{"id":31831,"date":"2021-06-09T11:31:24","date_gmt":"2021-06-09T09:31:24","guid":{"rendered":"\/blog\/?p=31831"},"modified":"2021-06-09T11:31:24","modified_gmt":"2021-06-09T09:31:24","slug":"5-meaningful-fathers-day-gifts-to-create-lasting-memories","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/5-meaningful-fathers-day-gifts-to-create-lasting-memories\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Meaningful Father\u2019s Day Gifts to Create Lasting Memories"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Father&#8217;s Day is almost here and we know that sometimes it can be challenging to buy a Father\u2019s Day gift for dad \u2013 either he has everything already, or you simply can\u2019t afford what he says he wants! So, this Father\u2019s Day, try changing things up a little and move beyond buying things that can be easily broken or forgotten, to finding things he can consume and enjoy or even memorable experiences that he\u2019ll carry with him for the rest of his life.<\/p>\n<p>When conducting research on the <a href=\"https:\/\/news.cornell.edu\/stories\/2013\/01\/feel-happier-talk-about-experiences-not-things\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">science of happiness, Dr. Thomas Gilovich at Cornell University<\/a> found that while buying physical gifts might make us happy in the short term, this happiness only lasts a while. On the converse, it found that every time we think of a significant moment with a loved one, or a magical experience we enjoyed, it still makes us happy, whether the moment was last week, last year, or even last century! Basically,\u00a0buying experiences and even consumables linked to a strong memory brings people more happiness than material purchases, such as a flat-screen television or high-end clothing.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-31838 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/dad_fathers-day-300x169.jpeg\" alt=\"Fathers Day\" width=\"708\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/dad_fathers-day-300x169.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/dad_fathers-day-768x432.jpeg 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/dad_fathers-day.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 708px) 100vw, 708px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>So, this father&#8217;s Day why not spoil your dad by finding the perfect experience for him? Whether it&#8217;s fishing at a bucket-list location, hiking his favourite trail, or something new like an archery or clay pigeon shooting class, this list is packed with experiences your dad will love. To sweeten the deal you can even get him a gift to go along with his experience so every time he uses the item he will be reminded of happy memories.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some ideas to get you started:<\/p>\n<h3>An advanced driving course<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-28376 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/man_driving-300x188.jpeg\" alt=\"man driving car\" width=\"701\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/man_driving-300x188.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/man_driving-768x480.jpeg 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/man_driving-343x215.jpeg 343w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/man_driving-326x205.jpeg 326w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/man_driving-163x102.jpeg 163w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/man_driving.jpeg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Who doesn\u2019t want to drive like someone in The Italian Job? If your dad always gets a twinkle in his eye when he sees a fast car, then an advanced driving course might be just the thing for him or book an experience driving a sports car for a day.<\/p>\n<h3>A cooking or baking class<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-31836 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/dad-cooking-300x169.jpeg\" alt=\"cooking\" width=\"701\" height=\"395\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/dad-cooking-300x169.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/dad-cooking-768x432.jpeg 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/dad-cooking.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The foodie or aspiring chef in your life will love the extra knowledge of a cooking or baking course. From learning how to make sourdough bread to honing in on fine French cuisine, this is a gift you might very well benefit from as well!<\/p>\n<p>To sweeten the deal wrap up the gift voucher for the cooking course with a new spatula, apron, or measuring spoons for your dad to use during the cooking class. Then every time he goes to use that item in his kitchen at home he&#8217;ll be reminded of the great time he had at the cooking or baking class.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Find the best prices on kitchen essentials online with PriceCheck now:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/categories\/317\/Cooking+Appliances?utm_source=blog.pricecheck.co.za&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_5_Meaningful_Fathers_Day_Gifts_to_Create_Lasting_Memories&amp;utm_content=5_Meaningful_Fathers_Day_Gifts_to_Create_Lasting_Memories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-21641 size-medium\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Buttons_ViewOffers-300x57.png\" alt=\"view offers\" width=\"300\" height=\"57\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Buttons_ViewOffers-300x57.png 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Buttons_ViewOffers.png 550w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>A language course for the keen traveller<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-26164 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Travel-pillow-flight-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"travel pillow\" width=\"705\" height=\"470\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Travel-pillow-flight-300x200.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Travel-pillow-flight-104x69.jpeg 104w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Travel-pillow-flight.jpeg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 705px) 100vw, 705px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Does your dad dream of visiting France, Greece, or Italy one day? While he waits to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/categories\/1065\/Accommodation?utm_source=blog.pricecheck.co.za&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_5_Meaningful_Fathers_Day_Gifts_to_Create_Lasting_Memories&amp;utm_content=5_Meaningful_Fathers_Day_Gifts_to_Create_Lasting_Memories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">book his trip of a lifetime<\/a> why not get him started on learning the language of the country, so he&#8217;ll be ready for his visit? Even if your dad can\u2019t make that amazing trip he\u2019s always dreamed of, he may still be keen to learn a new language \u2013 from French and German to Zulu and Japanese, a language course is a gift that will keep on giving.<\/p>\n<p>If your dad loves to travel, wrap up the gift voucher for his language course with some travel essentials like a new travel wallet, luggage tags, or even a super-comfortable travel pillow. He&#8217;ll be reminded of his language course every time he goes to use them on his travels.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Find the best prices on travel essentials online with PriceCheck now:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/categories\/1564\/Luggage?utm_source=blog.pricecheck.co.za&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_5_Meaningful_Fathers_Day_Gifts_to_Create_Lasting_Memories&amp;utm_content=5_Meaningful_Fathers_Day_Gifts_to_Create_Lasting_Memories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-21641 size-medium\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Buttons_ViewOffers-300x57.png\" alt=\"view offers\" width=\"300\" height=\"57\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Buttons_ViewOffers-300x57.png 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Buttons_ViewOffers.png 550w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Golf lessons<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-31834 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Father-and-son-golfing1-300x169.jpeg\" alt=\"golf\" width=\"701\" height=\"395\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Father-and-son-golfing1-300x169.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Father-and-son-golfing1-768x432.jpeg 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Father-and-son-golfing1.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Is your dad an amateur golfer? If he&#8217;s keen to start golf or improve his swing, then why not give him the gift of golf lessons with a pro? Lessons from a pro is sure to improve his game and give him something to think back on next time he books a four-ball with his mates.<\/p>\n<p>Sweeten the deal and wrap up the voucher for his golf lessons with a brand-new club, golf gloves, or even a box of golf balls.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Find the best prices on golf essentials online with PriceCheck now:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/categories\/901\/Golf?utm_source=blog.pricecheck.co.za&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_5_Meaningful_Fathers_Day_Gifts_to_Create_Lasting_Memories&amp;utm_content=5_Meaningful_Fathers_Day_Gifts_to_Create_Lasting_Memories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-21641 size-medium\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Buttons_ViewOffers-300x57.png\" alt=\"view offers\" width=\"300\" height=\"57\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Buttons_ViewOffers-300x57.png 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Buttons_ViewOffers.png 550w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>A weekend away<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-31835 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/family-trip-300x169.jpeg\" alt=\"travel\" width=\"708\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/family-trip-300x169.jpeg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/family-trip-768x432.jpeg 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/family-trip.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 708px) 100vw, 708px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>An unforgettable weekend is something he\u2019ll remember far longer than that football shirt \u2013 particularly if his team goes off the deep end. There are plenty of listings online for easy weekend vacation options, close to home or further afield. A weekend away with your pops will give you plenty of time to make lasting memories he look back on for years to come.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Find the best prices on travel and accommodation deals online with PriceCheck now:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/categories\/1065\/Accommodation?utm_source=blog.pricecheck.co.za&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_5_Meaningful_Fathers_Day_Gifts_to_Create_Lasting_Memories&amp;utm_content=5_Meaningful_Fathers_Day_Gifts_to_Create_Lasting_Memories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-21641 size-medium\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Buttons_ViewOffers-300x57.png\" alt=\"view offers\" width=\"300\" height=\"57\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Buttons_ViewOffers-300x57.png 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Buttons_ViewOffers.png 550w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Give him the gift of happy memories this Father&#8217;s Day.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":31837,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"amp_status":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2849,2868],"tags":[8023,8022,8024,8021,357,391],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/happy-fathers-Day_dad.jpeg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31831"}],"collection":[{"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/20"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=31831"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31831\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":31848,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31831\/revisions\/31848"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/31837"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=31831"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=31831"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=31831"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}