Ask A Baltimore Expert: Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas
John Haydon
Baltimore County Public Library
Pikesville Branch
1301 Reisterstown Road
Pikesville, MD 21209
(410) 887-1234
www.bcpl.info/pikesville
John Haydon is originally from England. He has worked at the Baltimore County Public Library for about one year. Haydon likes working at the library because he gets to meet lots of different people and read a lot of books. He enjoys reading to young people and helping people to find books. As a librarian, John Haydon is an expert in many areas. Here are his suggestions for those last minute holiday gift ideas which are not too expensive and most times can be done in the privacy of your home.
Enjoy A Movie Or Your Favorite Show
A subscription to Netflix is a great gift to give. You can watch movies and/or your favorite television shows for around nine dollars with a subscription. Applying for a Netflix subscription is something you can do easily and quickly online. You can also give the gift of music with a subscription to Spotify. Relax and enjoy!
Who doesn't like a little extra attention? Treat your loved one with a trip to the spa. Gift cards can be purchased from websites like Spafinder.com for about $50. Services could include aromatherapy, massages, pedicures and manicures. This is a great gift for women as well as men.
Be Bold, Be Daring
Have a friend or loved one who likes a little adventure? In different parts of the country, you can purchase a skydiving ticket for the daredevil in your life. Christmas specials start at $149 and can be purchased online. Once purchased, the recipient takes the ticket to a skydiving center and it is look out below as they have the time of their life!
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Give The Gift Of Cleanliness
Sometimes, the best gift a person can ask for is just a little break. Treat that someone special to a maid service and have the house cleaned after (or before, if you want to gift early) the holidays. Services such as Molly Maid or Merry Maids offer gift cards which are available starting at $100. What better way to start the new year off right?
Beauty Is Skin Deep
Treat someone to a beauty product subscription box. This gift can be for women or men. It can include polishes, colognes, perfumes, etc. The subscription box is available as a monthly delivery, right to the doorstep. That special person can pamper themselves whenever they are ready or feel the need.
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