If I want to tip a lady I just give cash. If you are simply interested in giving her a tip then just give her a tip. A gift card obligates her to spend the money at a certain place and may facilitate a trip out of her way. I tend to give small, more personal gifts more so than cash tips with my two favorite ladies but never a gift card.
Of course, all of this being said, a good lady will appreciate a kind gesture in whatever form it takes.

ladies have told me that a return appointment is very much appreciated.

If their site mentions gifts from a store or you've learned from talking to her what she likes, I think a gift card would make the gift more personable. As she uses it, she will be reminded of your thoughtfulness time and time again. A cash tip can go for a carton of cigs, a hamburger here and a fish filet there. Not quite as memorable, imo.

If gift cards are listed on her website....

I think that would be the way to go....

Not only are you giving her what she asked for, it shows you were thinking ahead that you were going to have a great time....

I've given one of my ATFs a gift card to Victoria Secret, and Best Buy on another visit....

RocketMan36

If you are thinking of giving her a gift, I would say a gift card over cash.  Check her website to see if she indicates any particular interests, and also pay attention during conversation. Sometimes you can get an idea of her likes and dislikes through conversation. I've given gift cards in the past and they seem to have gone over quite well.

you're never going to go wrong with a cash tip however I personally LOVE gift cards. In fact i was at best buys yesterday using a gift card from a special friend and i thought of him the whole time i was browsing and shopping

you're the best baby cakes (you know who you are!)

Kisses,
Jenny

Here is an interesting thread I found on the General Discussion board.

To me cash at the end of the session is too impersonal.  It is like your year end appraisal at work, if you met, or exceeded expectations, you get a bonus!!!

Having something bought especially for her, whether it be from her wish list, or even better, something unexpected that you think she will like based on what you know of her online persona, seems to mean more.

But like I said before, gifts can only set the tone of the session!!!  They provide non-verbal clues of your personality, and the type of session you looking for!!!

jazz32

Re: gift cards vs cash gift

Have done both.  Giving a gift card, especailly in context with a special occassion (holiday, birthday, anniversary), has always gone over extremely well.  It does take a little bit extra time to purchase one of these, and a quality lady will appreciate this...the last time I did this was during Christmas, and just seeing her face light up with delight was as memorable as the session...check that, it was the highlight of the evening.  Conclusion: if you have met with lady before, and things are ongoing, a gift or gift card will go over better...