The Best Adventure Travel Gifts Under $50

The best gifts don’t have to break the bank, at least that is what we think here at The Adventure Travel Network. To show this, we put together a list of our favorite gifts for 2025 that are all under fifty bucks. These gifts are perfect for birthdays, stockings, or just anytime gifts. One thing is common between all the gifts, they help you adventure!

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Few Things Go Better Together Than Kahawa 1893 Coffee and Skiing

I woke up well before the winter sun rose, the sky still cloaked in darkness. My day began by boiling water for my Kahawa 1893 bagged coffee. Yes, you read that right: coffee in a tea bag. It’s simple, mess-free, and surprisingly effective. As the water boiled, I loaded my ski gear into the car. Just in time for the kettle to ring, the car was loaded. Pouring my first cup into my travel mug and enough water into a different thermos for more coffee later. Skiing and coffee have become the ultimate pairing—a ritual that kickstarts my day and keeps me fueled for the slopes. This winter, I discovered the joy of caffeinated skiing adventures with Kahawa 1893’s bagged coffee. It’s not as strange as it sounds, so hear me out.

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Upgrade Your Travel Kitchen With These Gifts

There’s something magical about cooking on the road—whether it’s a warm meal shared around the campfire or a solo cup of coffee enjoyed in nature’s stillness. A travel kitchen that’s both functional and inviting can make those moments even better. This guide is your go-to for thoughtful gifts that upgrade camp kitchens, from must-have tools to clever gadgets. Perfect for vanlifers, road trippers, and anyone who finds joy in cooking while traveling.

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VSSL's NEST Collection Just Dropped and It's A Coffee Changer

Adventure and coffee have long been inseparable. A steaming cup of coffee before a dawn patrol surf session, a hunting expedition, or a day on the slopes can set the tone for an epic day. Now, VSSL Gear, known for its innovative outdoor equipment, is poised to elevate the outdoor coffee experience with the introduction of the NEST Collection. This groundbreaking system is designed to bring a barista-level coffee experience to adventurers, and it's set to change the game for coffee lovers on the go.

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Blue Bear Is The Ideal Sleep Drink for Van Lifers

Where the road is both your companion and your home, a good night's sleep is a treasure beyond measure, especially during van life. The constant hum of tires on asphalt, the glow of city lights through the van windows – it all conspires to keep you tossing and turning. But fear not, fellow nomads, for there's a sleep elixir that has become our secret weapon on the road – Blue Bear.

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Whiskey, Tequila, and Beer Go Head-to-Head-to-Head on the Summit

Ladies and gentlemen, adventurers and connoisseurs, welcome to the most epic high-altitude showdown of all time! We've gathered here today on the majestic summit of Mount Booze, where we'll engage in a high-spirited debate over the three most iconic beverages: whiskey, tequila, and beer. As we sip and savor, we'll explore the pros and cons of each and determine which one truly reigns supreme at the top of the world.

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Feel Free to Drink and Drive With These Non-Alcoholic Beers

From summit beers to cracking open a cold one after zooming down that dusty single-track, few things are better than cheersing with friends after a long outing. Yet, there was always that voice in the back of my head saying, "Don't drink and drive." 

So, I often didn't part-take with friends. Until now. 

As non-alcoholic beers fill the shelves of our super markets, the options are getting pretty good. Some might even say better than alcoholic beer! But, I'll let your tastebuds decide on that.

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The Water Filter for Your Everyday Life

I wish I could say that when I picked up the Katadyn BeFree filter that I wasn't skeptical, but, I was for several reasons and they were all wrong. About two months ago, I was headed out to climb all of the 14,000 foot peaks in the Sawatch Range and needed a light-weight water filter to use on the go, without the worry of drinking bad water. 

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