Gift Card Ideas They'll Actually Appreciate and Use This Christmas
Gift Card Ideas They'll Actually Appreciate and Use This Christmas
Gift cards—the gift that truly keeps giving. After all the holiday hubbub has died down and everyone is done playing with their fancy new gadgets, those gift cards are going to be their new best friend. It could be for something practical, like a grocery delivery service or Netflix, or for something a little fun, like an airbnb gift card for a future vacation or one for a movie theater for family time.
Another perk? Gift cards are great for any age recipient! Anyone will love a handy Amazon gift card, or you could go more specific, like a Summersalt card for the stylish young gal in your life or a Steam card for the gamer guy. Crafty folks will be endlessly excited to see a Joann's gift card in their stocking, while readers will truly appreciate a Barnes & Noble gift card. It's a fact: everyone loves gift cards.
Not to mention, there are few gifts as easy as a simple card. In fact, did you know you can order almost all of the cards we included on this list on Amazon? It's true! Either have them shipped directly to your door or opt for an online version that can be sent straight to your recipient's email inbox. Even if you have someone who's hard to shop for, there's a gift card on this list they're sure to love.
Summersalt
summersalt.com
$25.00
You may know Summersalt from their flattering swimwear line, but did you know that their website is chockfull of loungewear, activewear, and pajamas?
Amazon Gift Card in a Holiday Pop-Up Box
Amazon
amazon.com
$50.00
It's Amazon's bestselling gift card for a reason. At Christmastime, you really can't get more festive than a pop-up box emblazoned with a cartoon tree!
Visa Gift Card
Visa
amazon.com
$105.95
Give them the gift of...well, everything! This snazzy card adds to the fun with a sparkly design.
Xbox Gift Card
Microsoft
amazon.com
$10.00
Thousands of glowing Amazon reviews can't be wrong. This gift card will put a smile on the face of any avid gamer on Christmas morning.
Ulta Beauty Gift Card
Ulta Beauty
amazon.com
$25.00
Give her all the beauty products! An Ulta gift card is the stuff of any makeup lover's dreams.
The Cheesecake Factory Gift Card
The Cheesecake Factory
amazon.com
$50.00
We don't want to play favorites, but the gift of cheesecake might just be the ultimate Christmas present. (You might say it takes the cake.)
AMC Theatre Gift Card
AMC Theatres
amazon.com
$25.00
The holiday season calls for a trip to the movies! Make it a little bit more fun with this gift card.
Jo-Ann Stores Gift Card
Jo-Ann Stores
amazon.com
Is your recipient the crafty type? Then they'll love this gift card, which is good at any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Store.
Steam Gift Card
Valve
amazon.com
$89.97
We tapped our gamer resources with this one, and the verdict is: a Steam gift card is ideal for any and every gamer in your life—young and old!
Instacart Gift Card
Instacart
amazon.com
$100.00
Have a busy mom on your list? Look no further than this gift card for the beloved grocery delivery service.
Uber Gift Card
Uber
Amazon
$25.00
Any city dweller will rejoice when they open this gift card on Christmas day.
Amazon Gift Card in a Greeting Card
Amazon
amazon.com
$125.00
This gift card and greeting card combo is an easy way to elevate your recipient's experience. We're partial to the "Christmas puppy" design.
Petco Gift Card
Petco
amazon.com
$25.00
We can't think of a more purr-fect gift for the pet lover in your life. They'll be able to stock up on supplies for all of their animals!
DSW Gift Card
DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse
amazon.com
$50.00
There are few things more thrilling than a pair of new shoes. But a gift card to a shoe store—which offers them the opportunity to buy multiple pairs of shoes—might just be the biggest thrill of all.
Lowe's Gift Card
Lowe's
amazon.com
$50.00
For the new homeowners in your life, there are few better gifts than this—trust.
Brooklinen Gift Card
E-Gift
brooklinen.com
Beautiful bedding is one of those luxuries people don't think to splurge on themselves. Give them a nudge (and the best sleep of their lives) with this e-gift card.
Barnes & Noble Gift Card
Barnes & Noble
Amazon
$50.00
Is there any better feeling than curling up with a brand new book next to the fire while it's cold outside? Definitely not.
Starbucks Gift Card
Starbucks
amazon.com
Because a cup of coffee (or eight) is always a good gift idea. You could also get a pack of 4 $10 gift cards that are great for small gifts for neighbors, mail carriers, and teachers!
Everlane Gift Card
everlane
everlane.com
Everlane makes timeless clothing ethically. Shop their stylish duffel bags, cashmere sweaters, and more with this gift card.
Feliz Navidad Walmart Gift Card
Walmart
walmart.com
$50.00
If Santa forgot a certain something, this gift card to Walmart will cover the bases.
DoorDash Gift Card
DoorDash
amazon.com
$25.00
Give them the gift of any meal of their choice! They can splurge on a feast or spread it out over a few warm dinners, delivered right to their door.
$50 Visa Gift Card
Visa
amazon.com
$54.95
It looks great and is great because they can purchase whatever they want with it!
Etsy Gift Card
Sephora Gift Card
SEPHORA COLLECTION
sephora.com
Feed her beauty obsession with this gift card that's great for all things pretty and practical.
Spotify Gift Card
Spotify
amazon.com
The fact that you're paying for Premium for a few months is certain to be music to their ears.
Winc Gift Card
Winc
winc.com
Recipients can redeem this gift card for a personalized wine delivery. We'll cheers to that!
Whole Foods Market $100 Gift Card
Whole Foods Market
amazon.com
100.00
Between food and drinks, the holidays can get expensive! Offset some of those costs with a convenient certificate to the nearby grocery store.
Southwest Airlines Gift Card
Southwest Airlines
amazon.com
The best gift for travel lovers? Another opportunity to see the world.
Netflix Gift Card
Netflix
amazon.com
We all have that family member who's too stubborn to splurge on a Netflix membership. A gift card will get him or her up and running (or rather, streaming) in no time.
airbnb Gift Card
airbnb
Amazon
$50.00
The gift of a little time away—what could be better? If you're gifting for a couple, this is a great way to treat them to some alone time without being exclusive, like getting a gift card to a restaurant.
These best gift card ideas can be purchased at the last minute and allow recipients to tailor items to their own tastes for that extra thoughtful touch.