If there is an inherent headache in Christmas is the search for that detail with which to succeed during the always competitive delivery of original gifts of invisible friend . Since we imported this tradition, offices, families and groups of friends are divided between those who love it and those who hate it, but resign themselves to participating. For all of them, look for this gift It is an act that becomes more complicated, especially when the budget is smaller. But if you invisible friend If you like to travel, you are in luck, because we have prepared a list of ideas with which to surprise you, for amounts that start from 5 euros or less. And, for greater satisfaction, everyone can to buy online.
For less than 5 euros
the year you were born
Curiosity is a trait shared by all those who they love to travel . Precisely thinking they were created 'The year you were born' , a collection that draws an idea of what the world was like (advertisements, characters, births, news, historical events...) when the recipient of this original gift came to him.
The year you were born book
on amazon
a hobby book
If you don't mind spending 65 cents on your budget, the Logic Games book from the Alma publishing house is a secret friend gift perfect for a traveler.
a book of puzzles
on amazonBetween 5 and 10 euros:
A passport cover
The only element that accompanies a traveler at all times of his trip is his passport. It seems logical that having it always protected is one of the main priorities, especially considering that it is made of paper and that we are risking leaving and/or entering a country, as well as a peaceful return home. The matter is serious. Do you need any more reason to give a passport cover to your invisible friend?
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passport cover
on amazon
A travel board game
Precisely because it is not the typical secret friend gift this idea is so original… and valuable! You are giving him much more than a traveling board game , the key to entertainment and fun during getaways, journeys and, of course, endless waiting.
Sushi go!
on amazon
A tag for the suitcase
Having the suitcase identified is key in case of loss, a situation that unfortunately is more than familiar to world travelers. The best solution is to include a luggage tag , this is from Mr. Wonderful. A gift that your invisible friend will certainly appreciate.
Identification tag for the suitcase
on amazon
Journey notebook
Compact, flexible and with plenty of room to develop traveling creativity. If you invisible friend It is one of those who always regrets not having written down the itinerary or that restaurant that they liked so much during their trip, there is no better gift than a travel notebook to remember everything. This is designed in Barcelona and has 150 pages, 10 of them with tables that facilitate the collection of information. Another option, for those with a little more budget, is the moleskine travel notebook.
Journey notebook
on amazon
A protector for the cable
Searching (with more or less desperation) for a place to charge your mobile is just another part of any trip. And this small and affordable animal-shaped accessory was designed to ensure that the most delicate area of your charger does not suffer.
charger cable protector
on amazonBetween 10 and 15 euros:
A scale to weigh the suitcase
Raise your hand if you've never been to the check-in counter and discovered that his suitcase was over the weight allowed by the airline. To avoid this, nothing better than a special scale to Baggage . The one from the Freetoo brand is the most sold and the best valued in amazon (it has more than 20,000 opinions), in addition to a great gift.
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luggage scale
on amazon
A stand for the tablet
It is not only one of the best secret secret friend gifts , also one of the most practical. Even you yourself have missed a portable support for the tablet when you watched a series on the plane or on the train; and you know.
mobile support
in asos
a document holder
Having all the necessary documents under control is key to enjoying an incident-free trip. Is passport cover of the Flintronic brand also has space for cards, which are protected with anti-theft RFID blocking in order to prevent all the documents that go inside from being scanned.
Amazon.
document holder
on amazon
a mask
To get more and better sleep during your trips. And that not only applies to means of transportation but also to those places that lack blinds.
Mask
in asos
A travel bag
Another essential traveler turned into an excellent candidate for gift of practical secretive friend It is a travel bag with mini sizes and bottles of less than 100 milliliters to fill at home. This one is from Wilkinson and is designed to cover shaving needs on the go, although there are selections to suit all tastes, just serve as an example is so complete by Nuxe.
DosFarma.
travel shaving kit
in DosFarma
a piggy bank
Saving to travel is a key aspect to be able to cross off all the destinations that are part of your list. And nothing like the traditional technique, a wooden piggy bank. This one from Natura includes a world map on the horizon, so you never forget its true purpose.
Nature.
traveling piggy bank
in natureBetween 15 and 20 euros:
a travel calendar
Waiting to know when and what will be the next trip of the year, nothing like a calendar with suggestions of possible destinations . The new edition of this travel version proposes 12, one per month, represented with beautiful illustrations.
Legami travel calendar
on amazon
a travel pillow
Comfort, whatever the means of transport, is one of the most important aspects when embarking on a trip. Getting to sleep during most of the journey is the main objective and, a large part of the success is in having a neck pillow . This is from Samsonite.
neck pillow
on amazon
luggage organizers
The secret friend gift perfect both for that friend who always has a hard time closing his suitcase because traveling with more things than he needs has become a habit and for the least organized of the group. Although the truth is that this set of four suitcase organizers of different sizes is a great gift for any traveler.
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suitcase organizers
on Amazon Basics
mini medicine cabinet
Though we hope we never have to use it, all trip (wherever you go) you need a first aid kit. If you invisible friend is one of those who tends to forget it, or to keep the essentials every day in one place, this bag with space for medicines of different sizes is the best gift you can give him.
Amazon.
travel first aid kit
on amazonMore than 20
A challenge
If there is a way to recognize that an inveterate traveler lives in a house, it is the photos of his adventures and, of course, the maps that decorate it. This Christmas we propose to give the classic map a twist by giving away another challenge, only in this case in the form of a list of the 100 places that everyone should visit in life. What is special about this poster is that it allows, on returning from the trip, to 'scratch' it. The only problem'? They won't stop until they complete it.
Amazon.
Top 100 seats
on amazon
A collapsible backpack
Another of the objects that are really necessary during a trip (and in life) are the foldable backpacks . At Nike they have created a lightweight design but with a 17-litre capacity, which compresses to be stored in a bag similar in size to a purse. Plus, it's made from 65 percent recycled polyester.
Nike Packable Backpack
in Nike
a travel book
And not just any, but one of the most famous: The Bucket List (100 Adventures Big & Small). A hundred adventures of all sizes and for all kinds of desires (and travelers) spread throughout the world. The best manual for when all this happens and, in the meantime, start dreaming again about a future full of adventures.
The Bucket List: 100 Adventures Big & Small
on amazon
A reusable water bottle
Because it is an essential accessory for any trip, as well as the best way to ensure that we minimize the number of single-use plastics that we consume. If he doesn't already travel with his own reusable water bottle, give him this one.
reusable water bottle
at Nordic Nest.
fresh coffee
Always, regardless of the fact that there is no coffee shop nearby. And that is only possible with the invaluable help of a portable coffee maker . The best, by popular acclaim, is that of AeroPress: capable of making it in just a few seconds. She is a serious candidate secret friend gift all time favourite.
Amazon.
AeroPress
on amazon
music to go
From the hand of the portable speaker GO 3 of the JBL brand. It weighs 209 grams (and measures 8.7 x 7.5 x 4.1 centimeters), it is waterproof (it is IP67 certified) and its battery offers up to 5 hours of autonomy.
JBL portable speaker
on amazon
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This report was originally published on December 3, 2019 and updated with new gifts on October 22, 2021.
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