A recent survey by Kingfisher sailing reveals why we’ll never learn that when it comes to buying Christmas gifts how to buy a Christmas gift with a difference – the recipient won’t have to fake liking this!
When it comes to Christmas one of the biggest pressure points is the familiar dilemma of what to give loved ones. The millions of unwanted
items that clutter our homes suggest we have every reason to stress about the gift-giving process – it is not easy to get it right. A new
survey by holiday provider Kingfisher Sailing has revealed that we’re also unlikely to learn from our mistakes as most people fake a
‘pleased’ reaction. According to the results*, an overwhelming 89% of participants pretend to like unwanted Christmas gifts, with almost a
third (28%) of respondents admitting to taking these items back, however the chances are most of us will still be wasting quite a bit
of money again this year.
The online survey also gave participants the opportunity to provide examples of some of the worst Christmas presents received, and many were happy to elaborate on the detail; from a hole-punch, to a packet of hankies and an answering machine. The worst gifts are often given by close family members. The classic Christmas mistake, socks, also made a few appearances on the list. The most common answer was bath salts, ornaments and items that clearly highlighted a lack of thought.16% of respondents are generally left feeling unhappy with their gifts every Christmas.
So before hitting the shops in a state of panic, why not try a different approach? The survey revealed that half of participants(48%) would rather receive an ‘experience’ gift over an object. From travel to trying something new, there are hundreds of experiences to suit hard-to-buy-for family members.
One such experience could be the chance for loved ones to enjoy life on-board a beautiful yacht. For the ultimate luxury, why not give the gift of a sailing holiday or weekend break, and make this Christmas memorable for all the right reasons. Family-run travel company Kingfisher Sailing has unveiled its sailing packages for 2017; from mini breaks in Valencia next April to sailing expeditions around
Sicily in June, there are numerous experiences to choose from, all offering the unique opportunity to get involved in crewing the boat.To find out more about how to book a sailing break in time to surprise your loved one this Christmas, visit: www.kingfishersailing.com.
James Barnett, Founder of Kingfisher Sailing comments: “By collaborating with other interest groups, from kitesurfing to
yoga, we offer unique travel experiences. Whether our guests are looking to learn a new skill or simply relax, we’ll have a trip to
suit, which makes this an exceptional gift. Our mission at Kingfisher Sailing is to make sailing accessible to everyone, regardless of prior
experience. We want to share the extraordinary platform that life aboard offers for escape, reflection and adventure. This Christmas
could be spent planning the trip of a lifetime. Or, if it all proves too stressful, why not book a private charter with friends.”
For further information or to make a booking visit www.kingfishersailing.com.
