Christmas Care Package Ireland: What to Send When You Can't Be There
A Christmas care package is a good option when the real gift is not one particular product. It is the feeling of being remembered.
That can matter especially if someone is spending Christmas away from family, living alone, recovering from illness or simply having a difficult December.
What should you put in a Christmas care package?
Choose a few things the recipient can actually use or enjoy over Christmas.
- a book
- chocolate, biscuits or another favourite treat
- a candle or home fragrance
- hand cream or skincare
- cosy socks
- hot chocolate, tea or coffee
- a small Christmas decoration
- a handwritten card
You do not need to include all of them. Three or four well-chosen items can be more effective than filling a box for the sake of it.
Christmas care package for someone living alone
Think about things that make a quiet evening feel better: something to read, something nice to eat and one comfort item for the home.
A personal message is particularly important here. The package should feel like it came from a person, not a warehouse.
Christmas care package for someone away from home
If a family member or friend cannot come home for Christmas, include things that remind them of home without making the box impractical.
A few Christmas gift ideas
Irish chocolate, a book by an Irish author, a small decoration and a note from home can work particularly well.
Christmas care package for someone having a difficult year
You do not need to force Christmas cheer.
Choose useful comforts and write a simple message telling them you are thinking of them. Avoid creating pressure to respond, celebrate or pretend they are having a wonderful Christmas.
Ready-made care packages if you do not want to build one
If you would rather send a finished gift, the Original Hug in a Box® is a good fit for somebody who needs comfort rather than a very festive present.
For someone who loves reading and quiet evenings, the Night In Gift Hamper combines a new book with chocolate, cosy socks, a candle, hand cream and face balm.
If you want the gift itself to feel unmistakably Christmassy, the Christmas Fireside Gift Hamper adds festive chocolates, a Christmas candle and decorations alongside the book.
Can I send a Christmas care package directly in Ireland?
Yes. You can send a gift directly to the recipient and include your personal message.
If you are ordering early from The Book Resort, choose a later shipping date in the cart and we will hold the order until then.
Create your own Christmas care package
If you know what the recipient likes, building the package yourself is often the best option.
Start with one main item, add two or three smaller comforts and finish with your message.
Create your own Christmas gift hamper or browse Christmas gifts.
