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Father’s Day is just around the corner and sons and daughters everywhere are gearing up with awesome driving day deals to get dad behind the wheel of his favourite car! Let him feel the immense power of the Ferrari 360 as he takes to the twists and turns of one of the most famous race tracks around, give him the opportunity to rev up the Audi R8 and experience what that vehicle’s got hiding under the hood, or show him how to put his foot down in the Lamborghini Gallardo! With so many different cars to choose from, you can be sure that you’ll find the perfect gift for dad this father’s day!
Hi Stacey. I’m looking for a gift for my son’s 18th birthday. Can you help?
Anne
Dear Anne,
The 18th birthday is considered to be the most important birthday celebration in any young person’s life, so my best suggestion would be to treat your son to some super fun activities that give him a taste of what’s to come after 18 (all the good things, of course!).
You might consider treating him to a fun-filled driving day with the Audi R8 where he’ll be able to navigate the twists and turns of a professional race-track under the guidance of a trained professional. This is the perfect experience for a new driver (with a full UK driver’s license!) to experience what it’s like to be behind the wheel of a real car!
You might also consider treating him to a Cocktail Masterclass so he can impress his mates at parties and events, flaring and flipping with his new-found bar-magic! This is incredibly popular as a gift for 18 to 30 year-olds and makes an excellent birthday gift!
And finally, why not give him something he can really brag about to his friends and treat him to a Ministry of Sound DJ course? He’ll “rip up the decks” with the biggest names behind the world-famous Ministry of Sound and he’ll get a goodie bag to remember it by as well! This one is a little pricier than the others, but you only live once! And this is definitely a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
Yesterday we spoke about ‘taking to the seas’ with sailing lessons so it only seems natural that we look to expand our horizons and take to the skies with flying lessons! If, like me, you’re a bit of a scaredy cat then you could try some flying for beginners with a flight simulator machine. It’s basically the cockpit of a real plane that has been hooked up to a load of very sophisticated virtual techology computers that make it look (and feel! the cockpit moves!) like you’re flying a real plane. The appeal? You get the full flying experience without ever leaving the ground! And you also get expert tuition so that you feel a bit more confident before taking off in the real thing.
However, if you love the thrill of the chase and you just can’t wait to get airborne then spoil yourself this summer with introductory flying lessons, flying lessons with friends, or even an afternoon tea package that lets one person fly and one be the passenger after enjoying a sumptuous afternoon tea!
I can’t think of a better summer’s day activity for people who love to really experience the world! And best of all, it’s ideal for girls and guys alike.
Perfect gift of the day:a half-day sailing taster experience! Take to the seas and enjoy half a day of sun-soaking, rope-tying and sail-beating fun! Bring on summer and welcome in the good weather when you spend a lazy Saturday on the deck of a 26ft Sigma Yacht! It’s all hands on deck for this sailing experience, and all good wishes on board when you give this as a spectacular gift for a special occasion! It’s perfect for friends and relatives who are looking for new summer activities, and also for something a bit more exciting and adventurous than a day in the park! And the best bit?
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It’s buy one get one free! So it’s perfect for couples or best friends when you want a bit of deck-time as well!
Gooooood morning! I hope that you all had a fabulous weekend and enjoyed the (mostly) summery days! I found something spectacular online this weekend and I simply had to share it with you before getting down to work…
THIS classic makeover for two has been slashed by a massive 80% (on re-reading that it makes me sound like a salesperson! hahaha) and is now only £10.00. Yep, that’s £10.00 for TWO! I had to re-read the fine print a hundred times but it’s true. And the best part of it all is that you will each get a free print to take home with you (the print alone is valued at over £40.00, so this is more than worth it!). Just think about it: if you’re looking for the perfect gift for girls then you just can’t go wrong when you spoil them with a day full of pampering, attention and make-overs before sending them off into a professional photography studio for their close-up!
Spoil your best friend, your girl friend or even your mum and take advantage of this limited offer that is guaranteed to be fully booked out in no time! (I know, I’ve even booked myself in again with my sister! And I’ve got one for her two daughers as well, can’t wait!).
I’ve definitely got the ‘hot deal’ bug after hunting around for all of those great spa and pamper day packages earlier this week! Today, however, I’m going to share something completely different: my TOP THREE hot deals that are all BUY ONE GET ONE FREE! These are the ideal gifts and gift experiences for couples (and even best friends!).
This is a great lunchtime opportunity to steer clear away of the sandwiches and canteen-food that you’re used to eating! This week, why not take your lunch hour in an upmarket cookery school that offers a fabulous 30-minute cooking lesson where you’ll be able to master the basics of grande cuisine … and then enjoy the fruits of your labour afterwards for a delicious luncheon! You can choose to take your food away (back to the office) or sit down and eat with your classmates if your offices are nearby. The school is located in central London so it’s really easy and convenient to get to.
If you love being outdoors and you can’t wait for summer then you should definitely book this experience! It’s fast, fun and gives you a taste of the good life
You and your partner or friend will get to learn how to whip up magical delights for a two-course meal in this hour-long cooking course. Yummy! This is the best gift for someone who likes to be the hostess with the most(ess) or for those who need to learn a few kitchen tricks to make dinner times more exciting!
Just in time for the weekend, I hope you enjoy these!
I’m such a sucker for good deals. I can’t help myself. I mean, why would I not take advantage of 2 for 1 deals?! It means I get to maintain my (expensive) social life and ‘me time’ and I get to take a friend along for absolutely no additional cost. And that means that she can take me next week with her too! It’s definitely a win-win situation here!! And I know we’d be super thrilled if we got it as a gift… so I thought I’d take some time to collate a few deals for your browsing pleasure, dear sirs, so that you can give the special girl in your life the perfect gift that she can enjoy with her best friend (or, in fact, with you!).
(1) 2 for 1 pampering at the luxurious Hillmotts Retreat. The Hillmotts is rather charming day spa located within 2000 acres of picturesque valley and farmlands. You walk through the natural location into a sophisticated and elegant day spa area and get pampered like a princess (or a prince) by some of the finest professionals in the business.
(2) 2 for 1 Marriott pamper day. The Marriotts are famous all around the world for being the most highly sought-after destinations in the leisure industry. They offer stellar accommodation and super facilities, and their pamper days are super indulgent too! If you’ve never had an opportunity to enjoy Marriott facilities before, this is the perfect chance to see what kind of facilities and service get the Marriott seal of approval.
(3) Marriott Leisure Day Pass. This one is also for the Marriotts and is valid for two people. You both get to use the top-rate facilities on-site (and some Marriotts even have saunas and jacuzzis) for the whole day. This is a nice deal for couples.
And that’s it! There are loads of other deals so I’ll post some up tomorrow for you all to enjoy (and spoil someone special this week!). Have a great day!
The folks over at Tellallmyfriends have just launched a brand new FACEBOOK COMPETITION and this month’s prize is the unbelievable indoor skydiving experience – - for two! AND just after I featured it here on the blog! Awesome!
This giveaway is so simple:
(1) log in to your facebook account and become a fan of Tellallmyfriends so that you can compete.
(2) enter your fun-loving photos to win! All you have to do is follow the links and instructions to select a photograph from your existing Facebook albums. It can be any photo you like – - just choose one that’s heaps of fun!
(3) then get your friends voting.
It’s so easy. The more votes that you have, the more chance you have of winning. At the end of the month, the person with the most votes wins the prize. No fuss, no frills, no hidden strings or clauses. AND the Tellallmyfriends presenters will come with you to film your unforgettable skydiving experience so that you get your very own movie!
This is a great giveaway, and there are about three weeks left to get your friends voting and competing for the number one spot! The best thing about this competition is that it has only just started so there aren’t that many people that know about it (ha! give me some time to send out a mass email to my colleagues ) so it’s all fair game… !!!
We’ve been discussing Father’s Day all week here in the office so I thought it only right to end off this week’s blog postings with a bang! That is, here’s another fantastic Father’s Day gift for the most important man in your life!
Ready? Before I begin, I have to thank Lisa for her recommendation (this is a fabulous idea and I wouldn’t be telling you all about it today without her kind email yesterday). Okay, so this is what Lisa picks as her NUMBER ONE, ultra successful father’s day gift for every dad: a shotgun shooting lesson. And how does she know? She treated him to one last year! Basically your dad will get to learn all about the most famous firearm in history before picking it up, levelling up the target, and letting off a few rounds under expert supervision and guidance. He’ll get to perfect his aim with 50 cartridges and a selection of moving clay pigeon targets … and he’ll let of a little steam in the process
Look at how much fun they’re having! I’m glad that those aren’t real rabbits too! I must say, I wasn’t initially enthralled by the idea of shotgun shooting but after watching that video I think I could give it a go! Anyway, Lisa, thanks again for your recommendation and I do hope that some people find this to be the perfect gift for the perfect dad this father’s day!
Today’s breaking news … The Ferrari 599XX claims Nurburgring record! It did it in 7 minutes which is the best time ever! Now the Nurburgring is one of the most legendary driving circuit in the world but it’s just a little too far from home for us Londers and UK-dwellers. So if you’re like me and you like fast cars then it’s time to put your foot down in a Ferrari and see if you can beat your own personal lap time!
This is a great treat for Ferrari fans (and car enthusiasts) and makes a fantastic gift as well … especially with Father’s Day coming up!
Father’s Day is just around the corner and sons and daughters everywhere are gearing up with awesome driving day deals to get dad behind the wheel of his favourite car! Let him feel the immense power of the Ferrari 360 as he takes to the twists and turns of one of the most famous race tracks around, give him the opportunity to rev up the Audi R8 and experience what that vehicle’s got hiding under the hood, or show him how to put his foot down in the Lamborghini Gallardo! With so many different cars to choose from, you can be sure that you’ll find the perfect gift for dad this father’s day!
