Best Products Gift Guides The Best Men's Travel Gifts Under $50 By John Scarpianto and Kendall Cornish Kendall Cornish Facebook Instagram Twitter Kendall Cornish is an e-commerce editor and digital producer. With a background in branding and growth marketing, Kendall is skilled in operations management, art direction, technical editing, and product marketing. She's currently the Best List writer and producer for Apartment Therapy and previously worked as an e-commerce editor for many Dotdash Meredith brands, including InStyle, Real Simple, Health, Travel + Leisure, and People. * 3+ years of experience working as an editor and content strategist * Received a bachelor's degree in English language and literature/letters from the University of Hawaii at Manoa * Received a certificate in publishing, communication and media studies from Columbia University * Received a certificate in digital marketing, e-commerce, and marketing analytics from The Wharton School Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 27, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: Courtesy of Respective Retailers 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. 01 of 12 Timex Southview Watch Courtesy of Amazon 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 02 of 12 "The Hungover Cookbook" Courtesy of Amazon It's exactly what it sounds like for when he needs it most. To buy: amazon.com, $8 03 of 12 Orvis Engraved Brass Luggage Tags Courtesy of Orvis 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 04 of 12 Swiss Army Knife Courtesy of Amazon 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 05 of 12 Craft Beer Glass Set Courtesy of Amazon 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 06 of 12 "Anthony Bourdain Remembered" Courtesy of Amazon "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 07 of 12 All Roads Take Us Home Map Glass Duo Courtesy of Uncommon Goods These dishwasher safe glasses are customized with etches of maps of your choosing — perfect for the travel who loves a neat drink. To buy: uncommongoods.com, from $48 08 of 12 LifeStraw Courtesy of Amazon 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 09 of 12 Minnetonka Moccasins Courtesy of Nordstrom 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 10 of 12 Orvis Railroad Spike Bottle Opener Courtesy of Orvis 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 11 of 12 Yeti Tumbler Courtesy of Amazon 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 12 of 12 The Art of Shaving Starter Kit Courtesy of The Art of Shaving 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 Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit