What is a good gift when you don't know what to get?  

I have this problem a lot and I will typically just go with a gift card. I know it is not very "thoughtful" but it is better than showing up with nothing. 

Useful items are always good. Think of things that he might need for his home, car, or work. If you can't think of anything in particular, then just go with a gift card as mentioned. 

Gift cards seem to be the best bet. You can get something like a Visa where they can spend it anywhere or you can get a card for a restaurant you know they like.

I try to buy gifts that are useful or fun. Like something, someone can actually do something with. Maybe find out if he has some hobbies or something?

I am terrible at buying gifts for people so I seldom do. I usually have my girlfriend pick them out for me and when I need to buy her something, I ask my sister for help. lol

I think it’s time I follow through my dream vacation with my family and Vietnam is the best place in Southeast Asia I can think of. Sure, there are great beaches in Philippines and Thailand but the environment and food in Vietnam are a lot more enticing. I also wanted to explore their forests.

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