Give more and spend less with these holiday gift card deals

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.

If you are still making your list and checking it twice, we found a few gift ideas in Santa's workshop that are sure to please you and the lucky recipient.

Many online retailers are offering deep discounts on gift cards for the holidays. Whether you are shopping for a travel lover, a coffee addict or a Disney fanatic, these gift card discounts can save you up to 25% on the perfect present (or a little something for yourself).

Related: What credit cards should you use to purchase gift cards?

Lyft gift cards on Amazon

Lyft is a popular ride-hailing service that's just as great for airport pickups as it is for getting around town. While supplies last, you can earn a $15 Amazon promotional credit when you spend $100 on one or more Lyft gift cards purchased through Amazon when you use code "LYFT" at checkout.

Related: Frequent Uber or Lyft user? These are the best credit cards for you

You can only use this promotion once; your promotional credit will automatically apply to your next eligible Amazon purchase during checkout.

Purchase Lyft gift cards on Amazon here.

Airbnb gift cards on Amazon

With everything from home rentals for large families to unique stays in caves, treehouses and castles, Airbnb can be a good alternative to traditional hotel stays. While supplies last, you can receive a $25 Amazon promotional credit when you spend $250 on one or more Airbnb gift cards through Amazon when you use code "AIRBNB" at checkout.

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You can only use this promotion once; your promotional credit will automatically apply to your next eligible Amazon purchase during checkout.

Purchase Airbnb gift cards on Amazon here.

Apple gift cards from Target

Apple gift cards make a great gift because you can use them to purchase Apple products like the newest iPhone or AirPods, but you can also use them for Apple subscriptions or movies and music purchased through Apple. Through Saturday, you can earn a $10 Target gift card when you spend $100 or more on one or more Apple gift cards (up to four total) in-store or online.

Related: Target RedCard credit card review: A bull's eye for Target shoppers

The $10 Target gift card will be applied to your Target account after your order is processed. Target Circle members can save an additional 5% on all purchases, including gift cards.

Purchase Apple gift cards from Target here.

Disney gift cards at Costco

Stockpiling Disney gift cards is a great way to offset the cost of your Disney vacation, especially when you find a deal as good as this. While supplies last, Costco members can purchase up to two $250 Disney gift cards for only $224.99 each.

Related: The best credit cards for your Disney vacation

Disney gift cards do not expire, and you can use them for Disney World and Disneyland vacations, in-park food and merchandise purchases, Disney Cruise Line sailings and more.

Purchase Disney gift cards from Costco here.

Southwest gift cards from Costco

Southwest Airlines regularly runs promotions for one-way flights as low as $39, but you can make that flight even more affordable with discounted Southwest gift cards. While supplies last, Costco members can purchase up to five $500 Southwest gift cards for just $449.99 each. You can redeem these gift cards online, in person or by calling 800-I-FLY-SWA for Southwest flights. Southwest gift cards do not expire.

If you are loyal to Sam's Club, it is also offering $500 Southwest gift cards for $449.99 for a limited time.

Purchase Southwest gift cards from Costco here.

Starbucks gift cards from Delta

You can already earn Delta Air Lines SkyMiles with every Starbucks purchase by linking your Starbucks Rewards and Delta SkyMiles accounts, but Delta is sweetening the (coffee) pot for the holidays. While supplies last between now and Dec. 18, you can earn a $20 Starbucks gift card when you purchase $300 or more in Delta gift cards. You can use the Delta and Starbucks gift cards for your own travels or gift them to a loved one.

Related: The do's and don'ts on how to maximize your holiday purchases

This offer is open to U.S. residents over the age of 18, and it's only available to the first 15,000 purchases during the qualifying period.

Purchase Delta gift cards and receive your bonus Starbucks gift card here.

Targeted offer for Marriott gift cards

As originally reported by Frequent Miler, targeted Marriott cardholders may receive an email in their inbox for 20% off Marriott Bonvoy gift cards if they purchase by Saturday. There is a limit of up to $3,000 in gift card purchases, which can save you up to $600 total.

Each redemption code is only valid for a one-time transaction by the recipient and cannot be transferred.

Visa gift cards at Staples

Typically, Visa gift cards purchased from Staples (and similar retailers) carry a $7.95 activation fee. Through Saturday, when you purchase a $200 Visa gift card in-store at Staples, the $7.95 activation fee will be waived. This promotion is limited to five per customer, per day.

Because Staples codes as an office supply store, those with the Ink Business Cash Credit Card can earn 5% cash back on this purchase. With the activation fee waived, you essentially earn free money when purchasing Visa gift cards from Staples.

Bottom line

These gift card deals can help you save money and round out your holiday shopping. Most of these gift cards don't expire, so you can purchase them now and use them for future shopping, sipping and traveling.

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