Activity Gift Experiences For Father's Day - Aston Martin Thrill DB9 or V8 Vantage

Ok, so a Aston Martin Thrill Experience Day may be a bit pricey for the majority of us, but I'm sure there's some of you out there who's had a father that's really done something special for them this year and you feel they deserve a bit of what they fancy (that you can legally buy online) - so what's better then letting them spend a few hours driving one of the World's most desirable cars around a race track?

And if you want to know what exactly they may get then check out this video of someone else on an Aston Marting Gift Experience Day:



What Do You Get On An Aston Martin Activity Gift?

Well obviously you get and introduction and tips of driving techniques as well as 2 demonstration laps with an instructure in a BMW Alpina D3. You'll also get the laps driving either an Aston Martin DB9 or V8 - but the number of laps will depend by venue.

How long with the Aston Marting Gift Experience Last?

It'll obviously depend how many other people are there on the experience day too and which track you go on, but allow around 1.5hrs.

Are there any restrictions?

Obviously you should be in reasonable health. Also you should be 17 or over (if you're 17 then you'll need parental consent). You should be 5' (152cms) or over, but be 6'4" (193cms) or under. Also you can't be over 17 stone (108ks).

Where are the Aston Martin Driving Experiences held?

Here's a rough map of their locations, don't rely on them - always check the details you're sent.


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Where can I buy an Aston Marting Driving Gift Experience from?

* Buyagift - £99
* The Gift Experience - £99
* RedSave - £88.08
* Extreme Element - £96.89
* Firebox - £99.95
* Activity Superstore - £120
* Red Letter Days - £149
* ActivityGifts.co.uk - £99

Buy Alton Towers Tickets - Family Fun For A Bank Holiday

If you live anywhere in the Midlands, and even the north of England then I'm sure that you've been to Alton Towers and may be considering buying some Alton Towers Tickets, well here's an easy way of doing it. Both Attractiontix (£29.00 for a 1 day ticket) and BuyaGift (£22.00) have them to buy online now.

There's just so much to do - for all the family. You can even take the grandparents as I bet they'll love to walk around the gardens. Anyway, here's a list of stuff to do:

Congo River Rapids - There's no escaping the splashes and sprays of the torrents of the Congo River. Staying dry is almost impossible.

Duel - The Haunted House Strikes back! - Have your wits about you as you prepare to do battle with ghosts and ghouls.

Hex - The Legend of the Towers - Journey deep inside the legendary towers, but be careful not to unearth the curse of the Chained Oak.

Runaway Mine Train - Climb aboard the runaway train. It twists and turns getting faster and faster.

Spinball Whizzer - Ping and spring around this pinball-themed track. Every ride is different, so you never know if you’re going to spin or drop, and it could be in any direction.

The Flume - Prepare to get wet on this ride. Climb into your bathtub, fly down drops and through waterfalls before finishing off in the power shower. Watch out for the ducks.

Twirling Toadstool - Glide through the air, as you take your seat on this giant toadstool, and enjoy the crazy views of Cloud Cuckoo Land.

Skyride - Experience a trip across the Theme Park in our new gondolas. Take in jaw-dropping aerial views of the Theme Park, The Towers and the magnificent gardens.

Marauder's Mayhem - Swirl and twirl with the gunpowder barrels which make up Marauder's Mayhem and beware the actions of your crew mates who can make the barrel spin faster.

Battle Galleons - Embark on a mission aboard the Battle Galleons, as they sail amidst shark infested waters to the pirate cove.

Haunted Hollow - This spooky walk through is full of surprises; you need to keep your eyes peeled.

Squirrel Nutty Ride - Travel through the beautiful tree tops in your very own acorn. Check out that squirrel hitching a lift.

The Beastie - This green Beastie is a jolly introduction to the world of rollercoasters. It’s just fast enough for kids to get a rush of excitement.
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Wobble World - The fun and excitement of Cloud Cuckoo Land has been extended into this amazing indoor play area. Young guests can bounce around all day.

Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryTM: The Ride - Experience Charlie’s amazing journey into Willy Wonka’s fantabulous world.

Frog Hopper - Hop up and down on the fun frog hopper.

Peugeot Driving School - Try your hand at the Peugeot Driving School. Race around the roads and learn to drive at the quirky driving school.

Gallopers Carousel - This enchanting traditional carousel allows you to ride the colourful horses.

Heave Ho! - For smaller explorers, ride aboard the rocking Heave Ho tug boat - perfect for little pirates.

Riverbank Eye Spy - Board a boat for a voyage of discovery, listen out for the baa of the sheep, and the oink of the pigs. How many you can hear on your way around?

Old MacDonald’s Tractor Ride - Climb on your own powerful tractor and wheel around the farmyard.

There’s Something in the Dung Heap - Let loose in this playground and zoom down the zip wires high above the marshy ground. Suitable for young children.

Berry Bish Bash - Collect up your foam balls, before hiding out on the stairs and shooting. Suitable for mums, dads or guardians with younger children.

Doodle Doo Derby - The perfect ride for inquisitive minds, listen as you ride. You can choose from an array of farmyard animals, including a cow or goat.

Old MacDonald’s Singing Barn - Take some time to listen to the joyous sound of the singing animals, the witty sound of the tuneful pig, or the bellow of the friendly farmer.

Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE - Join Captain Black and his crew as they embark upon a mission of discovery beneath the wreckage of the galleon in Mutiny Bay.

Book Now: Attractiontix (£29.00 for a 1 day ticket) and BuyaGift (£22.00).

Directions To Alton Towers:
Well if you've got sat nav set it for ST10 4DB.

If you wanted to see how far you lived from Alton Towers then here's a map:


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Book Now: Attractiontix (£29.00 for a 1 day ticket) and BuyaGift (£22.00).

Go-Karting For Kids - Experience Days For Children

Is your son or daughter mad about go-karting? Is it all they talk about? Or is it something you think that any child would love to have a go at? If so then its not too expensive to get a karting gift experiences of kids as companies like The Gift Experience do them for £39 and Virgin Experience Days have it for £38.17.

What's included in the Karting For Kids activity day?
Well, your child will get a safety briefing and initial instruction session to make sure they act safely on the course. They'll also get the safety equipment needed such as helmets, gloves and overalls so if they do come off then they won't be injured badly (I'm not selling this well am I?).

They'll also get the karting session, but the exact number of laps and time depends on each of the venues, but leave between 1 hour and 2 1/2 hours for the experience. The gift pack will include a smart wallet, a personalised voucher and a message card.

You'll also get personal accident cover up to the value of £50,000 and cancellation indemnity.

Important information for the Karting For Kids
There is a minimum age of 8 and those under 18 need parental or guardian consent.
There is a minimum height restriction of 4' to 4'7" and a maximum height of 7" (but check the details at the time of booking). The child should be less than 18 stone too and in reasonable health.
Remember that each venue will have different restrictions or requirements.

Where can I have the Karting For Kids gift experience?
Avon - Bristol
Essex - Brentwood
Gloucestershire - Gloucester
Herefordshire - Weobley
Norfolk - Nr. Cromer
Northern Ireland - Portadown
West Midlands - Wolverhampton

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Buy the Junior Karting Gift Experience from:

* The Gift Experience - £39
* Virgin Experience Days

Air Sphereing Activity Gift - A Gift Experience To Remember In Milton Keynes

Air Sphereing is the latest extreme activity gift that mixes adrenaline and intense activity. It combines the thrill of rolling down a hill inside a giant inflatable ball with flying inside a vertical wind tunnel - how mad is that?

Just check out the nutters in this video:



Buyagift has the air sphereing for £58.72 where you can go in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire.

Prezzybox and Virgin Experience Days have it for £60.

If you want to find out where it is, here's some maps:


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Lack Of Activity Gifts - Flower Arranging

Do you know someone that would love to learn how to do flower arranging at a specialised flower arranging workshop? It could make a fantastic Valentine's or birthday gift for some one in their advanced years (only kidding). These sort of activities, including knitting, are making a big come back.

Of course your time will be spent learning about how colours, sizes and scents work together to make a beautiful bouquet, but you'll also have the opportunity to take your wonderful creation with you and share a natter over soft drink and coffee after lunch.

In total the Flower Arranging Activity Gift will last around 4 1/2 hours. Also the person going on the workshop has to be 16 years old or over, but Activity Superstore can't guarantee the ages of the other people on the workshop.

And for the important information - its located in Nottingham - just off the M1, so its pretty handy for the Midlands and you could make it part of a romantic break, also it costs £55.

Spa breaks from Spafinder

What I love about Spa Finder is their complete and utter focus on providing you with the best spa days and spa holidays on the internet!

On their homepage you can specify between day spa breaks or mini spa holidays. You can also search by spas gift days that offer different treatments such as: Massages, Acupressure, Aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, Back Massage, BlackBerry Hand Massage, Couples, Deep Tissue, Four Hands, Hand/Foot, Hot Stone, Lomilomi, Lymph Drainage, Mommy and Baby, Myofascial Release, Prenatal/Postnatal, Reflexology, Rolfing, Scalp, Shiatsu, Swedish, Thai, Water Treatments, Hydrotherapy, Scottish Hose, Thalassotherapy, Vichy Shower, Watsu, Salon, Eyebrow and Lash Tinting, Hair Extensions, Hair Styling and Care, Lash Extensions, Makeup Instruction/Application, Manicures, Pedicures, Waxing, Facials, Acne/Deep Cleansing, Anti-aging, Back Facial, Custom, Exfoliating, Fruit Acid, Galvanic, Glycolic Acid, Men's, Oxygen, Rosacea, Sensitive/Calming, Signature, Teen, Body wraps, Algae/Seaweed, Cellulite, Herbal Wrap, Mud, Slimming, Body scrubs, Dry Brushing, Fruit Scrub, Salt Scrub, Sugar Scrub.

They also give you great information about the new spas they offer gifts for. Such as the Fairlawns Hotel and Spa:


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So basically if you're looking to buy a spa or relaxation activity gift for anyone then I'd be inclined to go direct to the experts at Spa Finder.

Paintball For 8 Gift Pack

Paintballing is great for any occassion, stag doo's, hen doo's, birthdays or just for a day out with some mates. PrezziesPlus are offering a paintballing experience for 8 people at only £19.95 (Price includes equipment hire and gun hire).

Available at over 100 locations across the UK this day is sure to be fun packed, energy fueled and fast paced. The aim of the game is to shoot. On the day you will be given everything you need to protect yourself and be able to defeat the enemy. All you will need to buy is your paintballs which come in at £10 per player for 100 balls. You might also need to buy some food or drink.

Turn up on the day, load your gun, choose your leader and fire away. You will soon see if you are man or mouse in one of the most aggressive sports out there. You can take revenge on the person who annoyed you or the person who never gets a round in. Or you can use the booking for a kids party (minimum age at most venues is 12, please check when making booking).

Paintballing for Eight Gift Set Includes:-

• A voucher for Eight Paintballers valid until 31-12-2009
• Full Booking Details
• Key Ring
• Full Terms and Conditions
• Voucher Wallet and Lanyard

If you want to buy your own gun and paintballs you can also buy them at PrezziesPlus;
Paintball Gun - £17.95 -
80 Paintball Refills- £5.99 -