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5 Travel Gifts for $5 or Less

By: Author Debra Schroeder

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Looking for the perfect gift for a traveler?  These 5 travel gifts for $5 or less make great stocking stuffers or inexpensive gifts for every traveler.

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5 handy gifts for travelers that won’t break the bank

They’re lightweight, compact and TSA compliant.

Here’s my pick of the top 5 gifts for travelers that cost $5 or less.

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5 Travel Gifts Under $5

1.  Travel Charger Adapter

I’ve used many different adapters while traveling from lots of little plugs and adapters to an all-in-one combo unit.  The price on this eForCity Universal World Wide Travel Charger Adapter Plug can’t be beat.

Normally it’s $24.99, but it’s on sale at Amazon for 2.99 including free shipping!

 

2.  Luggage scale

Even if you never check bags, a luggage scale comes in handy when flying internationally.  Unlike in the US, when you fly internationally, airlines have weight limits on carry-on bags.

This small HK 50Kg/10g LCD Digital Hanging Luggage Weight Hook Scale, normally $26.31, is on sale at Amazon for $4.72 including free shipping!

3.  Spork

It might seem silly to give someone a spork as a gift, but it’s actually quite handy.  Having a spork means you can always buy a container of yogurt for a cheap and healthy meal.  Plus you never have to worry about having clean utensils.

The Light My Fire Spork is my spork of choice because it’s a fork, spoon, and knife.  And it’s BPA-free and super light.  I got one of these two years ago; it’s been the most used and favorite gift.

It’s on sale at Amazon for $3.95 including free shipping for Amazon Prime members as an add-on.  There are six different colors to choose from.

4.  Whistle

If you’re a solo female traveler, or if you do a lot of adventure travel where you’re in remote locations or could need help, a whistle comes in handy.

I like the UST Marine Hear Me Whistle because it’s lightweight, extremely loud, and works when wet.  Anyone who’s been on a cruise will recognize that these are the whistles attached to the life jackets.

You can buy a 2 pack for $2.68 with free shipping as an add-on for Amazon Prime members.

5.  Pashmina

A pashmina is an all-purpose item for any traveler. It’s great for plane rides, covering yourself up in churches, or accessorizing an outfit. And it can even work as a temporary makeshift sack or bag.

The pashminas by CTM® Womens Classic Pashmina Shawl Wraps start at $5 including free shipping.  (Some colors are more expensive than others.)

You can find additional gift suggestions in 7 things to make a long flight more comfortable and:

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