{"id":291031,"date":"2017-03-20T14:50:20","date_gmt":"2017-03-20T14:50:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.intouchrugby.com\/magazine\/?p=291031"},"modified":"2020-10-25T14:58:16","modified_gmt":"2020-10-25T14:58:16","slug":"inspiration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intouchrugby.com\/magazine\/inspiration\/","title":{"rendered":"Mother’s Day gift inspiration from Buyagift.com ! Includes Breast Cancer Care Donation Item!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Mother’s Day gift inspiration from Buyagift.com<\/a> !<\/h3>\n

Smartbox by Buyagift<\/strong><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re not sure what to get for your Mum, or simply want to make sure she will love the gift that you give her, Smartbox by Buyagift will give her hundreds of choices in locations all across the UK! Your Mum is sure to find something that suits her perfectly.<\/p>\n

Pamper Treat \u2013 Smartbox by Buyagift, only \u00a329.99<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Sometimes a Mum just needs to take some time out and enjoy some peace and tranquillity. We\u2019ve got the answer for her as we\u2019ve scoured high and low to compile a truly fantastic list of our most luxurious pamper treat experiences that are sure to make her look and feel gorgeous. Featuring a selection of over 120 Relaxing Spa Day and Beauty Treatment experiences, we\u2019ve got her covered. From soothing spa days at top-class London retreats, to grooming experiences and hair styling at renowned salons, there truly is something for every Mum.<\/p>\n

Superwoman – Smartbox by Buyagift, only \u00a349.99<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Struggling to find the perfect gift for Mum? Well fear not \u2013 we\u2019ve saved you all the hassle as we have handpicked a fantastic selection of over 1000 Afternoon Teas, Spa Days and Adrenaline Adventures for her to choose from! We\u2019ve compiled a selection that is sure to suit every taste from luxurious,relaxing spa days, to delightfully decadent and quintessentially British afternoon teas and delicious gourmet cuisine at high-end restaurants. Whether she loves being pampered, appreciates the succulent tastes of fine dining or gets her thrills from adrenaline-pumping days out, you\u2019re sure to find the ultimate gift for her to enjoy.<\/p>\n

Afternoon Tea with Bubbles – Smartbox by Buyagift, only \u00a349.99<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Sumptuous sandwiches, moreish cakes and tantalising homemade scones make for a sweet enough treat, but combine this with a tall glass of fizzing bubbles and you have the ultimate afternoon tea treat. Mum and her guest of choice will be able to choose the location to suit them from the many UK wide options. Relish a taste of the high life at the Hilton, indulge in chocolatey goodness at Hotel Chocolat or enjoy a quaint and traditional experience in a countryside inn.<\/p>\n

Two Night Memorable Minibreak – Smartbox by Buyagift, only \u00a3139.99<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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We all know that everyone could use a relaxing getaway from time to time and that planning it can be just as stressful as every other aspect of life \u2013 but it doesn\u2019t have to be! With this fantastic gift, you can leave it to the experts; we\u2019ve scoured high and low to compile a spectacular selection of some of the best weekend escapes to suit every Mum\u2019s taste. With over 200 incredible two-night getaways across the UK including everything from picturesque countryside retreats to vibrant city breaks, regardless of whether she\u2019s in the mood for a spot of glamping in a private camping pod, a relaxing break in a charming bed and breakfast, or even a weekend retreat in the luxurious comfort of a beautiful hotel, she\u2019s sure to find herself spoilt for choice!<\/p>\n

For the busy Mum who needs a relaxing pamper day\u2026<\/h3>\n

2 for 1 Heavenly Spa Day with Two Treatments, Was \u00a3110, Now \u00a355<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Big brands, fabulous facilities, and heavenly treatments! With this spa package for two your Mum and her guest can enjoy a pampering treatment each at a Bannatyne Spa, Marriott Spa or Hallmark Hotel. With over 40 locations spread far and wide, she can easily find the perfect venue for her. On top of her relaxing treatment she can take advantage of a full day\u2019s access to spa facilities which include steam rooms, saunas, Jacuzzis, swimming pools, and more!<\/p>\n

2 For 1 Luxury Spa Day at Premium Venues with Treatments and Lunch, Was \u00a3260, Now \u00a3130<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Your Mum can relax with a Decl\u00e9or Vitamin Glow Facial and a glass of fizz at Marriott, relish three express treatments at a Village hotel or enjoy a stunning OPI Manicure at Bannatyne. She and her guest will have a full day to take advantage of the fantastic spa facilities at the location of her choice no matter which of these pampering giants she chooses. She\u2019ll savour a delicious lunch and be pampered with the treatments she has selected in-between dips in the pool and spells in the sauna.<\/p>\n

Luxury Spa Day for Two at a Mercure Hotel, \u00a399<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Discover a world of indulgence with this luxurious spa day for two at one of the stunning Mercure Spas across the UK. Each luxury spa boasts top-of-the-range treatments and contemporary facilities that make for an unforgettable day of pampering. Mum and her guest will enjoy two treatments lasting 25 minutes each, choosing the discovery facial, tranquillity scalp massage, cleansing and purifying back treatment, essential back massage and perfect legs. Once she\u2019s feeling revived and de-stressed she will be free to enjoy access to the spa\u2019s facilities which include swimming pools and fitness centres. Whether she\u2019s worked up a sweat at the gym or taken a dip in the pool, she\u2019ll surely fancy a bite to eat afterwards. A delicious light lunch will be served to her and her guest so she can really end the day in style!<\/p>\n

For the Mum who fancies a weekend break\u2026<\/h3>\n

Overnight Relaxation Break for Two, \u00a3129<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Everyone deserves a break from time to time, and this sensational relaxation voucher offers you the chance to give your Mum a flexible present for Mother\u2019s Day. Options for this overnight spa break include boutique getaways, historic halls and peaceful countryside retreats; each hotel boasts luxurious spa and leisure facilities where she and a guest can work up a sweat in the gym or let hot bubbling water massage aching muscles. This package is valid for 10 months and includes a night\u2019s sleep in a stylish room as well as spa access and breakfast in the morning.<\/p>\n

Unusual Escapes Choice Voucher, \u00a389<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Give the gift of a refreshing break for two to a Mum who likes her holidays a little out of the ordinary! She can use this voucher to join the glamping craze, and stay in a timber yurt, pod, or hobbit hut, for a luxury camping experience without the stress of carrying and putting up a tent. There is a guest house in the stunning Brecon Beacons, a converted 19th-centruy schoolhouse, and several remote farm-stays to choose from. And if she doesn\u2019t want to take her wellies along, perhaps she\u2019d prefer a compact yet luxurious yacht-style cabin room, in the very heart of Birmingham. Weird and wonderful explorations await, as well as a few options that are a bit more sensible, in case she\u2019d just like a lovely luxury break!<\/p>\n

Two Night Hotel Break with Dinner, Was \u00a3250, Now \u00a3149.99<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Everyone needs a change of scenery now and again. Treat your Mum and her guest of choice to a hotel break with this flexible ten month voucher for two nights, in some of the country\u2019s most popular destinations. She\u2019ll be able to select her mini break location from specially selected hotels across the UK. Whether she wants to explore an exciting new city, or spend a couple of days getting away from it all in the countryside, she\u2019s sure to find a place that ticks all the boxes. The generous offer includes a delicious two-course dinner for them both to enjoy on the first night. Breakfast is also provided for each in the mornings, to set her up for a day of exploring, relaxing, or whatever she fancies as she savours two nights away from life\u2019s stresses.<\/p>\n

For the Mum who wants to live like a Queen\u2026<\/h3>\n

Buckingham Palace Queen\u2019s Gallery with 4 Course Michelin Meal and Bubbles for Two, \u00a389<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Your Mum will take a step back in time with entry for two to The Queen\u2019s Gallery at Buckingham Palace followed by a delicious meal. She\u2019ll begin by exploring the gallery, a truly stunning setting for up to 450 incredible artworks and artefacts at any one time, ever-changing yet all from the exquisite Royal Collection. Marvel at portraits of monarchs past, delight in renaissance pieces and compare today\u2019s fashions with furniture from the Georgian era, and once she\u2019s seen the collection, it\u2019s time to head to London\u2019s vibrant Soho and step into the relaxed surroundings of the chic Latium restaurant for a delectable four course meal, accompanied by a chilled glass of champagne \u2013 the perfect way to round off a day in the capital!<\/p>\n

Bateaux Dinner Cruise on the Thames for Two \u2013 Special Offer, \u00a3125<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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In the majestic glass-roofed cruiser, Mum will begin a sumptuous and relaxing cruise down the Thames, one of the best known rivers in the World. From Shakespeare’s Globe to the Thames Barrier, she\u2019ll see hundreds of years of history come to life as she enjoys superb fine dining with the backdrop of the moving London skyline, all to the sound of the fantastic house band.<\/p>\n

2 for 1 Thames Cruise with Afternoon Tea for Two, \u00a331<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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This wonderful experience for two gives Mum the chance to cruise along the River Thames whilst tucking into a delicious afternoon tea with her guest \u2013 a truly civilised way to pass the afternoon! She\u2019ll be able to take in stunning sights of some of London\u2019s most famous, historic and impressive landmarks as she floats gently along the magnificent Thames.<\/p>\n

View From The Shard and Dinner with Fizz at Marco Pierre White\u2019s New York Italian, \u00a399<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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A three course meal with prosecco at Marco\u2019s New York Italian just moments away from the spectacular View from the Shard is sure to satisfy Mum\u2019s taste buds thanks to a varied set menu of fresh and tasty food made from high quality ingredients. If her appetite for adventure is still going strong after the meal, a trip up the tallest building in Europe is just the ticket! The View from The Shard offers a truly spectacular view across the capital, boasting a 360 degree panorama with 40 miles of visibility on a clear day. She and her guest will have the best seat in the house as they ascend to the observation deck of this incredible building in a high-speed ‘kaleidoscopic’ lift, reaching up to 800ft above the city!<\/p>\n

Afternoon Tea for Two at Harrods’ Georgian Restaurant, \u00a388<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Harrods is an iconic London institution and its Georgian Restaurant has been satisfying customers since 1913. Recently refurbished, the decor combines the elegance of 1920s and 30s fine dining with modern elements. Your Mum will be treated like royalty from the moment she enters with this exceptional afternoon tea for two. You will be met by staff and seated at an impeccable table before being served a luxurious version of the quintessentially British treat. The delicious food will be accompanied by unlimited loose-leaf tea of your choice, taken from Harrods’ extensive menu including the finest teas from around the world; each blend on offer has been specially selected by Harrods’ tea experts.<\/p>\n

For the Mum who likes to get outdoors\u2026<\/h3>\n

Vineyard Tour and Tasting with Lunch or Afternoon Tea for Two Special Offer, \u00a349<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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This unique and fascinating tour takes you all the way through the wine making process to the most important part – the tasting. Mum and her guest will begin in the vineyard, where they will see the seeds being planted and learn how they \u201ctrain\u201d the vines and harvest the perfectly ripe grapes. The expert guide will then take them to the winery. Here she will be navigated through the wine-making method, watching the grapes come in and seeing how the fermentation process works before the finished product is bottled for sale. Then comes the very special experience of sampling the vineyard\u2019s wines right there on site, before she is treated to a delicious lunch or indulgent afternoon tea to soak it all up. Available at five locations across England, this tour is a wonderful opportunity to discover the beauty and elegance of English wines.<\/p>\n

Champagne Balloon Flight for Two, \u00a3198<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Get your Mum the experience of an elegant and tranquil flight with this fantastic ride over the stunning British countryside. She and a friend will reach a height of 2000 feet as they soar over a beautiful location of her choice in the early hours of the morning. She will be amazed by the mesmerising sunrise, valleys, quaint villages and endless fields below \u2013 remind her to bring her camera as she\u2019ll most likely want to capture these moments forever! Before departure, she\u2019ll prepare the balloon for flight with the assistance of other members in your group. Then it\u2019s up, up and away into the serene sky for an hour ride with a glass of champagne!<\/p>\n

RHS Gift Membership, \u00a359<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Give a magical gift that grows all year with RHS Gift membership. Your Mum will enjoy a year of great days out at over 175 gardens across the UK, including the four RHS Gardens where she can bring a family guest (or two children) for free each time she visits. Plus, she\u2019ll enjoy discounted tickets to RHS shows (including RHS Chelsea Flower Show), free events at RHS Gardens, personalised gardening advice and a subscription to The Garden monthly magazine. Gift membership comes ready to give in a luxury pack, with two packets of seeds, a set of six luxury postcards, vouchers for a free RHS tote bag, and \u00a35 to spend at RHS Gardens. It\u2019s the perfect gift this Mother\u2019s Day.<\/p>\n

For the Mum who likes chocolate with her afternoon tea\u2026<\/h3>\n

Chocoholic Afternoon Tea for Two at The London Hilton Park Lane, Was \u00a372, Now \u00a349<\/strong><\/p>\n

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This is a truly out-of-the-ordinary indulgent treat for Mum and a guest! The Podium Restaurant\u2019s Executive Chef has created a sumptuous version of afternoon tea that ticks all the chocolate boxes. In addition to superior teas, exclusively blended by Harney and Sons for Hilton Hotels, she will devour delicious sandwiches, chocolate chip scones with praline spread and melt-in-the-mouth pastries. Then comes the main event for any chocolate lover \u2013 a selection of beautifully-crafted and delicious chocolate fancies, served on an edible chocolate plate!<\/p>\n

Sparkling Chocolate Afternoon Tea for Two at Hotel Chocolat, \u00a343.90<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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A mouth-watering indulgent chocolatey twist on traditional afternoon tea awaits you and your Mum! Choose from two of Hotel Chocolat\u2019s wonderful restaurants, including Hotel Chocolat\u2019s Rabot 1745 in Borough Market and Hotel Chocolat\u2019s Roast and Conch in Leeds. Allow your taste-buds to experience a haven of sweet, rich, velvety goodness during an amazingly unusual day out! Dine on a selection of delicious sandwiches, scrumptious scones, beautiful brownies and banana bread whilst being served the finest selection of smooth and creamy Hotel Chocolat chocolates and sipping on your choice of tea, coffee, hot chocolate or special Hotel Chocolat cocoa infusion. A truly incredible way to spend time together!<\/p>\n

For the foodie Mum\u2026<\/h3>\n

Unlimited Champagne Afternoon Tea for Two at 5* Grosvenor House, Park Lane, only \u00a389<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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What better way for Mum to indulge in Champagne afternoon tea than in complete style and luxury! Grosvenor House Hotel, with its tranquil atmosphere and elegant interiors, offers everything you\u2019d expect from a 5-Star hotel in the heart of London. Welcoming and attentive staff will have a quintessential British feast prepared especially for her in The Park Room, boasting stunning views overlooking Hyde Park and set in a typically British stately home environment. She\u2019ll sample a selection of delicate finger sandwiches, warm scones with preserves, scrumptious cakes and pastries. This is all topped off perfectly with bottomless Champagne \u2013 perfect for toasting a special occasion like Mother\u2019s Day!<\/p>\n

Three Courses and Champagne for Two at Galvin at The Athenaeum Hotel, Mayfair, Was \u00a3105, Now \u00a349<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Mum will enjoy a fabulous fine dining experience with someone special in the elegant surroundings of Galvin at the 5-Star Athenaeum Hotel in London’s fashionable Mayfair. She\u2019ll settle into the sophisticated atmosphere as she\u2019s treated to three delicious dishes from an alluring set menu, accompanied by a crisp, chilled glass of champagne. From duck liver parfait, red onion marmalade and brioche to risotto of Dorset scallops, courgettes and tarragon, her taste buds are sure to be tantalised.<\/p>\n

Three Course Meal with Bottle of Wine for Two at Prezzo, \u00a347<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Prezzo serve tasty starters, great pizzas and pastas, and gorgeously sinful desserts. Mum and her guest will enjoy all three from a set menu, and a whole bottle of wine to share, with this great package. Ingredients are fresh and seasonal \u2013 many sourced directly from Italy. Perhaps she\u2019ll enjoy classic calamari to start with, a mouth-watering prosciutto and mushroom pizza for her main, and irresistible tiramisu to finish. Vegetarians are catered for, and there are even lighter options for those following a bikini diet. She may dine at the lunch or dinner sitting at a choice of over 200 locations, so the voucher is fully flexible. Get it while it\u2019s hot!<\/p>\n

Cookery Class Choice Voucher for One, \u00a389<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Whether your Mum \u2018can\u2019t cook, won\u2019t cook\u2019, or is looking to expand her already impressive repertoire of culinary successes, this flexible voucher allows her to choose the perfect cooking course! She can try her hand at African or Indian cuisine, learn to create the ultimate pub snack of an artisan pork pie and piccalilli or learn to smoke her own meat and fish. With a wide choice, there\u2019s something for every Mum.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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