To just give money for a friends 30th bday because

[mummybegood]

I dont know what to buy her she is a old friend but I see her maybe 3/4 times a year aibu. and what would be considered the right amount what would you do help xx.

I'd say that's fine, in a nice card saying she must spend it on something lovely for herself. Better than a slap in the face with a wet fish.
It's a big Birthday, so if you're feeling flush $50, but less if you're not.

Alternatively, you could order her some lovely things from Ren (who should be paying me a commission)

What about getting her a voucher for a nice beauty salon near her, so she can go for a massage/manicure/pedicure?

I would prefer that to money but maybe that's just me.

YANBU

they sell these giftcards in Sainsbury's

salonwish

A voucher or giftcard would be nicer than hard cash IMO.
A voucher for a pampering treat is always a nice gift.

The problem is though that lots of gift vouchers end up never being used, and some mad people just don't like pampering treats.
cash is practical, and always gets used

I wouldn't object if a close friend sent me money for a big birthday

If she's turning 30 then how about cash or vouchers to the value of £30

I second the idea of a cash gift. I detest vouchers - I currently have a quantity of vouchers for a certain shop and there is absolutely nothing I want there. Cash gives the recipient much more choice

If it was my birthday I would be thrilled with money and £30 sounds about right.