The Gifts that Keep on Giving
We are one week away from Christmas, are you ready? Let’s see if any of these statements resonate with you…
You have most of your shopping finished.
You haven’t started wrapping gifts.
You are double checking the shipping cut-off dates to see if you can order any last minute gifts.
Whichever stage you may be at with holiday shopping, know that keeping it simple is a great way to go!
While I do ask my kids for a wishlist of the items that they would like to have, I do like to incorporate a gift that includes an experience. These are the gifts that I say are the ones that “keep on giving.” These gifts can include a wide variety of experiences from something small to a trip of a lifetime.
As you prepare for the gifting season, think of a way to include an experience for a friend, family member or yourself. A few experience gifts are…
A U.S. National Park Annual Pass - This is a gift I have sure enjoyed receiving and makes for A LOT of memories. If a person plans to visit at least 3 U.S. National Parks or several other destinations that meet the criteria, this is a great present for $80!
Concert Tickets - Many musicians have announced their summer tours and it’s a great time to get tickets for the upcoming shows. Getting tickets for an event in the future makes sure make it fun to look forward to. See what is playing near you.
Desert Botanical Gardens Membership - This is the gift for the desert lovers in your life that live near Phoenix. The Desert Botanical Gardens offers several membership levels, beginning with an individual at $89 per year.
Roadtrip Adventure - Plan a roadtrip adventure. Select a destination that has been on your radar for awhile, choose a date and start the planning. Loose plans can make for an unforgettable getaway.
Sporting Events - Tickets to a sporting event is popular gift for many. Whether it be tickets to a University of Arizona basketball game or passes to the Phoenix Open there are a lot of events to choose from.
One More Gift Idea
If you know of someone on your gift list that is getting ready for a trip, purchase an item or two that they need to for the upcoming adventure. If you aren’t sure what they need, a gift card to REI or Backcountry will help them get the gear they have their eyes on. They will be thrilled with this gift.
Gifting experiences is fun and often times, unexpected by the recipient. Have fun wrapping up your gifts and hope you enjoy the holidays!