As Christmas looms around the corner and we’re counting down our days to the most-awaited season of the year. We can’t help but get ecstatic and overjoyed. It’s going to be the season of love and charity all over again.
Christmas is still the season of giving. But remember that gifts are not limited to physical gifts. There are other alternatives that can be as meaningful and memorable. Give your loved ones the gift of experience instead. Below are some experience gifts you may give any season of the year.
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Travel / Vacation
Gifts don’t necessarily need to be in the form of something material and tangible. It could be expressed in many ways, and bringing your partner in life or your family to someplace else is one of those things. It will surely be a memorable experience that couldn’t be matched by the fanciest gadgets and jewelry such as amber jewelry. Going to another place is always about the excitement of exploration and adventure. Be it in a luxurious city such as Singapore, London, Paris, or Milan, or be it a date with nature such as the Grand Canyon and the wonderful islands of the Philippines. Any travel gift is something everybody will love and treasure for the rest of their lives.
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Quality time together
Of course, you can opt out of travel if you want to spend Christmas with your family and loved ones at home. Instead, what you can do is set aside a time when you can do something together. It can be some time at the park with your kids, a movie night with your friend, or a dinner you made with your siblings. The key is to do something together and enjoy each other’s company.
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Charity
One of the most selfless acts you or your significant other can do this season is to give to the less fortunate. While you might not get back materially the things you gave, the rewarding feeling of being able to help those who are in need is something that will truly captivate the heart of the giver. Give to charity on behalf of the person you’re supposed to give the gift to. A lot of charities have cards that you can give instead which will also let the person know you gave to charity for them.
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Ave T says
I think that experiences are the best gifts ever! Gifts get forgotten but experiences especially things you do together are the most memorable gifts.
BohemianBabushka says
Love the way you think. Memories and being charitable are lifelong feel good gifts that should be given and shared as often as possible. Gracias for the reminder. BB2U
Mimi "MimiCuteLips" Green says
Giving to charity is always nice. However a vacation would be incredible l. I need to know what that feels like.
Amanda says
I totally agree with you that spending quality time with friends and family and helping your community should be priorities for EVERYONE this holiday season. I love volunteering with my kids–it sets a great example and we work to make the world a better place.
Debra Hawkins says
I would love to give my kids a vacation for Christmas! The problem is we always do our vacation in the summer, so it seems like a long time to wait for their Christmas.
Janelle Dominique Swing says
Oh, I love these kinds of gifts! The best things in life are free. Lol!
valmg says
People should be charitable all year round. I love family time at the holidays, playing games and watching movies is perfect for us.
Franc Ramon says
The gift of travel can really be a good one since we learn a lot when we travel. Charity would also be a heartwarming contribution this Christmas.
Liz Mays says
I definitely want to spend lots of time as a family this year. Experience gifts are the way to go!
Karen Presley Dawkins says
When my brother’s family and mine get together at the holidays, we spend a day serving at the local homeless shelter and then come home to eat soup, crusty bread, and cookies. We learned a long time ago that serving others together brings us closer than anything we could “gift.” Some of my favorite memories of all time!
Kisa 'Yuki' Johnson says
I really need to get more experiences this time of year. I don’t like the cold or the winter at all, but I’m sure there is something I can find to do with the kids to make this time of year more magical for them.
Candy Kage says
Giving the gift of travel is always welcomed. Sometimes it comes in the form of trips or places they want to visit while there. We pay for them ahead of time and helps them do and see more while on vacation.
Sarah says
I love getting the gift of travel or an experience. My hubs and I both love to give this gift to each other!
Heather @ Kraus House Mom says
I would much rather get an experience or adventure with my family over a material gift.
Rachel Akers says
I love the idea of giving an experience rather than a traditional gift. I was just looking at baseball tickets last night.
https://www.tiarastantrums.com says
We always adopt a family in our community through our church for the holiday season. We gift them with Thanksgiving and then the whole shebang of Christmas. Our church community is wonderful in helping those in our community and I love it. Great ideas!
Alli Smith says
We do give back to our community by helping supply toys for kids in need. Spending time together as a family and helping others is two of my favorite things about Christmas.
Amber says
We don’t have the funds or time to travel, but we will be spending time together at least! We also like to give back. We always donate to Toys For Tots.
Robin Rue says
I am ALL ABOUT experiences these days. It doesn’t have to be an extravagant gift, but making memories is everything to me.