The Holiday Gift List {Hot Deals and a Giveaway!}

We’re in the thick of it now! Hope everyone is enjoying the holiday season so far. As we begin to round the bend toward Christmas, am sharing a few treats and treasures that have caught my eye – and even some great deals and giveaways! Many make wonderful holiday gifts, stocking stuffers, “little something extras,” and one is a holiday perennial favorite in our home:

 

For the Classic Toy Lover:

“The Hess Truck’s back and it’s better than ever”   — you know the jingle. The Hess Toy Truck has been a holiday tradition since 1964 (and a holiday tradition in my family since 2010, when my son was born!), and is one of the longest running toy brands on the market. This year’s Hess Toy is a red Fire Truck with oversized tires, swiveling chrome-detailed fire hose nozzles, LED lights including a high-powered pivoting LED searchlight, a slide-out ramp and 4 realistic sound effects. The accompanying Ladder Rescue features a rotating extension ladder with a movable nozzle and push-activated friction motor. The truck is for sale online starting at www.hesstoytruck.com for $30.99 with free standard shipping and 5 Energizer® batteries included. #2015HessToyTruck

 

For the Travel Enthusiast:

Travel should be fun and restful, whenever possible. Here are a few essentials I had a chance to test drive on recent trips that would also make wonderful stocking stuffers and gifts for your favorite jet setter:

Comfy Commuter Travel Pillow: Not your typical travel pillow: the Comfy Commuter Travel Pillow’s patented flat-back design, assures that your head isn’t pushed forward like with an ordinary travel pillow, ensuring the comfiest journey possible. Test drove this on the six hour flight to San Diego earlier this Fall – it’s a winner, for sure! Available in Grey, Blue, Green and Pink (I have a pink one!) Made in USA, $29.99 available at: http://www.comfycommuter.com

VioLife Slim Sonic Electric Toothbrush: Who says you have to leave a deep cleaning back at home? Take your electric toothbrush with you on vacay (and in style!) with VioLife Slim Sonic’s electric toothbrush. Comes in a variety of bright colors and patterns, as well as a free replacement head and a AAA battery – making it both fashionable AND functional. $15.95 – available at ULTA and Dillards stores and at www.violife.com

Farmaesthetics® Cool Aloe Mist: This little wonder includes cooling and nourishing Aloe, Lavender and Bergamot in a conditioning spritz that provides moisture and refreshment especially on flights. Give a little spritz at take off, in middle of trip and again at landing to feel cool, calm and collected. Best part? Farmaesthethics products are 100% natural, contain certified organic ingredients and are not tested on animals. $25 available via www.farmaesthetics.com and select retailers including Four Seasons Resorts & Spa, Urban Outfitters and Terrain.

 

 

For the Gal or Guy on the Go:

Two words: Dunkin’ Donuts. Keep them running with The Dunkin’ Coffee Card,* fully loaded with 10 Large Hot Coffees or Teas. And an added perk for holidays? Dunkin’ Donuts is offering any Medium Hot or Iced Latte for just $1.99 from 2:00-6:00pm each day, no strings attached. Get a little afternoon jolt or holiday shopping pick-me-up. An added bonus? How about 3 Dunkin’ Coffee Cards just for YOU! A very special giveaway at the end of this post. ox

 

*Good for 10 large coffees or teas at participating locations. Valid once per transaction. Valid at participating locations in Metro NY including Long Island, Hudson Valley and Westchester counties, NY; North and Central NJ including Ocean and Monmouth counties; Albany, NY; Bennington and Manchester, VT; Connecticut; Central and Northeastern, PA; Saint Louis, MO

 

For the Foodie:

I LOVE my Le Creuset and use it for everything from soups and Sunday sauce to stews and braised dishes. Get your foodie friends and family cooking with a colorful skillet, Dutch Oven or other piece of fine enameled cast iron cookware that fits their fancy. Le Creuset is running a special now thru 12/25: get a FREE Gift with qualified purchases AND FREE SHIPPING. Click below icon for full details:

 

 

Out of these gifts listed, what are your must-haves to give or get? Comment below and (1) one winner will be selected at random to win 3 Dunkin’ Coffee Cards!

 

Wishing you a very happy holiday season!

oxox

mom a la mode

 

 

{This post contains affiliate links. Product samples of select items have been received for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are solely mine.}

 

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