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Top 5 worst gifts not to bring from a trip
Every vacation that involves traveling and visiting new places stays in our memory for a long time. Taking a piece of new experiences with us and presenting it to our loved ones or friends is what we are guided by when buying gifts or souvenirs. But will every thing brought back from a trip bring pleasure to others?
OBOZREVATEL has put together a selection of what you should or shouldn't bring back as a gift from your vacation.
Top 5 worst gifts
National clothes
At first glance, the idea of national costumes is interesting, but in reality, it's only good for a photo shoot. National costumes cannot be cheap, and if you still buy them, you or your family will hardly wear them anywhere except for a carnival or a party. The rest of the time it will be lying in the closet.
Figurines
If you're choosing a souvenir for yourself, you can safely buy one. But if you want to please someone close to you, this is not the best option. Everyone's home has a unique style and content, so you just can't guess how your gift will fit into the interior and whether it will please them.
Postcards, brochures, magazines
If you have bought a professional or well-known publication that your friends or yourself are interested in as a gift, that's great, but ordinary postcards or tour brochures will only become unnecessary junk in the house and will quickly spoil, if not in the trash, then on the far shelf of the closet.
Decorative cosmetics
Decorative cosmetics, even of very high quality, are still a quite individual and delicate choice. Unless you have a specific order for a product of a well-known brand, it is better to refrain from such a gift, because it may simply not fit or suit your friends, and this will leave an unpleasant feeling for both you and them.
Precious gifts
Of course, if you are planning to please a very close and dear person whose tastes you know well, this is a great option. But you shouldn't give expensive gifts to friends or acquaintances, because you will put them in an awkward position where they have to give you something too. Besides, it is known that the most valuable gift is attention and sincerity.
Top 5 best gifts
Magnets
The relevance of this souvenir remains unchanged. Simple, cheap and tasteful. Today, the choice of magnets of various shapes, colors and styles allows you to satisfy even the most demanding tourist, and a pleasant memory of the trip will be pleasing to the eye for a long time after returning.
Jewelry
Women will be especially happy with such a gift, because it will not only emphasize the natural attractiveness of the hostess, but will always remind them of the attentive and warm attitude of the giver. The fact that a piece of jewelry brought back from a trip always remains exclusive adds a special piquancy.
Food
Of course, we try to taste something new and colorful on every trip. Certain foods become the hallmark of a country. If properly transported, different types of cheese, a bottle of wine of a famous brand, or a delicacy will be the best gift for your loved ones and allow you to share great memories of your trip together.
Natural cosmetics
Cosmetics of famous brands are in demand all over the world, but buying it in the country where it is actually produced is a guarantee of high quality, and the price may be more pleasant. Essential oils, natural soap or perfume will make a great gift and will be remembered for a long time.
Tableware
Usually, you can buy tableware with national symbols at any souvenir stand, but an ordinary cup or plate with a picture of the country you're traveling to is unlikely to be a good gift. If you really want to please your loved ones or yourself, look for dishes made of exquisite materials (porcelain or expensive glass), minted or handmade. Such a work of art will definitely decorate your home and remind you of the wonderful moments of your trip.
Travel, collect memories and impressions, cherish your happy moments, and let your souvenirs remind you of your vacation for a long time to come!