| Gifts that we all would like to get but never receive. | | | | 27. Tour bus trip of a major city - especially good for |
| Gifts that will be remembered as special and unique. | | | | seniors who have walking issues, but by no means |
| Great gifts for individuals, couples, seniors, and youth. | | | | limited by age when it comes to enjoyment. These |
| We have all received gifts which are nice, but just | | | | arrangements can be made through any travel agent |
| don't stand out as being something special and | | | | and they are a perfect resource for finding just the |
| imaginative. I have put together some ideas that may | | | | right one. |
| help assure the next gift you give will be remembered | | | | 28. Weekend for two at the beach or lake - excellent |
| as something really special and unique. | | | | for couples. Just the thing for those who never seem |
| Here you will gain ideas for everyone: individuals, | | | | to have time for themselves. Use a travel agent or |
| couples, seniors, and also for the young and young at | | | | sometimes you can find ads in the local papers under |
| heart. With just a little imagination you should be able to | | | | the heading of "Vacations" or "Time Shares" |
| find something here for anyone. Remember, it's not the | | | | 29. Dinner for two - works for any age. Again this is |
| cost of the gift that matters, but the fact that you | | | | great for the busy person always on the go. Select a |
| gave it a lot of thought and came up with something | | | | really nice place and let them enjoy a special meal |
| unique and appropriate for that individual. | | | | without any of the fuss. |
| Hopefully, these tips will assist you in all your gift giving | | | | 30. Camping trip - a relaxing getaway for the family or |
| in the future. Once you start thinking outside the box | | | | any group. Talk to the local sporting goods retailer or |
| and let your imagination go, you'll be surprised at just | | | | call the nearest national, state, or county park. If they |
| how easy it will be to come up with that perfect gift | | | | do not already have equipment than see about renting |
| for anyone. While I have included some of the more | | | | it from a dealer. Also, some of the parks have cabins |
| traditional gift ideas, there are many unique and unusual | | | | and there are RV's available for rent at some of those |
| items that should help your gift be one that is | | | | dealers. |
| remembered for years to come. | | | | 31. Bowling for two - enjoyed by all. This could be a |
| Personal Gifts | | | | couple, entire family, or just the young ones, they will all |
| 1. Makeup session - perfect for any woman, | | | | love it. |
| regardless of age. Any of the larger retailers selling | | | | 32. Trip for two to a major city, with hotel - a real treat |
| cosmetics are quite willing to help with this. Each of the | | | | for anyone. Travel agents are your best bet. They can |
| individual brands sold in these stores has | | | | set it up from start to finish. |
| representatives who specialize in this area. | | | | 33. Fishing trip on a chartered boat - good for individual, |
| 2. Hair styling - always a welcome gift. This is probably | | | | family or any group or couple. Talk to local boat |
| one of the easiest to arrange. If you know of a place | | | | retailers. Look in the yellow pages. |
| that is a favorite, talk to them and set it up and all your | | | | If there is a marina close than someone in the office |
| work is done. | | | | should be able to help. |
| 3. Makeover - great idea, but be sure they will not take | | | | 34. Day or night at the races - especially good if they |
| it the wrong way. Really special for someone that will | | | | have never been before. If there is a track near by, |
| appreciate it, but you need to know that they want this | | | | either horses, auto, or greyhound, than go for it. |
| one. Check with your better clothing retailers on this | | | | Sometimes if it's in a neighboring area they have |
| since they often have makeup, hair stylist, and clothing | | | | charter busses available for transportation. |
| all on site. | | | | 35. Trip to an observatory - both interesting and |
| 4. Day at a spa - a welcome gift for anyone. Your | | | | educational at the same time, for any age. This one is |
| better retailers and hair salons will be able to direct you | | | | for the young and old alike. It's one of those things |
| if you can't find a place on your own. | | | | most people would like to do sometime but just never |
| 5. Gym membership - good idea for all. With the | | | | get around to it. Check at the local university for |
| proliferation of these everywhere, there should be no | | | | information about where to find one. Another resource |
| problem with this one. However, be aware that some | | | | might be the local weatherperson on television. Call the |
| are known as big MUSCLE places and they tend to | | | | station and tell them why you need to talk to that |
| intimidate most, so select one that will appeal to the | | | | individual and you just might be surprised. |
| intended user. | | | | Tickets for Two |
| 6. Personal trainer - an extra you can add for those | | | | 36. Play - something local should be wonderful. There |
| already at the gym. If they already have a | | | | are many local theater groups springing up |
| membership, go in and talk to the manager on duty | | | | everywhere. The universities also have theater arts |
| and tell them what you want and they will be more | | | | and often offer productions. |
| than glad to set it up. | | | | 37. Concert - how exciting is this? Choose from Rock, |
| 7. Auto club membership - something all of us would | | | | Classical, or Pop. These are usually well advertised. |
| enjoy. This is especially good for women, simply as a | | | | They often sell out early so don't delay getting tickets. |
| safety issue, or new or young drivers who feel this | | | | 38. Auto show - terrific for the auto buff. A good bet |
| can wait until later when they can afford it. | | | | for any of the guys on your list, and the women and |
| 8. Tuition for a semester of school - what a super | | | | children like this one also. |
| idea. If you have someone in an academic school or | | | | 39. Horseback trail ride - wonderful for getting out into |
| taking a course in any field than this is always a | | | | nature. They may need to travel a bit for this since it's |
| pressing issue and will definitely be appreciated. | | | | usually out in the country. This could be combined with |
| 9. Gift certificate for clothing - better than trying to | | | | a camping trip. |
| guess what they like. If you know a special place they | | | | 40. Opera - if this is their thing, you will make their day. |
| like to shop than that's the place to go. | | | | This is really popular with opera buffs and sells out |
| 10. Gift certificate for computer accessories - they | | | | early so don't wait too long to get tickets. |
| know exactly what they need. Why take a chance on | | | | 41. Ballet - especially liked by young girls and the not so |
| something wrong when you can make it so easy for | | | | young also. If you can find a performance of |
| both of you, and they can get just the right thing the | | | | something like "Dracula" (yes, it really does exist) the |
| first time and not have to exchange it. | | | | men and boys will really enjoy that. Again, don't delay |
| 11. Sewing lessons - this one will last forever. Great | | | | getting tickets or they will be gone. |
| idea for the young also. This is one that they will be | | | | 42. Ice show - get ready because everyone wants |
| able to use over and over again. Most of the sewing | | | | this one. Really wonderful and desired by all. This is |
| machine companies offer lessons at their stores and | | | | another one that sells out early, so don't waste time, |
| all of the larger fabric stores offer them also. | | | | get tickets early. |
| 12. Quilting lessons - good for all, seniors and youth | | | | 43. Circus - childhood dreams can come true. Enjoyed |
| alike. This could go beyond just lessons and become a | | | | by young and old alike and together. Great gift for the |
| social event. Talk to the fabric stores and sewing | | | | entire family. |
| machine retailers for locations. The local community | | | | 44. Big horse show - something different for many |
| center may also be helpful. | | | | people. If they live in an area where one of these |
| 13. Defensive driving course - this one could possibly | | | | takes place than here is a chance to see something a |
| lower their insurance bill. Check with the local Dept. of | | | | little out of the ordinary. |
| Motor Vehicles for locations or ask at the local driving | | | | 45. Movie - good old standby, and appreciated more |
| schools. | | | | than you might think. With the increased prices, many |
| 14. Racecar driving lessons - especially good for the | | | | have scaled back on this so you might be surprised at |
| guys, but don't think they are the only ones who would | | | | just how much this gift will be appreciated. |
| be thrilled to receive this as a gift. If there is an auto | | | | Automobile Gifts |
| racetrack near then this is the place to go and if not, | | | | 46. New hubcaps - appreciated by any car enthusiast. |
| than see about traveling to one, because this one is | | | | These can be found at tire dealers or try some of the |
| too good to pass up. | | | | car magazines. |
| 15. Martial arts lessons - for any age, guys & gals. | | | | 47. New paint job - who wouldn't want this? If they |
| These have sprung up everywhere and can easily be | | | | have an older car than this just might be perfect. |
| found in the yellow pages. | | | | Check the yellow pages. |
| 16. Sky diving lessons - for the bold and brave and age | | | | 48. Tune up - always needed, especially by the |
| should not matter. Look at the small local airfields for | | | | younger drivers. Anyone who owns a car has a need |
| this or the yellow pages. | | | | for this. |
| 17. Computer lessons - wonderful for a senior who | | | | 49. Repairs - what a wonderful treat. If you know that |
| may not have had the early training that younger | | | | this is needed than why not. Always a good idea. |
| generations have. Many of the local community | | | | 50. Tires - a good bet for any car owner. Just like |
| centers and universities offer classes for both seniors | | | | everything else in this category, a best bet, because |
| and youth. Don't think that they already know | | | | everything is always needed. |
| everything. Many of these classes offer exactly what | | | | More Extravagant Gifts |
| they wish they knew. | | | | 51. Cruise - for that special person. Your travel agent is |
| 18. Dance lessons - how exciting is this? Choose from | | | | the place to go for getting this in a tidy package with |
| Ballroom, Latin, C&W. Besides the traditional dance | | | | all the details included. |
| schools there are numerous smaller studios and even | | | | 52. Tour of another country - wonderful idea for |
| private dance clubs and community centers offering | | | | anyone. Again the travel agent is the place to go. |
| these lessons. | | | | 53. Remodel a room - fantastic and long lasting. If you |
| 19. Music lessons - we all wish we had these. Most | | | | don't already have a resource go to the local home |
| local music stores selling instruments can help with this. | | | | supply dealer. Many of them can provide this service. If |
| They often will provide the instrument, either included in | | | | you use someone you do not know, be sure to check |
| the lesson fee or for an additional rental fee. | | | | out references. |
| 20. Horseback riding lessons - always a real treat. | | | | 54. Landscaping - really special for the homeowner |
| Harder to find in some areas, but well worth the effort, | | | | who just never got around to it. Talk to a local garden |
| especially for the young. Don't forget about the adults | | | | center about this. |
| for this one because this is a great way to exercise. | | | | 55. Trip to a dude ranch - quite popular and exciting |
| 21. Cooking lessons - perfect for anyone who likes to | | | | these days, especially for the city folks. Here is |
| improve on what they already know. There is no age | | | | another one for the travel agent. |
| limit on improving. If you have trouble finding this, ask at | | | | Resources |
| the local schools offering home economics classes or | | | | When searching for your unusual gifts it sometimes is |
| some of the community centers or restaurants. | | | | necessary to do some creative shopping. Many times |
| 22. Flying lessons - another one for the adventurous. | | | | you wont find these items at the normal retailers. |
| This needs a local airfield. Look in the yellow pages. It | | | | Remember, you are looking for the special and unusual. |
| might be just outside their immediate area but will be a | | | | That won't be on the next shelf. You need to go that |
| wonderful gift if you can make it happen. | | | | extra step to make it happen. |
| 23. Boating lessons - when it comes to safety, your | | | | The Internet is a great place to shop for the type of |
| never too old or too young. Choose between | | | | things you are looking for. You can find just about |
| motorized & sailing. If they live near a large lake or | | | | anything listed on eBay or one of the other auction |
| river or on one of the coasts than any of the boating | | | | sites. Another place to go is |
| sales dealers in their area should be able to direct you | | | | Don't forget to seek out the community centers or |
| to the right place for this. | | | | sporting goods dealers. They can be a huge help for |
| 24. Indoor climbing lessons -anyone who enjoys | | | | outdoors type gifts. The local universities are another |
| something exciting and challenging will go for this one. | | | | source of information. It simply takes a little extra |
| Most of the larger sporting stores can help you find | | | | effort, but it will all be worth it when you come up with |
| this. Some of them offer it right there in the building. | | | | that great gift. |
| 25. Art / Painting lessons - for those who always | | | | You will learn to enjoy the fruits of your labor when |
| wished the had them. If there isn't an art school in the | | | | you see how delighted people are when they receive |
| area, try the local universities or the local art galleries, | | | | their best gift ever. |
| art supply stores or craft supply retailers. | | | | Not to be outdone by any of these, of course, I have |
| General Gifts | | | | my own products to market. If you would be |
| 26. White water rafting trip - wonderful for a family or | | | | interested in giving a gift that could possibly benefit the |
| any group. Talk to the local sporting goods retailers or | | | | health of those you care about, visit or contact me |
| look in the weekend newspapers for a guide of | | | | through my website. |
| activities. | | | | |