Last-minute Christmas gift? Discounted digital gift cards are my festive life hack

Let me be honest: every year there are two types of people — the ones who finish Christmas shopping in November… and the ones who suddenly realise on 23/24 December: “Oh no.” 😄

I work at kingpay, and I see the same thing every season: when time gets tight, digital gift cards are the easiest, most stress-free option. You get them instantly, you can send them straight away, and in our app they’re often discounted — which means you’re being thoughtful and a bit savvy.

Why digital gift cards are perfect for Christmas

• Instant delivery: no shipping, no “it’ll arrive after Christmas”
• They actually fit: the recipient chooses what they really want
• No guessing sizes or tastes: less risk, more win
• Discounted via kingpay: more value without feeling cheap

Gift card ideas by “type of person” (my go-to picks)

IKEA gift card: for home improvers and “new year, new space”

If someone loves organising, decorating, or starting a “proper reset” after Christmas, IKEA is a solid bet.
Best for: home lovers, families, fresh-start energy, anyone who always needs “just one more” storage box

Eventim gift card: for concerts, comedy and proper nights out

An Eventim gift card is basically gifting anticipation. They can pick the gig, show or event they’re genuinely excited about.
Best for: music fans, couples, best mates, anyone who prefers experiences over stuff

Thalia gift card: for cosy winter evenings

A Thalia gift card is a warm, quiet kind of gift: books, audiobooks, games — perfect for that in-between-Christmas-and-New-Year mood.
Best for: readers, families, teens, cosy people who say “one more chapter”

MediaMarkt gift card: for tech, gaming and practical upgrades

Tech is personal — and choosing the “wrong” model is easy. With a MediaMarkt gift card, they pick exactly what they need (or want).
Best for: gamers, tech lovers, students, practical gift enthusiasts

FlixBus gift card: for spontaneous trips and visiting people

A FlixBus gift card is great for anyone who’s always on the move — weekend plans, city breaks, or heading home to see family and friends.
Best for: students, spontaneous travellers, budget explorers

FlixTrain gift card: for city hoppers on rails

Same spirit, on tracks: a FlixTrain gift card is brilliant for quick getaways and visiting friends without the fuss.
Best for: city-break fans, weekend travellers, rail lovers

Zalando gift card: for fashion without the risk

Buying clothes for someone else can be… brave. A Zalando gift card is the smarter way: they choose the style, size and brand themselves.
Best for: fashion fans, sneaker people, enthusiastic browsers

Breuninger gift card: for premium treats and “go on, spoil yourself”

If you want the gift to feel a bit more special, Breuninger has that premium vibe — fashion, beauty, accessories.
Best for: partners, parents, quality-first shoppers, treat-yourself energy

How to make a digital gift card feel personal (my favourite trick)

A gift card becomes genuinely thoughtful with one line. Try:

• “Pick something that’ll make January feel better.”
• “For your next gig — I want photos.”
• “For your home project — I’m excited to see what you do.”
• “For your next trip. Just get yourself away for a bit.”

If you want to level it up: add it to a card or send it with a quick voice note. Done.

How it works with kingpay

Quick and painless:

1. Open kingpay
2. Go to the 'Benefits'-Section
3. Choose a brand (e.g. IKEA, Eventim, Thalia, MediaMarkt, FlixBus/FlixTrain, Zalando, Breuninger)
4. Buy a discounted gift card
5. Send it digitally — instantly

Final thought: last-minute, but it won’t feel like it

If you need a gift that’s instant, useful, and still feels considered — discounted digital gift cards via kingpay are genuinely one of the easiest wins at Christmas.

Open kingpay and grab a discounted gift card — gift sorted in minutes. 🎄

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