33 Smart Travel Gifts Under $100 You’ll Want to Keep for Yourself

Taking a cue from the words of 19th-century British designer William Morris, you should never give a gift that isn’t both beautiful and useful. Luckily, Dinogo’s curated travel gift selection not only offers both practicality and style, but also great value. From a duffel bag crafted from recycled bottles to a playful luggage tag, here are 33 travel gift ideas under $100.

1. Uniqlo Round Mini Shoulder Bag

Uniqlo’s trendy Round Mini Shoulder Bag is seen on travelers from London to New York to Tokyo. Its popularity is well-deserved: made from dirt-resistant nylon, it holds your daily essentials without being bulky and can be worn either on the shoulder or as a crossbody. Available in classic black and beige, as well as vibrant yellow, purple, and pink.

2. Welly Quick Fix First Aid Kit

For minor injuries like cuts, scrapes, and bruises, Welly’s Quick Fix First Aid Kit is a handy travel-sized tin filled with fabric bandages in two sizes, plus three packets of antibiotic ointment and single-use hand sanitizer. It’s perfect as a small gift or stocking stuffer.

3. Béis Mini Weekender Bag

The Béis Mini Weekender is the perfect personal item for your flight or an overnight bag. It has ample space for your laptop, toiletry pouch, and an extra outfit. It also features a dedicated shoe compartment to keep your footwear separate from your clean clothes. Available in nine stylish colors like olive green and maple brown, or you can opt for limited-edition striped designs for $114.

4. Matador Laptop Base Layer

From reusable toiletry bottles to foldable beach blankets, Matador is known for creating some of the toughest travel gear around. This padded laptop case is no exception. Designed for laptops ranging from 13 to 16 inches, it features an inner drybag liner that can be rolled over and sealed for full waterproof protection. Additionally, there’s an external pocket for storing your charger and mouse.

5. Papier Travel Journal

This hardcover travel journal features 192 pages filled with prompts, games, a packing guide, and space to document up to six trips. It includes sections for transport, accommodation details, budgets, packing lists, and itineraries—making it an invaluable resource when you’re sharing your travel tips with friends. Plus, there’s a fun illustrated world map that you can color in as you travel.

6. Aesop Arrival Travel Kit

Elevate your loved one’s toiletry collection with Aesop’s Arrival Travel Kit, which contains four travel-sized bottles of the brand’s signature shampoo, conditioner, geranium leaf body cleanser, and invigorating rind concentrate body balm with a refreshing citrus scent.

7. Bombas Gripper Slippers

No one wants to pack bulky slippers when traveling, but cold feet can certainly ruin a cozy cabin escape. While regular socks might do in a pinch, these slippers come with grippy bottoms to keep you from slipping. Available in sizes for youth, toddlers, and babies starting at $18, adult versions also come in a variety of fun, colorful patterns.

8. Cincha Travel Belt

These vibrant travel belts let you secure your personal items to your suitcase handle, preventing them from sliding off while you're navigating the airport. To use, simply slip the elastic loop over your carry-on handle and fasten the buckle around your personal item. Crafted with vegan leather accents, this belt is adjustable up to 45 inches to fit even the fullest tote bags. Plus, Cincha donates 100 airline miles to Miles4Migrants for each belt sold, helping to reunite migrant families.

9. Roq Innovation Headlightz Kids LED Beanie and Glove Set

Perfect for après-ski s’mores by the fire or a post-sunset snowshoe hike with the family, these beanie and glove sets made Oprah’s 2023 Favorite Things List. The standout feature is the built-in rechargeable LED headlamp in the beanie, which offers three brightness settings, including a red and blue strobe for emergencies. Roq Innovation’s founder, Raquel Graham, is no stranger to the spotlight, having appeared on Shark Tank. Her products are designed with comfort in mind, free from itchiness or bulk, and the Headlightz series comes in five vibrant colors that resemble candy.

10. CalPak Car Organizer

A must-have for any road trip, CalPak’s Car Organizer features three spacious compartments to keep clothes, snacks, and games neatly arranged. It can be placed in the backseat or trunk and includes handles for easy transport. The limited-edition designs are a hit, including a chic cheetah print and a playful daisy pattern.

11. Rumpl NanoLoft Travel Blanket

Know someone who’s about to board a red-eye? The Rumpl NanoLoft Travel Blanket offers the ultimate comfort for a flight—without the extra bulk of a sleeping bag. When packed into its included carry sack, it’s about the size of a Nalgene bottle and weighs only 0.7 pounds. The clever 'Cape Clip' feature allows you to secure the blanket around your shoulders, leaving your hands free for sipping airplane wine or adjusting your seat-back screen—all while staying cozy.

12. 'Tripping' Luggage Tag

This luggage tag is the ultimate gift trifecta: practical, stylish, and full of humor. Featuring a whimsical pastoral illustration with the word 'TRIPPING,' this design comes from multimedia artist Wayne White, famous for his Emmy-winning work on 'Pee-wee's Playhouse' in the late '80s. He also created the cheeky 'FOMO' passport wallet ($15), a perfect companion if you want the full set.

13. Bellroy Toiletry Kit Plus

This toiletry kit boasts a clever zippered design that allows it to open wide for easy access to your items. It’s also easy to clean and offers plenty of storage, with a dedicated compartment for your toothbrush.

14. Rains Hilo Weekend Bag Small

The highly water-resistant Rains Hilo Weekend Bag Small offers 18 liters of storage space, perfect for packing your essentials for a short trip. It features a detachable shoulder strap and comfortable webbed carrying handles for easy transport.

15. Ries Essential Travel Bottles

Reduce plastic waste by ditching disposable toiletry bottles. Instead, use refillable travel-sized containers like Ries' 1.7-ounce or 3.4-ounce bottles. Ries is a Black woman-owned brand. Dinogo’s former newsletter editor, Maliah West, suggests their Mini Duo Starter Set ($30), which includes two 1.7-ounce bottles with a secure locking system to prevent spills.

16. Baggu Go Pouch Set

The Baggu Go Pouch Set includes three versatile pouches, perfect for keeping your bags organized. The small pouch is ideal for stashing keys, AirPods, and lip balm, the medium one works great as a toiletry bag, and the large pouch serves as a packing cube for clothes. Baggu frequently releases new patterns, with current designs featuring phases of the moon, constellations, Hello Kitty, gingham, and even Snoopy in a puffer coat.

17. Twelve South Airfly Pro

With the Twelve South AirFly Pro wireless transmitter, you can connect your wireless headphones to in-seat movie screens on airplanes. It plugs into the headphone jack and sends audio signals via Bluetooth to up to two sets of headphones. It can also function as an AUX IN adapter for rental cars. With a 25-hour battery life, it’s compact, about the size of a matchbox.

18. BL+ The Cream

Dry air on airplanes can seriously dry out your skin. Counteract this by applying a rich face cream like BL+ The Cream from Blue Lagoon Iceland. Made with microalgae and silica from the same geothermal source as the iconic blue pools, this 15 mL travel-sized pot may be on the pricier side, but a little goes a long way and it makes for a luxurious gift.

19. Springer Classic Dog Travel Bottle

For pet owners who love to travel with their furry companions, this clever water bottle is a must-have. Featured on Shark Tank, the Springer Classic Dog Travel Bottle is made from BPA-free plastic and provides a drip-free way to hydrate your dog on the go. With a built-in bowl on top, simply squeeze the bottle to fill the bowl with water, then release it to let the water flow back into the bottle. The 22-ounce bottle comes in additional sizes (mini 15 oz, flip 20 oz, growler 44 oz) and includes a handy carabiner for easy carrying.

20. Paravel Cabana See-All Vanity Case

Made from two recycled water bottles per bag and finished with recycled vegan leather details, Paravel’s spacious vanity case offers ample room for all your travel toiletries. Its transparent side panels make it easy to see exactly what’s inside. There’s also a smaller version available for $75, and with four color options, you can coordinate it with Paravel’s Cabana tote and luggage pieces to create a stylish matching set.

21. Cadence Capsules

Crafted from recycled ocean-bound plastic, these innovative capsules from AAPI-owned Cadence allow you to stop buying miniature versions of your favorite travel toiletries. Simply fill each capsule with up to 2.75 ounces of your preferred face wash, moisturizer, or other liquids from the larger bottles you already own. They're fully leak-proof and sold in sets or individually in three sizes. The hexagonal capsules magnetically connect to form a honeycomb pattern, and they come in calming colors like lavender and eucalyptus.

22. Little Sun Original Solar Lamp

Created by Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson, this portable, flower-shaped solar lamp serves as both a nightlight and a wearable flashlight. Little Sun is committed to providing sustainable energy solutions to communities without electricity, with proceeds from sales funding donations. Since its inception in 2012, the company has distributed over 1.6 million Little Sun products to regions such as sub-Saharan Africa.

23. Yeti Rambler Straw Mug

Drinking from a regular screw-top bottle while driving can be both frustrating and dangerous. The Yeti Rambler Straw Mug solves this problem by fitting easily into any cup holder and featuring a reusable straw lid, allowing you to take a drink without taking your hands off the wheel. Available in sizes from 25-ounce to 42-ounce and a range of colors, it’s perfect for everything from road trips to iced coffee runs.

24. Thule Compression Packing Cubes

Once you experience packing cubes, you won’t want to pack without them. Thule’s Compression Packing Cubes are crafted from Bluesign-approved ripstop nylon that is not only water-resistant and extremely durable but also environmentally friendly. Featuring double YKK zippers, these cubes can be tightened further after closing to squeeze out excess air, reducing bulk and maximizing space.

25. Apple AirTag

If you're firmly in the Team Checked Bag camp, an Apple AirTag is a must-have. This tiny Bluetooth tracker, the size of a quarter, can be easily hidden in your luggage and tracked via Apple's Find My network, just like your iPhone, Apple Watch, or AirPods. Say goodbye to the nightmare of lost bags.

26. Trtl Travel Pillow

Can you really put a price on a peaceful flight? With the Trtl Travel Pillow, you absolutely can. Its ergonomic design uses a lightweight, padded frame wrapped in fleece to support your neck, offering all the comfort of a traditional pillow without the bulk. Once you experience a pain-free, restful sleep in the air, you'll forget all about how it might look.

27. Kikkerland Earbud Cleaning Kit

This travel-sized tin is a clever stocking stuffer, packed with everything you need to give your earbuds a thorough cleaning. It includes soft bristle brushes, cleaning swabs, a spray bottle, and cleansing wipes, all stored in a compact container about the size of an Altoids tin.

28. Teva ReEmber Camp Shoes

Teva's ReEmber slip-ons are the perfect travel shoes, featuring a collapsible heel that lets you switch from a sneaker to a clog with ease. Whether you're breezing through TSA or relaxing around the campfire, these sustainable shoes, made with recycled materials, have you covered. A rugged Terrain version with a durable sole is also available.

29. Paravel Fold-Up Bag

Made from 22 recycled plastic water bottles, Paravel’s lightweight nylon bag folds down into a small pouch for easy storage when not in use. This bag makes a great gift for both overpackers who always need extra room for souvenirs and minimalists who are looking for a compact weekender. Despite its small size, it surprisingly holds more than you'd think.

30. Explorer Cold Brew Travel-Size Bottles

Airplane coffee is often disappointing, from the bitter beans to questionable water. Thankfully, LGBTQ-owned Explorer Cold Brew has made single-origin cold brew coffee concentrate travel-friendly by downsizing to 2-ounce bottles. These are available in gift packs of 12, 24, 36, 48, 96, or 192 bottles. For a fresh cup of coffee at 30,000 feet, simply mix the cold brew concentrate with water (or milk) over ice. Plus, for every box purchased, Explorer Cold Brew donates clean water access to those in need through Charity: Water for a full month.

31. Chocolate & Steel Travel Quote Necklaces

Christine Street, an artist from Los Angeles, crafts these elegant quote pendants in both gold and silver using recycled metals. A portion of the proceeds supports a rotating selection of environmental and human rights nonprofits. With a variety of travel-inspired quotes, like ‘The mountains are calling, and I must go’ (John Muir), ‘I don’t know where I’m going, but I promise it won’t be boring’ (David Bowie), and ‘Life is either a daring adventure or nothing’ (Helen Keller), there’s a quote for every traveler. Custom options are available, and the pendants can be enhanced with tiny charms or ethically sourced gemstones. Christine even offers a Pride Collection, with proceeds going to the Trevor Project. Dinogo’s executive editor Billie Cohen wears a necklace featuring Hunter S. Thompson’s famous line, ‘Buy the ticket, take the ride,’ a personal reminder from her teenage years to overcome panic attacks and embrace the journey ahead.

32. Itzy Ritzy Travel Happens Reusable Sealed Wet Bag

During a holiday gift exchange, I snagged this reusable, sealable wet bag, and it’s now my most-used travel accessory. The bag features a cotton exterior with a thick BPA-free plastic lining, making it both waterproof and easy to clean. You can use it for toiletries, wet clothes, snacks, or even as a storage case for your wallet and electronics on the beach or during rainy weather. It comes in various charming designs and includes a snap strap for easy hanging on towel bars or beach chairs. If it gets dirty, just toss it in the wash and let it air dry.

33. Soft Services Buffing Bar

Elevate your soap game with these buffing bars from Soft Services, a Brooklyn-based brand. These bars exfoliate your skin with superfine sanding crystals, leaving you refreshed after a day of travel. They also have an amazing fragrance. My favorite is 'Debaser,' a unique collaboration with Brooklyn perfumery D.S. & Durga, featuring notes of fig and tonka, says Katherine LaGrave, Deputy Editor at Dinogo.

This article was first published in 2021 and is updated on an annual basis. The most recent update took place on October 30, 2024, with the latest information included. Reporting for this article was contributed by Nicholas DeRenzo.