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THE BEST VIRTUAL GIFTS FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST

By Lauren Ro and Jenna Milliner-Waddell
POV: You’re taking a Zoom dance class through the Ailey Extension. Photo:
Retailer

The last two years of living and working at home have led to a renaissance in
immersive digital classes and experiences that can be delivered with the click
of a button and enjoyed right at home. This means that as shipping deadlines for
guaranteed Christmas delivery continue to pass us by, you can still get everyone
on your list a unique gift.  

Some of these offerings are one-on-one, allowing for a truly tailored
experience, while others are group classes that still take place in the privacy
of your home. A few even include supplies (like wine or cheese) that make the
experiences even more immersive. All of these virtual gifts are delivered
digitally, so you don’t have to worry about them arriving late. It’s just as
easy as sending an e-gift card, but a little more personal. Below, we’ve rounded
up 36 giftable digital experiences for everyone on your list, from the home chef
looking to expand their repertoire to the musician trying to brush up on their
skills.




Food and Drink | Fitness and Wellness | Classes | Activities


VIRTUAL FOOD AND DRINK GIFTS


FOR YOUR FRIEND WHO ALWAYS PULLS OVER WHEN THE LIGHT IS ON AT KRISPY KREME

Doughnuttery Virtual Doughnut Making Class
$30

If hot and fresh doughnuts are what they’re after, gift them a private
doughnut-making class taught by the founder of New York-based shop Doughnuttery,
Evan Feldman. The class is charged per person — $69 each — and each participant
gets their own DIY Doughnut Kit, which contains one pound of doughnut mix, a
reusable doughnut depositor, and four Doughnuttery donut sugars. (If you want
extra doughnuts after the class, you can also order their doughnut kit on
Amazon.)

$30 at Amazon
Buy



FOR THE PERSON WHO JUST LEARNED WHAT A BLOOMY RIND IS

Murray’s Virtual Cheese Events
From $75

For the person who’s been pinning nothing but charcuterie boards, a tasting
package from New York City’s Murray’s Cheeses will bring their Pinterest dreams
to life. The iconic shop offers virtual tastings via Eventbrite that cover
everything from a beer-and-cheese pairing to an Italian-pairing cheese plate.
Murray’s also offers a couple of holiday-specific events that you should sign up
for sooner rather than later, as they tend to fill up fast. Once you place your
order through Eventbrite, a shipment of cheeses for the class will be sent to
your giftee prior to the date. Then, on the day of, all they need to do is tune
in via the provided link.

From $75 at Eventbrite
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FOR THE PERSON WHO JUST LEARNED WHAT TERROIR MEANS

Priority Wine Pass Virtual Wine Tasting
From $75

Just because they might not be able to visit their favorite winery right now
doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy the same sort of intimate tasting experience a
vineyard can provide. Priority Wine’s virtual tastings promise “no crowded Zoom
calls with people you don’t know,” and allow you to choose bottles from nine
participating wineries in Napa Valley, Oregon, and Virginia. To book, you just
choose a package of wines to order directly from a vineyard, then schedule a
tasting where your giftee can sip through their selections once they arrive.
There are dozens of tasting packages to choose from, all of which are start at
$75 a shipment.

From $75 at Priority Wine Pass
Buy


FOR THE PERSON WHO WANTS TO LEARN A NEW RECIPE (OR TWO)

The Chef & The Dish Cooking Classes
From $299

Even if travel is off the menu, the Chef & the Dish’s one-on-one virtual cooking
classes will still allow them to take a culinary adventure from the comfort of
his own kitchen. Led by chefs from Spain, Japan, Thailand, Hungary, Italy,
Brazil, Turkey, Vietnam, and the U.S., the classes will give the foodie on your
list an opportunity to whip up an authentic regional dish made under the
guidance of a local-to-that-country teacher. Classes are held via Skype and cost
$299 for a two and a half–hour cooking session (for two people) that typically
yields three courses. The cost also includes a shopping list (that they’ll have
to check off themselves) as well as access to a personal kitchen assistant to
help set up and answer any questions in advance of the class. If your giftee
wants to share their experience with more than one other person in the lesson,
you can add up to two more (for a total of four) for $50 a person.

From $299 at The Chef & The Dish
Buy




FOR THE PERSON WHO WANTS TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE INDUSTRY

Delicious Experiences Pastel de Nata - Portuguese Custard Tart
From $125

If their interests go beyond cuisine, Delicious Experiences offer lessons on
just about every aspect of the culinary world. You can take a class on food
styling and photography or learn how to be a food writer from award-winning
author Dianne Jacob. There are also more traditional classes like fresh
pasta-making and cake decorating, too. You can gift a specific class, and your
recipient will be able to coordinate with a chef to make the lesson even more
personalized and receive a shopping list ahead of time so they’re prepared. On
the day of the lesson they’ll be able to connect up to two screens, and more
access can be permitted at fee. If you’d rather leave it all up to them, you can
also purchase a gift card. Classes start at around $125 (and can be over
$1,000).

From $125 at Delicious Experiences
Buy



VIRTUAL FITNESS AND WELLNESS GIFTS


FOR YOUR COUSIN WHO DOESN’T LIVE NEAR AN ALO STUDIO

Alo Moves
From $120

If they love Alo leggings but don’t live near an Alo Studio where they can take
classes IRL, a membership to Alo Moves, their online studio, is the perfect
gift. It gives them access to thousands of on-demand classes and live ones. They
offer yoga classes, HIIT, meditation, and even skills-based classes, where they
can learn to do inversions and backbends. Gift memberships are available in 6-
and 12-month durations, starting at $120.

From $120 at Alo Moves
Buy



FOR THE PERSON WHO DOESN’T HAVE TIME FOR MULTIPLE WORKOUTS A DAY

Salt Drop
From $65

No worries, they’ll get a mix of pilates, yoga, and cardio all in one 60-minute
Salt Drop class they can stream from their living room. The digital studio,
started by former Barre3 instructor Dino Malvone, offers on-demand classes as
well as daily livestreams for $65 a month. You can gift as many months as your
heart desires up to a year.

From $65 at SaltDrop
Buy




FOR YOUR GOOPIEST FRIENDS

Doing Well Subscription
$12

Health coach Daphne Javitch recently launched a monthly-subscription version of
the wellness-focused content she posts on her Doing Well Instagram
account. While you can still enjoy videos for free on the ’gram, “there’s more
of it here, and it’s nice to have it all in one place and on a less chaotic
platform,” says Strategist senior editor Simone Kitchens. The subscription will
give you access to exclusive content, easy recipes, guidance videos, and content
from guest contributors like Michelle Williams and Dev Hynes. This is perfect
for your friend who goes all-in on wellness.

$12 at Doing Well
Buy


FOR THE PERSON CONCERNED ABOUT THEIR HEALTH FROM THE INSIDE OUT

The Floss Membership
$38

Founded by Bonnie Crotzer, a yoga teacher you can find at Sky Ting, this
practice is all about flossing your fascia. This gift will be appreciated by
someone who doesn’t need an explanation of what all of that means, but if that’s
not you, here’s the TL;DR: Fascia is the body’s connective tissue, and flossing
is the act of working it out. It can help relieve joint pain and improve your
immune system and digestive health. A membership to the Floss gives you access
to over 50 on-demand videos, weekly live classes, and you’ll be notified first
about discounts, launches, and special events. Kitchens is a big fan of this as
well and says it feels amazing, noting, “I’ve taken both in-person and on Zoom,
and you just feel incredible afterward.”

$38 at The Floss
Buy



FOR THE PERSON WHO WANTS TO WORKOUT FOR THE FIRST TIME

Fyt Virtual Training Session
From $100
Photo: FYT

As with a private language tutor, having a personal trainer can make all the
difference if dad is committed to the idea of working out, but struggling with
the execution. Fyt, which connects people with local personal trainers, now
offers virtual one-on-one training sessions with instructors — so if dad’s
getting tired of relying on YouTube workout videos or coming up with his own
regimen, he can let someone else encourage him — or yell at him — to get that
extra rep in. Gift cards start at $100, and pricing per session starts at just
$29.

From $100 at Fyt
Buy




FOR THE PERSON TRYING TO GET BACK INTO A ROUTINE

Obé Fitness
From $19

If they’re already someone who works out and is looking for a little structure,
Obé Fitness offers more than 4,000 on-demand and 100 live weekly classes across
multiple practices, including yoga, pilates, cardio boxing, HIIT, and more. Each
class is 28 minutes long and requires no equipment beyond a mat, though if they
want more of a challenge, they can incorporate resistance bands, weights, and
sliders.

From $19 at Obe Fitness
Buy


FOR THE DAD WHO’S PELOTON-CURIOUS

Peloton Digital Membership
$13

If you’re not looking to drop thousands of dollars to give the gift of a Peloton
bike, this membership will allow them to work out with the brand’s trainers, who
lead classes on the Peloton app and require none of the pricey gear. The classes
— which can be streamed on demand from a phone, tablet, or TV — are broken into
more than ten different disciplines, including outdoor running, strength
training, yoga, cycling, and boot camp. Monthly memberships start at $13/month,
after a 30-day free-trial period.

$13 at Peloton
Buy


FOR THE PERSON WHO NEEDS TO LET IT ALL OUT

The Class by Taryn Toomey Digital Studio
From $40

If they’re interested in a less traditional workout, the Class by Taryn Toomey
is certainly that. This exercise program has developed a bit of a cult following
not only because of its celebrity clientele (Jennifer Aniston and Gisele
Bündchen are fans) but also because of its unusual methods. It’s a music-driven
workout that aims to cleanse the physical, emotional, and spiritual, and primal
screaming is encouraged. For $40 a month, or $400 a year, they get access to a
robust schedule of livestream classes. On most weekdays, 11 classes are streamed
from 7:15 a.m. to 9 p.m.

From $40 at Taryn Toomey
Buy





FOR THE PERSON WHO MISSES THEIR MASSEUSE

Stretch*d Virtual Session
From $40

It’s not the same experience as getting a massage, or even going into a
Stretch*d studio in person, where they provide assisted stretching services, but
the company’s virtual one-on-one class is perfect for anyone on your list
experiencing pandemic stress or makeshift-WFH-desk-related soreness. For $40,
they’ll get a 30-minute private session with demonstrations for customized
stretches they can do on their own, with what they have.

From $40 at Stretch*d
Buy


FOR YOUR FRIEND WHO ALWAYS TALKS ABOUT THEIR GLORY DAYS A DANCER

Ailey Extension
From $15

Help them back into the groove with an online dance class at the Alvin Ailey
American Dance Theater’s Ailey Extension, which offers all-level dance classes
in-person and online. They’ll have their choice of Afro-Cuban, Ballet, Hip-Hop,
and Capoeira classes just to name a few, available all through Zoom. Single
classes cost $15, but we recommend gifting them a five-class pack for $70 or a
ten-class pack for $120 so they can try out a few different options.

From $15 at Alvin Ailey Extension
Buy


FOR THE SKIN-CARE FANATIC WHO HAS MASTERED EVERY YOUTUBE TUTORIAL

FaceGym Online Classes
From $15

In-studio FaceGym trainers work out your muscles to basically give you a
non-invasive face lift. They use targeted movements to stimulate blood
circulation, collagen production, and cell renewal. At home, they teach you how
to do it yourself. They host online classes daily, and each one has a different
focus, ranging from a power lift to a 30-minute Full Fact HIIT. There are single
classes for $15 each, as well as a 30-day unlimited class pass for $75. (And if
you want to be extra thoughtful, pair the virtual class with some FaceGym tools
so they are armed and ready for their workout.)

From $15 at FaceGym
Buy




VIRTUAL LEARNING GIFTS


FOR THE FRIEND WHO WANTS TO SEE THE FUTURE

The Strology 60-Minute Astrology Reading
From $220

If they’re obsessed with TikTok tarot readings on their “For You” page, then
they’ll love getting a personalized reading with astrologer Kirah Tabourn. She
has a few different offerings, but this one-hour session will let them explore
whatever’s on their mind and get a look at what’s in store over the next few
months.

From $220 at The Strology
Buy



FOR THE PERSON WHO SPENT TOO MUCH TIME LOOKING AT OLD FAMILY PHOTOS IN LOCKDOWN

Ancestry Membership
$99 now 20% off
From $79

An Ancestry membership is a thoughtful gift to give someone looking to learn
more about their family tree. And there are different tiers. The U.S. Discovery
membership will allow them to explore their roots across the 50 states, World
Explorer will give them access to records from more than 80 countries, and an
All Access membership means they will be able to search Ancestry records as well
as military records on Fold3 and articles on Newspapers.com. You can give either
a six-month or yearlong membership starting at $99.

From $79 at Ancestry
Buy


FOR THE PERSON WHO OVERESTIMATED THEIR GREEN THUMB

Planta App
From $8

If they are in over their head trying to care for all the pandemic plants they
bought, paying for their Planta subscription would be a welcomed gesture. The
app, which costs $7.99 a month or $35.99 for the year, will help them keep track
of when to water, fertilize, mist, clean, and re-pot their plants. The in-app
scanner can help identify plants, and Dr. Planta can even diagnose any issues
and help them figure out a treatment plan.

From $8 at Planta
Buy




FOR THE PERSON WHO MISSES THEIR COLLEGE DAYS FOR THE ELECTIVES

The Greatest Courses Plus
$45 now 33% off
From $30
Photo: retailer

With the Greatest Courses from Wondrium, which streams thousands of lessons on
courses on hundreds of subjects, your giftee is sure to find just about anything
they might be interested in, from a course on the science of cooking, to how
music and math relate, to travel photography taught by a National Geographic
photographer. You can gift a three-, six-, or 12-month plan starting at $45.

From $30 at The Greatest Courses Plus
Buy


FOR THE PERSON WHO MISSES THEIR COLLEGE DAYS FOR THE CORE CURRICULUM

Coursera
From $39
Photo: retailer

While the Greatest Courses partners with organizations like National Geographic,
the Smithsonian, and the Mayo Clinic, Coursera collaborates with top
universities and companies like Stanford, the University of Pennsylvania, and
IBM to bring on-demand academic lessons home. Priced as low as $39 (with most
costing closer to $49), courses are typically four to six weeks long and include
homework exercises, discussion forums, quizzes, projects, and a certificate of
completion. Many courses, like the Science of Well-Being taught by a Yale
psychology professor, are also free to enroll in, but free courses do not result
in certificates of completion. (There’s also the option to enroll in Coursera
Plus for $399 a year, which gets you unlimited access to over 3,000 courses,
specializations, and professional certificates.) If your giftee needs some help
wading through all the classes, they can head here for more recommendations.

From $39 at Coursera
Buy



FOR THE PERSON WHO WILL ONLY TAKE CLASSES LED BY CERTAIN INSTRUCTORS

MasterClass Subscription
$180

If they’re particular about where they get their information from, they might
like the lessons from MasterClass, which are all taught by famous people with
bold-faced names who excel in their given subject matter. For $180, they’ll get
an annual membership with access to all of the platform’s 82 classes, so they
can bop between a lesson on comedy taught by Steve Martin, the art of
negotiation by Chris Voss, and a gardening how-to taught by Ron Finley — all of
which come recommended by MasterClass students.

$180 at MasterClass
Buy




FOR THE PERSON WHO ALREADY HAS A MASTERCLASS SUBSCRIPTION

Intro
From $55
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Think of Intro as a cross between Cameo and Masterclass. It puts you
face-to-face with celebrity experts who can give you personalized advice. You
can pick the perfect expert and book a one-on-one session with them. Your friend
who wants to start a business might appreciate a call with Reddit co-founder
Alexis Ohanian, or your newly engaged sister might want to meet with
event-planner-to-the-stars Mindy Weiss, or the new homeowner in your life might
want Nate Berkus to help them decorate. Sessions start at 15 minutes for $55 and
increase depending on the expert and length of the meeting.

From $55 at Intro
Buy


FOR THE PERSON WHO WANTS TO LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE (AND MAKE A NEW FRIEND)

Italki
From $6

There are plenty of language-learning apps out there, but there’s something
about learning face-to-face — even if done virtually — that can be more helpful
than just words alone on a screen. At least that’s what folks who’ve learned
languages using Italki have told us of the service, which connects prospective
students with more than 10,000 native-speaker teachers for private language
lessons in over 130 languages. At this point, they have enough time to learn
something new before they head out on an international trip again — and
potentially make a new friend (and someone to visit) in the process. They can
use filters to find available tutors based on location and what other languages
they speak, then choose their instructor according to schedule and rate, which
starts as low as $6 per hour.

From $6 at Italki
Buy


VIRTUAL ACTIVITY GIFTS


FOR YOUR GAMER BOYFRIEND WHO WANTS TO PLAY ON THE GO

Apple Arcade
$50

Get them a subscription service like Apple Arcade. Andrew Webster, games editor
at the Verge, recommended it to us when we were looking for gifts for gamers.
Instead of a random game you might find in the app store, the games in the
arcade are high-quality games and offer a more streamlined gaming experience. “I
honestly find myself reaching more for my phone when it comes to playing games,”
says Sophie Orchard, a gaming YouTuber. “Right now, there is a much larger
variety of games for mobile. It’s more convenient to carry around (even if you
are just carrying it around your house at the moment). And let’s be honest, it’s
much nicer on your wallet.” The arcade is $4.99 a month, so loading up a digital
Apple gift card will get them one step closer to playing.

$50 at Amazon
Buy
$50 at Apple
Buy





FOR YOUR FRIEND IN A LONG-DISTANCE RELATIONSHIP

Hinge Virtual Date Night Kit
$30

If you’re in a long-distance relationship (yes, Harlem to Brooklyn counts)
you’ve probably had your fair share of FaceTime dates. Spice up your next one
with this virtual date night kit from Hinge. The dating app partnered with
Uncommon Goods on a cocktail-making kit, so you can actually “go out” for drinks
on a first date no matter where you are. The kit includes the basics for making
cocktails (minus the spirits), date-night recipes, and a list of conversation
starters since a Zoom date can be a little awkward. Each person gets their own
kit. After you buy this one you’ll receive a redemption code valid for a second
kit, and you’ll just have to pay to ship it. The kit makes eight drinks, so if
things go well, you should have enough for a first, second, and third date.

$30 at Uncommon Goods
Buy


FOR THE PERSON WHO DOESN’T KNOW WHAT THEY WANT TO DO

Craftsy
$80

If they’re not sure what their next hobby will be, a few hours on Craftsy should
get their wheels spinning. This year-long membership will give them access to
1,500 classes where they can learn a number of different crafts in 20 different
categories: The class library spans from sewing to knitting to painting to
baking. They’ll also have access to experts and exclusive livestream events.

$80 at Craftsy
Buy


FOR THE ULTIMATE STAN

Cameo
From $5
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If you’re looking to get them something they’ll never forget — or give away or
re-gift — Cameo is the place to go. From here, you’ll be able to send them a
personalized video message from their favorite celebrity, wishing them a happy
holiday, happy birthday, or sending a big congratulations. Some celebs even
offer chat sessions and Zoom calls so you can have a real conversation. Prices
vary based on the celebrity. A Floyd Mayweather Cameo will cost $15,000, while a
video from Taryn Manning, who played Pennsatucky on Orange Is the New Black, is
just $33. It’s important to note that some celebrities can take multiple days to
respond to a request, but there are several who can turn your video around in a
day. If you are pressed for time, Sex & The City’s Mario Cantone, Carole Baskin
from Tiger King, and Phaedra Parks from The Real Housewives of Atlanta are all
offering one-day delivery.

From $5 at Cameo
Buy




FOR THE PERSON MORE OBSESSED WITH THEIR FAMILY THAN CELEBRITIES

Tribute
From $29

If they’d rather receive a message from family and friends, Tribute makes that
easy, too. The most work you’ll have to do is gather email addresses from
everyone participating, and Tribute will do the rest. They’ll notify everyone on
when and how to submit a video recording, and you can then put it together using
their video editor, making this a great way to collaborate on a group gift no
matter how far apart you are.

From $29 at Tribute
Buy



FOR THE PERSON WHO ALWAYS SAYS THEY’RE GOING TO WRITE A MEMOIR

StoryWorth Subscription
From $89
$99 now 10% off
From $89

Give them a head start with a Storyworth subscription. Weekly they’ll receive a
prompt about their life to respond to via email, and all their responses will be
put together in a keepsake book at the end of the year. Questions like Do you
have any regrets in life? and What things matter most to you in life? will help
them tell their story. They can choose to share the emails weekly as a way to
connect throughout the year, or wait for the big reveal at the end. It’s as good
a gift for older members of your family who want to leave future generations
with a little piece of them, as it is for newlyweds who want to deepen their
connection.

From $89 at StoryWorth
Buy


FOR THE PERSON WHO MISSES GOING TO CONCERTS

NoCap Concert Tickets
From $15

NoCap is offering streaming concerts that you can enjoy from the comfort of your
own home. Machine Gun Kelly, Foo Fighters, and JoJo have all hosted concerts on
the platform previously, and you can sign up for updates when new dates are
released. Prices vary depending on the ticket. Some are free, and others, like
Cheat Codes Hellraisers Stream Experience, will cost you $15.

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Moment House
From $17
From $17

Moment House is another platform offering live experiences from your favorite
artists. It has previously hosted concerts with Halsey, Kaytranada, Justin
Bieber, and Tinashe. Upcoming performances include Sam Ryder and Anderson .Paak.

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FOR THE PERSON WHOSE FAVORITE HOBBY INVOLVES STRINGS

Fender Play
From $50

If you’re tired of hearing them play out of tune, Fender Play’s step-by-step
video lessons can help them start properly playing their favorite songs in no
time at all. Lessons are available for acoustic and electric guitars as well as
for bass and the ukulele. You can gift a prepaid gift card for either a
six-month or 12-month subscription, starting at $50.

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FOR THE PERSON WHOSE FAVORITE HOBBY INVOLVES SWINGS

Jonathan Yarwood
From $50

If time away from their golf clubs has negatively affected their form, you can
book South Carolina–based golf coach Jonathan Yarwood to give them some feedback
on their swing through a bespoke video created just for him. Your giftee just
has to record footage of their swing, according to provided guidelines, then
send it to Yarwood. A single lesson costs $50, while $299 gets you a four-month
membership that includes two lessons per month, a long term-improvement plan,
and access to a so-called members’ lounge.

From $50 at Jonathan Yarwood
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FOR THE PERSON WHO SPENT QUARANTINE REDECORATING … AGAIN

Modsy
From $159

After staring at the same four walls all year, it’s only natural to be craving
change. They can bring all their interior-decorating ideas to life through a
virtual service like Modsy, which connects customers to interior designers that
create plans based on their tastes and preferences. Packages start at $159, and
they all come with personalized designs, shoppable 3-D renderings of the exact
room in question (including bird’s-eye- and 360-degree views of said room), and
access to Modsy’s online interior-design tool so they can futz around on their
own.

From $159 at Modsy
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FOR THE PERSON WHO’S ALWAYS LOOKING FOR AN ADVENTURE

Airbnb Experiences
From $1

For the person game to give almost anything a try, they might prefer one of the
virtual excursions offered by Airbnb Experiences. In addition to cooking
classes, the program offers all manner of tours and lessons hosted by people
from all over the world. The options are plentiful, including touring a farm in
New Zealand, exploring the rocky shores of the Cape Coast in South Africa, or
visiting the Vatican. Each class has a limit on how many people can join and is
priced per person (most range from $7 to $35 a person), which means this also
makes a great group gift.

From $1 at Airbnb
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