The holiday season is upon us, which means the start of a long season of searching for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. If you’ve got someone on your list who’s tough to buy for, don’t reach for old staples like candles or coffee mugs. Instead, why not get creative this year?
Experience-based gifts are not only a great option for that tough-to-buy person but are also guaranteed to be a hit with anyone on your list. From national park passes to off-road tours to a stay in the best Utah spa resort—Flanigan’s Resort—there are plenty of creative options to choose from. Keep reading to learn some of the best.
An Annual Pass to the National Parks
The best experience-based gifts are those that help the person you’re gifting to make incredible memories. Bonus points if those memories will last long after they’ve used your gift.
An annual pass to the National Parks is a gift that keeps giving all year long, and that can contribute to memories that the gift recipient will cherish for a lifetime. Called the America the Beautiful pass, this pass allows access to any national park in the country that charges an entrance fee, as well as other properties managed by the National Park Service, including national battlefields, monuments, and more. This means that if you gift a national park pass, the person you give it to can visit Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, and any of the more than 400 NPS sites across the country.
The America the Beautiful pass can be purchased online at the USGS website. Passes cost $80 for one year and can have up to two named cardholders. Each time a pass is used, it can gain entry to the NPS site for one cardholder and up to three guests, or two cardholders and two guests.
If you’re planning a stay at our Utah spa resort, this is one gift you might want to purchase two of. During a stay at Flanigan’s Resort, you can use the pass to visit Utah’s Mighty 5, as well as the nearby North Rim of the Grand Canyon. You can even buy your pass right here at the resort during your stay!
A Utah Spa Resort Stay
A national park pass could be the perfect gift for just about anyone on your list. That’s because it can be used in incredible vacation-worthy destinations, or in your own backyard at national parks, monuments, battlefields, and more located closer to home.
But if you’re looking for a gift that’s a little more indulgent, a stay at our Utah spa resort might be just the ticket. Whether you’re shopping for your spouse, family, a parent, or a great friend, gifting a stay at our resort can be the perfect gift for just about anyone.
That stressed-out friend who needs some self-care will love enjoying a spa getaway in Utah with massages, private yoga classes, and quiet walks in our Hilltop Labyrinth. Your family will enjoy day trips to Bryce Canyon or the St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site. And everyone on your list will enjoy the close proximity of beautiful Zion National Park. The best spa retreat Utah has to offer truly has something for everyone.
Off-Road Adventures and Tours
If your friend or loved one already has a trip planned to Southern Utah, or if they are a local, another great experience-based gift option is an off-road adventure or tour. There are tons of local tour companies that offer all kinds of different experiences.
Enjoy an off-road safari through Zion’s backcountry with an adventure from Zion Jeep Tours. Zip through the park on two wheels with an e-bike rental from Zion Peddler.
There are even some experiences that you can enjoy right here at our Utah spa resort. Book your friend or loved one a massage from Deep Canyon Spa or a private fitness class to help them reset their mind and enjoy a little active self-care.
Shopping for Experience-Based Gifts
Experience-based gifts are not only great for that person on your list who has everything, but also the perfect way to give someone you love a truly special holiday. There’s no shortage of experience-based gifts to choose from at Flanigan’s Resort. From a stay at our Utah spa resort to national park annual passes, these are just a few of the gifts you have to choose from.
If you’re looking for a special gift for that extra special person on your list, Flanigan’s Resort has just the thing. Deep Canyon Spa offers a variety of spa packages great for enjoying a romantic day at our Utah spa resort. If you’re looking for the perfect Christmas gift, shop our spa packages today!