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Here Are 5 Surprising Gift Cards You Didn't Know You Could Buy on Amazon

From Airbnb to Tinder, there are tons of options to satisfy anyone on your gift list.

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Amazon is known for its massive product selection, but you probably didn't know it also carries some unexpected gift card options.

Beyond the usual Uber and Visa cards, there are plenty of unique experiences, services and more that you can gift or even keep for yourself. We rounded up five gift cards on Amazon that certainly caught us off guard, in a good way. 

No matter what you're looking for, Amazon surely has a gift card for you. 

Best surprising gift cards on Amazon 

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If you or someone you know is going on a trip soon, a place to stay is one of the first things to book -- that's why a gift card to Airbnb can be a great gift idea. You can choose from many gift card designs. Plus, you can load it with anywhere from $25 to $1,000.

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Tinder gives the gift of getting back out there with one month of Tinder Gold. It includes unlimited likes from the sender or recipient and rewinds. Matches can even come from all over the world. Plus, there are tons of card designs you can pick from with slogans like "Dump them," or "Do it for the story" and more. 

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A Spafinder gift card is great for long-distance friends or those who are eager to try new places to get beauty treatments done. This gift card can be redeemed at tons of spas for services like manicures, pedicures, massages, haircuts and more. You can choose to spend anywhere from $50 to $250. 

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Take a trip, or two, with Amtrak. Amtrak has tons of destinations, whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or a longer trip. Get a gift card anywhere from $25 to $500. 

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Can't decide where you want to spend your money? This Happy card can be used at many establishments, including the Chevron gas station, Total Wine and More, Ulta Beauty, Regal Cinemas and more. Grab a card between $25 and $500 and give the gift of choice.

Buying a gift card is always a safe choice for any recipient. And with a digital gift card, you can schedule its arrival in their inbox. Gift cards are available for just about everything. This includes various stores for the shopaholic in your life, dining cards for your favorite foodie and much more. 

Where can I find the best gift cards?

The best gift cards are found online and in stores. Online retailers like Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart often have great deals on gift cards. Many of these deals can help you save money, essentially offering some free cash. Amazon even offers gift cards you wouldn't expect, such as Tinder or Spafinder. 

What is the best gift card to give?

The best card all depends on who you're shopping for. If you're shopping for a teen or a college student, they'll probably love Uber and DoorDash gift cards to help them get around town and order some late-night snacks while they study.

And a young adult may love an Instacart gift card to help them out with the rising cost of groceries or a Tinder card to help them find love. 

The information contained in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as health or medical advice. Always consult a physician or other qualified health provider regarding any questions you may have about a medical condition or health objectives.