Gift ideas for moms, dads, & grads

For those looking to show moms, dads, and hard-working students how much they're appreciated, it’s time to think about gifts.

Are your mom and dad looking for help with the next home improvement project? Does your graduate need a new computer or something to dress up their apartment? We look at gift options that come with savings for AAA members.

Tech & toys for mom & dad

• A new sports car is probably too pricey for Father’s Day, but what about something to keep his current set of wheels looking new and sporty? A car care set with car wash, detailer, and microfiber cloth could be the perfect gift. Save on a car care set from Zymol.
  
• Smartphones make it easier than ever to take digital pictures, but sometimes you want a hard copy. Get your mom or dad an HP Sprocket photo printer so they can print photos right from a mobile device and make photo albums or share copies with friends and family. Get AAA savings at the HP.com store.

Tech & toys for grads

• If your graduate got their current computer in freshman year, it might be time to upgrade. Dell's XPS 13 is a popular choice that combines style and power in a compact package. Get AAA savings on Dell or HP computers. 
  

Dining & entertainment ideas for mom & dad

• Got a foodie in the family? Give the gift of fine ingredients like gourmet olive oils, balsamic vinegars, and more from Oil & Vinegar. Get AAA savings at Oil & Vinegar in-store and online with promo code AAA004.
  
• Give mom or dad a night off with tickets to the movies. AAA members can get discounted tickets to AMC, Regal, and many other theaters through AAA Tickets.
  
• Father's Day comes right as baseball season is heating up. Gift a day at the ballpark with savings on sports tickets through AAA Tickets.

Dining & entertainment ideas for grads

• A big-name concert is a great way to detox from the stress of senior year. AAA members can get exclusive savings to more than 80,000 events through AAA Tickets.
  
• Nothing says "I'm proud of you" like taking your graduate out for an indulgent celebration dinner. Take advantage of AAA savings at the Hard Rock Cafe.
  
• Older graduates may appreciate a more urbane treat, such as a gift basket of fine fruits, cheeses, and chocolates. AAA members save 20% on gifts from Harry & David.

Apparel ideas for mom & dad

• If mom or dad are in the market for glasses, foot the bill for their next set of reading glasses for the study, aviators for the beach, or everyday frames. Save on glasses and more with AAA savings at LensCrafters.

Home gift ideas for mom & dad

• New tools are the gold standard of Father’s Day gifts, but what if dad would rather have someone else tackle the home improvement? If you’re looking for a gift with an impact, surprise him with a plan to remodel the room of his choice. Give dad a free coupon for up to $500 off a new floor from Shaw Floors.
  

• Flowers are a Mother's Day classic; brighten a mom's home with a vibrant bouquet delivered right to her door. 1-800-FLOWERS offers 20% off all flowers for AAA members.
  

• If mom or dad are gardeners, a portable greenhouse will let them grow plants year-round. AAA members can save on portable garages and portable greenhouses.

Home gift ideas for grads

• Your graduate now has a diploma, but without a (sometimes pricey) frame, that paper diploma may end up in a drawer. A diploma frame lets them display it proudly. Save on diploma frames and thousands of other items with AAA savings at ODP Business Solutions™.
  

• Another way to turn frames into a gift is to buy your grad poster-sized frames to use once they move into their first post-college apartment. They can fill the frames with whatever suits their style, lending character to their living space that will make it feel like home.