London, May 26 (ANI): Kylie Minogue has decided that giving is better than receiving as she prepares to mark her 40th birthday this week.

The pop princess has been hitting the shops in Europe in between her concert tour performances to choose gifts for guests invited to celebrate her birthday on May 28.

She's currently in Germany but will fly to Paris to celebrate with family and friends.

"Kylie has been spending some of her rare rest time on the European tour looking through boutiques and antique stores for gifts to give to her guests," The Sun quoted, a source as saying. he singer loves giving gifts and she loves shopping, and money is no obstacle.

"She has also asked guests not to bring gifts for her as she knows she is near-impossible to buy for," the source said.

"It will be a grand party but she doesn't want a major all-night bash. She's in the middle of touring and can't afford to get too tired after her recent health problems," the source added. (ANI)