There’s just no way to avoid it. No matter how much planning you do, no matter how early you hit the shops and start checking items off your list, you’re always going to have those few lingering last-minute gifts. Whether it’s that one last gift for a loved one or that person on your list who is tough to shop for, finding the perfect last-minute gift can feel rushed and pretty stressful! Want to be sure you have a backup plan? Here’s the scoop on some last-minute gift ideas that just might turn out to be the season’s favorites.
7 Last Minute Gift Ideas
#1. SHOP.com eGifts…the perfect way to purchase a last-minute gift. Select from thousands of items – your gift recipient will receive an emailed gift announcement within minutes notifying them of the gift and who it’s from.
#2. Gift certificate to a local restaurant. What could be better than I night out that’s all paid for? Stop by your favorite local restaurant and pick up a gift card – that’s bound to make someone very happy.
#3. Pre-paid movie tickets. No matter if you’re talking movie buff or just your BFF, having some movie tickets in your back pocket is an awesome and special treat! Make it extra fun by filling a bag or basket with movie candy….
#4. A ride in a hot air balloon…yes, seriously! Check out soaring.com for a listing of local hot air balloon rides and purchase your tickets right there. What a cool gift!
#5. A pre-paid spa experience. When it comes to the ladies in your life, is there anything better or more fun than getting a chance to hit the spa? From massages to facials to mani/pedis – you cannot go wrong with a trip to the spa.
#6. Bourbon (or other spirits) of the month club. For that special guy in your life…it’s pretty awesome to get a monthly delivery of a new and perhaps, small batch, bourbon each months. .Check out Tasters Club for whiskey, rum and tequila options.
#7. A magazine subscription. Magazines are those little indulgences that we all love to treat ourselves to once in a while – so what could be more perfect than a subscription gift? It’s something you almost never buy for yourself! From Real Simple to National Geographic, there’s something for everyone.
What do you think? Can you find the perfect last-minute gift with some of these ideas?
P.S. To celebrate National Free Shipping Day you can visit these shops on SHOP.com on December 18th for –you guessed it!– FREE shipping!
