Christmas gift ideas for couples

Christmas gift ideas for couples that mean more beyond material things

For foodies: treat them to a dining experience

Food and beverage gift cards always make good Christmas gifts for couples. Whether to create a spontaneous Tuesday out, or for couples celebrating milestones like promotions or anniversaries, a fine dining experience takes the pleasures of eating and drinking to the next level, creating a memory that can be savoured for far longer than the meal itself.

Dining can also encourage a couple to try a new experience together: try Maha in Melbourne’s CBD for contemporary Middle Eastern meals, or Sixpenny in Sydney’s inner west for a local take on modern Australian dining. For other good restaurants or options in your region, check out TheFork, where American Express® Card members can access restaurants that specifically accept these cards.

For adventure and nature lovers: give the perfect gift of unforgettable getaways

For quirky paramours and thrill seekers: try a unique gift like a hot air balloon flight

Cute couple Christmas gifts generally have an edge to them – and there’s nothing quite like taking in the world from the vantage point of a basket in the sky! Cruising over a picturesque place like the Gold Coast hinterland or the Barossa Valley adds a whole new dimension of appreciation to a destination, particularly at sunrise or sunset. For American Express® Platinum Card members, contact our Travel Concierge to arrange incredible experiences such as hot air balloon flight, or other fun activities that will create once-in-a-lifetime memories.

For busy partners that need to de-stress: make them a happy couple with a spa day

An excellent gift for a couple who want to spend quality time together: sipping glasses of bubbles whilst trained therapists give you simultaneous foot rubs is a recipe for bliss. But your choices aren’t limited to massages (though it’s a thoughtful gift for couples). You could pick out a milk bath or floatation tank to gift a relaxing, full-body experience, or allow them to let off some steam with in a hammam or hot springs. No matter the choice, you’ve just given two people some time for self-care and wellness, which anyone would appreciate during or after a stressful period! Once again, for American Express® Platinum Card members, pampering yourselves at The Day Spa by Chuan at The Langham Sydney and The Spa at Park Hyatt Sydney are not to be missed. Contact our Travel Concierge to help you shake off the stress of daily life by indulging in a range of privileges and benefits through Platinum Card^®.¹

For home chefs: spice up date night with a tantalising cooking class

Opportunities to learn something new together are great couple gifts for Christmas: self-development is a rewarding feeling and achieving something together boosts personal connection. Given that we all need to feed ourselves, a cooking class is a safe bet for offering a new and valuable experience! You can find the perfect beginners’ class for those starting to find their way around the kitchen, or those who’ve just moved out of home and in with their partner. If you’re shopping for seasoned experts who are always whipping up something special, try surprising them with a cuisine they’ve never experimented with before: think French-Asian fusion, smoking meat, or perfecting duck. Let our Travel Concierge treat you to your next dining adventure. Discover where your Platinum Card®’s $400 dining credit¹ can take you.

For memory-makers and movers-and-shakers: invest in event tickets

Irrespective of what you choose, the best Christmas gifts for couples should allow them to spend time together in a meaningful and memorable way. Tickets to an event the couple will have mutual interest in is a great way of making a gift thoughtful and personal – particularly if it’s something they’ve mentioned to you previously.

If they love watching sports at their local pub, treat them to the real thing: they’ll love cheering on their team at a sports game, whether it’s football, cricket, rugby or basketball. For the artsy types, gift them tickets to a play, musical or opera - or for the those who love to laugh, entry to a stand-up comedy gig. Similarly, almost everyone will relish the opportunity to see their favourite musician live in concert.

But if you’re still stuck for ideas, look up festivals or cultural events that might be happening in your area: attractions like museum exhibitions, fashion events, ballet and dance productions, and the circus can all offer priceless memories.