Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Give The Gift of A Vacation or Experience

Looking for a gift for someone who has everything? Need a memorable wedding or anniversary gift? Well, I recently came across a company, called Smart&Co (888) 846-7269, which allows people to purchase pre-packaged vacations and experiences. Available at retailers, like Borders bookstores, these gifts are glorified gift certificates for weekend getaways, spa treatments, hotel stays and adventures.

For a flat-fee, the gift giver can choose what type of vacation getaway or experience they'd like to offer as a gift. There are more than 125 options to choose from, ranging from a choice of 105 adventure activities (like ice tunnel bobsledding, ATV driving adventures or paragliding), to spa treatments and one-night stays at a bed-and-breakfast. Prices range from $69.00 to $369.00, depending on the experience. The Smartbox "gift certificates" can be redeemed across the Northeast and California and come packaged in a nice presentation gift box.

This is a unique and fun twist on a gift certificate that allows the gift receiver to choose from a wide range of vacation experiences or activities, based on the type of Smartbox gift you (the gift giver) present. Categories include Adventure, Serenity and Adrenaline. Additional information is available from the company's website - www.smartbox.com/us.

As a reminder, almost of all the major airlines, as well as resort and hotel chains, also offer their own gift certificates and/or gift cards which can make a wonderful gift for a traveler.