Celebrate your Birthday in Style
Birthdays are like seasons—some are welcomed with open arms, and others may take a little warming up to. But really and truly, you should be doing something fun for every milestone you hit because what better excuse is there to get all your favourite people in one room and reminisce about the past year (or years) you’ve spent together? When you were a kid, it was so easy to pick a favourite theme or place to host your party. There was the dance studio party, the circus theme party, the Discovery Zone party. As we got older, the themes tended to dwindle, and it became “Meet me at that bar we love!” or “Let’s just all do dinner.” And even if it’s not a particularly special year—aka one of the “big ones”—there’s nothing wrong going all out.
Spa Days
Who doesn’t like to be pampered every now and again – especially on their birthday? Surprise your loved one by bringing the spa to them. Whether you hire a professional masseuse or offer your own services, an evening of relaxation and unwinding is guaranteed to bring a smile to their face. Begin this birthday treat by presenting them with a care package brimming with goodies, designed by some of her favourite brands, decorate the house with candles and incense sticks and play some calming music softly in the background. If you’re unable to be there on her special day, send a spa package in the mail. Fill it with goodies including the likes of bubble bath, sweet-smelling body lotions, a rejuvenating face mask and a bottle of perfume. If you’re unsure of what to put in the package, get a little help from an expert and order online.
Dinner Party
Perhaps an option for the more sophisticated young people out there, a dinner party can be the ideal way to celebrate your birthday quietly with a special group of friends, family or even a love interest. Whether cooking yourself or even hiring a chef, the food is paramount in importance (closely followed by the wine), so make sure it’s perfect. With this option, you would do well to have a backup plan in place should the party meet sudden or unexpected peril, why not head out to a club?
An Outdoor Activity
Want an adventurous birthday? Regardless of where you live, the season, or your level of adventurousness, you can surely find outdoor seasonal activities to do with a group of friends nearby. It’s also a great opportunity to do something you’ve never done before or had always wanted to do. Kayaking, paddleboarding, hiking, clay pigeon shooting, a bike ride, rock climbing, surfing, ice skating, snowshoeing, snow tubing, indoor skydiving (for the very adventurous), rollerblading skiing — the options for outdoor activities are endless.
City Break
Go somewhere you’ve always wanted to go! Whether for a night, a weekend or even longer- a trip away with some friends, your partner or on your lonesome is always refreshing. Whilst the budget comes into play to an extent, something can always be worked out no matter how much you have to spend. Early planning can help you avoid a lot of unnecessary spending later on, as can planning your itinerary down to the finest detail. If you are of the spontaneous variety- it’s probably advisable to accumulate as much cash as possible.
House Party/Summer BBQ
Perhaps the most obvious birthday celebration idea ever, but for a reason. The house party has been with us for a long, long time and offers those who opt for it a familiar surrounding coupled with familiar people and as crazy time as they wish. Whether you go for sophisticated champagne and canapé type affair or loads of booze and a metal band, there is much fun to be had with this option. Another pro is budget, having a house party is one of the cheapest ways to celebrate your 21st Birthday. So, whether you’re a struggling student or just don’t have all that much money to blow, a house party might be the choice for you. Having a barbeque is a less formal dinner party, a group of friends/family, an ice bucket full of extremely cold beer and loads of fresh meat. You will need some music too, in the background of course- just to keep things flowing along nicely. Location is quite important but anywhere outdoors and private will do. Swimming pools win you extra points.
