Experiential gifts

So, you have a friend or family member that is on an un-cluttering binge... "no more stuff," they say. BUT you want to treat them with a gift. If 'stuff' is off the table, consider experiential gifts. These gifts may create happy memories that last a lifetime, and what more can you ask of a gift?

Sporty Ideas

Four!! How about a golf club membership or golf lessons? If your gift recipient is more into giggles than golf-whispers, think mini-golf.

Tickets to a Professional Sports game or a College game. If you have an avid fan in your midst... a ticket to a favorite team's home game might bring on the cheers.

An afternoon of horseback riding, or a series of lessons for the budding equestrian.

A day of kayaking or time in a canoe at a favorite nearby body of water.

Rock climbing-gym gift certificates. A great way to get that climbing bug under control when the weather is too cold for outdoor adventures.

Sky diving lessons. Not for me... that whole being-up-high thing, but I've known folks who use a sky diving lesson as a way to mark a big lifetime milestone. Me? I like my feet on the ground, and there are indoor options available for folks like me (and children).

Family Fun

Amusement park passes. Enough said. These would make anyone feel like a kid again.

Children's Museum passes. Imagine the year-long of fun a family could have if you bought them an annual membership.

Travel

Do you live near the water? How about a gift certificate for an afternoon cruise? If you don't live near the water -- how about a 2-3 day cruise?

Weekend away at a Bed and Breakfast or cozy Inn. Talk about a romantic gift... yes, please, let's talk about it!

How about planning a winery tour?

Learning is Fun

How about cooking classes for the budding chef?

Knitting classes or sewing classes at a local shop.

Computer training for someone new to the laptop scene or someone looking to improve current skills.

Fun and Relaxation

Can we say spa day? Amusement Park for stressed-out grown-ups. Bring it on!

Movie and dinner passes. Can't go wrong. Throw in free babysitting if giving to a friend with small children. Talk about being a hero!

And save even more money when you find local gift certificates at a discounted price... nothin' better.

-reenie