Unforgettable Travel Gifts: Unique Experience Ideas for Travelers

Shopping for someone who seems to have everything? This year consider giving a memorable travel experience instead of another physical gift.

 

Explore New York’s Art Scene

For the art enthusiast, reserve a stay at Smyth Tribeca Hotel. The recently opened property has partnered with ART SMART to offer a customizable gallery tour that visits notable and lesser-known art spaces across the city. The curated route includes off-the-beaten-path venues and a stop at a café well regarded by members of New York’s art community.

 

Visit Wild Horses

Cabot Cape Breton in Nova Scotia presents a Sable Island Experience that transports guests by helicopter to an island famous for its wild horses. The package generally includes a two-night stay at the resort, a guided island tour, a picnic lunch, and two rounds of golf back at the property—an unforgettable mix of wildlife viewing and leisure.

Sable Island

© Cabot Cape Breton

 

Fishing in Alaska

Ketchikan, Alaska, offers world-class salmon fishing, and Salmon Falls Resort arranges floatplane fishing adventures to remote lakes and rivers. These excursions typically include a chartered flight, guided instruction, and a full-day fishing experience tailored to both newcomers and experienced anglers.

 

Sample Rare Whiskey

San Ysidro Ranch in Montecito, California, houses an exceptional collection of rare spirits. Stonehouse, the property’s restaurant, features exclusive pours from the Balvenie Chapter 4 Collection—rare whiskey available as a flight or individual pour for visitors looking to savor something special.

Whiskey at San Ysidro

© San Ysidro Ranch

 

Go Ice Fishing Among Sand Dunes

Sand Valley in Rome, Wisconsin, sits amid sweeping sand dunes and 12,000 acres of outdoor terrain and offers year-round adventures. During colder months, guests can try ice fishing set against the unique dune landscape. Experiences are available for beginners and seasoned anglers, often including warm snacks and beverages and the option to hire an instructor or guide for a more hands-on session.

 

Hockey Fan Experience

Thompson Seattle celebrates the Seattle Kraken with a Hat Trick VIP package geared toward hockey fans. The offering typically includes suite accommodations, a Kraken-themed cocktail, VIP round-trip transportation to the game, team-branded merchandise, and daily breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant—perfect for someone who loves the sport and enjoys premium game-day perks.