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Practical Gifts for Travelers

The best gifts for travelers

Girl overlooking Machu Picchu while using gifts for travelers
Enjoying the view at Machu Picchu, Peru

Searching for that perfect gift for your adventure travel buddy or family member? Or maybe you're just going to splurge on yourself. Here's a list of practical travel items every traveler can use, regardless of where they go, separating them into different price ranges to make sure there is something for everyone's budget.


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Table of Contents

Under $10

Under $20

Under $30

Under $50

Under $100

Big Ticket Items (over $100)



Travel gifts for all Budgets


 

Under $10

 

Emergency Blanket-travel gifts

Emergency Blanket


If your friend likes adventure travel or going to random, remote places, give them this to make sure that wherever they are, they will be warm and safe.


Amazon | Atmosphere


Lip Sunscreen--travel gifts

Lip Sunscreen


This is always useful regardless of the conditions outside.


Amazon





Lip Moisturizing-travel gifts

Moisturizing Lip Chap


One thing you realize when traveling is how dry some places can be. This is an item that can always be used.


Amazon




 

Under $20

 

Moleskins-travel gifts

Moleskin


These are made to prevent blisters and to use if you have blisters. These are precut and can easily be used when traveling.


Amazon | Atmosphere



Cliff Bars-travel gifts

Clif Bars


You might wonder why a traveler would want Clif bars. I always keep a few in my bag as an emergency snack in case I ever get stuck somewhere ((at the airport, on a plane/bus) or thought I would be able to get food in a timely manner (a bus ride that's taken 4 hours longer).


Amazon



Water Tablets--travel gifts

Water Tablets


Buying bottled water adds up, save some costs by using water tablets. I have used these in a lot of countries and never had issues. These are lightweight, come in a water-resistant package, and only take 30 minutes for 1 L of water to be drinkable.


Amazon





Travel Containers-travel gifts

Travel Containers


Get ones that are flexible so that when you squeeze them, they do not break under pressure.


Amazon



Sleep mask-travel gifts

Sleep Masks


These are a requirement when traveling regardless of where you stay. People's ideas of darkness might not be the same as yours.


Amazon



Tripod-travel gifts

Tripod


A tripod with flexible legs and a remote will do wonders when you're traveling.


Amazon




Stasher bag-travel gifts

Stasher Bag


I like to carry a few of these when I travel just in case I need to put something in there (i.e. liquids) or if I do adventure travel (hiking), putting my meals/snacks in these works well.


Amazon


Gortex Patches-travel gifts


Gore-Tex Patches


These waterproof patches work on most materials if you get a rip in them. Simple peel off the back, place on the fabric, rub and that's all!


Amazon





Pack it bag-travel gifts

Waterproof Bag-Toiletries


Keep liquids in and out with this bag. It works well as a toiletries bag.


Amazon



TSA Lock-travel gifts

TSA Approved Lock


You want TSA-approved locks so that way if authorities at the airport need to get into your bag, they do not need to cut the lock. I like purchasing them in pairs so I can have one on my main bag and then one on my small day pack.


Atmoshpere | Amazon




 

Under $30

 

First Aid-travel gifts


First Aid


You should always carry a basic First aid kit when traveling. Get one that comes in a water-resistant bag.


Atmosphere | Amazon



Buff-travel gifts



Buff


This works amazing when traveling. It works as a headband, neck gaiter, sleep mask, sweat rag, and so many other functions when traveling.


Atmosphere | Amazon






Socks-travel gifts

Wool Socks


These aren't just for hiking but also for traveling.


Amazon




 

Under $50

 

Reusable water bottle-travel gifts


Reusable Water Bottle


This reusable, collapsible water bottle is the perfect gift for any traveler (make sure it is 1L for water tablets to work in). When you're done with it, you simply collapse it down to take up less space. It also weighs a lot less than plastic or metal water bottles.


Amazon




Head Lamp-travel gifts

Headlamp


I like to bring one because I do adventure travel and I sometimes stay in really random and remote places.


Atmosphere | Amazon



Organizer Cube-travel gifts

Organizer Cube


To keep your sanity when traveling, organizer cubes are a must. They work well to organize all your bathroom items, underwear/socks, or clothing


Amazon


Rain Cover-travel gifts


Rain Cover


If you get a travel backpack with a day bag, the day bag usually will not come with a rain cover. This packs down to a small item that doesn't take up much space.


Amazon | Osprey




Battery Pack-travel gifts

Battery Charger


Again, another multi-use item that can be used in everyday life. This one can last a few days while charging your phone, has multiple port adaptors and comes with a built-in flashlight.


Amazon



Waterproof Case-travel gifts

Waterproof Case


This is great to carry any electronics in it or important items to protect your stuff from getting wet.


Amazon



Compression bag-travel gifts

Waterproof Compression Bag


These waterproof compression bags work well with bulky items (sleeping bags, extra hiking gear) to prevent them from getting wet and save space.


Amazon



Travel adaptor-travel gifts

Adaptor


Get an all-in-one adapter that way you never have to worry about bringing the wrong one.


Amazon





Clothes Organizer-travel gifts

Clothes Organizer-Large


Depending on your bag size, store all your clothes in this.


Amazon



Clothes organizer-travel gifts

Clothes Organizer-Medium


If you have a smaller bag, this also works well for keeping your clothes in it.


Amazon




Travel Towel- travel gifts

Travel Towel


These are light, quick drying, and can be used when showering, water activities, or any other thing you need them for.


Amazon





 

Under $100

 

Jacket -travel gifts

Rain Jacket


This waterproof fain jacket is light to wear, light to carry, and can pack down quite small and is perfect for traveling.


Atmosphere | Amazon





Airporter-travel gifts


Airporter Bag


If you're traveling with a backpack, this will help protect it at airports. It also works well to protect it from other weather and factors.


Amazon


Sandals-travel gifts

Sandals

Good quality footwear goes a long way when traveling. Get your friend some proper sandals that will last.

Amazon




 

Big Ticket Items (over $100)

 


Tiley Hat-travel gifts

Tiley Hat


Protect your whole head area with a Tiley Hat in warmer weather.


Amazon



Travel Backpack-travel gifts



Backpack


This will be one of the most expensive items for traveling but worth the money. Look for one that has a day bag you can attach and is big enough to fit everything you need in it.


Amazon





Down Jacket- travel gifts

Optional: Down Jacket (weather dependent)


This is one of my favorite items I have purchased. This adds a ton of extra warmth without the bulk! And it is very easy to layer with other layers. This is optional depending on what season and where they are traveling to.


Amazon





If you are still not sure what to get that traveling friend or family member, gift cards are always a second favorite!


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