Keisha Shakespeare, Staff Reporter
Customised gift certificates are available for everyone. - RICARDO MAKYN/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
FOR MANY, Christmas means a time to be with the family. Others see it as a time for sharing while some see it as the time of year to celebrate the birth of Christ. However, just as the time of Christ's birth when three wise men brought Him gifts, today gift-giving continues to be a major part of Christmas celebrations.
Many look forward to Christmas, as it is the time they are showered with gifts from family, friends and co-workers. Receiving gifts is never the problem but finding that perfect gift often becomes a burdensome task. This year, instead of walking for hours from store to store and trying to find that perfect package, give a gift certificate that says it all. The recipient makes his or her choice and you don't run the risk of choosing something they don't like. Here are some places that provide gift certificates for the ideal gift this year.
STRAWBERRY HILL HOTEL AND SPA
Brunch: $2,500 per person.
Room Packages:
Studio suits - US$400 plus 10 per cent service charge.
Deluxe one bedroom - US$275 plus 10 per cent service charge.
Spa treatment:
Motivation - US$160; two treatments plus lunch.
Bliss mini spa - US$130; one treatment plus lunch.
Fulfilment - US$250; three treatments plus lunch.
HEART AND SOLE
Customised gift certificate at your leisure.
YASHAY'S SPA AND SALON
Gift certificates can be customised for any service offered.
TOTALLY MALE
Can also be customised to match any of the many services as well as items for the wardrobe offered at the store.
D'CHOIX BOUTIQUE
There is no limit to purchases from sexy lingerie to statement-making outfits and a great selection of hats for church or the races.
HI-LO FOOD STORES
Offers tangible benefits through gift vouchers. These are issued in dominations of $500, $1,000 and $5,000. Also, you will get a five per cent discount if you purchase goods in excess of $2,000. Vouchers can be redeemed at any one of the 14 stores islandwide.
JENCARE SKIN FARM
Certificates can be customised to any value to purchase any service or product. Treat that special someone to some pampering at the island's most exclusive and trend-setting day spa.
DECORATOR'S CORNER
With a gift certificate, you can purchase anything in the store. From household items, glassware, perfume, to furniture starting from as low a $800 and don't forget that you can select wedding gifts from their very fabulous bridal registry department. Bargains galore are available at the annual Sapadilla Lane sale.
DEHRING BUNTING AND GOLDING LIMITED
You can go to any DB&G office and assign a dollar value to a gift certificate. The recipient then takes in the certificate to either open an account or add value to it.
IMAGES HAIR SHOPPE WOMEN ON THE GO
Shampoo and set or blow dry.
Women of Style: $3,000.
Including hair cuts and manicure/pedicure and more.
Women of Work: $3,800.
A package of five items.
Men of Work: A package of three items.
Men of Style: Package for $1,600.
Male of Comfort: Packages for $ 1,100 and more.
