We get it – you’re busy. And this might mean that sometimes you find yourself leaving items on your to-do list (To Do: Buy holiday gifts) until the last minute. So here’s some good news: Just because there are only a few days left in the holiday shopping season does not mean you need to compromise. These gift ideas, available for easy pickup, are sure to be well recieved. -Tajha Chappellet-Lanier
For the Gift of Relaxation
A gift certificate for a massage at Spa Adeline; Prices vary
Hyatt Regency | 1 Old Golf Course Road, Monterey | 208-5599, spaadeline.com
For the Shining Light
Elegant beeswax candles made locally by Mo&Co Home; $16 and up
Elroy’s Fine Foods | 15 Soledad Drive, Monterey| moandcohome.com
For the Hygge Adherent
A pair of cozy wool – or cashmere blend – socks; Prices vary
The Sockshop | Ocean Avenue, Carmel | 624-6044, sockshoponline.com
For the Environmentally Friendly Recipient
A sustainable bag by designer ORI London; $68
The Power Plant Coffee | 7990 Highway 1, Moss Landing | 318-0908, thepowerplant.store
For the Artist in Residence
A year-long membership to the Monterey Museum of Art; $60 and up
Monterey Museum of Art | 559 Pacific St., Monterey | 372-5477, montereyart.org
For the Fashionista
A unique piece of jewlery made by local artist Meridith Ellis; Prices vary
Ami Carmel | 5th Avenue and Dolores Street, Carmel | 620-1600, amicarmel.com
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