Holiday Travel Gift Guide

Happy Black Friday!

This time of year, many of us tend to shop for products as gifts for our loved ones. But really, who needs more stuff? Having a special adventure to look forward to, no matter how local or budget-friendly, does wonders for your mental health. What’s more: years from now, you’re far more likely to remember a weekend getaway in Paris more fondly than an iPad - no matter how many apps you can load on it, real experiences with the ones you love are invaluable.

Consider treating someone (or yourself!) to the gift of travel, instead of physical things this year. Below I’ve put together a collection of special and memorable travel experiences can be enjoyed around the world, for about the same price as three popular holiday sale items: a smartwatch, a TV, and luxury jewelry.

This holiday season, collect memories - not things.

Trips for the Price of a Smart Watch (~$300)

2 nights at The Hoxton Downtown Los Angeles (4*) - from $250

2 nights at Hotel Des Arts Paris Montmartre (4*) - from $310

3 nights at Pramana Watu Kurung (5*) in Bali - from $306

3 nights at Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul (4*) in Puerto Vallarta - from $314

Trips for the Price of a TV (~$400-600)

Flights + 3 nights at Paris Las Vegas (4*) - from $420 per person

2 nights at Queen Kapiolani Hotel (4*) in Honolulu - from $621

3 nights at Sareeraya Villas & Suites (5*) in Ko Samui - from $563

2 nights at Blue Palace Elounda (5*) in Crete - from $690

4 nights at Miramar Hotel by Windsor (5*) in Rio de Janeiro - from $550

3 nights at Karpaha Sands (4.5*) in Sri Lanka - from $560

Trips for the Price of Facny Jewelry ($1000-1500)

5 nights at Constance Belle Mare Plage (5*) in Mauritius - from $1,032

Flights + 4 nights at Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana (5*) - from $1,475 per person

6 nights in a villa at Alila Ubud (5*) - from $1,344

4 nights at Melia Ko Samui (5*) in Thailand - from $1,072

3 nights at Ikies Santorini (4*) - from $1,091

4 nights at Clouds Estate (4*) in Stellenbosch Western Cape Wine Country - from $1,032