5 Gift Recommendations for 2026 - The year 2026 is just around the corner. Yay!

In just a few days, we will be leaving 2025 behind. I know this year has been full of experiences for all of us; both good and bad, joy and sorrow, including moments of loss. All of those things have colored 2025, and hopefully, as this year comes to an end, we can finally breathe a little easier after everything we’ve been through.

May 2026 bring many good things. And if it doesn’t, let’s be among those who choose to spread kindness and positivity.

With that spirit in mind, here are five gift recommendations for 2026.

5 Gift Recommendations for 2026

1 | A Bicycle

A bicycle? Why a bicycle?

What I mean here is a pedal bicycle, not a scooter, and definitely not an electric bike. Giving a bicycle to someone you care about is like giving them a gift of a healthier lifestyle.

Cycling allows us to exercise while having fun. Riding around nearby places can boost happiness. Not only does the body become healthier, but the heart feels lighter too.

2 | Children’s Books

Don’t limit gifts to novels only. You can give children’s books as a gift; especially to a mother. You can also give books about newborns or toddlers to a new mom, so she doesn’t feel confused about what to do when stepping into motherhood.

The good news is, you can give this gift even before she gives birth!

3 | MacBook Air M1 (2020)

The MacBook Air M1 was released in 2020; five years ago. So, is it still worth using in 2026?

The answer is: yes, it is.

I am a MacBook Air M1 user myself. I bought mine in 2021, and I still use it today without any significant issues. That said, you do need to be extra careful because the body is quite fragile. As long as you use and store it carefully, it can last for many years.

There have never been any software problems for me. The main issue is storage, so you need to regularly clean up unnecessary files. That’s understandable—I’ve been using it for five years, after all!

4 | A Tumbler or Water Bottle

In recent years, more and more people have been carrying tumblers or water bottles everywhere they go. Some even bring two—one for water and another for coffee. By 2026, this habit will likely be even more common.

You can choose a tumbler that keeps drinks hot or cold, or a regular water bottle. Nowadays, there are countless options in terms of shape, size, color, and function. So, it’s a good idea to do a little research first; just to make sure the person doesn’t already own a similar tumbler.

5 | Ornamental Plants

I once saw a shop on social media that sells various ornamental plants, beautifully packaged as gifts. That was when I realized that living plants can also make wonderful gifts.

You can definitely use this idea for gift-giving in 2026. The person who receives it will likely feel happy; and a little responsible for taking care of it too!

Personally, I love receiving ornamental plants as gifts, even though it means I have a new responsibility to nurture them.Those are my five gift recommendations for 2026.

I hope this helps!