A BLONDE VINTAGE

Good Morning friends! How’s your holiday shopping going? I think we can all agree that sometimes we get caught up in buying THINGS for everyone on our Christmas list and at some point it feels like we’re going through the motions just to check everyone off the list. Especially this year and this season when all we really want to do is hug our family members and hang out with them. That’s why today, this gift guide is focused on specifically giving the gift of a experience. Experiences tend to be the most thoughtful and the most memorable gift to give – many can even be fairly budget friendly but still be jam packed with meaning for the recipient. Below I’ve rounded up the ultimate experience gift guide, complete with special coupon codes exclusively for you my followers to use! There is an experience worth giving to your closest friends or sisters, parents/in-laws, and even the men in your life! I’ve got you covered!

GIVE THE GIFT OF A OREGON WINE CLUB MEMBERSHIP

Cellar 503

Cellar 503 is a wine club for anyone who loves Oregon wine and enjoys exploring various wines from across the state! Each month, your gift recipient will receive Oregon wines which fit a theme – organic, women winemakers, unusual varietals, etc. – that have been hand-selected from small-batch local winemakers. Meaning, these are wines which cannot be found in a grocery store, and most often, not even in a wine shop! Along with the shipment of two (or four!) bottles wine (your choice of reds, whites, or mixed) are fun Oregon wine facts and stories about the wines, their winemakers and wine-growing region they’ve originated from. This unique monthly wine club is affordable, customizable, and would make the perfect gift for any wine-lover in your life, plus they will ship to almost any state nationwide! Have a cousin in Maine that loves Oregon wine? No problem! What about Grandma who is retired and living in Hawaii? They’ve got you covered.

If you decide to give the gift of wine, please use the code “ILOVEWINE” for $20 off the first month of Cellar 503!

GIVE THE GIFT OF A VIRTUAL OREGON WINE TASTING

Brooks Winery

We’ve all been looking for unique ways to still experience the things we love, but within the safety of our own home. Well, just because you can’t make it to the winery, doesn’t mean the winery can’t come to you!  Brooks Winery, has the perfect experience gift for you to give this holiday season – a fun and educational virtual tasting! A Brooks Virtual Wine Tasting is an engaging, entertaining way to explore Willamette Valley wines, from the comfort of your home. Each virtual wine tasting is led by Janie herself (did you know that Janie is a certified Sommelier?), meaning there’s no one better suited to talk about the stories about the wines, the vines, and their people. Every tasting is custom designed, to ensure your gift is personalized and special for your gift recipient.

Interested in gifting the gift of a Brooks Virtual Wine Tasting? Either follow the link, or call Brooks directly at (503) 435-1278. Want to learn more about Brooks? Read all about our most recent visit to Brooks Winery here!

GIVE THE GIFT OF A WINE TASTING PASS

WineryHunt Oregon

If your gift recipient enjoys wine tasting in the Willamette Valley, consider signing them up for an all-inclusive wine tasting pass! WineryHunt Oregon is a unique membership club for Oregon wine tasters. Every month they feature a different Oregon wine region and club members enjoy waived wine tastings and a 10% discount at that region’s ‘Featured Wineries’. In 2021 WineryHunt Oregon will be featuring 20 premium Oregon wineries for club members to experience. It’s the perfect gift to give to that friends or family member that loves to experience Oregon wineries, tasting their way across the valley.

GIVE THE GIFT OF A LOCAL COFFEE SUBSCRIPTION

Pegasus Coffee

Many people start each morning with a cup of coffee—or several—usually as a enjoyable way to wake up and begin their day. If you’ve got a coffee enthusiast who loves trying out new varieties of java, or even a novice who enjoys a good cup of coffee, give the gift of a coffee subscription from Pegasus Coffee! Freshly roasted coffee beans will be delivered directly to their door on a recurring schedule, it’s the gift that just keeps on giving- all year long!

What’s even better is that Pegasus Coffee, is a locally owned and operated roastery in the PNW, which has been hand-roasting small batches of high-quality Arabica coffee on Bainbridge Island since 1979. And no matter what type of coffee your gift recipient likes—be it bold and robust or lighter and more delicate—Pegasus Coffee definitely has a coffee subscription that will cater to their tastes. Basically, you’re about to give the gift of coffee heaven! Should I send you my name and address? ha!

If you’re interested in gifting your special someone the gift (or even gifting yourself!) of a coffee subscription from Pegasus Coffee, they’ve given me this exclusive coupon code for 20% off for the life of the coffee gift subscription! Use code: SUBSCRIBE20 to save 20% today!

GIVE THE GIFT OF A HOTEL STAY

Inn at the 5th

Give the gift of a stay at the Inn at the 5th in Eugene, Oregon. Located in downtown Eugene, it’s walking distance from a onsite spa and boutique shopping, local restaurants, bars and even hiking trails. Or, if you want to hop in the car it’s a short ride to wine country, where you can spend the day enjoying the fresh air and vineyard landscape. The Inn at the 5th is a 4-star luxury boutique hotel featuring stylish, modern rooms and suites Aveda bath amenities, walk- showers and Italian linens. Upgraded rooms and suites add balconies and fireplaces where you can sit and relax after a busy day, while some suites even offer separate living areas and whirlpool tubs. One thing is for sure, the Inn at the 5th knows that the difference is in the details and these little touches in the hotel room that make it stand above the rest. It’s the perfect destination or even “staycation” hotel! Read all about our stay here.

Right now, the Inn at the 5th is offering exclusive package, perfect for gift giving:

• Holiday Gift Package Deluxe King: $209 (plus tax) includes one night in a Deluxe King guestroom and $25 to 5th Street Public Market
• Holiday Gift Package Suite: $309 (plus tax)  includes one night in a Suite and $25 to 5th Street Public Market
• Can be purchased now thru December 24, 2020  and may be redeemed January 2 – December 30, 2021; blackout dates apply.

The Atticus Hotel

Give the gift of a stay at The Atticus Hotel in McMinnville, Oregon. It’s perfectly situated in upper Willamette Valley wine country for a weekend filled with wine tasting, but it also makes the perfect launching off point for day trips whether that be to the Oregon Coast, or to nearby Portland. It’s location is also perfect for strolling to dinner each evening, as it’s surrounded by amazing nearby restaurants. The Atticus is a new 36-room boutique hotel and is absolutely stunning. It has a comfortable, luxurious vibe, sparing no small detail with every hallway featuring local artists and rich designs. The beds are super comfortable, and the room’s amenities spot on. Most rooms feature a  temperature controlled wine fridge and all rooms include a Pendleton bathrobe to use during your stay. It’s the perfect destination hotel. Read all about our stay here!

Right now, The Atticus Hotel is offering winter specials and has two seasonal packages for you to choose from:

• Book Direct and Save: Enjoy a 15% discount on all winter stays through the month of March. Simply use the promo code BOOKDIRECT when making your reservation.
• Third Night Free: Stay two nights this winter and enjoy your third night for free. Call their concierge team at 503-472-1975.

GIVE THE GIFT OF A NATIONAL PARKS PASS

Around this time every year we all begin to experience a little anxiety and chances are you will wake up at some point this month and experience that “Oh no! Christmas is next week and I still haven’t gotten all of my presents!” moment. I am here to erase your worries and tell you why a National Parks Pass is the answer to the best experience gift you can give to either an entire family or to that adventurous someone.

You see, last year I was lucky enough to receive a National Parks Pass and it was by far the best gift I’d ever been given. It was like opening up my favorite box of chocolates, and not having to share! It was the gift of endless adventures and exploration, and as it turned out, perfect for the year 2020. It was also a great deal, and included access to some of my favorite parks around the state of Oregon, California and Washington. We even used it for our trip to the Redwood National Park!

The Annual National Parks Pass is only $80 and covers 12 months entry for the pass holder and three accompanying adults (in one vehicle) into any of the 2,000 federal recreation sites including the 58 National Parks. Please note, the pass is free for Military, and if you are giving this as a gift to a Senior, someone over 62, it is $10 for a lifetime pass. For more information on giving the gift of a National Parks Pass, follow this link to the National Parks Pass Information. I promise, you’re about to give someone one of the best gifts.

Next time you’re looking for that perfect present, keep in mind that it’s often the gifts that don’t fit in a box that have the biggest impact. Once you’ve figured out what really makes someone happy, there are very little ways for a gift experience to go wrong!

If you’re looking for more gift giving inspiration, consider tchecking out my Tech Gift Guide, Men’s Gift Guide, or Women’s Gifts under $50!

Happy Holidays friends!

XO,

M

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