The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching—bringing with it good tidings and cheer. From tech accessories, VIP experiences and gourmet treats, check out the holiday season's most wishful gift ideas, indulgences and accessories to give or to receive.
Mumi Packing Cubes
Packing for any trip can be a challenge, especially traveling with kids. Miami-based entrepreneurs, Mumi Design, are here to the rescue. Their new space-saving durable, lightweight, nylon packing cubes, make packing and unpacking a breeze. The brainchild of two full-time moms, Mumi launched in April 2015, and is available in select boutiques in the U.S., Mexico, Colombia, Costa Rica and Brahmin as well as online.
Cost: $49
Caviar Russe Gift Packages
For those looking to give the gift of extravagance and sophistication, especially during the holiday season, Caviar Russe offers three impressive gift packages. With a recent expansion to Miami, the premier caviar brand and largest direct importer of caviar to the U.S., offers an array of holiday offerings perfect for those who feel and live like royalty. These gourmet delicacies are shipped from its restaurants/boutiques in New York and Miami and are also available for same-day delivery, or express next-day delivery within the United States. Four Seasons Tower (Ground Lobby), 1441 Brickell Ave., 305.902.6969
Cost: $225 to $4,995
Garmin vivosmart HR
Yes, the pumpkin pie is a must. Yes, the drink of choice at holiday soirees is the calorie-laden eggnog. But there are many tech gadgets that can help you stay active and fit perfect for that morning jog along South Beach's Ocean Drive or Hollywood's Broadwalk. Gamin's vívosmart HR activity tracker tops our list. In addition to measuring steps, calories and distance, the fashionable gadget measures floors climbed with its integrated barometric altimeter, providing accurate data and rewarding you for reaching your fitness goals. Garmin, 511 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, 305.674.7701
Cost: $149.99
Passport 305 Membership
Experience the best luxuries hotels and resorts have to offer with a membership from Passport 305. Secluded pools, private full-service beach cabanas, discounts on luxurious spa treatments, complimentary fitness centers and classes as well as dining and cocktails. The one-of-a-kind, innovative program by Runway Resorts, makes you the VIP at South Florida's top properties including, Islamorada’s exclusive Casa Morada, Newport Beachside, Nautilus, Hotel Astor and others, with plans to include properties from West Palm Beach to Key West in the near future.
Cost: $150 per week for most hotels, up to $2000 per year
Cuban Crafters Cigar Humidor
Even if you are not a cigar lover, you'll appreciate a finely crafted Spanish cedar humidor from Cuban Crafters Cigars, complete with gold plated hidden quadrant hinges, a hygrometer and a humidification system. Find all kinds of affordable gift items on everything from hand-rolled cigars to lighters and cases, from Miami's cigar megastore. Cuban Crafters Cigars, 3604 NW 7th St., Miami, 305.573.0222
Cost: $29.99-$1,199
Lexi Jewelry
In Miami, fashion and style are serious business. Whether you are enjoying brunch with the girls, partying like an A-lister at Bleau Bar in Miami Beach, or lounging poolside, jewelry adds a serious pop to any outfit. From personalized bracelets to handmade jewelry with accents inspired by nature and the sea, Miami designer Lexi Segre creates timeless pieces from shell, horn and bone in brass, silver or 14 karat gold-filled wire. The Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables, 305.445.8066; Mandarin Oriental Hotel & Spa, 520 Brickell Key Drive, Miami, 305.913.3808; Shades Boutique - InterContinental Miami, 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, 305.577.1000; Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan, 561.540.4880
Cost: $28-$200
AFROHEAD Rum
This premium aged dark rum from the West Indies will have you wishing for that dreamy, tropical vacation. Authentically crafted with a smooth finish, blended in small lots by rum savant Toby Tyler, the 7-year blend can be appreciated in mixed drinks, neat or on ice. The 15-year XO deserves the respect of being enjoyed straight up. Total Wines & More and Vintage Liquor locations; Sunset Corners, 8701 Sunset Drive, Miami, FL; Gulf Liquors, 1681 Alton Road, Miami Beach, FL
Cost: $29.99 (Briland 07), $44.99 (15-year XO)
Spa Atlantic
Treat yourself to a seasonally-inspired spa treatment from The Atlantic Hotel & Spa. The Holiday Bliss packages make the perfect gift to pamper a loved one. Choose from the Chocolate "covered" Cranberries package, the 75-minute anti-aging treatment that coats you in a warm chocolate cranberry; the 50-minute Cranberry Cosmo Facial that purifies and detoxifies through cranberries or the Mistle "Toes," a therapeutic cranberry paraffin pedicure designed to soothe dry skin and achy joints. The Atlantic Hotel & Spa, 601 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954.567.8085
Cost: Ranges from $50-$139
Sugarfina
Inspired by a third-date screening of "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory," Rosie O'Neill and her fiancé, Josh Resnick, ventured to create a fashionable luxury candy boutique for adults. At Sugarfina, you'll find gummy bears made with Dom Pérignon Champagne, chocolate-covered kumquats from Greece, rainbow-hued Kyoto Blossoms from Japan and many more candies that are just as beautiful to look at as they are to taste. The signature blue bento box presentation makes for splendid gift-giving. Sugarfina - Aventura Mall, 19501 Biscayne Blvd. Space #707, Aventura, 786.332.5686
Cost: Small cubes start at $7.50; large cubes $18; 2.5 lb bag $40; three-piece bento box $25
Pitbull's New Year's Eve Revolution Party
Televised nationally on FOX TV, it is out-with-the-old and in with the New Year at downtown Miami's Bayfront Park. Splurge on VIP tickets for the best views of this star-studded, music extravaganza hosted by "Mr. Worldwide," Grammy Award-winner and Hollywood Walk of Famer Pitbull, as he is joined by Rapper Snoop Dogg and TV-personality, Queen Latifah for the third annual Pitbull’s New Year’s Revolution Party. Check Bayfront Park Management Trust, Ticketfly.com and Eventbrite.com for ticket information.
Cost: $500 VIP tickets (2015) and $99 general admission
Flat Brim Miami Baseball Cap
Make a fashion statement and show some love for Miami with this stylish 100 percent cotton baseball cap embroidered with a pink flamingo. Part of the Goorin Bros.'s city cap series that also includes Boston, New York and San Francisco. Goorin Bros., 612 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL, 305.534.4287
Cost: $35
Evolution of Smooth Lip Balm
Although Miami may be immune to the harsh winters of other parts, it is still important to protect your lips from the harsh rays of the sun. The Evolution of Smooth offers active protection lip balm to ensure a beautiful softness that lasts. Enriched with jojoba oil, shea butter and antioxidant-rich Vitamin E along with SPF, it keeps your lips soft, well cared for and beautiful while protecting them from the sun. Flavors come in lemon twist with SPF 15 and in refreshing grapefruit with SPF 30. CVS, Walgreen's, ULTA and Target
Cost: $3.99
