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                There are tons of milestone birthdays where a new chapter begins in life and it can feel a bit like embarking on a new adventure. There are lots of stereotypical gifts for milestone birthday though, such as the key related presents for 16th and 21st birthdays and coming up with birthday gifts that are original and exciting can sometimes be tricky...

 In this article we're going to rant on and on about some of the best birthday gifts for milestone birthdays. You won't be able to shut us up! We love milestones because they punctuate life and give you the chance to look back on the great years you've had and reminisce but also look forward to the bright future up ahead.

 The Sweet 16th

For teenagers, birthday gifts are an exciting prospect and most teenagers have a few gadgets, games, movies or music items in mind when the day approaches. Many 16 year olds are even happy to say (occasionally a little rudely!) what it is that they want you to buy for them!
If you're trying to find the perfect present for a 16 year old, think mature and sophisticated, rather than childish. Far too many people buy fluffy, pink, sweet sixteen presents for teenage girls and they usually much prefer more grown up gifts such a professional photo shoot experience day to capture some pretty pictures or something really delish like a Haribo sweet hamper. After all, they're 16 now. They're not a little girl anymore.

The Exciting 21st

Young adults really appreciate birthday gifts which are useful and fun. If it will get plenty of use at university or in the home then it's bound to be a hit with a 21 year old but fun and silly novelty birthday gifts are also really popular and games and sweet treats are a favourite with this age range.

Key rings engraved with useful details can help when keys become lost, for example. And equally, cute novelty VW Beetle memory sticks make good keepsakes but also offer a great place to store uni coursework. A luxury bottle of personalised champers is another wonderful present and pretty much all 21 year olds would adore a pizza made entirely out of chocolate and sweeties!

The Thrilling 30th

When you're buying birthday gifts for a thirty year old, you're buying them for someone who is leaving their 20s behind and to be honest, they might not be too happy about that fact. So, getting a thirty year old a thrilling present that will remind them they're still young and full of life is ideal!

Because 30 year olds are still full of beans we think that experience days that are action-packed make perfect 30th birthday gifts. Giving your 30 year old friend the chance to soar up in to the sky in a light aircraft on an introductory flying lesson or speed around Silverstone in a Ferrari sports car are great gifts for this age range. There are all kinds of other action adventures available too though so there's bound to be something that suits the 30 year old you have in mind.

The Funky 40th

Funky 40 year olds love birthday gifts which make them feel loved and appreciated. Often 40 years olds have had kids and they appreciate gift that help them to relax and unwind as well as cool creative presents. These days 40 isn't half as old as it used to be and many 40 year olds are still learning part time or have very creative and rewarding hobbies.
So, we think that they love experience days too, but these elegant and chilled-out people might prefer an introductory dance class or wine tasting tour. Or, how about a lovely day at a health spa, relaxing in the sauna, enjoying a massage and lounging beside the pool?

The Fabulous 50th

If you need to get birthday gifts for a 50 year old, then look for things that are tasteful, useful and sentimental. Personalised presents are a big hit with this crowd because they love to know that someone has taken the time and care to create something especially for them. 
Engraved presents make perfect 50th birthday gifts, the heart shaped jewellery box with a message lovingly written on the lid is a classic gift and perfect for stashing away a glam lady's jewellery. Meanwhile, a nicely engraved tankard could be just what the doctor ordered for a 50 year old gentleman and it'll mean even more if it has a creative and heartfelt message engraved on it.

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