A loved one’s birthday is right around the corner, but you won’t be home for the occasion. What a dilemma! If you’re in this situation, you may be wondering what you can do to make your loved one feel special on their birthday, even when you’re miles apart. Don’t fear! We’re here to lend a hand. Here are four long distance birthday ideas to help you celebrate from afar.
Birthday in a Basket
One way to celebrate is by sending your loved one a gift basket. You can customize your very own birthday gift basket online, filling it with snacks, drinks, self-care items, and other fun trinkets. Then, you can send it to their door. What better way for your loved one to start their day than by finding a surprise gift on their doorstep?
A Zoom Party
You may not be able to meet up in-person, but you can at least meet up virtually. Plan a Zoom celebration for the birthday person where you can sing, play games, and chat the day away. You can use fun custom backgrounds (think confetti, balloons, etc.) to set the mood for the party. Entertainment-wise, we recommend you check out Zoom-friendly games like Jackbox, Codenames, Gartic Phone, and virtual escape rooms.
A Phone Call
Birthday texts, emails, and Facebook messages can feel impersonal. Instead, why not pick up your phone early on that special day and give your loved one a call? This is a simple idea, but one that’s sure to put a smile on the birthday person’s face.
Dinner’s on Me
With a gift card for Uber or DoorDash, you can treat your loved one to a special birthday breakfast, lunch, or dinner at their favorite restaurant. Everyone loves a good meal, so you can’t go wrong with this long-distance gesture!
With these four long distance birthday ideas to help you celebrate from afar, you can party with your loved one no matter where you are. Whether you make a phone call, send a gift basket, or treat them to a meal, your loved one will appreciate the time and effort you put in to make their birthday one to remember.
Image Credit: Adobe Stock royalty-free image #108775492 Black round birthday cake with burning golden candles by Oleg Breslavtsev
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