Christmas Gift Ideas For Overseas Family

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Christmas is coming and for those of us who have family overseas, here are some ideas of gifts that you can easily send to them this Christmas.

1. Photos or Photo Albums

As they cannot be around to experience many of the memories I think sending through photos of the children as they grow helps these family members feel more connected to the children. I try to include notes and dates so that they understand how old the children are in each photo. Photo Albums are fantastic ‘brag’ books that your relatives can show to their friends.

2. Handwritten letter

Nothing surpasses a handwritten letter to let someone know that you are thinking of them and care about them. Make the letter a little more special by including some drawings or notes from the children.

3. A ‘Care’ Box

Creating a ‘care box’ does not need to be large or include a lot of items. Simply pick 2-3 things you know the recipient loves and include them in a box with a nice card. You can get boxes of all sizes from Australia Post and they can also advise cut off dates to post the items in order for them to reach your loved ones in time. Ideas of items to include in the box: Personalised Jar of Nutella, Tim Tams, Tea, Hand Cream or something the recipient loves and would be homesick for.

4. Gift Voucher

Gift Vouchers are always a great idea – easy to send and easy for the recipient to get themselves something they would like. Be careful to pick a gift voucher that can be used in their country. Visa and iTunes vouchers are ideal as they are accepted in most countries.

5. Gifts Delivered

With so many businesses selling online these days, you can find companies that will deliver your gift to the recipient, in most cases with a card on your behalf. We have had flowers delivered to interstate and overseas family members on numerous occasions to cheer them up and let them know we are thinking of them.