10 experiences to give instead of gifts

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Chances are, you’re still trying to find that perfect gift for your loved ones. If you feel like you’ve exhausted your store-bought options, give them an experience that you both can remember forever. Curate a beautiful memory.


1. Rent a car and go on a day trip.

Why not visit a nearby national park or take a scenic road? Bring some snacks and music, and you’re set.

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2. host a sleepover.

Bring back an old classic with a sleepover hosted at your place. Bonus: Wake up late and make a stay-at-home brunch.

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3. Plan a happy hour progressive.

Pick your top 3 bars and organize a happy hour progressive - drinks on you.

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4. Try an escape room.

Get your neurons working and set up an escape room trip.

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5. Host a mini scavenger hunt.

If you’re the creative type and have time, host a scavenger hunt in your home - or neighborhood. For inspiration check out this and this.

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6. Go on a beach day.

If you’re lucky enough to live near a beach, book a day and set up a picnic at the beach. If you live in a cold place, make it an indoor s’mores evening.

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7. Plan a 3-course home cooked meal.

Wow your friends and fam with a special home-cooked meal. For some inspiration, check out this and this.

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8. Create a spa day at home.

Draw a bath, play some spa music, light a candle, and pour them a glass of wine. Set a space for them to relax.


9. Curate a music playlist.

Make a Spotify playlist for them - it’s the new mixtape. Invite them over and debut the playlist in person.

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10. Spoken word.

And finally, if you’re feeling inspired, write them words from the heart and give them a spoken word performance.

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