It’s been quite the year at RHC, from countless hotel and restaurant openings, to new product launches and award ceremonies, just to name a few. As all good publicists know, when the end of the year rolls around, so do the slew of holiday gift guides, but we’re making ours a bit different this time. We’re offering our expert advice on gifts that double as ways to come together with your loved ones – think lunch for two at a fabulous Michelin-Starred restaurant, or a round of mini golf complete with cocktails and comfort food. Keep reading for our experiential gift guide with something for everyone in your life.
Travel
For the adventure seeker…
For families looking to experience a holiday out west, The Virginian Lodge (an Outbound Hotel) just launched a Snowed-Inn Safari package, perfect for families and friends craving cozy relaxation, spectacular wildlife, and a touch of seasonal magic. It includes a private, full-day guided safari through Grand Teton National Park, cross-country ski tours (complete with gear and rental), and an exclusive igloo experience back at the property.
For the luxury lover…
December marks the first full month of the official reopening of Four Seasons Hotel New York after several years of closure post-pandemic. Its new look includes a host of lavishly appointed guest rooms and suites available for guests to book over festive season, in addition to the reopening of the property’s famed TY Bar and Garden Restaurant. Book your loved ones a suite at one of New York’s finest.
For the thrill seeker…
Black Tomato has launched a new Take me on a Story itinerary in Greece, featuring a schedule of nine-days inspired by the legendary mythology of Hercules. The launch follows demand for educational experiences outside of the classroom, as well as surging interest in travel to Greece amongst families; this demographic made up nearly half of Black Tomato’s bookings to Greece in 2024.
Spirits
For the Tequila Lover…
Teremana Tequila is partnering with Cocktail Courier to offer the ultimate cocktail kit this holiday – the Teremana Red Margarita. Available through the new year, the kit includes a 375ml bottle of Teremana Reposado, all the necessary ingredients to create festive cocktails, a holiday cocktail booklet and a QR code that lets consumers redeem a Teremana cocktail shaker online.
For the history buff…
For a taste of the past, treat someone special in your life to a cocktail from the “Liquid Library” at the new Riff Raff Club. Dating back nearly a century, the library includes rare and coveted bottles like Old Fitzgerald Bonded Bourbon from the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery, 1947 Cognac Napoléon, and 1960s & 70s expressions of Green Chartreuse.
For the life of the party (and the homebody)…
Chambord Liqueur has launched exclusive ‘Night In’ and ‘Night Out’ kits, designed to make holiday celebrations unforgettable—whether you and your friends are staying cozy at home or heading out for a night on the town.
For the bar cart connoisseur…
iichiko Shochu, Japan’s best-selling spirit brand has launched its most luxe expression yet. iichiko Special is aged in white oak and sherry casks and boasts spicy vanilla notes, and a round, smooth palette, which is set within an ultra-luxe, ribbed, translucent glass bottle. A landmark expression, it seamlessly blends traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern elegance, sure to elevate any bar cart.
Lifestyle
For the Advent Calendar fanatic…
APOTHEKE is celebrating the holidays with five new scents: Cardamom Chestnut, Black Cypress, Juniper Birch, Bitter Cherry and Firewood. The Winter Discovery Advent Calendar includes all five new candles, plus the iconic bestseller, Charcoal, as well. They each come in a small tin container making them perfect for small spaces, easily portable and travel-friendly.
For the coffee lover…
Breville recently celebrated the launch of its newest espresso machine, The Oracle Jet. It is the brand’s first espresso machine with cold functionality, including cold brew and cold espresso for coffee cocktails (you can buy this for your friend and they’ll be forced to make you and your crew espresso martinis!).
For the theater lover…
Grab your friends and head to The Second City New York to enjoy their new mainstage comedy show, “Wreck the Halls: The Second City New York’s Guide to Surviving the Holidays,” full of original sketches and scintillating improv.
For the sporty friends…
Swingers NoMad has transformed into an enchanting winter wonderland adorned with festive decor and themed cocktails. Groups can book The Party Set over the holidays, which includes a round of crazy golf, unlimited premium house drinks, street food, festive desserts, a holiday cocktail upon arrival, nibbles and bites, PLUS a holiday golf visor.
Culinary
For the lunch crew…
Take your friend (or coworker) out for a fine dining power lunch at Michelin-Starred Le Jardinier in Midtown Manhattan and treat them to their Executive Lunch menu, which includes a two-course menu for $58 per person.
For the martini + fries crew…
The Golden Swan recently unveiled two new must-try options: a French-inspired Sunday Brunch and the weekday Golden Hour. Brunch brings a New York twist on French classics, while Golden Hour – Monday to Friday from 5pm to 6:30pm – invites diners to savor a $30 combo of the Brixton burger paired with a martini of choice. Grab your martini-loving friends and cozy up for the winter.
For the Italian food lover…
At Lazia in Kansas City, you can treat your group to a nostalgic meal that celebrates the breaking of bread with family, chosen or otherwise. This family-style dining experience encourages the passing of platters brimming with the best of its ultra-classic, Italian-American fare. Sunday Supper at Lazia is as focused on connection as it is culinary.
