Gift ideas under 30 euros: 7 useful gifts from Réunion Island

For a gift under 30 euros that really pleases, go for something useful every day, attractive and with a story. In the Tropical Factory shop, every classic size and the smaller insulated sizes stay below €30, from the pouch at €14 to the XL tote at €29.

Here are seven ideas, sorted by price. Prices are those shown in the shop at the time of writing.

1. The classic pouch, €14

The pouch is the ultimate all-rounder gift: make-up, pens, chargers, a travel first-aid kit, a small beach kit. It comes in many designs, including Endormi, the chameleon in this post’s photo, Fano, Ravenala, Tropical, Letchi, Case créole, Kori and Nguzi.

For whom? A colleague, a friend, a teenager, someone you do not know very well.

2. The insulated bottle bag 1.5 L, €16

An insulated sleeve for a one-and-a-half-litre bottle. Handy for hiking, at the beach or in the car. It comes in Kori and Pink Monstera.

For whom? A hiker, a sports lover, a beach regular.

3. The S classic tote, €20

A small bag for trips into town, small errands or the bakery. Available in designs such as Bora, Case créole, Endormi, Fano, Letchi, Paille-en-queue, Ravenala and Tropical.

For whom? Someone who travels light, an older person who shops on foot.

4. The L classic tote, €24

Between the S and the XL, the L suits top-up shopping, a quick market run or the gym. It comes in Fano, Ravenala, Tropical and Zanzibar.

For whom? A student, someone who shops by bike or bus.

5. The insulated lunch bag S, €24

A small insulated bag for lunch or a snack. It comes in Bora and Kori.

For whom? A colleague who eats at the office, a child starting school. Our guide to insulated lunch bags helps you pick the size.

6. The insulated lunch bag M, €27

A little bigger, for a full meal or a small picnic for two. It comes in Paille-en-queue and Pink Monstera.

For whom? A couple who love picnics, someone who takes all their meals for the day.

7. The XL classic tote, €29

The most versatile size in the range: shopping, the beach, the market, a weekend away. It is the size offered in the largest number of designs, all visible in the Classic bags range.

For whom? Everyone, really.

Why these gifts go down well

• They get used: nobody puts a bag or a pouch at the back of a cupboard, they use it.
• They tell the story of Réunion Island: a lychee, a chameleon, a turtle, a tropicbird, a Creole house.
• They mean something: they are made from recycled plastic bottles.
• They are easy to send: the shop delivers to Réunion Island and Europe with Colissimo.

Our little gift tips

• Slip a surprise into the bag: a jar of local jam, a little vanilla, a handwritten card.
• Pair two small sizes: two pouches in different designs stay under €30.
• Think about how the person will use it before choosing the design: a lunch bag for someone who eats at the office, a bottle sleeve for a sporty friend.

For ideas with no budget limit, see our selection of handcrafted gifts from Réunion Island.

Delivery and timing

Orders ship within 5 business days of confirmation, with Colissimo, to Réunion Island and Europe. Shipping costs depend on the address and weight, and are shown before you confirm your order. If you have a specific date in mind, order early.

FAQ

What is the cheapest Tropical Factory gift?

The classic pouch, listed at €14.

Do prices include VAT?

Tropical Factory is a micro-business: VAT does not apply (article 293 B of the French tax code). The price shown is the price you pay, plus shipping.

Can the gift be delivered straight to the recipient?

Yes, just enter their delivery address when you order, on Réunion Island or in Europe.