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Looking for unique anniversary gift ideas to satisfy your couple’s wanderlust? Discover hundreds of gifts for couples in 2025 and embark on an exciting adventure through your local neighbourhood.
Perhaps, Mum and Dad want to sink their teeth into an international cooking class overflowing with unusual ingredients and pleasing aromas. Or how about a professional photography course that captures Melbourne's boundless beauty for your best pals? The possibilities are endless but one thing's guaranteed–-the happy couple will walk away even happier.
Read on to discover our top picks for anniversary experience gifts for couples who like to travel. Every unique workshop is beginner-friendly and run by the country's most talented artisans-–they're so exciting, you might want to join too!
Experience gifts for couples in Sydney
Treat them to a luxurious wine tasting tour of the stunning Hunter Valley
The Hunter Valley is the birthplace of Australian wine, home to an exquisite variety of semillon and shiraz. In this food and wine tasting tour, culinary-minded couples tantalise their taste buds while reclining in the destination’s outstanding natural beauty.
On arrival, the group visits three esteemed wineries and a local distillery for a sneak peek behind the scenes. They'll learn how winemakers craft the nation's best-loved beverages and savour the distinct notes alongside an array of chocolate and cheese. Make sure the couple leaves space for lunch! After touring and trying handmade treats, it's time for a gourmet meal with local wine, beer or cider.
Cook traditional Tuscan food using simple ingredients
Anniversary gifts for travel-mad couples don't get better than this – a mouth-watering Tuscan cooking class. Simplicity is central to Tuscan cuisine and chefs incorporate accessible ingredients without overpowering spice. However, don't be fooled by the stripped-back recipes–-each dish packs a hearty punch and draws from the region’s abundance of fresh produce.
During the session, the couple will prepare veal saltimbocca with salty prosciutto, zucchini focaccia, melanzane, marinated asparagus, tiramisu and more for a smorgasbord of Italian delights!
Anniversary gifts for couples in Melbourne
Send them on a relaxing Kokedama making workshop
Head East and discover a unique Japanese planting style that swaps plain old pots for exposed roots and adorable hangers. Of course, we're talking about a Kokedama making workshop, where couples can play with earthy materials to create lush indoor gardens that brighten interiors.
Under the guidance of a florist, they will study soil composition, plant selection and tying techniques to keep their miniature moss balls thriving for years to come. The use of hardy houseplants and succulents means the tiny ecosystems need very little maintenance, perfect for fearless explorers who are always on the move!
Capture Melbourne’s skyline at night
There's no need to venture far and wide to experience something brand-new. This photography course encourages adventurous twosomes to view Melbourne through a different lens and exposes the city's fascinating underbelly.
As well as gaining a different perspective, couples will learn how to take striking nighttime photos. An award-winning teacher will help guide them through camera modes, exposure, colour balance, aperture and more for professional-looking results overflowing with detail. Most importantly, they'll gain impressive skills that'll serve them on future trips abroad–-we hope you’re ready for hours of holiday snaps!
Gift a unique Turkish mosaic lamp making class
Treat them to a trip to Turkey with this mosaic lamp making class in Melbourne. Here, they'll be able to craft their own mosaic lamp or candle holder and enjoy some delicious tea and shortbread too. Simply one of the best experience gifts for couples who love to travel in 2025!
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Foodie gifts for couples in Brisbane
Feast on sophisticated French fare for luxury lovers
If you're searching for a unique anniversary couples gift to appease luxury lovers, we suggest looking no further than this decadent French cooking class. Over three hours, keen cooks master a heavenly three-course meal boasting delectable textures and creamy flavours. Although the menus change frequently to showcase the country’s myriad famous dishes, expect confit egg yolk served with Parma ham, coq au vin, potato dauphine and apple jalousie.
Dabble in gourmet delights from around the world
Curious couples are sure to adore this jam-packed around the world cooking class in Brisbane. Hopping from country to country, the group practises a wealth of cooking methods with help from an accomplished chef. They'll learn the art of culinary bling (a.k.a gorgeous presentation) and how to imbue their food with cultural authenticity.
By the end of the class, they'll learn how to make delicious dishes like Argentinian empanadas, Indian onion bhajis, Moroccan lamb shoulder with fruity gravel and more. No wonder it’s the ideal gift for couples who need dinner time inspiration!
Travel gifts for couples in Perth
Head on a fun Kintsugi class for two
Looking for couples activities for two? Gift this modern Kintsugi class to the happy couple! Japan is so well-loved by travellers so we're pretty certain this class would go down a treat. Couples will get to learn the history behind this mindful craft as well as the meaning behind it. Founder of Kintsugi Australia, Jun Morooka shares, "In Japanese, Kin means gold and Tsugi means to join together." This actually doubles as a really great motto for couples, where they can help each other embrace their imperfections and reignite sparks in their relationship.
Make pastry and buttery Parisian goodies together
Anniversary gift experiences for couples should ooze romance and you can't go wrong with a French patisserie dessert making class bursting with chocolatey aphrodisiacs! Plus, store bought boxes of chocolates can’t compete with homemade pastries before a busy day’s work.
Led by a Michelin-star chef, your gift recipients will make light and flaky pastry that's fit for a world-renowned restaurant. They'll roll shortcrust, mix brioche and whisk crème patisserie fillings to their stomach's content. Then, they'll transform raw ingredients into luxurious desserts, including mille-feuilles, profiteroles and caramelised tarts.
Gift this paint and sip class for a unique anniversary experience
Whether your gift recipients are celebrating their first anniversary or their 50th, this special day together is the perfect time for the couple to look back and cherish the memories they've created during their romantic honeymoon. Well, our paint and sip class in Perth offers exactly that! This unique experience allows them to paint a picture of a chosen location, it feels like they're already there!
This makes for an ideal anniversary gift for couples who share a love for travel. Imagine painting that lovely sunset they both enjoyed in Santorini or the majestic Eiffel Tower from their trip to Paris, all while sipping on fine wine and sharing laughs.
So what are you waiting for? Gift this paint and sip class and help transport the happy couple to their honeymoon destination. It truly is a perfect way to celebrate yet another year of shared dreams and adventures!
Make their anniversary one to remember with our adventurous couple gift ideas
There are hundreds of thoughtful anniversary gifts for couples who love to travel for you to explore! Transport the duo to the Hunter Valley with a wine tasting experience or brighten up their home with DIY bouquets made in a floristry class. Got a partner who loves to go out to the bar? Bring the bar to them and learn how to mix muddle and shake classic zesty and sugary cocktails.
Every workshop is beginner-friendly and includes comprehensive personalised tuition, so your loved ones will walk away with a repertoire of brand-new skills. What’s more, they run across Australia for unbeatable convenience in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and beyond.
