Lifestyle
Gifts that keep on giving: 11 gift subscriptions that deliver joy all year
Give a present that lasts all year with these clever subscriptions designed to surprise, delight and make life easier.
By Bron Maxabella
We all love a thoughtful present and a carefully chosen gift subscription is the modern-day equivalent of a handwritten love letter. It says: I thought about you this Christmas, and I’ll be thinking about you throughout the year, too.
Gift subscriptions are practical, personal and I reckon you can find one to suit everyone on your list. You can give all kinds of things, like food for busy nights, coffee for early mornings, your favourite tv shows or flowers to brighten gloomy days. Whatever your person is into, there’s a subscription that’s the perfect fit.
Here are our favourite gift subscriptions that really do keep on giving. As a little something for you, you can buy many of these through Citro Rewards for cashback and other savings.
1. Wine made simple
For the wine lover in your life (like me!), a Naked Wines angels subscription is like unlocking an endless cellar curated by independent winemakers. Each month, they’ll get to explore varietals and regions they might never have chosen themselves. This is a nice way to ‘celebrate’ each month together; even better if you can arrange to enjoy the wine together.
Remember to shop via Citro Rewards and get a $100 Naked Wines voucher.
2. Dinner at their doorstep
Nothing says “I love you” like saving someone from the dreaded “what’s for dinner?” question. So gift a monthly food delivery to really make them smile. Options like Hello Fresh and Marley Spoon deliver fresh ingredients and chef-designed recipes, while YouFoodz and MACROS are about healthy, ready-made meals. EveryPlate and QuiteLike bring budget-friendly convenience without compromising flavour.
These services give back time, energy and inspiration to all of us who are tired of the weekly meal juggle.
3. Endless entertainment
Streaming is now as much a staple in our lives as electricity and running water. A subscription to Disney+ or Apple Music keeps your recipient entertained long after the wrapping paper has hit the recycling bin. With new content landing constantly, this is the gift that fills rainy afternoons, long commutes and lazy weekends with plenty of fun.
4. Happy pets
Pet people often spend more on their furry family than themselves, which is why a pet supply subscription is such a thoughtful present. PetStock, Pet Circle and Petbarn offer subscriptions to essentials like food and treats straight to the door. It saves lugging heavy feed bags from the shop and for animal lovers there’s nothing better than a gift that makes their pet’s tail wag.
5. Smooth coffee moments
Coffee is so much more than a caffeine hit; it’s a treasured daily ritual. A Nespresso subscription makes that ritual just a little bit smoother. Your giftee can choose their favourite blends or discover new ones through regular deliveries of capsules. It guarantees their morning always starts right.
6. Many signature scents
Perfume is deeply personal and sometimes tricky to gift. That’s where Aerre comes in. Each month, your loved one receives a designer fragrance to try without committing to a full bottle. It’s an elegant way to discover new favourites and every spray will be a luxurious reminder of you.
7. Stories to listen to
Audiobooks are perfect for multitaskers, commuters and anyone who wants to be swept away into another world while doing the washing up. An Audible subscription unlocks a vast library of books, podcasts and original stories, available anytime, anywhere. A standard subscription will allow your person to read 1 audiobook a month on you!
8. Flowers in full bloom
Nothing lights up a room quite like fresh flowers and LVLY’s subscription brings beautifully arranged blooms right to your recipient’s door. Whether monthly, fortnightly or weekly, each delivery is like a hug in a box. Flowers are the ultimate mood-lifter, ensuring your darling person’s home feels cheerful and loved all year.
9. Creativity unlocked
A ClassBento subscription is the gift of learning something new, from pottery to pasta-making to photography. Classes can be online or in-person, making them flexible for every lifestyle.
Every class will bring a sense of achievement, and that’s a pretty special present.
10. Magazines delivered
Some people love nothing more than flicking through the glossy pages of their favourite magazine. With isubscribe, you can gift them exactly that. Choose from hundreds of titles across fashion, food, health, travel and lifestyle. For readers who enjoy a cuppa with something tangible in hand, a magazine subscription is a wonderful way to keep the joy going month after month.
11. Mindful moments
Life can be noisy, so giving the gift of peace might be the most thoughtful idea of all. A subscription to a wellness app like Headspace, Smiling Mind or Calm gives your loved one access to guided meditations, sleep stories, relaxation techniques and even short mindfulness practices to reset a busy day.
Feature image: iStock/miniseries
Tell us in the comments below: What's on your Christmas wish list this year?
More ways to spread the joy: