december-2009

Gift Guide
A little something for everyone on your list.
Don’t order that Snuggie just yet!
If you haven’t finished your holiday
shopping, no need to panic. You’re
not alone. Fifty percent of us leave our
holiday shopping until the last minute.
We’re here to help quell your shopping
anxiety. That’s why we compiled a Gift
Guide that shows you the best of what’s
out there. No matter which holiday you
celebrate, be it Christmas, Hanukkah
or Kwanzaa and whether you live in
California, Casablanca or Cannes, one
thing that unites everyone is that we
will spend money on gifts this holiday
season. For 2009, the National Retail
Federation estimates that the U.S.
will see $437 billion spent on holiday
purchases during November and
December. Americans on average plan to
spend nearly $682 on gifts this
holiday season.
In our guide, we spotlight some
different gifts that are vying for your
dollar this season. From great stocking
stuffers such as iPod accessories, to
electronic items including e-readers and
headphones, to higher-end items such as
jewelry and furs, we’ll show you all the
ways it’s better to give than to receive.
Although we encourage you to
consider the items we’ve selected when
you’re shopping for your loved ones this
year, it’s also important to remember
the spirit of the season. It’s a time to be
HEMISPHERES PROMOTION
with your family, to start new traditions
for the children in your life, as well as to
teach them old ones. It’s a time for giving
and forgiving, for laughter and memory-
For 2009, the National Retail Federation
estimates that the U.S. will see $437 billion
spent on holiday purchases during
November and December.
making. And the gifts you give—whether
they’re homemade cookies baked from a
family recipe, or the hottest new gadget
on the market this year—are just another
way to tell your friends and family you
love them.
We hope you enjoy your seasonal
travels, and that this guide takes a little
bit of stress out of your holidays.