✈️ Experience Rewards

Suggested cost: 300 tacos

Log off early on a Friday — redeem your tacos for a half-day of extra chill.

Why it works

People love time. This boosts motivation and shows you trust your team to manage their time well.

Admin notes

Use a fun emoji or taco badge to mark the day off in team calendars or Slack/Microsoft Teams/Google Chat.

Suggested cost: 50 tacos

A meal delivery gift card (DoorDash, Uber Eats, etc.) for the winner to enjoy tacos on the company — or a local taco spot gift card if you want to go all in.

Why it works

It's fun, on-brand, and feels like an instant reward. Great for remote teams or Taco Tuesday shout-outs.

Admin notes

$15–$25 value works well. You can rotate to other foods or let people choose if they're not taco lovers (😢).

Suggested cost: 30–50 tacos

A 15–30 min informal coffee chat with the CEO or another senior leader — virtual or in-person.

Why it works

Recognition meets access. This makes employees feel seen and valued by leadership, especially in growing or remote teams.

Admin notes

Make sure the leader is briefed on the purpose — celebration and connection, not performance. Use Calendly or a shared form to book easily.

Suggested cost: 250 tacos

Feeling generous? Redeem this reward to increase the number of tacos you can give each day. Whether you're the team's biggest cheerleader or just have a lot of gratitude to go around, this unlock helps you keep the kindness flowing.

Why it works

It rewards people who actively participate in recognition, empowers them to keep lifting others up, and helps cultivate a culture of consistent gratitude.

Admin notes

Decide in advance what each redemption unlocks — for example, +1 taco per day per redemption, capped at a maximum (e.g., 10 tacos/day). Consider creating a leaderboard or badge for power-recognizers who've earned extra tacos.

Suggested cost: 100–150 tacos

A budget to invest in a class, course, book, conference, or learning opportunity of the winner's choice.

Why it works

Encourages growth, shows the company is invested in the individual, and gives people ownership of their learning path.

Admin notes

Set a clear spending limit (e.g., up to $100). Collect suggestions via a short form. Reimburse or use a company card.

Suggested cost: 75–100 tacos

A one-month or three-month coffee subscription from a roaster of the recipient's choice.

Why it works

It's a thoughtful, cozy reward that ties gratitude to a daily ritual (and supports caffeine-fueled greatness).

Admin notes

Ask the recipient for their preferred shop or offer options. Consider using Trade Coffee, Atlas Coffee Club, or local brands.

Suggested cost: 1,000–1,500 tacos

Give your family (or yourself!) the gift of discovery, fun, and fresh air. Redeem this reward for a year-long membership to a local museum, science center, zoo, botanical garden, or state park — wherever you'll get the most joy.

Why it works

It supports well-being outside of work, encourages time spent with family or friends, and feels like a generous, meaningful reward without being tied to work performance.

Admin notes

Set a flexible taco cost range to accommodate varying prices depending on region and attraction type (usually $75–$150 USD). Encourage employees to choose a destination that aligns with their interests — animal lovers might choose a zoo, while others may prefer museums or national parks.

Suggested cost: 2,500–5,000 tacos

Want to meet your teammates in person, finally see the snack wall, or sit in on a real-life all-hands? Redeem this reward for a trip to your company's HQ or regional office — for team bonding, cross-functional collaboration, or just to experience the culture IRL.

Why it works

It deepens connection to the company and teammates, especially for remote employees who've never met in person, and creates lasting memories that strengthen loyalty and belonging.

Admin notes

Coordinate with the travel or HR team to define what's covered — typically roundtrip airfare or train fare, 1–2 nights hotel, and per diem. Costs vary widely depending on employee location, so you may want to approve redemptions manually or assign different taco costs by region.