Gifts for your mom who loves travel, under $25

For the mom who is already planning the next trip. Seven Valentine's gifts, each chosen because it belongs in her hands, and each with a plain reason she'll feel it was picked for her.

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Chosen from gifts shoppers rated 4.3 out of 5 or better when we found them. Prices as of Oct 31, 2026. Prices and availability may change.

Our top pick

Lovepop

Lovepop Guiding Compass Pop-Up 5x7 Birthday & Everyday Card | Thank You; 3D Outdoor Greeting Card for Husband, Wife, Kids, Daughter, Mom, Him, Son, Men, Dad, Sister, Her, Friend

Why we think this fits: a compass rising from mountains and trails feels made for someone always dreaming up the next trip
What makes it special: the cover opens to a hand-assembled 3D compass rising from mountains and lakes, with a note card and envelope included

$13.00

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Laurence King

Around the World in 80 Trees: (The perfect gift for tree lovers)

What makes it special: a collection of stories about eighty trees from around the world

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$18.03~~was $28.99 —~~ Save 38%

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LEADO

LEADO Travel Candle, Travel Gifts for Women, Traveling, Gifts for Travelers | Cool Gifts for People Who Travel, Girls Trip, Funny Christmas, Birthday Gifts Ideas for Travelers Women, Mom, Couple, Her

Why we think this fits: a candle that pokes fun at her wanderlust with a wink she'll immediately get
What makes it special: a lavender-scented candle made from natural wax with a cotton wick and up to 50 hours burn time

$13.99

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Harvest

The Baking Bible: An IACP Award-Winning Cookbook of Foolproof Cake, Pie, and Pastry Recipes

What makes it special: an iacp award-winning collection of foolproof cake, pie, and pastry recipes

$33.99~~was $45.00 —~~ Save 24%

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Three more worth a look

Ranked below the four above, still chosen for the same person.

HELORAY

HELORAY Book Lover Gifts for Women Bookish Gifts for Readers Book Accessories for Reading Lovers Bookish Items Themed Presents Librarian Gift for Readers Cool Bookworm Gift for Reading Lovers

What makes it special: a set with a drinking cup, glass straw, makeup bag, socks, a soy candle and two bookmarks

$16.99

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Caravel Gourmet

Caravel Gourmet Natural Sea Salt Sampler, Pure Finishing, 0.5 oz x 6 Salts | Gourmet cooking gift, variety pack from around the world, 6 imported salts, rich taste

What makes it special: six natural sea salts in portable containers, packed in a reusable tin with a digital recipe book included

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$21.99

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qyqkfly

Positive Crochet Espresso Coffee Cup Love Gifts Coffee Lovers Deskdeco | Birthday Anniversay Love Gift for Her Him Women Men Girlfriend Boyfriend Wife Husband Mom Dad

What makes it special: hand-stitched from soft brown yarn with a tiny red heart accent and a card reading 'i can't espresso how much you bean to me'

$8.99

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