The Journal of Mundane Behaviour is a scholarly sociology journal devoted to everyday behaviour and experiences, devoted to the study of the “unmarked” – those aspects of our everyday lives that typically go unnoticed by us, both as academics and as everyday individuals”, i.e. the overlooked trivia of, say, everyday conversation, workplace behaviour, or family life and how it can illuminate how power and conformity shape social relationships. So why do most of us have the over-whelming urge to ‘ditch’ our so-called boring lives for someone else’s? Hundred’s of glossy men and women’s magazines espouse the thrilling lifestyle of Hollywood stars, famous athletes and celebrities. Well, now you too can step outside your world and taste the glamour for yourself – indulge in Lifestyle Experience Days – you’ll never be the same again!
Has your girlfriend ever moaned about how she wishes she could just Experience another Lifestyle and be like Paris Hilton for a day? Now you can make her feel like a modern-day princess and, with a Star Style Transformation, a whole day of luxurious pampering and style treats awaits her. Not to be outdone, has she ever fancied herself as Paris’s sister Nikki? Indulge the shopaholic in her and send her on a ‘How to Design Your Own Handbag’ course. It’s a potential money-spinner in the making – and who knows? You too could be jet-setting at her side!
Experience another Lifestyle as Star-crossed Lovers. You can choose between Lunching in Paris for Two (the most romantic city in the world!) or enjoying a two course meal at a London restaurant followed by a night at a theatre close by with a West End Theatre & Dinner for Two – Gift Pack. The ultimate picture perfect moment – the stuff that dreams and movies are made of – sauntering arm in arm down the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, or home after a West End show. Perfect!
And never underestimate the power of a picture – they do say it can tell a thousand words! Why not capture the moment forever and purchase a Family or Friends Photographic Portrait Gift Pack? It’s a present that will last a lifetime and bring joy to everyone who sees it. For the fun-loving family, unique Gifts for someone with a great sense of humour, give a Personal Caricature in Black and White. It’ll make you all laugh, over and over again, and there’s a good chance they’ve never had that done to them before!
Experience another Lifestyle that’s Out of the Ordinary, perhaps your loved one would enjoy stepping back through time and taking a stream train journey through the picturesque countryside? Indulge the love for architecture and innovations of a bygone era – choose the Cathedrals Express Steam Train Experience, and feel the years slip back as you both imagine yourselves in a previous age. Equally grand would be to feel the sun in your face and the wind blowing in your hair as you cruise in a classic car and then enjoy a gourmet lunch for two. The Gourmet Classic Car Day for Two will provide all the thrills of a Robert Redford movie!
On the yummy scale, a Chocolate Making Workshop is an ideal gift and must surely score a perfect ten for one not able to resist sheer indulgence? Or visualise in your mind’s eye, if you will, the Ultimate Lifestyle Experience of meandering slowly through a picture-perfect vineyard, as you tour and savour the vintner’s craft. The Wine Tasting at a Vineyard for Two Gift Pack is Perfect for wine lovers. And if you need to spice things up, and if you both enjoy getting a little steamy in the kitchen, perhaps the Indian Cookery course is for you? Learn to whip a culinary frenzy in your own kitchen! For the savvy gamester, defy the odds and learn to play poker like a pro! The Poker Experience Day is the UK’s premier poker tour, where real money never changes hands! A fact for which your partner will be exceedingly grateful!
Want to sing like a Rock Star? Drive like a Formula One Racer? Surf like a Pro? Lifestyle Experience Day Gifts are designed to make you feel like you are Melissa Etheridge, a member of the Eagles, Michael Schumacher, or Grant Baker for a day. Or two. At Least. But the memories will last a lifetime. Whether you’re into the romance of hot air ballooning, the exhilaration of a bungee jump or carelessly letting your cares slip away in a floatation therapy session, there is absolutely no excuse NOT to step into someone else’s shoes of lifestyle. Try it on for size. You might like it so much, it’ll stick!