LET’S FACE IT – most of you will fall into this category. You’ve had months to plan and shop, yet you’ve waited until the last minute to tackle your holiday shopping list. But don’t fret. You have plenty of options locally to make up for lost time. They’ll never know how much you procrastinated. So get shopping before it’s truly too late.
For the crooked putter
A lifetime membership probably won’t help them putt straight, but at least they’ll be surrounded by others with similar drinking skills; $149.
TIPSY PUTT
95 Prescott Ave., Monterey | 297-9048, tipsyputt.com/tipsy-putt-monterey
For those who need to chill
Treat them with a spa day of massage and hydrating oils to clear their mind and leave them feeling relaxed and rejuvenated; prices vary.
SPA ON THE PLAZA
201 Alvarado St., Monterey | 647-9000, spaontheplaza.com
For the busy professional
Home cleaning services take care of what they have been neglecting to do due to their hectic schedules; prices vary.
TWO GIRLS FROM CARMEL
626-4426, twogirlsfromcarmel.com
For the one who can appreciate
A membership gives them unlimited access to a wealth of art that is constantly rotating; memberships start at $75.
MONTEREY MUSEUM OF ART
559 Pacific St., Monterey | 372-5477, montereyart.org
For the open sea adventurer
A private yacht charter on the Monterey Bay is a perfect way to experience fresh air and spot wildlife; $660 for up to six people, two-hour trip.
SHEARWATER SAILING
Municipal Wharf 2, Monterey | (650) 743-1389, shearwatersailing.net
For the sketcher or jotter
Give them a unique journal with fantastical covers that blow away the plain old office store variety; $31.75-$45.
UNTAMED FIRE
490 Orange Ave., Unit D, Sand City; 345 Main St., Salinas | 582-1724, untamedfire.net