Finding the perfect gift is tricky. Will that handsome new golf pullover fit your dad? What if your husband has decided that tequila is the new whiskey? And to this day, you’ve never given a gift that your sister hasn’t returned.
Did you know studies show that the happiness we feel from receiving material things fades more quickly than the joy from receiving experiential gifts? This year, instead of spending time and money on presents that lose their luster before the new year even begins, consider gifting something truly unique that packs a lifetime of staying power…travel.
Whether it’s the trip of a lifetime or a weekend away, here are five reasons why you should give the gift of travel.
MEMORIES LAST FOREVER
Chances are you no longer use or wear that “it” gift you absolutely had to have, but the memories of your family road trip through Yellowstone stand out vividly. Let’s be honest, no matter how thoughtful your Amazon Prime find is, chances are it will be forgotten just as quickly as it was delivered. Your travel memories, however, last a lifetime.
THE GIFT OF QUALITY TIME
Travel gives us the gift of time. When we escape our day-to-day grind, we are able to reconnect while spending time with our loved ones. It’s been shown that shared experiences are key to strengthening relationships, and what better way to do so than by experiencing a new place together? Whether you travel with the whole family, a group of friends, or your better half, you’re sure to enjoy quality time while sparking a renewed appreciation for one another.
TRAVEL BROADENS OUR HORIZONS
Seeing new places and engaging in different cultures opens our minds and helps us gain new perspectives. As an educational tool, travel is an exciting way to learn about the world around us and will certainly receive a much more enthusiastic response from little ones than a textbook.
THE ULTIMATE RESET
Suffering from boredom, lack of inspiration, or feelings of restlessness lately? Might I suggest a three-day spa weekend to calm your nerves and ease your mind? Or perhaps the anticipation of a week-long jaunt through Europe next year is just what the doctor ordered to reignite your creativity. While we don’t doubt that Goop’s Gift Guide has the latest and greatest items for self-care, there is just something about getting out of town that simply can’t be beaten.
THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING
The gift of travel is more than just the trip itself. As soon as your loved one unwraps a travel gift, the excitement begins! You may choose to give a perfectly designed itinerary that’s fully complete or a trip with no set destination and create the experience together. You could also help make someone’s bucket list a reality with a bundled planning package. The possibilities are endless.
This holiday season and beyond, choose to give the gift of anticipation, excitement, and optimism. Let’s do this 2021!
