London Reviews – 39 Best Gifts Under $25 for Travelers

The movie-obsessed traveler in your life will very much appreciate this travel essential. This in-flight phone mount hooks onto your seat tray and allows you to watch your favorites hands-free.

A must-have for day trips and long hikes, this slim portable charger quickly charges your phone on the go. Plus, it’s small enough to fit in a sling bag or crossbody.

A sleek passport holder is a must-have for every traveler. This faux leather one is lightweight but has room for all the essentials (cash, credit cards, boarding passes, and more). Plus, its elastic band and magnetic clasp keep everything secure.

Bring along this memory foam sleep mask the next time you’re headed on a red-eye. The raised sections over your eyeballs make it more comfortable than a completely-flat mask. There’s an adjustable head strap for additional comfort, too.

This gift is for the friend who can’t travel without her entire beauty and skincare routine. A hanging toiletry bag saves space on hotel bathroom counters and makes finding what you need a breeze.

Chances are, the man in your life could probably use a new toiletry bag. This one has plenty of zippered compartments and elastic holders to keep soaps, shampoo, deodorant, and more essentials secure.

Shopping for an overpacker? Gift them the ultimate travel essential: packing cubes. This set of five keeps keeps you organized and allows you to fit more clothes in your suitcase (they will thank you later).

Every traveler could use a few water-resistant pouches in their suitcase or weekender bag. Store everything from toiletries and makeup products to wet bathing suits or beach essentials inside. This set of three from Calpak will certainly come in handy on your giftee’s next adventure.

Made of a durable, water-resistant nylon, this slim bag is a great option for running, hiking, or other outdoor adventures. It can be carried as a belt bag, shoulder bag, or a sling—making it a versatile pick for travelers.

Here’s something I’ll definitely be purchasing for a few people on my holiday shopping list. Yeti’s travel-friendly, stackable cup is a great gift for coffee lovers, commuters, and campers. Hot and cold drinks stay ready-to-drink for hours and make taking your favorite drink on the go easy. Did I mention they’re dishwasher safe?

Get this portable charger for the friend who can’t go anywhere without their Apple Watch. It’s compact enough to fit in a small purse or fanny pack and fully charges the watch within two to four hours.

An essential for beach days and picnics alike, this cooler bag fits up to 24 cans and keeps drinks cold for 12 hours. The insulated sections allow you to pack food and drinks separately, too.

The ultimate gift under $25 for the outdoor lover in your life, this lightweight portable hammock will be a hit for camping trips, backyard adventures, and stargazing.

This portable hanging LED lantern is made for travelers who plan frequent family camping trips. Not only is it a useful gadget for the outdoors, the kids will love the smiley face and removable “hat.”

Your outdoorsy friend (or parent to sporty kids) will get plenty of use out of this portable camping chair. It features a drink holder and a nylon mesh back to keep you cool in warm weather.

One of our favorite ’90s trend, the fanny pack, is back and here to stay. Versatile bags like this one from Adidas are great for any outdoor activity when you want to be hands-free, like hiking, biking, or sightseeing.

A perfect gift for the hiker or camper in your life, this compact personal water filter works as a drinking straw while also filtering out over 99.999 percent of bacteria, parasites, and any sediments. It’s easy to store in your backpack or fanny pack for emergency use.

Anyone who loves a new gadget will be impressed by this practical, hands-free portable neck fan. You’ll feel a cool breeze surround you, thanks to its wraparound design, making it an ideal accessory to bring on long, hot walks around a new city or theme park.

These comfortable gloves will keep travelers warm for hours. As colder weather approaches, your giftee will be happy to have a cozy pair of gloves to throw in their backpack for hikes or keep as a backup on ski trips.

This limited-edition duo of bestsellers from Milk Makeup is a great stocking stuffer for mom. These lip and cheek cream products are tiny enough to fit in you purse and add the prettiest pop of color to the face.

If you haven’t tried Charlotte Tilbury’s iconic lip shade “Pillow Talk” yet, please treat yourself! It’s the perfect nude and this travel-friendly set features a mini lip liner and lipstick of the best-selling shade. I keep a mini “Pillow Talk” liner in my purse at all times.

Need one more stocking stuffer for the beauty guru in your life? Treat them to the Summer Fridays lip balm. This bestseller is hydrating and gives lips a subtle tint.

Heatless curls are one trend that doesn’t seem to be going away anytime soon. Kitsch’s satin heatless curling set is gentle on hair and helps prevent damage.

After a long-haul flight and days of indulging in delicious, salty foods on vacation, a little extra skincare may be needed. This ice roller de-puffs your skin and leaves you feeling refreshed.

For the home chef who isn’t afraid of a little heat, gift them the Shorty Spice Set from Fly by Jing. It features the brand’s best-selling Sichuan flavors in travel-friendly sizes.

Has there ever been a more chic way to grip your just-out-of-the-oven pots and pans? These fit perfectly around Our Place’s popular cookware and don’t take up much kitchen space.

Anyone with a sweet tooth will love this Snacking Bakes cookbook featuring simple recipes for yummy cookies, brownies, and cakes. It’s also a cute addition to anyone’s kitchen.

The hot sauce fan in your life will be thrilled to open up this gift from Austin-based brand Yellowbird. The set of four flavors includes a range of heat levels: serrano, sriracha, habanero, and ghost pepper.

Whether you’re shopping for a new homeowner or a friend who loves to cook, a unique salt and pepper set like this one will be greatly appreciated. They’re festive and so adorable—what’s not to love?

For the bourbon connoisseur, a special glass only adds to the experience. Each glass is carefully designed with a map of your choice of city, from the Big Apple to Chicago or Toronto.

Shopping for a cold brew lover? This one’s for you. The Hario coffee bottle makes five cups of cold brew in eight hours—perfect for early risers who want to prep their coffee the night before and have it ready to go in the morning.

Bring a little extra zen to anyone’s life with a sleek diffuser. This one comes with a remote control and looks chic on any bedroom nightstand.

Get this sweet mug for the friend who’s dreaming of a trip to Paris. With views of the city’s most iconic landmarks, they’ll get a little dose of Paris at home. Snag a similar option for the London lovers, too.

Maybe you’re shopping for the friend who has everything or someone you don’t know super well. In that case, a pretty candle is a no-fail gift and is always appreciated. Voluspa’s gorgeous embossed glass jars look great in everyone’s home and they smell amazing.

Satin pillowcases will help your favorite traveler get a better night’s sleep—they’re gentle on skin and hair, help control frizz, and keep you cool. And it doesn’t hurt that they look chic on your bed.

The last thing you need when you’re unpacking from a stressful travel journey is to find all of your necklaces and bracelets tangled together. A compact jewelry case is a great solution to keep valuables safe in transit and makes a thoughtful gift.

A great gift for dad or anyone who loves to spend their time in the great outdoors, the Carharrt cuffed beanie is equally comfortable and practical. Plus, it’s available in just about every color you can think of.

A cozy pair of slippers will always be appreciated. These warm, memory foam slip-ons come in plenty of colors from chestnut to pink, tan, black, and gray.

Socks may not sound like the most exciting gift you’ll ever receive, but this pair from Ugg will easily be the coziest. These soft socks are sure to be your friend’s new favorite pair to lounge around the house in and slip on before a long flight.