Lastminute-Gifts.com has many gift ideas available within 24 hours throughout the United States and Canada. When it comes to the rest of the world however, really fast gift delivery has been a problem. Many products simply are not available outside the US, and items which ship worldwide must go by an international carrier. This is expensive and time-consuming, but there hasn’t an alternative.

Now there may be a solution. A site called Gifts n Ideas has teamed up with local shops in 184 countries. With this network in place, they can deliver gifts for you same day, overnight, or as fast as that that country’s transportation structure will allow.

Gifts n Ideas also offers service in the US and Canada but it is not impressive; prices aren’t competitive here. However, the other 180+ countries is where they shine. Using local establishments saves a lot of shipping, and the time savings can’t be duplicated.

There are a few countries where no local connection is available. In that case Gifts n Ideas uses an international carrier and the time and shipping advantages go away. But you are saved the inconvenience of having to ship internationally yourself.

When looking at delivery schedules, time on much of the planet is hours ahead of time zones in North America. It’s very possible that in the country of your choice, “tomorrow is today” - what looks like next-day shipping is actually same day shipping. In the description, look for the words “hand delivered” - that could be a tip-off to fast local shipping.

If you have a gift that’s that need to go outside the United States, it’s worth checking into Gifts n Ideas. They may have exactly what you need, when you need it.