INDIA, Dec. 10 -- As someone who takes holiday gifting very seriously (and has Amazon's Holiday Shop bookmarked like it's a personality trait), I firmly believe stocking stuffers are the unsung heroes of the season - especially when they're travel essentials your favorite jet-setter will actually use. There's something extra special about slipping a compact yet practical gift into a stocking and knowing it'll save someone from chaotic airport mornings, tangled chargers, or surprise luggage fees. So I rounded up the best $10-and-under Amazon finds, from luxe-feeling eye masks to sleek passport holders and clever organizers, to help every holiday trip run a little smoother.

And sure, a couple of these gems might be slightly bigger than the...