The Best Men’s Travel Gifts Under $50

By John Scarpianto and Kendall Cornish
December 19, 2019
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These affordable travel gifts for men may each be under $50, but they are sure to surprise and delight any traveling man in your life.

Road warriors will appreciate practical solutions like a travel-ready shave set or a recovery kit that’s intended for new dads (but also pretty perfect for a long-haul flight). And the adventurous traveler will be thrilled to unwrap a straw that converts contaminated water to drinkable water as he’s drinking it.

Related:Women's Travel Gifts Under $50

There are fun gift ideas, too, like a travel-sized beer pong kit and a cheeky cookbook that’s specifically designed for the inevitable hangover.

This year, Travel + Leisure is offering its most comprehensive gift guides ever. The goal? Make sure you can find the perfect present for everyone — from the techies to the aviation nerds — on your list. Here are our top picks for men.
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Timex Southview Watch

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You don’t always have to empty the bank for a sleek looking watch. Timex offers this casual Southview with a sleek and soft leather strap. It’s water-resistant and made in the U.S to boot.

To buy: amazon.com, $46

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"The Hungover Cookbook"

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It’s exactly what it sounds like for when he needs it most.

To buy: amazon.com, $8

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Orvis Engraved Brass Luggage Tags

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Most men appreciate a quality baseball cap. This year, find a retro version of his favorite team, like this Chicago Cubs version from 1947.

To buy: orvis.com, $49

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Swiss Army Knife

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While not quite TSA-friendly, pocketknives remain extremely useful for everyday tasks — think screwdriver, wine opener, scissors, and can opener all in one. Swiss Army is the go-to brand, as it offers a lifetime warranty.

To buy: amazon.com, $36

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Craft Beer Glass Set

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This sampler set includes one of each glass: a classic pilsner, an English pub, Belgian ale, craft pub glass, porter/stout, and wheat beer.

To buy: amazon.com, $25

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"Anthony Bourdain Remembered"

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“If I’m an advocate of anything, it’s to move…walk in someone else’s shoes or at least eat their food.” Gift this tribute to the legacy of a master traveler, chef, and culture connoisseur to any man with the same qualities.

To buy: amazon.com, $18

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Encyclopedic Prints

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Artist Gene Rogovitz pays homage to well-known objects — he’s been surfing since the age of seven — with his collection of vintage-inspired prints. There’s also a bicycle and an LP.

To buy: uncommongoods.com, from $25

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LifeStraw

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This award-winning water filter is truly a must-have for any backpacker. As an alternative to iodine tablets and cumbersome pumps, it will filter up to 1,000 liters of contaminated water into drinkable form.

To buy: amazon.com, $18

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Minnetonka Moccasins

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There’s nothing like stepping into a warm pair of moccasins on a cold day, and Minnetonka has been making some of the best for more than 70 years.

To buy: nordstrom.com, $47

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Orvis Railroad Spike Bottle Opener

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Perfect for any train enthusiast, this authentic railroad spike converted into a bottle opener is a sentimental gift that any man can carry with him on hikes, road and camping trips, and what have he for years to come.

To buy: orvis.com, $29

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Yeti Tumbler

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With double-walled stainless steel, this tumbler will keep his coffee hot for hours on end, even in chilly weather.

To buy: amazon.com, $35

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The Art of Shaving Starter Kit

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A close shave shouldn’t be a struggle on the road. This travel-friendly kit features a pre-shave oil, shaving cream, after-shave balm, and a genuine badger shaving brush — all products which The Art of Shaving has spent years of research developing to guarantee optimal smoothness.

To buy: theartofshaving.com, $30

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