Six experiences to gift in Hong Kong this Christmas: no need to shop, loved ones will enjoy these activities just as much
- Research shows gifting experiences, not things, will help strengthen your relationship with family and friends as well as show that you care
- Here are six ideas to try, from martial arts classes to yoga to cookery lessons
Still searching for the perfect holiday gift for that special someone? Before setting off on a shopping spree, bear in mind the gift of an experience, particularly one shared, has a lasting impact.
One, published in the Journal of Consumer Research in 2017, involved 59 pairs of friends (118 participants aged 18 to 27) who were randomly assigned in groups that received a US$15 experience such as a movie ticket, or a US$15 gift such as a shirt. They filled in surveys on the strength of their relationship before and after the gift exchange. The results? Those that received experiential gifts reported a more positive response than those who received goods.
The researchers found interpersonal relationships are vital to well-being and that experiential gifts help foster these bonds.
Here are six ideas for Christmas gifts in Hong Kong that will bolster your relationships.
