Father’s Day is only weeks away, and has me thinking about all the things my dad has done for me over the years. From standing on the side lines cheering me on at s high school netball games, to pushing to the front of the crowd, camera in hand, (in the pouring rain no less) to take photos of me walking in my university graduation parade, to imparting his love for music onto me, there’s so much to be thankful to my dad for. Here at the Gloss office, our love for our dads has inspired us to get thinking about some unique gift ideas for this Father’s Day. After all, not all dads are content with the trusty socks/undies combo. Take the opportunity this Father’s Day to spoil your dad and show him how much you care with a thoughtful gift he’s bound to love!
FreemanX Supercar experience
We LOVE this! What dad wouldn’t like a Ferrari or a Lamborghini for Father’s Day? Or at least, the chance to speed around a racetrack in one? FreemanX Supercars has a special Father’s Day offer where you can put your dad behind the wheel of a Supercar at the Hampton Downs race track. Your dad can choose from a range of amazing sportscars, from a V12 Lamborghini Murcielago to a Lotus Exige, and an expert coach will be on hand to explain how to drive like a pro. The ultimate gift idea for the adrenaline-junkie dad. For more information and to book, go to http://www.freemanxsupercars.co.nz/.
Make him a gift basket This is a really thoughtful gift idea. Fill a gift basket with things your dad loves, such as chocolates, gadgets or perhaps a bottle of spirits if he’s that way inclined! Or, theme it around one of his interests. If your dad is a foodie, stock up on gourmet foods from a specialty grocery store such as Nosh. You could also include things like BBQ accessories (lots of dads love their BBQ!). Or, if your dad is a music fan, CDs and DVDs from his favourite artists, a band t-shirt etc.
Movie Night with Dad
We all know that one of the best gifts you can give is time, so here’s a cool idea: give your dad a ‘ticket’ to a movie night with you and the rest of the family, and pick some his favourite DVDs to watch. We guarantee he’ll be stoked – especially if he’s often the last one to get to pick the movie!
Golf Lessons
This is the perfect gift for the Dad who is an amateur golfer, wanting to improve his skills. Better yet, purchase golf lessons for two so you can go with your dad and spend some quality time with him.
Personalised gifts
We’ve mentioned on Gloss before a favourite website of ours: www.snapfish.co.nz, a website where you can turn your photos into personalised gifts. Snapfish has some great (Father’s Day ideas)[http://www.snapfish.co.nz/snapfishnz/store/cat=fathers-day], from personalised photo books, and canvas prints (a great idea would be to find a photo of you as a young child with your dad, he’s sure to get a kick out of that) to our favourite – a personalised stubbie cooler! This is a gift that will surely bring a smile to your dad’s face.
Whatever you get your dad for Father’s Day, make sure you give the gift of your time and appreciation, that will be the gift all dads will treasure the most!