If you still don’t know what to get for that special someone this holiday season — you are not alone and you are running out of time. But there is no need to stress. The best gift you can give someone does not have to fit in a box and be wrapped in pretty paper.

Want to know what it is - it’s the Gift of Travel!

It’s been proven that experiences have a more long-lasting effect and bring more happiness than giving material things. It’s also been shown that giving experiences as presents help improve relationships.

It’s been a long year for everyone, and I am sure you know someone who needs a break. The holiday season may be fun, but it can also be exhausting. When the new year comes around, we will all need a break, and the gift of travel is the perfect way to give yourself and your loved ones that much needed getaway. 

Why Give the Gift of Travel?

Travel Rejuvenates

Travel is good for your mind, body, and soul. Travel transports you not just physically, but mentally to a place of calmness. It’s a wonderful way to escape to a place where you can rest and relax. What could more calming that cruising the open seas in a luxurious cruise liner or sipping cocktails at a luxury all-inclusive resort?

Travel is Adventurous

When you travel you discover unfamiliar places, sights, sounds, and tastes, and it helps you gain a new perspective. Exploring a new destination can be exhilarating, and the thrill starts from the time you land in your destination. Today’s travel is about immersive and authentic experiences that can’t be replicated because they are unique to your journey.  Colesville Travel specializes in authentic and immersive travel experiences. 

Travel is Educational

Travel opens your eyes and ears to experience something new and unfamiliar. You expose yourself to things that reach far beyond the pages of a book. Why not experience these new sights and sounds with your friends and loved ones? The gift of travel will give everyone the unique opportunity to learn and appreciate other cultures.

It Makes you the Envy of all Your Friends and Neighbors

With hundreds of destinations to choose from, the list of places to discover is virtually endless. From iconic cities to remote shores, the photos to be shared on Instagram and Facebook will be more than “post-worthy.”  You will have everyone talking about your latest adventure.

Shared Memories are Irreplaceable

Spending time with loved ones and friends is priceless and can deepen the bond of lifelong relationships. Whether you travel as a couple, a family, or a multi-generational family, shared experiences lead to shared memories. Being able to connect with one another and spend time together is an opportunity that doesn’t come along often and should be cherished.

You Will Make New Friendships Along the Way

Sometimes the best part of travel is the people we meet along the way. They enhance our journey in simple ways that reach beyond the itinerary by offering their perspectives, smiles and laughter. Forging new friendships is a bonus of traveling.

Disconnecting Has its Advantages

Travel allows us to unplug from work and the stresses that surround us. It affords us the time to sit back, relax and take in the view. And, when you’re ready to post that next photo of what you have just experienced, the choice to reconnect is yours.

Giving the Gift of Travel is Easy

The thought of booking travel may sound overwhelming, but that’s what you have a travel advisor for. Share your dreams, likes and dislikes with us and let us qualify you or your loved ones for the vacation of a lifetime. Travel truly is the gift that keeps on giving!

Who is the Gift of Travel Perfect For?

While the gift of travel is perfect for anyone, it is especially perfect for:

Millennials

This generation tends to be more experience oriented. In fact, studies have shown that 72 percent of Millennials prefer spending money on experiences rather than material things. So, it will make perfect sense that Millennials would prefer the gift of travel over a sweater or some other tangible item.

Senior Citizens

Most seniors don’t want more “things.” They already have closets filled with ties, scarves, and gadgets. Their shelves are filled with things that they have accumulated over the years.

In fact, many seniors are either downsizing or have already downsized into a smaller house so they can spend more time doing things that they love and enjoy. Without any responsibilities to tie them down, giving the gift of travel is the perfect gift for seniors who now have more time to spend on vacation.   

Families

If you’re a parent, consider investing your money into a vacation gift for your family instead of purchasing expensive toys that will be quickly forgotten. The memories that you and your family create during the trip will be remembered for years to come, and even a lifetime.

How to Fund the Gift of Travel

Love the idea of giving the gift of travel, but not sure if you can pay for it on your own? No problem. There are several ways you could fund a travel gift, including:

Ask others to join in with you. For example, if you’re thinking of buying a cruise for your parents, ask your siblings if they’d like to contribute. There’s a good chance they’ll be happy to chip in and knock off another present off their own list.

Pool your money. You can pool all your money towards the gift of travel rather than purchasing individual presents for each family member.

Travel gift registries. Some people, especially engaged couples, will set up travel gift registries or honeymoon funds towards which you can contribute. But these registries aren’t just for engaged couples. There are sites that allow adventurers and travelers to set up funds so that friends and family can donate towards their dream trips.

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Giving the Gift of Travel is Easy

Our Gift of Travel certificates are so much more than a traditional gift of money or objects wrapped in a box. Travel builds anticipation, creates memories, and is completely customizable on the recipient's end to wherever they want to go and the kind of experiences they hope to have.

In a nutshell, you can easily give someone their dream vacation without having to know specifically what that dream entails. Once you've purchased and gifted the travel certificate, our team of experienced travel advisors will take over and will create a custom itinerary for them. We will take care of their travel needs from start to finish.

Our Gift of Travel certificate provides flexibility for the recipient to use the award when they want and for the type of travel they want. It is not redeemable for cash so you know they will be enjoying a vacation with your gift, as intended.

Why not treat yourself or your loved ones to the Gift of Travel? Give a gift that keeps on giving and that will create experiences and memories to last a lifetime. 

Contact Colesville Travel today at 301-989-1654 or email us at info@colesvilletravel.com to purchase a Travel Gift Certificate in any denomination. 

Until then,

Stay inspired!

Cindy