How Can I Give the Gift of Travel Thoughtfully?
Regenerative ways to share meaningful travel experiences this holiday season
As the days shorten and the season of giving approaches, many of us begin to shift our focus from planning travel for ourselves to how we might share meaningful experiences with the people we love.
Travel can be one of the most generous gifts we offer: time, space, discovery, and connection. But in a world where overconsumption is deeply tied to the holidays, the question we hear more and more is:
“How can I give the gift of travel thoughtfully?”
Give space, not schedules
Too often, travel gifts come with fixed dates, tight timelines, and pressure to “use it or lose it”. But the best travel experiences thrive on flexibility. This type of travel flows with the seasons and honours the needs of the traveller and the host destination.
Instead of booking a trip outright, consider gifting a travel credit, a curated weekend retreat, or a “choose your-own-adventure” voucher that lets your loved one explore when it feels right. That flexibility shows thoughtfulness — and supports slower, more intentional planning.
Why it matters: Travel that honours time, autonomy, and personal readiness is more likely to be restorative and meaningful, not rushed or stressful.
Support community-based and values-aligned providers
A gift of travel is also a chance to support a deeper story. When you choose local, Indigenous-owned, or sustainability-focused accommodations and experiences, you’re giving a gift that ripples outward — strengthening community and culture.
From forest lodges that reinvest in ecosystem stewardship to culinary getaways that highlight local growers, every trip has the potential to support community resilience.
Why it matters: When we align our dollars with our values, even our gifts become a form of quiet advocacy.
Wrap it with story and intention
It’s not just what you give — it’s how you frame it. Instead of presenting a trip as a product (“Here’s your spa weekend!”), invite reflection.
You might include a handwritten note about why you chose this gift, how it connects to your loved one’s interests or dreams, or what you hope they’ll experience. Some families even create shared travel funds to support future adventures they’ll plan together.
If you’re gifting a particular experience, ask our travel advisors for help in telling the story of the place and hosts. We can help shape a narrative that adds meaning to the gift and builds excitement for the journey ahead.
Why it matters: Framing travel as an experience, not a commodity, encourages connection and helps shift travel from transaction to transformation. That’s the heart of regenerative travel.
Create a Gift That Gives Back
Explore our online experiences for inspiration, and let’s create a thoughtful travel gift together — one that honours place, supports community, and celebrates the joy of discovery.
