Amazing Christmas Gift Ideas
Written by: Jen Baker
With Christmas just around the corner we know how stressful it can be to get just the right gift for that special someone but don’t worry the Bull has you covered with our favourite gift ideas for all the special people in your life!
Vinturi – Deluxe Red Wine Aerator Set: $50
We love this chic and sophisticated aerator for every wine connoisseur on your list. Just pour any delicious red through the sleek floating tower et voila, the flavour, bouquet and finish are immediately enhanced after mixing with the air. The contemporary 6-piece set adds a lovely decorative touch that is easy to clean and dishwasher safe.
Bose – Quiet Comfort Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones: $330
Rescue the avid traveller from another hectic trip with a set of Bose noise-cancelling headphones. These bad boys not only provide exquisite sound quality while enjoying a favourite tune but offer the best noise reduction technology on the market. Available in both traditional around-ear and compact in-ear designs.
Swarovski – Baron Pierced Earrings: $160
Part of the latest Swarovski Baron collection, these elegant leaf-shaped earrings are rhodium-plated, shimmer beautifully in clear crystal with a tinge of blue and are embellished with crystal pavé. Expertly crafted, we know they will make any woman feel like a glamourous goddess this Christmas.
HydraCoach – Intelligent Water Bottle: $30
This clever water bottle is the first of its kind, designed to track and calculate real fluid consumption while motivating each drinker to achieve optimal levels of hydration. Practical and innovative this gift is perfect for athletes, outdoor adventurers and health conscious enthusiasts alike.
Nikon D5200 DSLR: $600
This beauty is designed to optimize creativity and effortless functionality, sure to bring cheer to the artsy visionary. Thanks to its 24.1 megapixel sensor and the 921,000-dot Vari-angle display, newbie photographers and enthusiasts alike will delight at the brilliant quality of their photos. Not only does the SLR come with HD video recording capabilities but its Wireless Mobile Adapter allows the user to instantly transfer each snapshot to their computer or smartphone.
Bellroy – Slim Sleeve: $85
Looking for a simple way to help improve the life of a man? Look no further than Bellroy’s fantastic line of wallets that perfectly blend style and convenience. The Slim Sleeve fits up to 12 cards and has a compartment for folded bills, but you’d never know it! Its unique sleek construction prevents the typical pocket bulk of other wallets. It is made from premium vegetable tanned cow leather and available in 8 colours (like Cognac and Blue Steel). Other collections offer wallets specially crafted for the outdoorsy type or the traveller. With so many options we’re sure you’ll find something for every man on your list.
Bonavita BV1900TS: $200
Treat the coffee lover to this highly praised, sophisticated Bonavita 8-cup coffee brewer. Recognized by the Specialty Coffee Association of America as part of its Certified Home Brewer Program, its simple but powerful design (1500-watts of power to be precise) provides consistently world class coffee in the comfort of home with the touch of a button.
Elmwood Spa Retreat: $250+
Pamper like never before with a luxurious Spa Package from Toronto’s breathtaking Elwood Spa. A truly zen experience, this urban oasis flaunts a lavish four floors, seven specialized treatment rooms, two steam rooms, an infrared sauna and rain shower. If that’s not relaxing enough guests can enjoy complementary water therapies (which include use of whirlpool, steam room, swimming pool and poolside lounge) and a delicious $33 three-course lunch at the adjoining Terrace Restaurant (in their comfy spa robe that is).
LG – 55EC9300 OLED TV: $3,500
Want a picture perfect gift that really dazzles? Look no further than this gorgeous 55 inch curved OLED TV by LG. Regarded as “the best picture we’ve ever tested in the lab” by PCMag, this majestic HGTV will provide the lucky recipient with hours of flawless entertaining exhilaration. Among the multitude of impressive features are Pixel Dimming, True Black and 4 Colour Pixel technologies that simultaneously enhance the viewing experience of vibrant colour and dark shots achieving unprecedented life-like quality.
Royal Caribbean – 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise: $1700+
Christmas is our favourite time of the year, but it can also be the most hectic. This season give the gift of tranquility with this tropical escape on Royal Caribbean’s stunning Navigator of the Seas. With everything from a rock-climbing wall, an ice-skating rink, a five-story theater to a miniature golf course, this 138-000-ton masterpiece is more like a floating paradise than a cruise ship. Spend a glorious week soaking up the beauty of Jamaica’s Montego Bay, snorkelling with stingrays at Grand Cayman Island and exploring the Ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum in Cozumel, Mexico. The downside – you may never want to come home again.
Jen Baker is a freelance writer, editor and poet. Currently she is the marketing and event coordinator at Live2Eat Catering, responsible for their monthly newsletter. She is a foodie with a passion for health, conscious living and aiding businesses with strategic planning and promotions. Much of her creative inspiration is fueled by world travel and mystical experience. Jen plans to transition into screenplay writing and is currently working on her musical comedy.
