Choosing the perfect present for someone can lead to unwanted anxiety and stress. This holiday season, VisitErie is encouraging people to think differently when making their holiday shopping gift checklists and give the gift of an experience through one of the Cheery Erie Gift Packs.
Experiential gift giving is a growing trend, with people looking for alternatives to traditional material gifts. A Consumer Reports article references a nationally representative poll that asked participants what aspect of the holidays they liked best. Seventy three percent responded that spending time with friends and family overwhelmingly ranked first, while giving and receiving gifts received a meager 4% vote. The article also points to studies that show people between the ages of 25 and 34 consider experiential gifts to be far more valuable than any tangible item. People form stronger connections to adventures and experiences versus a specific object, which tend to lose their luster over time.
Cheery Erie Gift Packs features 30 unique gift experience ideas provided by Erie-based businesses, that were curated specifically for VisitErie, many including discounts and special package offers. The Cheery Erie Gift Pack promotion runs through December 31, 2022.
Cheery Erie Gift Packs include:
- Erie Sport Center Holiday Fun Package
- Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Future Fun Voucher
- Erie Playhouse Family Theater Experience
- Allen Stoneware Pottery Classes
- Winery, Brewery, Distillery Tours from Rupp Limousine
- A Massage and Sailboat Ride on Your Sailing Adventure
- Hagen History Center Victorian Mansion Experience
- Buona Cucina Private Tasting Party
VisitErie President and CEO, John Oliver remarked, “Cheery Erie is a unique and engaging holiday promotion, that we are very excited to share with the Erie community and our visitors. We encourage people to take advantage of the variety of experiences created by our partner business. It’s a great way for people to support a business that they may or may not have experienced.”
The complete list of Cheery Erie gift packs can be found at www.VisitErie.com/cheeryerie.
