Ah, Secret Santa season, that magical time when you pull a random name from a hat and suddenly feel like you’ve been handed the most impossible mission ever. One tiny slip of paper, and now you’re responsible for delivering joy to Sophie from accounting who only drinks oat lattes … or maybe Uncle George who already owns 57 pairs of socks.
If you’re in Europe or the UK, chances are you’ll be exchanging gifts across borders - friends, colleagues, or family scattered everywhere. That’s where we come in: at Gift Hampers International, we deliver to most EU countries and the UK, making sure your Secret Santa moment works whether your giftee is in Dublin, Paris, Berlin, London, or that small town you can’t even pronounce.
But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. Here’s your foolproof, slightly cheeky guide to choosing the perfect Secret Santa gift.
If you’ve drawn the name of someone you actually know, lucky you! The trick is to analyze them like Sherlock Holmes, but without the pipe.
Do they always snack at their desk? (Chocolate hampers. Sorted.)
Do they talk about “me-time” like it’s a religion? (Spa hampers are calling.)
Are they into gardening, wine, or cheese? (Yes, we have hampers for that too.)
Basically, think about what makes them smile and then check out our categories. And don’t miss our special “Christmas Gifts” section - festive hampers so good they might just make you wish you’d drawn your own name.
Sometimes, Secret Santa is less about “thoughtful” and more about “please don’t let this be awkward.” Don’t worry, we’ve got safe bets that work for literally anyone:
Chocolate & sweets - because who’s going to say “nah, I hate chocolate” at Christmas?
Coffee & tea hampers - perfect for cold mornings and office survival.
Wine or sparkling hampers - the quickest way to upgrade any holiday evening.
Mixed gourmet hampers - a little bit of everything, so you can’t go wrong.
These options work for colleagues you barely know, distant relatives, or even that one friend who’s “so minimalist” but still secretly loves treats.
Here’s where we really help you play the game right:
Free delivery across Europe & the UK - you choose whether the gift goes to you (so you can hand it over dramatically at the exchange) or straight to your Secret Santa recipient.
Anonymous delivery option - if you send directly, we don’t reveal your name. The gift just appears like holiday magic, keeping the mystery alive.
Personalized card - you can either stay totally secret OR leave a cheeky clue. (“From someone who knows you really love chocolate.”)
Festive packaging - no need for extra wrapping; the hamper arrives looking like Christmas already exploded on it (in the best way).
Skip the personal stuff. No perfumes, no clothing sizes, and definitely no gym memberships.
Think “shareable.” Hampers are great because they can be enjoyed with family, flatmates, or coworkers.
Keep it festive. A Christmas gift should feel indulgent, sparkly, or at least edible.
Secret Santa doesn’t have to be stressful. Whether your recipient is across the street or across the continent, the right gift is just a few clicks away. Hampers are versatile, festive, and guaranteed to bring a smile, without you having to spend hours wandering through shops.
So, grab your budget, pick a hamper from our Christmas Gifts collection, and let us handle the delivery. You’ll look like the Secret Santa gifting pro you were always meant to be. 🎄
👉 Browse our hampers here and let the holiday magic begin.