What could be worse than seeing disappointed faces on Christmas Eve? Those hand-crocheted socks are no longer appealing, nor is the movie voucher, which, after the holidays, joins the others from previous years in the bottom drawer of your desk.
But luckily, there are innovative startups that give you the opportunity to impress with your creativity and ingenuity when it comes to gift-giving. The goose tastes twice as good. We've put together a small selection of ways you can make your loved ones happy this year.
Sport, nutrition and enjoyment
3Bears
With the Christmas holidays come the extra pounds, which in turn trigger the famous New Year's resolutions. These usually include a healthier diet. But by mid-January, it's already boring to have cereal, fruit, and the like on the menu. 3Bears with their new porridge creations they offer a welcome change and show that breakfast can be delicious AND healthy.
absurd
Of course, another aspect of New Year's resolutions goes hand in hand with good nutrition: exercise. Maintaining motivation here is probably the biggest challenge. absurd with “Personal Training for every budget”.
Auroco
If you want to reach the top in sports, Auroco On the safe side. The startup has developed the EPIC (Electronic Partner for Individual Climbing). This is the world's first fully automatic climbing belay system, allowing athletes to climb risk-free without a belay partner.
Score with individuality
FITrate
Probably the most varied sports offer FITrateWith their subscription, you don't have to commit to a specific sport, gym, or anything similar, but can organize your physical activities flexibly. This guarantees that your training schedule won't get boring. Another plus point if you ever lose motivation: the subscription can be canceled monthly.
Skoobe
But it doesn't always have to be sports. A good book is always a nice gift. But when it comes to choosing exactly one, we quickly reach our limits: Will the recipient like the book? Does it perhaps already sit on their shelf? So a relaxed trip to the bookstore quickly turns into a sweaty ordeal, and whether you were really right with your decision, you will most likely never know. That's why you should perhaps try Skoobe Try it out. Here you'll find an enormous selection of eBooks. There should be something for every taste.
FLSK
During the cold winter months, it never hurts to have a warm drink with you when you're out and about. FLSK promises to be the ultimate drinking bottle. Your tea or coffee stays hot for a whopping 18 hours. But during the warmer seasons, your FLSK doesn't have to gather dust in the kitchen cupboard. It also keeps soft drinks ice cold, and according to the manufacturer, for up to 24 hours. And last but not least, this great piece also looks quite stylish.
My Chocolate World
Chocolate is always good and, above all, makes you happy! My Chocolate World You have the opportunity to add a personal touch to your delicious gift. A personalized chocolate gift—what more could you want?
Mix My Shampoo
Tired of standard bathroom products? No problem: Mix My Shampoo You can create up to two billion different shampoo shades. Nothing is left to be desired. And it's vegan, too.
My Dear Instruments
If you haven't learned an instrument as a child, it's already too late. Nonsense! The founders of the online platform My Dear Instruments have developed a concept that allows users to master an instrument in a short time, tailored to their preferred learning style, musical style, tempo, and goal – theory and music reading are secondary for now. So, just give it a try, and maybe you'll be playing a serenade for your loved ones next Christmas.
We hope we were able to provide some good suggestions for your Christmas shopping this year and wish everyone a happy holiday season.
