Mother’s Day is coming up soon, so I’ve been thinking of what I can get mummy dearest for her special day.
In the past I’ve gotten her spa packages, pedicures, manis, etc. but it’s getting a bit old in my opinion. And also now that I’m on Jenny Craig I just can’t afford that much anymore.
I feel kind of bad that I can’t get her what she wants–she’s already told me she wants the 2-person package at our fave spa so that we can go together and do the mother and daughter thing. It’s really nice with an infra red sauna treatment, aromatherapy massages and customized facials, but it’s also $250.
That’s $125 a person and normally I would be ok with that, but I am seriously strapped for cash. It’s kind of irritating. Now I know how people in debt feel! ugh!
So I’ve been thinking of nice alternatives that cost less money… so far I’ve come up with high/afternoon tea at one of the hotels in Toronto. I know she’s a fan of the whole ceremony with scones and cream and such, so maybe a fancy one would be nice? I’m currently considering taking her to the Windsor Arms Hotel since I’ve read some good reviews on it, and the atmosphere looks classic and nice (That’s a pic of the actual room, btw). It will also only run me about $30/person.
Has anyone ever experienced Afternoon Tea in Toronto? I’d be interested to hear what others think, and any recommendations they have.
Also, if I can’t do the High Tea, anyone have any other cost-effective suggestions for a Mother’s Day treat? What are you doing for Mother’s Day, readers?
7 responses to “Mother’s Day Gift Ideas”
This sounds like a great idea! I’ve always wanted to go to tea like that…
I usually give my mom cash for a day trip she takes with her friends (organized bus tour)
Spas are SO expensive! But are great!
Jessica!
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Jessica: Yes, spas can get pricey but you can shop around and find some great ones out there. And just think how much people spend on food and drink on the weekends… instead of doing that, sometimes I’ll go to the spa instead as a trade-off. That’s how I manage! 🙂
So, umm… anyone have some mother’s day ideas?
Such great ideas!! I usually just buy my maja perfume and what not.
Hey! Why not give your mom that Oasis certificate if you still have it? You could take her to lunch when you give it to her!