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Christmas is coming which means the inevitable stress of Christmas gift shopping is also coming and if you've got a big family, it's even more stressful. Keeping to a budget, finding something for everyone and making sure you're getting the same 'level' of family Christmas gift for everyone? It feels impossible. But allow us to help.
What if we told you that you can solve all your Christmas family gift dilemmas in one place? That's right, you can tick off your Christmas gift for your uncle, auntie, mum, dad, brother, sister, cousin and even your grandparents from your Christmas gift-shopping list in less than 5 minutes. But first, let's tackle the most asked questions about buying family Christmas gifts.
How To Buy The Best Family Christmas Gifts
What can I surprise my family with for Christmas?
To truly surprise your family this Christmas, you've got to give them a family Christmas gift they've not seen before and one that's truly a step above the rest. Alternatively, give them something handmade that shows you've gone the extra mile to get them a unique Christmas gift tailored to their interests.
What is a good gift for family?
You can't go wrong with a Christmas gift that encourages family bonding, less time away from the screen and more time making memories together!
How much should I spend on a family Christmas gift?
The amount you spend depends on your budget, the type of family Christmas gift and how much you want to spoil your family members. Experience gifts like Hotelgift or Flightgift cards offer flexibility in price. For immediate family members, you might spend between £50 and £500, depending on the family Christmas gift’s value. For extended family members, smaller gestures like £50 vouchers can still offer meaningful experiences.
How do I buy Christmas gifts for large families?
For large families, it's best to opt for versatile Christmas gifts that you can personalise to each family member. Experience gifts such as Hotelgift or Flightgift cards are ideal, as they let your family choose when and where they want to book their hotel or flight. You can also set different budgets for each family member while maintaining the same Christmas gift type.
8 Special Ideas For Christmas Family Gifts
The Best Christmas Gifts For Mums
Suggested gift card value: £450
Redemption suggestions: A relaxing UK spa weekend or a European city break
Kicking off our list of the best Christmas gifts for mums is a Hotelgift card. With just one gift card for hotels, she can book hotels in dream travel locations in the UK, across Europe and internationally like:
Hotelgift also offers heaps of choice of accommodation types for your mum to choose from. From sustainable hotels, ski hotels, B&Bs, and luxury resorts to adult-only hotels, we know she'll find the best one for her. As with every gift card from Experiencegift, you can add your own photo and message to make it super unique to your mum and add a Christmas gift card value between £25 to £10,000. If you're lucky enough to be with your mum this Christmas, we recommend buying a luxury gift card that's sent for free in the post on 11-inch gold card in the shape of a boarding pass.
The Best Christmas Gifts For Dads
Suggested gift card value: £300
Redemption suggestions: A luxury golf weekend or a city break
Next on our list of the best Christmas family gifts is one for the Dads. For dads who love to relax and unwind, a Hotelgift is the best Christmas present. Whether he's into:
- Golf
- Road trips
- Ski trips
- Sporting city breaks
This family Christmas gift for Dad lets him choose from a wide range of hotels. He could plan a golfing weekend at a top resort in Scotland, a luxury ski resort or a cosy hotel in a historic European city. Personalising the experience gift card with a thoughtful message will make this Christmas gift extra special for your Dad!
The Best Christmas Gifts For Brothers
Suggested gift card value: £200
Redemption suggestions: A hostel in Berlin
Our next Christmas gift ideas for families is a hotel gift card for your brother. Whether he’s planning a trip with friends to Amsterdam or a solo weekend in Berlin, this experience gift card has him covered. He can choose from boutique stays, modern hostels, or even eco-friendly hotels. Whatever he goes for, he'll be delighted that he can save some money on his holiday accommodation all thanks to your special family Christmas gift.
The Best Christmas Gifts For Sisters
Suggested gift card value: £200
Redemption suggestions: A girly European getaway
A Flightgift is the perfect Christmas present for sisters who loves to travel. Is she always going on about her dreams of a weekend in Paris or a holiday to Ibiza, this experience gift for Christmas allows her to book flights with all the major airlines flying to over 980 destinations. With the freedom to book flights to countless international locations, she can plan a spontaneous adventure or a carefully curated trip whenever she’s ready. Personalise the gift card with a photo and message to make it extra special, and she'll be jetting off in no time!
The Best Christmas Gifts For Grandparents
Suggested gift card value: £400
Redemption suggestions: A peaceful countryside stay or a charming seaside stay in the UK
For grandparents, a Hotelgift is a special and easy-to-use Christmas present for grandparents that empowers them to explore Britain and visit far-off (or nearby) relatives. They can choose from a selection of beautiful UK destinations, whether it’s a:
- Peaceful stay in the Cotswolds
- Serene B&B in the Lake District
- Cosy seaside retreat in Cornwall
The redemption process is straightforward, perfect for those who might not be as tech-savvy. With 24/7 customer service, Hotelgift ensures that any questions or issues are quickly resolved, offering peace of mind for both you and your grandparents as they plan their relaxing getaway all thanks to their Christmas gift card.
The Best Christmas Gifts For Aunties
Suggested gift card value: £150
Redemption suggestions: A luxury UK weekend
For aunties who love a little luxury without straying too far from home, a Hotelgift is a perfect family Christmas present idea for aunties. She can enjoy an upmarket weekend in Durham, or a relaxing break on the Jurrasic Coast. Whether she has time for a whole week away or just a night, she can redeem her hotel gift card on whatever fits her schedule.
The Best Christmas Gifts For Uncles
Suggested gift card value: £100
Redemption suggestions:
Treat your uncle to the coolest Christmas gift of all with a Flightgift. Whether he’s keen to explore cities like Rome or Berlin or prefers a shorter domestic flight within the UK, this Christmas gift card for families offers the flexibility to choose from hundreds of airlines like British Airways, Jet2, Transavia or Virgin. He'll also have 2 years to redeem it so no need to rush!
The Best Christmas Gifts For Cousins
Suggested gift card value: £50
Redemption suggestions: A fun UK city break stay or a quirky accommodation experience
For your cousins who love to travel (or just party up and down the UK), a Hotelgift is a great Christmas family gift idea. Whether they want to try out a trendy hostel or stay in a quirky hotel in a bustling city like Dublin or Manchester, this family Christmas gift for cousins encourages them to get a change of scene whether they choose to book accommodation in the UK or abroad. Add your own photo and write a fun message to make it extra special.
Give Special Long Distance Family Gifts With Experiencegift
Although gift cards from Experiencegift make for beautiful stocking fillers, you can also gift them to long distance family members thanks to our PDF and eGift options. Rather than waiting for their family Christmas gifts to arrive in the post, choose to:
- Forward on a PDF experience voucher
- Send an animated eGift straight to their inbox within 5 minutes
Like the luxury experience gift cards, you can personalise your family Christmas gift by adding a photo and writing a message making it a super easy and super special Christmas gift for long distance family members that's guaranteed to arrive in time.
Buy Experience Gifts For Your Family This Christmas
With Experiencegift, you can give the best family gift for Christmas either by choosing a Hotelgift or a Flightgift. And thanks to the various delivery methods, you can choose to send a luxury experience gift card in the post to yours or theirs or send a digital experience gift card for a Christmas gift for long distance family members that's guaranteed to arrive on time. Either way, you'll be giving your family members the chance to make new memories, explore new places and bond with their nearest and dearest - what could be better?
