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Make holiday gifting easier with 90+ gift ideas in this special edition newsletter, put together with our shopping + deals site The Buy.

Win the holidays with these gift ideas

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Embrace the holiday giving season with this guide that’s got something for everyone, including local finds. | Graphic by 6AM City

Season’s greetings, San Diego. Festive time is upon us — and in between hot cocoa drinking and twinkle light hanging, we’re guessing you’re shopping for a few special people on your list. Look no further than the official SDtoday gift guide, with 90+ gift ideas including unique local treasures and the season’s hottest items.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for parents." — Including a jumbo cooler bag and conversation starters for kids.

Local pick: Callie gift card | $5-$500 | Mom and dad deserve a night out — treat them to dinner at Chef Travis Swikard’s renowned hot spot.

Ceneda large cooler bag | $24.99 | This insulated, leak-proof tote is perfect for family road trips, beach trips, and everything in between.

Car backseat organizers | $19.99 | Speaking of road trips, these backseat car organizers are every parent’s best friend + come complete with a tablet holder.

200 Kids Conversation Cards | $29.97 | Transform family dinners with a conversation-starting card game that asks kids and adults fun and meaningful questions.

Local pick: Carruth Cellars Monthly Wine Club membership | $55+ | So they can enjoy a monthly bottle of wine selected by the winemaker and other perks that are poppin’.

Bento Lunch Box | $32.99 | Gift parents an organized + colorful lunch box complete with a food jar, dividers, and silicone utensils.

Smart calendar + chore chart | $319.99 | The future of chore charts is here — treat parents to the ultimate family organization tool, complete with Google calendar syncing, color coding, and meal planning.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for young people." — Including a glitzy tumbler and Spikeball.

Local pick: Baby Mahogany Taylor guitar | $449 | Get your young music enthusiast in tune with the very best from this El Cajon-based company recognized globally for it’s top notch guitars.

Women’s cropped quarter zip | $34.99+ | A bestseller in women’s fashion sweatshirts, this cropped sweatshirt comes in multiple colors and includes a thumb hole.

Spikeball set | $69.99 | A popular yard game they’ll want to play immediately after unwrapping.

Blank Slate game | $24.99 | Get the whole family laughing together during holiday gatherings with this highly-rated word association party game.

Studded bling tumbler | $31.99 | The perfect gift for the glitz lover in your family.

Local pick: Cosmic Crusher Sector 9 skateboard | $199 | Skateboarding is one of SD’s favorite pastimes — get your young local on board with a ride from this local company.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for homebodies." — Including a puzzle board and the prettiest tea set.

Local pick: The Ten Planter with Stand | $205 | Add a pop of color to any space with this 10-inch, stoneware planter from the local brand.

Vintage bookshelf Scrabble, Monopoly, and Clue | $114.99 | Gift three of the most popular classic board games in an elegant set that will bedeck any bookshelf.

Rotating puzzle board + poppy puzzle | $99.99 + $24.15 | Puzzle-lovers will appreciate this rotating puzzle board complete with drawers for sorting pieces — pair it with a colorful, cheery poppy puzzle.

Local pick: Better Buzz coffee pods | $15.49+ | Grab a cup of the buzzy coffee without going farther than the kitchen.

Cotton waffle bathrobe | $119.99 | A luxury hotel + spa-quality waffle robe crafted from 100% cotton and silk.

Heated foot massager | $89.99 | Equipped with infrared heating, this soothing foot massager will comfort and soothe sore feet.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "For your significant other." — Including comfy flannel and the best slippers.

Local pick: Chuao Chocolatier Signature Gift Box | $84.99 | Sweeten up the holiday season with a variety of gourmet chocolates from the Carlsbad-based chocolatier.

TheraGun Mini Massage Gun | $199 | A compact and travel-sized deep tissue massager that can relieve sore muscles and speed up recovery in between workouts.

Women’s Orolay Thickened Down Jacket | $149.99+ | The ultimate winter coat that’s windproof, warm, and stylish.

UGG Tasman Slipper | $110.00 | Gift your partner the perfect winter slipper that can be worn both in and out of the house.

Local pick: The Gondola Company: Sunset Cruise for Two | $163.24 | Watch the sun go down on San Diego Bay as you relax in a gondola that departs from Coronado.

Sherpa-lined flannel shirt jacket | $49.90 | Choose your favorite plaid pattern + snag them a warm jacket great for hiking, trekking, and camping all season long.

“From the library of” book embosser | $17.95+ | For the partner who loves to read, this personalized gift will add flair and meaning to their home library.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for neighbors." — Including a jam advent calendar and an heirloom pie dish.

Local pick: La Jolla Shores candle | $34 | Featuring the aromas of fresh coconut, sandalwood, cedar, and amyris, this locally-made candle will have your neighbors enjoying that beach life daily.

Toschi Amarena cherries | $19.99 | Perfect on cheese boards, atop ice cream, or straight out of the jar, these Italian Amarena cherries are a little luxury.

Pompom fringe blanket | $22.99 | Because who doesn’t love curling up with an ultra soft blanket at the end of the day?

Wine opener gift set | $59.99 | Level up neighborhood wine night with a wine decanter set complete with an electric opener, aerator, and foil cutter.

Local pick: El Nopalito tortilla chips + salsa | $15+ | Hook your neighbors up with this locally-made snack — pick up salsa, guacamole, and hot carrots from El Nopalito Market in Encinitas to round out this delicious gift.

Le Creuset heritage pie dish | $55.95 | Give the gift of a classic, heirloom pie dish they’ll bake comforting treats in for years to come.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for students." — Including the best headphones and a dorm-friendly basketball hoop.

Local pick: San Diego Padres Endzone Plus Wireless Power Bank | $54.99 | This 5,000 mAh portable charger is easy to bring on the go.

Stanley Quencher | $45 | The internet-famous water bottle, available in cute colors like Matcha Cream.

Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones | $549 | Splurge on a student with Apple’s noise-cancelling headphones — perfect for late nights spent studying at the library.

Rocketbook Everlast Fusion notebook | $37.00 | A digital notebook for to-do lists, lecture notes, and goals — save notes to the Cloud and wipe it clean for another use.

Crock-pot electric lunch box | $44.99 | Commuting students and interns can have hot meals on the go with this portable Crock-pot.

Local pick: Vuori Hip Pack | $42 | This super trendy style from the Encinitas-based brand will make it easy for them to carry all their essentials to class.

Ceiling Swish mini basketball hoop | $35.99 | An addictive mini basketball game to hang on the ceiling and complete any dorm room.

Cropped puffy vest | $36.97+ | A stylish vest for warmth walking to classes.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for pet owners." — Including the best lint roller and a pet cam.

Local pick: Real Dog Treat & Chew Box | $60 | The perfect gift to keep their dog happy and entertained.

Chom Chom Roller | $27.99 | Pet owners will be amazed by how much hair this reusable lint roller picks up from carpets, clothes, and couches.

Thoughts of Dog 2025 calendar | $17.99 | Gift a daily pup-spective of a sweet dog with this adorable and funny daily calendar.

Cat tunnel bed | $48.99 | A plush and ultra-soft cat pet bed with a fun feature — there’s a tunnel inside for cats to explore.

Local pick: Pets First San Diego Padres jersey | $29.99 | So their furry friend can rep our local team.

Furbo Mini Pet Camera | $99.00 | The ultimate home security camera for watching pets while you’re away.

Pawprint keepsake kit | $16.95 | A DIY kit for pet owners to make their very own personalized clay pet keepsake.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for adventurers." — Including a classic outdoor beanie and a two cup cook set.

Local pick: Rusty SD RT RE surfboard | $775 | This shortboard is the local brand’s most popular surfboard and can work in almost any conditions.

Thule 614 Pulse Rack | $599.95 | The ultimate car rooftop cargo box for someone that spends more time outside than they do indoors.

Carhartt men’s knit cuffed beanie | $19.99 | This classic Carhartt knit beanie has 100,000+ five-star reviews for good reason — it’s durable, warm, and available in 35+ colors.

Local pick: San Diego Hat Co. El Campo hat | $49 | Every San Diego explorer knows that sun protection is a must, and this sun hat has a 5-inch brim with SPF 50 protection.

LifeStraw Collapsible Squeeze Bottle Water Filter System | $32.89 | For that special someone who’s always hiking or backpacking, this collapsible LifeStraw water bottle is a gift that will keep them hydrated for years to come.

Waterfly crossbody sling backpack | $34.99 | A light backpack designed with hiking in mind — adventurous friends can sling it on their back or chest and walk in comfort.

Stanley The Nesting Two Cup Cook Set | $25 | Made for outdoor cooking, this efficient little cooking kit can whip up hot meals, coffee, or boiling water.

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