What'd you get for Christmas last year? You might remember a few things. But what about the year before that? Don't worry, you're not the only one.
The simple truth is that it's easy to forget presents. But you'll remember a new experience forever. So this Christmas, why not think outside the gift box, and give the ultimate experience: the gift of travel.
The trend of travel gifting isn't new. But it's becoming more and more popular for a number of reasons.
We want less 'stuff', less clutter, and more 'me time'. When it comes to physical gifts, tastes and trends change. But memories like travel last forever.
Overseas travel costs about the same as your big-ticket presents, but will have a greater impact than a new smartphone, Bluetooth headphones, jewellery or a kitchen appliance.
It's even been scientifically proven that buying travel is the way to go. A study out of San Francisco showed that life experiences make people happier than material things. And Washington University found that we adapt to material gifts so quickly that we forget them sooner. That expensive gift basket just means a whole lot less than a weekend in Sydney.
Travel's also the gift that keeps on giving. They get the big surprise on Christmas Day, the excitement of planning, the big build-up, the amazing trip itself, and then the joy of reliving it all later. And when they remember their trip, they'll remember it was you who bought it for them.
The best bit is that you can go too, buy yourself a ticket so you can experience it together.
But before all the fun of gift-giving, the first exciting step is up to you. What sort of trip would your loved one love? Whether you're planning an amazing beach holiday, a city escape, or a relaxing cruise, get all the inspiration you need at your local Flight Centre.