With the holiday season upon us, you may be struggling to find the perfect gifts for your friends and family. What do you give the person who has everything? This year, consider gifting an interesting experience. Experiences boost happiness, increase social interaction, and create lasting memories. You can’t say a pair of socks will do the same. Even better, they give the recipient something to look forward to. I have compiled a list of unique gift ideas below sure to delight your loved ones.

Entertaining Gift Ideas

For the artist in your family, consider a gift certificate from Pinot’s Palette in Rancho Mirage. Each class includes all the painting materials and in-class instruction needed to create a masterpiece. Adult beverages are available for purchase to get the creative juices flowing.

The Escape Games at the River is a unique gift idea for the entire family. Each escape room has its own immersive story and intricate puzzle. To get out, the whole team must work together. It’s a captivating challenge for all.

From live music to the latest Broadway play, the McCallum Theatre is the place to be. Share the gift of theatre this holiday season.

For the couple on your list, the Purple Room in Palm Springs is a romantic gift idea. A favorite of Frank Sinatra’s and mine, this elegant supper club provides world-class cuisine and top-notch entertainment.

Adventurous and Unique Gift Ideas

We all have someone in our lives looking for adventure. Why not give them one for the holidays.

• Skydive Perris – I have never experienced anything more exhilarating than jumping out of a plane. Your thrill seeker will be blown away with a gift of skydiving from Skydive Perris.
• Fantasy Balloon Flights – Imagine the wonder of soaring high above the earth in a hot air balloon. Make it a dream come true with a gift from Fantasy Balloon Flights.
• Red Jeep Tours – For those who prefer to stay on the ground but still seek excitement, Red Jeep Tours offers excursions through rugged desert terrain, hiking trips, and outings to iconic attractions.
• The Integratron – Does someone on your list crave relaxation and also believe in aliens? Then, a visit to the Integratron for a transcendental sound bath and a history lesson on the Venetians is a must.

Unique Gift Ideas to Last the Entire Year

For those special people in your life, consider a gift that keeps giving for an entire year.

With an annual pass from Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, nature lovers can hike over 50 miles of trails atop Mt. San Jacinto. For those year-round desert friends, the tram offers an escape from the scorching temperatures of the summer.

Another unique gift idea is a membership from the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Single, dual, and family memberships are available and include unlimited daytime access to the zoo for an entire year, member-only events, and discounts on programs and activities. It’s a gift you can feel good about giving too. Monies raised support the zoo’s extraordinary animal care and conservation initiatives around the world.

All of the above suggestions offer online gift cards, passes, or memberships for purchase. Gift giving has never been easier.