You don’t have to spend a ton to impress all of the travelers on your holiday shopping list. This year, many of the top gadgets, necessities, and comfort items all cost less than $50. Here are the best of the best.
Affordable Travel Gifts for the 2016 Holidays
Note: Prices are subject to change after publication.
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$10.95 Sven Can See Anti-Fog Spray
The perfect stocking stuffer for avid skiers and snowboarders. Shop >
$10.95 Sven Can See Anti-Fog Spray
The perfect stocking stuffer for avid skiers and snowboarders. Shop >
$11 Goddess Garden Chemical-Free Sunscreen
This organic sunscreen, available in travel sizes, makes a perfect gift for anyone heading to the beach this winter. Shop >
$17.16 and up Wildsam Field Guides
Gift one of these trendy city guides to your favorite traveler. They feature American cities like Nashville, New Orleans, Austin, and more. Shop >
$20 No-Slip Headband 3-Pack by MPG
These sweat-absorbing jersey headbands are great for active travelers. Shop >
$21 Atlas Obscura: An Explorer's Guide to the World's Hidden Wonders
This book will surely inspire any traveler or wanderer to create the ultimate bucket list. Shop>
$26.99 Cabeau Fold ‘n Go Blanket & Case
This 4-in-1 foldable travel blanket is also a pillow and provides lumbar support. It’s great for those who frequently take long flights. Shop >
$27.70 Ventev Global Charginghub 300
Give your favorite global traveler this useful adapter that can charge two devices at once. Shop >
$28 GoPole Floating Extension for GoPro
For the video-shooting adrenaline junkie, this GoPro accessory is the perfect tool to help take their videos to another level. Shop >
$29 Sanuk Women’s Winter Boots & Shoes
These super comfortable winter boots and shoes have a yoga mat insole and keep feet warm in even the coldest temperatures. Shop >
$29 Orvis Pendleton National Park Candles
Celebrate the National Parks Centennial with four National Park scents: Grand Canyon, Mount Rainier, Rocky Mountain, and Smoky Mountain. Shop >
$30 Ariana Pierce Passport Cover
Protect your passport and stash your essential travel cards in this colorful passport cover, which comes complete with wallet pockets and is available in all your favorite colors. Shop >
$35 Flash Compression Sock by MPG
Stylish, comfortable, and functional compression socks—what more could you ask for? Shop >
From $38 Zeroz Wallets
These minimalist and super slim wallets make the perfect stocking stuffer. Shop >
$39 Orvis Scratch Map Deluxe
Any traveler will love this scratch map that will remind them of their travels. Shop >
$39 Stow Away Travel Kit by Orvis
This compact kit includes face wash, cream, expanding towels, toothbrush, and toothpaste. Shop >
$39.95 FlexSafe
A portable safe that you can use anywhere—from the beach to hostel. Shop >
$39.99 SKLZ Hydro-Roller Water Bottle Foam Roller
This foam roller-water bottle hybrid is a great gift for active travelers. Shop >
$39.99 Women's Victory Fleecy Jacket by C9 Champion for Target
Stylish and super affordable, this layering piece is perfect for the plane with its slim fit and pockets. Shop >
$44.95 LifeStraw Go Water Bottle with 2-Stage Filtration
Every good traveler knows a reusable water bottle is a must-have item. Even better … this one filters tap water for you. Shop >
$45 Altiplano Alpaca Hat by Nau
This unisex hypoallergenic Alpaca yarn hat is a cold-weather staple. Shop >
$49.50 Gordini Men’s Shelburne Gloves and Hat Combo
This three-layer wool hybrid gloves and hat set will keep you warm no matter how long you’re outside. Shop >
More from SmarterTravel:
- SmarterTravel Holiday Gift Guide
- 10 Tiny Travel Gifts That Make Great Stocking Stuffers (2016 Edition)
- 10 Great Travel Gifts Under $25 (2016 Edition)
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