Embrace the magic of togetherness with family Christmas gifting.
Yes, it's that time of the year again. The Christmas jingles reverberate in the air, fairy lights twinkle in the crisp cold nights, and the smell of freshly baked cookies greets you every morning. Amidst all this festive joy, finding the perfect gift for your loved ones may be daunting.
Gone are the days when Christmas gifting meant just another toy or kitchen appliance. Today, the most cherished gifts are experiences, moments that become unforgettable memories. If you want to move beyond material presents and gift lasting memories this Christmas, you're in for a treat!
Why opt for experience gifts instead of material ones?
Experience-based presents are the new-age trend in gifting, allowing recipients to create cherished memories. Materialistic objects are often quickly forgotten - but a magical family experience will be remembered and discussed for years. It might be a group cookery lesson, an exhilarating trip to a theme park, or a relaxing spa day for the grown-ups. Keep reading for some unique and thrilling experience gifting ideas that will command a rightful place under your Christmas tree.
For the thrill-seekers
Revel in the thrill of a hot air balloon ride.
What could be more exhilarating than soaring high above picturesque landscapes in a hot air balloon?
This Christmas, gift your family the thrill of a lifetime with a sunrise or sunset hot air balloon ride. Bundle up and watch as the world shrinks beneath you in a display of colourful panorama.
Melbourne Hot Air Ballooning
The hot air balloon. It's one of the earliest forms of transportation and is still today one of the most thrilling and relaxing ways to enjoy being up in the air.
Be sure to browse our full range of hot air balloon rides across Australia.
For hands-on learning
Boost cooking skills with a family cookery course.
Food truly binds people together. This festive season, engage your family in a delightful cookery course. Not only will you learn the art of preparing mouthwatering delicacies, but you'll also work together as a team, creating delectable memories along the way.
Japanese Cooking Master Class
This is an opportunity to roll, shape and taste an array of healthy and delicious Japanese food.
DIY workshop
Create something special together, whether painting, chocolates, biscuits, jewellery-making, or pottery.
A chocolate-making class offers families a sweet journey into crafting delicious chocolates. From learning about the origins of cocoa beans to understanding the process of tempering chocolate, this experience is both educational and delightful.
Get your hands dirty as you mould, shape, and decorate your chocolates. It's an opportunity to unleash creativity with the added benefit of a delicious outcome!
Perhaps the best part of a chocolate-making class is undoubtedly the tasting session. Enjoy the fruits of your labour and take home your handmade creations to share with friends or relish later.
Truffle and Praline Workshop
Master the art of making exquisite chocolates in our hands-on ganache and nut praline workshop. Enjoy flavour combinations and enrobing techniques, and take home your own delicious creations.
Besides chocolate-making, families can bond over numerous other creative activities. Whether painting a canvas, candle making, baking biscuits, crafting jewellery, or sculpting pottery, these hands-on workshops foster creativity, teamwork, and a sense of accomplishment.
Extended Candle Making Workshop
Get hands-on and learn the basics of candle making. Join an extended candle-making workshop for a sensory journey of discovery filled with 40 individual candle fragrances.
For a day out
Wonder at the mysteries of the deep sea with an aquarium visit.
Immerse your family in an underwater spectacle at a local aquarium. Witness the fascinating marine life, fill your camera rolls with amazing pictures and bond over the wonder of the natural world. That's what makes an aquarium visit an incredible family Christmas gift.
Cairns Aquarium General Admission
Prepare for an unforgettable day of up-close encounters with more than 16,000 animals at the worlds only dedicated North Queensland sanctuary for wildlife.
Nature Hikes
Explore local trails, forests, or nature preserves, making it a fun and educational day.
Family Adventure Park
From zip lines to obstacle courses, adventure parks offer fun for all ages.
Spread across various locations in Australia, Tree Top Adventures offers an exhilarating journey amidst nature. From swinging bridges to challenging obstacle courses and thrilling zip lines, these adventures provide fun for kids and adults alike. The canopy courses promise excitement and a unique perspective of Australia's lush forests, allowing families to bond over experience and nature's beauty.
Climb the Story Bridge at Twilight, Family
Experience Brisbane's ultimate view with a Twilight Story Bridge Climb for the family. Ascend the iconic landmark for a 360-degree panoramic of the city.
Treetops Elevated Ropes Course
Experience exhilarating heights at the Elevated Ropes Course - perfect for challenging agility, enhancing skills, and boosting confidence amidst thrilling aerial obstacles.
Browse a full range of tree-top adventures on the Thrill Experiences website.
For Entertainment
Opera, Theatre or Concert Night
Watch a play or listen to a concert. Many venues offer family-friendly shows during the holiday season.
Sydney Opera House is one of the world's iconic performing arts venues. The Sydney Opera House hosts a wide array of shows. They often feature special family-friendly performances during the holiday season, from classic Christmas tales to enchanting ballets. Sitting under its famous sails, with the harbour as the backdrop, offers an experience that's more than just the show - a memory your family will cherish forever.
La Traviata at Sydney Opera House, Premium Reserve
Experience Sydney's finest at the iconic Sydney Opera House - breathtaking shows, panoramic views, and the ultimate operatic venue.
Immerse yourselves in the magic of theatre under the stars at Werribee Mansion. The mansion's historic charm provides a unique setting for nighttime performances. Seasonal shows often weave tales that resonate with the ambience of this grand estate, making it an evening of entertainment and a step back in time.
Night Theatre at Werribee Park Mansion for Two
Experience an enchanting evening of theatre and intrigue at the breathtaking Werribee Park Mansion. Join us for a night where mystery and performance intertwine in this stunning historical setting.
Escape and Investigation
Work together as a family to solve puzzles and mysteries within a set time.
Unlock the Mystery - Outdoor Escape Game
Are you ready for an adventure? Solve the Melbourne State Library case with your friends and unleash your inner detective skills.
Final thoughts
The best gifts are not just objects but experiences that stay in our hearts forever. This festive season, celebrate togetherness. Go out, explore, and experience the thrill. Make your family Christmas gift a gateway to exceptional family memories - because, at the end of the day, we remember moments, not things. So, ditch the traditional gift hunt this year and treat your family to a Christmas filled with exciting adventures and heartfelt moments.
Material gifts may fade or break over time, but memories remain etched in our hearts forever. This Christmas, consider gifting an experience and watch your loved one's eyes light up with the anticipation of a new adventure.
