Father’s Day is just around the corner and every year it gets more and more difficult to out-do yourself with gifts for your dear old Dad! From gifts and gadgets to golf and getaways, here are some great ideas on what to get Pops for his special day.
Give Dad the gift of not hearing you while sporting a style that he is accustomed to with a set of high-quality, retro designed headphones. Perfect for a Father -on-the-go who not only needs to drown out his children, but noisy planes, trains and automobiles as well!
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There are seventeen amazing golf courses here in Kelowna, with levels ranging from easy-going to ego-shattering. Whichever kind of golfer your Dad is, a round is always a great gift. Whether you take the opportunity to spend some quality time with the old man, or let him enjoy a day with his buds, an Okanagan golfing experience is never a bad gift idea.
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If Dad is a travelling golfer who is serious about his stats, the Garmin Golf Approach S4 will make sure he never misses a stroke. This GPS watch is preloaded with over 30,000 golf courses worldwide that helps to keep score, tells the distance to each hole and even sync’s messages to pop up on the screen.
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There is nothing like watching a little big skin with Dad and watching it live is even better! Get him ready for the upcoming season with a set of Okanagan Sun season tickets starting at just $50! You can get them on the Sun website, the season begins July 26th, and the first home game of the season is August 9th, 2014.
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New Dads will still feel manly carrying around this diaper bag. The ‘Diaper Dude’ messenger bag will help any new father stay organized without cramping his style. The inside of the bag even features a check list to help remind him of the daily dad necessities.
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The Okanagan is full of frosty, delicious and eclectic craft beer choices. Optimize his favourite brews with a beer glass gift set! The Spiegelau Craft Beer Tasting Kit features four different glasses, each one specially tailored for certain kinds of beer. Pair the glasses with an Okanagan-themed sampler pack so he can try out his gift immediately!
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Let dad put his feet up and relax after a long day with these amazingly cozy sheepskin slippers from L.L. Bean, that is if mom and everyone else in the house doesn’t try to commandeer them!
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What a full-blown luxurious day at the spa is to mom, a shave and a haircut is to dad. There are many different barber shops throughout Kelowna that offer soothing, relaxing hot shaves like Tommy Guns, MVP Men’s Salon and the Kelowna Barber Shop! Visit the KelownaNow business directory to find the one closest to your dad.
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Take him out to the ball game, take him out to the crowd! The Kelowna Falcons Baseball Team is well-equipped to help you hook Dad up with a summer of baseball! There are seventeen home games left this season and tickets are still available whether your want a whole season set, or a 10 game punch card it’s a great opportunity to spend some quality time with Pops at the ballpark.
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It’s grilling season and being a dad offers very special privileges when it comes to food. Sorry boys, but no matter how old you get, dad will always get the first pick when it comes to choosing which steak on the grill belongs to him. Make it easier for him with a monogrammed branding iron! You can make family dinners extra special by getting a set to suit the entire family. Whether you get dad’s full initials or just a single letter to represent the family, personalized steaks will add a unique touch to family grilling.
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Nerd alert! This R2-D2 car charger will keep dad company and charge his gear with a Star Wars flare. This adorable miniature droid charges two devices for Apple and Android products, and fits right into the cup holder for a handy travel companion.
Sign dad up a unique and specially tailored club and he will have a gift that keeps on giving! Whether your dad is into coffee, hot sauce, teddy bears, peanut butter or beef jerky, Amazing Clubs has something for every dad. Choose between 3, 6, 12 or seasonal memberships which are made even better by being Canadian and offering free shipping.
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