Travel is expensive. But travel gifts? They don’t have to be! Sharing my top travel gifts under $30 for 2024
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Sometimes, it’s the smallest things that bring the biggest smiles.
Those little things that make a big difference in a traveler’s day are often easy on the budget—and easy to gift!
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Today I’m rounding up a curated selection of gifts under $30, because thoughtful gifts don’t have to break the bank! This budget-friendly guide is packed with affordable finds that still feel personal and special, proving that a great gift is all about the thought, not the price tag:
TOP BUDGET TRAVEL GIFTS UNDER $30
1. Cheeky Olive Oil | This extra virgin olive oil from the Mediterranean is begging to be displayed on their countertop (no decanting here!). With a punchy burst of lemon, it will undoubtedly keep stealing the show.
2. Zipper Clips | For the friend who’s traveling internationally (or to a destination that is rife with pickpockets), these tiny clips can make all the difference between keeping their belongings safe or having to deal with replacing their valuables on vacation.
3. Poker Set | Place your bets on how much they’ll enjoy this vibrant poker set and then get ready to rake in the compliments on your gift giving skills.
4. Hydrating Eye Patches | Jet lag who? This tub of cooling eye patches melts away those long travel days, so your recipient can look awake (even if they don’t feel it!).
5. Waterproof Dopp Kit | Give the gift of organization with this attractive dopp kit! It has just enough storage inside for all their toiletries, and is waterproof to keep everything contained and dry.
6. Clean Fragrance Set | Fragrance samples are the perfect size for taking on a trip, and this little set is free of most allergens and safe for sensitive skin.
7. Stash-Ready Scrunchies | The sneakiest, most beautiful way to hide a little extra cash, these clever scrunchies keep it at the ready without tempting fate.
8. Cashmere Beanie | An ultra-soft, toasty beanie to keep their soft, not-so-toasty head warm! This one is incredibly lightweight and easy to pack for all their winter travels.
9. Impossible-to-Misplace Pen | For the traveler whose bags run deep, this pen will be there at the ready (and practically glowing!) for them to easily fish out.
10. AirTag | I know, it’s annoying that this gift is only a penny under the spending limit, but would you believe there are still travelers who haven’t embraced the AirTag lifestyle? Obviously the best gift would be the gift of airlines not losing your bags, but this is the next best thing (at least some airlines are now integrating the tracker’s location into their systems, so it can help ensure a speedy return!).
Still looking for more inspiration? Check out these past gift guides: 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017
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Does your family impose spending limits for gifts? What is your gifting limit?
