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Don’t Give a Bad Gift

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Thinking of giving a bad Christmas gift? Nobody really plans on gifting a bad holiday gift. I mean really, what’s the point of giving a gift that’s not appreciated or even wanted? Everyone wants to avoid giving a bad gift, yet every year, millions of bad gifts are given every Christmas.

Sometimes the slippers just don't cut it, get a gift that says "I get you"
Sometimes the slippers just don’t cut it, get a gift that says “I get you”

Why so many bad Christmas gifts?

Often times people will miss the mark and give a bad gift to their loved one.

Bad gifts can be a result of many things, but usually it’s because the gift giver either got caught-up the in latest fad or tech pump, didn’t take the time to think of the end user experience and what it’s going to be like for the recipient, or they just couldn’t get their head past the baseline material aspects of big brand Christmas gifts. 

Are they going to even like it?

In our affluent North American culture, we all have a lot of stuff. Getting a new gadget often times just ends up being a novelty that quickly fades and ends up forgotten.

Clothes and Christmas branded stuff can be fun for a day, but are they really cherished or even enjoyed? They say it’s the thought that counts, but if the Christmas gift truly sucks, what’s the point? You’re just wasting everyone’s time and money.

Give a gift that you can enjoy together 

If you want to get a gold star for your Christmas gift and totally avoid giving a bad present this Christmas, start thinking of a gift you can enjoy with your partner.

Harder to pull this off than just buying a set of slippers or pair of earrings, but if you can see the two of you enjoying an experience together and this can be a gift, you’re well on your way to not giving a bad Christmas gift this December 25th, 2023.

Give the gift of an experience

Christmas gifts like an all inclusive stargazing hot tub escape beat the pants off another tech gadget or sweater because they show you value your partner’s happiness and spending time together.

It shows you took the time to find a gift that prioritizes their happiness and your time together. Honestly, if you’re giving a gift to a loved one or significant other and aren’t incorporating those aspects, you’re missing the mark and risking giving a bad Christmas gift.

Less is more 

You don’t need to spend a lot. Whale House gift certificates start at just $99 and can be purchased online.

Want to make it extra special? Just customize your stay with the free VIP upgrade included in all stargazing hot tub escapes certificates and make the experience one to remember.

The most limited resource we all have is time. Please spend it wisely. We just want you to be happy.

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