Last Minute Gifts: From Subscription Boxes To Amazon Echo, Get These Without Shipping
Well, procrastinators, Christmas is almost here, and as usual, it's time for that eleventh hour scramble. But fear not! We have ten last minute gift ideas that will help you slide that perfect gift under the tree with just minutes to spare. While most shipping deadlines have come and gone, you can still snag these deals in time.
1) Subscription Boxes: It's the gift that keeps giving all years round. No matter what the hobby, you can find a monthly box for it. The geeks in your life will like Random Fandom while BarkBox caters to dog lovers and BirchBox will send its recipient to makeup heaven.
2) Amazon Echo: It's one of the hottest holiday gifts, and, contrary to popular belief, you do NOT need to buy it online. Get in your car and head to Home Depot, Sears, Staples, or other select retailers to pick the Echo up in person.
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3) Gif Cards: It may sound like a cop out, but gift cards are dead helpful. You're 20-something nephew may not know what he wants right now, but come mid-March, he'll certainly be looking for a little extra help buying the latest video game. Available at a wide array of big box stores, grocery stores, and pharmacies, gift cards are easy to buy. You can even send one via email.
4) Streaming Services: From television to music, it's far cheaper to stream then buy. Give the gift of unlimited shows, movies, and albums with month or year subscriptions with Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Spotify.
5) Concert/Play Tickets: Have a music lover who already has spotify? Give them the gift of live music. Is your roommate dying to see Hamilton? Snag some Broadway tickets. Check out Ticketmaster, Stub Hub, or Seat Geek.
Last Resort: Cold. Hard. Cash.
