Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who enjoys watching documentaries and learning about different cultures, there are several meaningful and personal gift ideas that you can explore:

1. Subscription to a documentary streaming service: Consider gifting him a subscription to a popular documentary streaming platform like Netflix, Hulu, or CuriosityStream. This will provide him with a wide range of documentaries from different cultures and subjects that he can enjoy at his convenience.

2. Books on cultural exploration: Look for books that delve into different cultures and offer insights into their history, traditions, and customs. Books like "The Art of Travel" by Alain de Botton or "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari can provide him with engaging and thought-provoking perspectives on various cultures.

3. Language learning resources: Help your son expand his understanding of different cultures by gifting him language learning resources. Choose language courses or apps that can help him learn the basics of a language spoken in a region he finds intriguing, such as Japanese, French, or Spanish.

4. Virtual reality experience: Consider surprising him with a virtual reality headset that allows him to virtually explore different cultures and landmarks. Many VR experiences provide immersive documentaries and interactive trips to different countries or historical sites.

5. Cultural cooking classes or workshops: If your son also enjoys exploring different cuisines, consider gifting him a cooking class or workshop focused on a particular cultural cuisine. This can give him an opportunity to not only learn about different cultures but also try his hand at cooking and tasting traditional dishes.

6. Travel-related accessories: If your son expresses a desire to travel and explore different cultures physically, consider gifting him practical travel accessories. This could include items like a high-quality backpack, a scratch-off world map, or a travel journal to document his experiences.

7. Tickets to cultural events or exhibits: Keep an eye out for upcoming cultural events in your area, such as film festivals, art exhibits, or live performances. Purchase tickets for him to attend an event or exhibit that aligns with his interests.

Remember that the thought and effort put into choosing a gift is just as important as the gift itself. Consider his specific interests within the realm of documentaries and cultures, and choose a gift that reflects his personal taste and passion.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”