Special Gift Experiences For A Milestone Birthday
The 50th birthday is one of the most important yet notorious birthdays a person has in their life. Popularly known as the Golden Jubilee year and referred to as the Golden Age, a 50th can be quite the magnificent affair in which the person being honoured traditionally receives gifts made of (surprise, surprise) gold. The idea of reaching half a century in age is an incredible milestone worthy of the grandest of celebrations, however to some it may prove to be a daunting prospect.
This special occasion is the perfect time to explore incredible experiences, from thrilling adventures to luxury retreats, that make for unforgettable 50th birthday gifts. These are perfectly normal anxieties and fears to have surrounding the landmark birthdays shared by many people all over the globe. Here at Gifting Owl, we suggest straying from the traditional gift giving approach and going the extra mile to give them a truly personal present. There is nothing more personal than sharing a really special experience with those who mean the most to you. By the time most people have reached the big 5-0, unique individual gifts are the ones they treasure the most after years of receiving many the conventional birthday gift.
No matter how the soon-to-be 50-year-old in your life may be feeling about their big day ahead, they deserve all the best from their friends and family as they celebrate the beginning of the latter years of their life. Gifting Owl is home to a wide variety of unique experiences that make for really exciting outside of the box gifting options.
Contrary to many material birthday gifts, these activities leave behind memories that money simply cannot buy. Below we have compiled a list of carefully considered experiences and suggestions that just might be perfect for the lucky giftee you have in mind. If you find yourself in the category of people who may be at a loss for ideas, there is a simple foolproof solution that is always a crowd pleaser; food.
Food And Drink
There is not much better than sharing a nothing short of mouth-watering meal paired perfectly with pristine local wines and the company of your friends and loved ones. By the time one arrives at the golden age of 50 they will have had their fair share of the world’s vibrant culinary offerings and know full well what their favourite dishes and cuisines are.
Use this to your benefit when choosing from one of our delightful gifting experiences. With such a large selection of dining options available on Gifting Owl, there is bound to be one that just ticks all the right flavour boxes for your recipient’s seasoned taste palette. On the other hand, if you happen to be buying for an adventurous soul who loves to try new things, consider gifting them a culinary outing unlike one they’ve ever experienced before.
If you think this could apply to your lucky giftee look no further than our Authentic Culinary category in which you’ll find an amazing variety of wonderfully unique one-on-one cooking and dining experiences. With such a wide variety of delicious cuisines to choose from, guests can expect to meet a friendly local and share a traditional meal together in their home.
With hundreds of stunning destinations available from all corners of the globe, these gifting options offer priceless insights into the unique cultures of the proud and passionate hosts. From cooking home-style Japanese meals using traditional tools in the beautiful city of Takayama to an Ethiopian cooking class and coffee ceremony in Addis Ababa, it’s never too late to learn more about some of the phenomenal cultures that help make this world so dynamic and interesting. Similarly, another great option would have to be a food tour in which you travel by foot following an expert guide to the best and most scrumptious spots in town, uncovering some of the well kept local secrets.
A food tour can include a visit to local markets or producers, and a shopping tour for gourmet ingredients can be part of the experience. Likewise to the Melbourne Dumpling Discovery Walk, some of these fantastic tours focus on a specific food or cuisine that just may be a personal favourite of your Golden Jubilee pal. This tour in particular focuses on much loved crowd favourite, the dumpling. Stopping at 4 entirely different but equally exquisite dumpling houses, this 2.5 hour tour combines history, culture and food to make for a truly memorable dining experience. Now it doesn’t just stop at food, a beer or wine tour experience are extremely popular options for this demographic.
Wine tasting experiences are perfect for those who love food and want to develop their culinary skills, and can be a treat and a luxury for the recipient. For those with travel plans in the near future, consider gifting them a walking tour that will introduce guests to the local producers and suppliers of the finest drinks in the region. Some impeccable examples within this category include the beloved ‘Munich Beer Tour’, the decadent ‘Budapest Wine, Cheese & Charcuterie Tasting Tour’, the breathtaking ‘Wine Tour On The Tuscan Hills Half Daytrip’ and the comprehensive ‘Sydney Grains & Grapes Beer & Wine Tour’.
Group experiences, such as a cooking course or food tour, are a great way to celebrate with the whole family or friends, helping everyone create memories and lasting memories together. A visit to the Gold Coast or Great Barrier Reef can be combined with a food or wine experience for an unforgettable trip.
Afternoon tea is another sophisticated experience option, perfect for women, a female friend, mom, or anyone who enjoys refined celebrations. A spa day or culinary experience is often especially appreciated by women, moms, or a female friend, while a dad or parent may love a beer or whiskey tasting.
Health and Beauty Gifts
If these all sound like some excellent options but just aren’t quite as indulgent as you’re looking, we have got you covered with flawless health & beauty gifts for those who need some serious ‘me time’. Everyone loves to be pampered, especially as you get older. It’s nothing but a fact of life. Realising the importance of health and relaxation for the mind, body and soul is a pivotal aspect of aging. You might want to think about treating the special birthday honoree with a gift voucher for a pick from our range of spas and health retreats around the globe. After all, they are definitely deserving of a little TLC this year.
These experiences help the recipient relax and embark on a journey of self-care, making them a luxury and a treat for anyone celebrating a milestone. Have them take a break from the pressures of everyday life by unwinding in a completely calming calming setting. These gifting experiences allow for a chance to stop and be still to help reboot and heal any tension you giftee may be holding onto.
Gifting Owl boasts numerous health, spa and beauty options with no two being the same. The common denominator is luxuriousness, however each specialise in different things thus making it easier to choose the perfect option more tailored to your friend in mind. Awash in all-over feelings of relaxation, here your giftee will sink into their heavenly surroundings of scented air, cleanliness, peace and quiet. A highly suggested treatment would have to be the Thap Ba Hot Spring & Mud Bath Spa Experience in Vietnam’s coastal resort city of Nha Trang. Here your recipient will learn the true meaning of self love in hot soothing waters containing organic mud from volcanic ash known to be effective physical therapy and a cure for complexion problems. After this calming bath, guests will have the chance to bask in the glory of the city’s oldest Hindu temple, the Po Nagar is a Cham temple tower founded sometime before 781 C.E. and located in the medieval principality of Kauthara.
A spa or beauty experience is often especially appreciated by women, a female friend, or mom, while a parent may enjoy a relaxing retreat as a thoughtful and rejuvenating 50th birthday gift.
Adventure Gift Experiences
On the other end of the spectrum, for those who still live for outdoor adventure or simply love being surrounded by the elements and all of mother nature’s gifts, head on over to our impressive ‘Adventure’ page. For some, no matter how old they get, adventure just runs through their veins. If this is your giftee to a tee, you’ve come just to the right place.
Adventure experiences are perfect for those seeking thrill and thrilling activities, offering the chance to explore and visit new places. There is absolutely no shortage of adventures to be encountered on Gifting Owl, just waiting to be had. These gifting experiences act as a fantastic way to remind someone just how special our lives are. Have them jump back into a long forgotten love of theirs or join them in trying out something completely new that you just know they’re going to love.
A trip to the Gold Coast or Great Barrier Reef can be an unforgettable adventure, and a group adventure is a great way to celebrate with friends or the whole family. Flying lessons offer a unique and exciting way to mark a 50th birthday, while a course in scuba diving or sailing can be a memorable and skill-building gift. These experiences help create and create memories that last a lifetime, making them ideal for a special occasion like a 50th birthday.
A nature or wildlife tour is perfect for those who love the outdoors, while a creative or art class, such as painting or photography, can be a fun and meaningful experience. A complete adventure package can include multiple activities for a comprehensive and unforgettable experience, catering to all interests.
No matter which way you go about it, here at Gifting Owl we have eliminated all the usual and unwanted pressures of gift giving by extending the validity of our flexible vouchers to a sizable 3 years and ensuring that they are completely transferable to any other experience on the site. You really can’t go wrong with one of our stress-free vouchers on their 50th birthday. Happy Gifting!
