Comments on: 53+ Ways to Give Experience Gifts Instead of Stuff This Year (Even Last Minute)

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 06:56:53 +0000

In reply to Kevin Mogee. Sometimes you need the supplies to do the activity :) Feel free to skip any or all of those activities though if you prefer not to get any items.

By: Venkat Warren

Venkat Warren — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 21:39:57 +0000

Love : that is what we should give as a true Holiday “ gift “ !
It comes in many forms as this article points out !
Material things are evanescent and very transitory ! Long lasting memorable experiences , especially for children is ideal : the article gives plenty of ideas !
Cheers. Venkat.

By: Mel

Mel — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 20:15:11 +0000

Thanks for the foundation of ideas to help us put our mindset in the right perspective of giving with purpose that creates joy and fulfillment, instead of mindless giving that creates stress and lack.

By: Renea

Renea — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 17:04:18 +0000

In reply to Katie Wells. So why not update this post by combining those two lists into just “Experience Gifts for Mom and Dad” so that it isn’t quite so stereotypically gendered? JD’s comment was over four years ago and the fact that it hasn’t been changed in the time since is offensive.

By: Kevin Mogee

Kevin Mogee — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 15:18:02 +0000

53 Ways to give experiences instead of stuff, and yet there are 15 affiliate Amazon links to stuff.

By: Richard

Richard — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 14:35:59 +0000

In reply to Jane. You might not see this, but consider using AI to find the right words to help you express yourself.

By: David

David — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 14:19:01 +0000

Thank you for wonderful article. One of the memories I have of Christmas growing up was a family tradition of ice skating together. Each year we all had fun and got progressively better. Being cold in the outdoor rink was part of the experience as well as the hot chocolate when we got home. The only gift I remember begging for was a rock ’em and sock ’em robot that was fun 1st week but one boxer arm jammed and never played with gift again. Your ideas are varied and wonderful!

By: Patricia

Patricia — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 13:52:01 +0000

We’ve been taking short trips the week After Christmas. As a Grandmommy to 4 spectacular Grandchildren I love being with all 4 at least for a short day trip.

By: Lyn

Lyn — Sun, 17 Oct 2021 07:06:10 +0000

In reply to Sarah. Wrapping experiences could be fun. Be creative. Ex: a limo wine country trip..you could give a bottle of wine with a custom label stating what the experience entailed or you could wrap a wine glass using a wine map or pamphlets showing the various wineries. This would me a great gift for Mom

By: Melody

Melody — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 18:49:30 +0000

In reply to Jessica. I came here to say the same thing. I’ve had this list saved to my favorites for a couple years but wish it would be updated…

By: Bart

Bart — Sat, 28 Nov 2020 16:47:56 +0000

If you’re concerned about the rampant consumerism that has overtaken our holiday season, consider something different this year. If you’re looking for the best family present try this book – Chess Puzzles for Kids by Maksim Aksanov – It uses a chess teaching method that has been perfected for over a decade, kids will LOVE learning chess through fun stories and exercises. This for sure will be the best experience gift.

By: Katie Wells

Katie Wells — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 14:25:31 +0000

In reply to JD.

This list obviously doesn’t work for everyone, as we’re all so different, but it’s items that I personally love. Some men wouldn’t like the items on the list either, as again, it’s based on things my family prefers, but won’t be for everyone 🙂

By: JD

JD — Wed, 23 Sep 2020 23:12:17 +0000

Seriously…on the gifts for mom?? Seems a little antiquated. I mean, dad recs show skydiving or sports and mom recs are a day of pampering and sleeping in. What is it, 1950?

By: Maria Gutierrez

Maria Gutierrez — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 00:37:29 +0000

In reply to Teresa. Oh my god EXACTLY my thoughts. I was literally going through the comments to see if anyone noticed this ridiculous difference between the gifts for mom and dad. Dad gets to skydive, mom gets a “poop in peace” certificate or some crap like That. Um, does Dad do NOTHING for the house and kids all year around that you need to get sleep as a stinkin’ christmas gift?!? Lol. Do better.

By: Jane

Jane — Tue, 17 Dec 2019 17:28:37 +0000

Hello! Last year I sent my son to a French Summer camp. He spent unforgettable holidays with international teenagers in South of France. The camp is called FIL (Francais Immersion Loisirs) and they offer French original workshops on morning and fun activities in the afternoon. My son made new friends from all over the world and he kept in touch with some. I’m very happy about it because he enjoyed a family-friendly atmosphere and he learnt a practical French! I hope this post helps you to offer a great experience to your kids…

By: NAncy Masopust

NAncy Masopust — Sun, 15 Dec 2019 15:10:38 +0000

My husband and I agree with your ideas on gift giving fir our grandchildren.
They are 3 and 5 1/2.
This year we got tickets fir them, their parents and ourselves to see Frozen on Broadway.
We are trying to come up with a way to present them with tickets and explain our gift of spending the day together.
Trying to find the right words.
Any help will be appreciated.

By: Lesia

Lesia — Sat, 02 Nov 2019 20:06:12 +0000

In reply to Susannah.

Hey – as you are thinking about going through your kiddos toys, consider donating them to a local early childhood education program — materials for young children in. Group setting can be very difficult to maintain.

Our community has options for giving to Salvation Army and other organizations that can “re home” the items to a child who can enjoy them like new .

By: Bernie Bradley

Bernie Bradley — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 20:25:07 +0000

Our family has exchanged names for years. We included the children in the exchange but always felt the responsibility of the purchase, wrap etc,etc, was ultimately left to the parents. Last year we did the exchange as per family, and it was great. Each family bought and received a gift which was a family experience. As it was not stuff, parents and children enjoyed their family gift together. Even as grandparents we were included in this exchange. Memories were made for all. We plan on doing this again this Christmas.

By: Kelly

Kelly — Fri, 01 Mar 2019 18:04:15 +0000

I love this post. It inspired me to create an experience gift for my niche, cruising families. Thank you!

By: Lil Snow

Lil Snow — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 23:21:22 +0000

In reply to Heather. Is this age appropriate for 6 and 7 year olds?