Do you have a special someone in your life who "has everything?" For those hard to buy for people, celebrating a birthday can be challenging when you don't have any gift ideas. Some savvy people have begun to gift experiences and getaways instead of items, and it's a great way to give the gift of memories and connection without adding clutter.
Indio can be the perfect place to surprise your parter, best friend, or sibling with a birthday getaway. We've got some tips to help you plan your birthday surprise in Indio.
Planning the Surprise
The element of surprise is crucial to making the birthday celebration unforgettable. Here’s how to ensure everything goes off without a hitch:
- Coordinate with close friends and family members to help plan the surprise. They can assist with decorations, cooking, or even distracting the birthday person while you set up.
- Arrive at your vacation rental early to set up the decorations. Think about the birthday person’s favorite colors or hobbies, and incorporate these into a décor theme.
- Consider how you want to reveal the surprise. You could arrange for the birthday person to arrive at the rental while everyone is hiding inside, or you could have them walk into a fully decorated space with everyone waiting to shout “Surprise!”
Building an Itinerary
Once the surprise is revealed, it’s time to enjoy the celebration. We have some ideas to make the trip extra special; depending on the group you have with you and the birthday person's preferences and abilities, these might be a good fit for your itinerary:
- Plan a special meal that the birthday person will love. You could hire a private chef to prepare a gourmet meal at the rental, or organize a barbecue by the pool. If you prefer a more casual approach, consider ordering from one of Indio’s local restaurants. If you stay at the Brooklyn Penthouse, you can even use our outdoor pizza oven for some gourmet pizzas by the pool.
- Indio is known for its outdoor activities, so take advantage of the beautiful surroundings. Plan a day of golfing, hiking, or even a visit to a nearby spa.
- One of the perks of choosing a luxury vacation rental instead of a hotel is access to the private amenities. You can plan a movie marathon in the theater, an all day pool party with a carefully curated menu and playlist, or a tournament with prizes between the indoor and outdoor game areas.
- If possible, invite a special guest or two who the birthday person hasn’t seen in a while to make a surprise appearance during the trip. The surprise of seeing an old friend or family member can make the celebration even more meaningful.
Choosing the Right Place to Stay
Indio and the Greater Palm Springs area are filled with great places to stay, but we think the best is a vacation rental. Our luxury vacation rental in Indio makes it easy to invite anyone you want to be included in the celebration, with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and all the amenities you want. With amenities like these, you may not even need to venture out to find anything else to do, since the property features:
- 40 foot saltwater pool with tanning ledge and lounge chairs
- Outdoor kitchen with Thor BBQ, pizza oven, and more
- Outdoor living space with HDTV
- Lawn games
- Putting green
- Movie theater
- Game room
- Gourmet kitchen
Ready to book your trip to Indio? Check the availability of the Brooklyn Penthouse.