travel guides, sometimes just for fun. Fodor’s Guides provide a pull-out map, trip planning tools, tons of recommendations, and lots of pictures.

National Geographic 50 states, 5000 Ideas  ($16.96) ~ This book is a beautiful, inspirational gift for the traveler you love.

Carryon cocktail kit ($23.99) ~ Old Fashioned, Moscow Mule, Margarita or Champagne Cocktail (my go-to), pack it and go.

Traveler’s Prayer Key Ring ($13.95) ~ It never hurts to say a little prayer.

Comfort and self-care travel gift ideas under $25.

Memory Foam Neck Pillow and Eye Mask  ($21.99) and Fleece throw blanket ($15.99) ~ Self-explanatory, isn’t it?

Cozy and luxurious wine socks ($9.99) or compression socks ($18.95) ~ I have not tried compression socks, but I have friends who never travel without them, and these are pretty stylish.  I generally stick with the cozy socks.

Burt Bee’s Fabulous Minis ($9.23) ~ Y’all know Burt Bees is always my favorite skincare product.  Burt is with me at all times.

Convenience kit for your man  ($17.21) ~ Men are not complicated, and they are always very appreciative.

Nomader collapsible water bottle ($24.95) ~ BPA free, leak-proof, foldable for traveling, hiking, and camping. And several colors for the style-conscious.

Travel Toiletry Kit ($16.99) ~ Hangs in the bathroom, lots of compartments, moisture-proof and lightweight.

Travel tech gift ideas under $25.

Thule Subterra Electronics Carrying Case ($24.95) ~ Portable chargers, cords, a pen, and other accessories all securely tucked away in one place.  So organized and much better than a ziplock.

Jackery Portable Charger ($21.99) ~ Everyone had one of these in their Christmas stocking last year (and probably this year, too).  Don’t get caught without a charge.  We depend on our smartphones way too much to risk it.

Lens kit for iPhone  ($22.95) ~ An epic stocking stuffer for my kids; they have so much fun with these unique lenses. The kit comes with a compact carrying case for all of the lenses. Here are some other goodies that a newbie photog would love, although most of these gift ideas are more than $25.

What are your go-to travel gift ideas for less than $25?

And what is on your wish list?

Drop me a line below and add your thoughts so I can continue to grow this list.