Let’s face it, we buy gifts for people as either a “thank you” or to show our love and affection, and while it is nice to receive a tangible gift, there are other ways of expressing your love and appreciation for a special person. The emergence of “experience” tour operators is a reflection of the demand for giving someone a rewarding experience, as a form of a gift.
Your best friend, for example, might have a deep-seated desire to Fly In A Spitfire Duxford or to just enjoy the aerial view sitting in the back seat of the aircraft.
Or perhaps you know that your mum would simply love the idea of a hot air balloon. Or maybe it is your dad who has a deep desire to sit behind the wheel of a racing car and complete a few laps in a state-of-the-art car. Now that you know their desires, you can give them a gift of experience that they will cherish for their entire life. Continue reading