Plesae help me with a last minute unique gift idea

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:There may be a generational clash here. This younger generation is more into experiences than things. The easiest way to make them happy is to buy an experience for their honeymoon registry or really sticking to the registry and just write them a beautiful meaningful note in a card you send. That is something they can save forever together with the honeymoon memory.

If you want to do registry plus something off registry there are some great ideas here if you know them well. Food is tricky unless you know their preferences, allergies, special diets, etc and the purpose is to give what they want, not something that needs to be dumped at office. Food pantries don't accept perishables of course. Wine is a lovely gift if you know them well, but just because someone loves wine, doesn't mean they aren't a functional alcoholic. A friend of mine was in this category and they loved all the engagements gifts of alcohol, but within a year her husband was figuring out she truly had an issue even if she maintained friends and held down a job. Flowers are beautiful and appreciated, but again, you need to know them well. You don't want to set off someone's allergies.

There is nothing wrong with expressing you sadness at missing and your love for them in writing. Beautiful sentiments shared are a gift. You don't need to try to go beyond the registry in the hopes they will realize how special this is to you. Your words can express that.

What is a honeymoon registry?

Another scam created by the hospitality industry. It is a way for you to pay for some experience during the honeymoon. The only people who benefit are the people who run the hotel; otherwise, you're just paying a hefty markup for some two cent amenity or experience.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Bottles of wine to open after return from honeymoon, at 1 year anniversary, 5 year and 10 year.

A family member who is a big wine person did this for us. Our 10yr bottle was genuinely the best wine I’ve ever had, which has me really anticipating 15 and 20!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Bottles of wine to open after return from honeymoon, at 1 year anniversary, 5 year and 10 year.

A family member who is a big wine person did this for us. Our 10yr bottle was genuinely the best wine I’ve ever had, which has me really anticipating 15 and 20!

That sounds like a pretty cool gift. And something to really look forward to! Did you save parts of your cake to have with it?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Bottles of wine to open after return from honeymoon, at 1 year anniversary, 5 year and 10 year.

A family member who is a big wine person did this for us. Our 10yr bottle was genuinely the best wine I’ve ever had, which has me really anticipating 15 and 20!

The benefit of this is that it’s both a gift and a future “experience” for the couple to share.

[Anonymous]

Call the hotel and have something special waiting in the room for them to snack on when they check in. We have always enjoyed these edible surprises after we get to our destination.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Plant a tree in her and her husband's name.

I know you mean well but, OP, don't do this. No one wants this.

+1

[Anonymous]

Do you know her favorite pricey restaurant? You could do a gift card for a significant amount.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Bottles of wine to open after return from honeymoon, at 1 year anniversary, 5 year and 10 year.

A family member who is a big wine person did this for us. Our 10yr bottle was genuinely the best wine I’ve ever had, which has me really anticipating 15 and 20!

The benefit of this is that it’s both a gift and a future “experience” for the couple to share.

Assuming they're still married.
I think it's an awesome gift, by the way...just pointing out the obvious.

I also like the idea of a gift during the honeymoon, if they're staying in a hotel/resort that you can purchase spa appointments, or dinner, or sparkling wine, etc.