13 Unusual Experience Gift Ideas Anyone Would Love
Updated by Timothy Paradis
Experience gifts are great for the adventurous spirits in your life, those who have all they want or need, or for anyone who needs a gentle nudge to try some new fun activities. But there are drawbacks that come along with gift experiences - hefty price tags, scheduling stress and even the possibility of causing unwanted social anxiety.
So while it’s all well and good to imagine friends and family having the hot air balloon ride of their life or the ultimate rock climbing excursion, at the end of the day, your wallet and their interest might just not be up for all that these adventures entail. That’s where subscription boxes from the Cratejoy marketplace come in. They provide a unique, inexpensive way to send a monthly experience right to the front door.
Instead of gifting an expensive day at the spa or a monthly cooking class, your loved ones get the spa or cooking class in the mail! We’ve put together a gift guide of some of our favorite monthly gift boxes that make amazing at-home experience gift ideas. With a broad selection of subscriptions to choose from, we've found great budget-friendly options for some of the most popular experience gifts.
Shaker & Spoon Cocktail Club
Shipping: New subscribers: your first box ships within 3 business days. After that, regular subscription boxes arrive around the 15th of each month, perfectly timed so you can stock your bar and be ready to shake, stir, and serve up fresh cocktails all month long.
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The Standard - Wine Club (Monthly) By "He Wines, She Dines"
Shipping: Orders are renewed on the 15th of the month. Subsequent boxes ship on the 21st of the month. *We are not allowed to send wine to PO Boxes.
Craft in Style, Monthly Craft Supply Kit Subscription
Shipping: Sending a gift? We have instant downloadable gift cards! Craft in Style Subscription Box ships within 3-5 business days of your order from the USA. All boxes ship USPS or UPS with tracking. Email us for assistance, anytime!
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Club Jeroboam - Fine Wine Club (Monthly) By "He Wines, She Dines"
Shipping: Orders are renewed on the 15th of the month. Subsequent boxes ship on the 21st of the month. *We are not allowed to send wine to PO Boxes.
Mindful Box by Mindful Souls
Shipping: Free shipping to USA First Mindful Box will be shipped immediately and will be delivered within the next 2-5 days. All the following boxes will be sent on the 7th of each month!
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Finders Seekers Mysteries
Shipping: We ship on the 23rd of each month, for all orders placed by the 21st. All subsequent games will ship by the 23rd of each month. For last-minute gifts, we provide a fun PDF gift message that you can personalize and email or print. Shipping is $6 within the US, Canada shipping: $7.95.
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Monthly Baking Kit - Learn to Bake Like a Pro
Shipping: Kits ship between the 21st and 24th. Orders placed after that ship right away! Subsequent boxes ship around the 21 of each month. **If you need a box sooner, please select our Welcome box which ships within 1-2 business days.
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The Adults & Crafts Crate
Shipping: New orders will ship within five business days! If you need a gift printout before we ship, just message us! Then, will ship around the 25th of each month. If you need a kit by a certain date (i.e. birthday), just message us after you order and we will get that set up for you! You can order now even if you want it to start in the future.
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Platterful: A Charcuterie Experience
Shipping: We ship all orders on Mondays and Wednesdays each week. We ship all orders UPS and FedEx 2 Day Express. with insulation & ice packs to ensure freshness!
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Matter
Shipping: Free US Shipping! Your first box will ship with our monthly batch. Depending on when you order, there may be a short wait. Need it ASAP? Order our Legacy Box to fill the gap until your first box arrives! International: You are responsible for any import fees, duties, or taxes for your region. Questions? Click the "Contact Seller" button below.
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Diverse Monthly Art Box - DIY Art Kits you can't wait to try!
Shipping: For special requests (birthdays, anniversaries, etc.), please contact us, & we'll do our best to accommodate. Want your subscription to start in a certain month (i.e. March instead of Feb)? Just email us after you order w/details. Interested in a past box? Just ask! Free shipping in the US-48!
TheraBox - Self Care Box
Shipping: ✨ Reserve your “WINTER” TheraBox today with up to $500+ worth of therapist-curated winter wellness rituals that make the perfect holiday gift for your partner, friends, family, colleagues and of course — you! ✨ Orders placed between November 25 - December 25 will ship within 2-5 business days starting December 1.
Thriller and Mystery Books Club
Shipping: FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING on all orders!



