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Father's Day always approaches fast and a lot of us get caught with last minute gifts. Instead of getting him another boring tie
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If your dad has a favourite hobby or interest, you can't go wrong with a gift that relates to it. Does he enjoy running? Maybe he needs some new running gear.
,Some gifts to consider, for Dads with a wide range of interests. If he's into music, travel, cooking, the latest gadgets, chess, or all of those things, these might be of interest to him.
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Does he love music or use his portable DVD player |
Does he love to travel and need some help finding the next exotic location? A guide book will help him find his way around a foreign city. |
Kitchen Knives Give him an excuse to use the grill with some new cooking tools! |
Like most men, your father probably hates asking for directions. With a new GPS system, he'll never have to! |
If chess is one of his favourite games, surprise him with a classy chess set and challenge him to the first game. |
Of course, instead of a practical gift, you might want to get him something that's pure entertainment, like DVDs or videogames. You might want to tap into his more creative side with a musical instrument, or get him something he might want but not get himself, like skin care products. These presents give you several options along those lines.
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Was he once a great guitar player? Get him back into it with a new one. Or maybe he's always wanted to learn. Get him some lessons |
Every guy has a favourite film or genre. Get him that new action flick or a classic movie he loves. |
You're never too old to get into videogames, and an Xbox or Wii might be just the thing for a Dad with some free time. |
Give him a chance to pamper himself with a handy skin care kit. |
Does he take pride in his looks? Help him keep his face tidy with a new shaving kit. |
If you're looking to really splash out and get him something expensive, check out these pricier gift suggestions.
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If he loves golf, get him some clubs. How else is he gonna play? |
If he's the outdoorsy type, a mountain bike is a great, fun way to get exercise. |
A widescreen TV is a gift not only for him, but the whole family. |
Whether he has to wear it to the office or just for special occasions, this is always a solid gift choice. |
If he's had his laptop any time at all it's almost certainly been usurped by a newer model, so get him the latest computer to keep him up to date. |
If you really want your gift to have that personal touch, then the best way to go about it is to get a personalised gift. A gift with your father's name on it or a special message from you will show that you put in that extra bit of thought and care.
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A bunch of cups that spell out a message when put side by side add up to a gift that is both practical and affectionate. |
Personalised 12 Year Old Orkney Malt Everyone loves whisky, and whisky with your name on it... that's gotta make a man feel like a king. |
Every time he opens his car door, he'll be reminded of how much you care. |
Again, a caring message and a practical item together make a gift that succeeds on all fronts. |
What do you get for the man who has everything? A monogrammed pebble, obviously. |
Every year, without meaning to, you tend to spend less and less time with your dad. Growing up is hard and you and he often have more important things going on and may not be able to spend as much time together as you want to. Believe me, he would love getting some more time together as well, and you can't go wrong with scheduling some extra family time. Whether it's an activity just for the two of you or for your whole family, he will appreciate your time and attention.
If you want to make it extra special here are some quick tips:
