It’s that time of year again. Time for our annual holiday gift series. Today’s installment is 25 great travel gifts under $25. Which many readers have said is their favorite travel gift guide. Every year each of our holiday gift guides feature different travel items. And as usual, we only include items we own, plan to buy or hope to receive. So without further adieu, we bring our picks for the best 25 travel gifts for $25 or less.
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Lonely Planet Guide books are great resource to use for travel planning. You can find books on just about every city and country. And although I’ve been to Hong Kong and Australia many times, I still used the Lonely Planet Australia ebook for my Australia trip. Besides how could you not love great titles like:
The AUKEY Ora Smartphone Lens means you can travel light and avoid carry-on bag fees. While I absolutely adore my Sony A6000, sometimes you have to use your smartphone for photos. That’s where a lens like the AUKEY Ora Smartphone Lens comes in handy. It easily attaches to your iPhone, Samsung, or other Android phone so you can get those wide angle shots. Buy the AUKEY Ora Smartphone Lens on Amazon for $24.99 including free shipping with Amazon Prime.
5. Viator City Tour, Activity, or Gift Certificate
Buy a city tour, trip or activity for your favorite traveler as a gift through Viator. Viator has tours and activities in 166 countries. Or let them plan their own trip by giving a Viator gift certificate. Gift certificates are valid for two years and can be used for all of Viator’s tours, activities, or transportation. Pro-tip: There are no expiration dates on gift certificates purchased in California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Washington. You can buy a gift certificate in the following amounts:
$25
$50
$100
$200
$500
6. SmartWool PhD Outdoor Light Crew Socks
The thought of wool anything makes me itch. But these itch-free Smartwool unisex Phd Outdoor Light crew socks, made from Merino Wool, are totally comfortable. You’ll think you’re wearing cotton. These are lightweight, perfect for daily wear, and work for both men and women.
7. Anker Multi-Angle Aluminum Stand for Tablets, e-readers and Smartphones
You can give a Zipcar gift certificate. Zipcar is great for when you only need a car for a few hours. Or just want a one-way rental. Pro-tip: New members who join Zipcar get a free $25 driving credit.
Not having anywhere to put your purse or bag can be a pain while traveling, going to dinner, or at a bar. Setting it on the floor is risky that’s whey a purse hook hanger is a great gift. The purse hook hanger comes in several patterns, keeps your bag or purse off the floor, can hold up to 5 pounds and folds up flat. Buy a purse hook hanger on Amazon for $9.99 with free shipping from Amazon Prime.
My friend Sagy introduced me to the D-Link SharePort Go Mobile Companion when he, I and another friend, Steve, traveled to Madrid. Both Steve and I immediately bought one when we returned from our trip.
I’m a total mosquito magnet. I wore the Eco Defense Mosquito Repellent Braceletswhen we went to Belize and didn’t get any bites, despite staying four nights in the jungle and hiking through swamps.
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Good stuff! Love the wine and pint glasses. And, of course, we love Lonely Planet books! Might have to leave this out for Santa to see. ;)
Ryan Biddulph
Monday 28th of November 2016
Hi Debra,
The first gift nabbed my attention. 1 year ago - to the day - we set foot in the jungles of Costa Rica. Remote spot. 3 miles away from humans, save 1 neighbor. I read both the Costa Rica and Panama Lonely Planet guides cover to cover, at least 3 times. No small feat because there was little to do with no electricity and no internet. Fabulous books. So in-depth.
Ryan
Christina Aliperti
Sunday 27th of November 2016
These are really great ideas! I love how affordable everything is also.
krystal
Saturday 26th of November 2016
Those smartphone lenses are so much fun to play with. I think that is an awesome idea for a traveler!
Toughcookiemommy
Thursday 24th of November 2016
That duffel bag looks great for traveling. Red is my favorite color so it would also match with the majority of my wardrobe.
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Rob+Ann @TravelLatte(.net)
Wednesday 7th of December 2016
Good stuff! Love the wine and pint glasses. And, of course, we love Lonely Planet books! Might have to leave this out for Santa to see. ;)
Ryan Biddulph
Monday 28th of November 2016
Hi Debra,
The first gift nabbed my attention. 1 year ago - to the day - we set foot in the jungles of Costa Rica. Remote spot. 3 miles away from humans, save 1 neighbor. I read both the Costa Rica and Panama Lonely Planet guides cover to cover, at least 3 times. No small feat because there was little to do with no electricity and no internet. Fabulous books. So in-depth.
Ryan
Christina Aliperti
Sunday 27th of November 2016
These are really great ideas! I love how affordable everything is also.
krystal
Saturday 26th of November 2016
Those smartphone lenses are so much fun to play with. I think that is an awesome idea for a traveler!
Toughcookiemommy
Thursday 24th of November 2016
That duffel bag looks great for traveling. Red is my favorite color so it would also match with the majority of my wardrobe.