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LBN GIFT GUIDE .  .  .

UNIQUE TREATS  . . .

Z Folio on Cannery Row, Santa Barbara & Solvang has an amazing collection of Bernd Wolf Egyptian inspired jewelry that is some of the most beautiful I've seen. The German designer's work is delicate in gold overlay with exquisite jewel work. Prices range from $75 to $2000. www.zfolio.com.

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TEXERESILK

Beautiful Silk Gifts for the entire family, plus silk pillow cases and scarves. These handpainted robes with slip sets are so elegant and a delight to feel on the skin. Look at the site for a bevy of lovely gift items to give all the special people in your life. www.TexereSilk.com 860-566-8700.

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Equadorian Blankets

Ecuadorian design blankets for cool nights will please everyone. Ecuadane has several designs; one for Christmas. $129.99. Proceeds help children in need. They also offer lovely poncho's and scarves. Visit the at www.ecuadane.com.

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Beautiful Mer-Sea Travel Wraps

Beautiful sea inspired wraps by Mer-Sea are perfect for travel and come in their own bag. Mer-Sea wraps for all seasons are the ideal accessory for cruising or vacationing. Visit: www.mersea.com.

THE ARTISAN GROUP

Exclusive Collection of Hand-Crafted Artisan Gifts

Devoted to providing the finest in hand-crafted gifts by local artisans this company offers the most beautifully designed gifts of jewelry, art, photography, and truely unique gift items. Visit their site to see the amazing artists represented and collection of thoughtful and creative gifts they offer.



Visit 
www.TheArtisanGroup.org


ASTARA SKIN CARE

This amazing line of skin care products include all you need to look radiant at any moment. They come in convenient travel cases that move through security easily. From a collection of divine masks to eye and skin care it is all good. 

Visit www.astaraskincare.com


SMART TRAVEL CURLING IRON
WITH SMART HEAT PROOF COVER

I love this Conair curling iron for its easy use and travel convenience. It adapts to electrical outlets and comes in a heat proof cover to allow me to put it in my bag immediately after use if I need to hurry to a plane. It's the perfect hair tool for any girl on the go.

 Visit: www.conair.com 

ROLF BLEU DESIGNS

If you are looking for an iPad cover or iPhone cover that would please "Coco" you've found it in Rolf Bleu products. We discovered Designer Cheryl Sterling at the GBK Productions Golden Globe celebrity lounge this year and are thrilled that she has created chic iPhone covers in all colors to please the most discriminating woman, as well as smart jewelry, fun hats and more.

 www.rolfbleu.com.


HOMMAGE - Elegance for Him

HOMMAGE takes shaving to a whole new level � a level where exquisite design and shaving technology come together for a truly indulgent shaving experience.

Hommage ShavingAll of this adds up to the first shaving experience that truly can be described as indulgence. A shaving experience that is uniquely HOMMAGE

Visit:www.hommage.com

ORGANIC OSCAR PET PRODUCTS
Organic Oscar was the hit of the PETA lounge in the Secret Room Events this year, and they produce healthy grooming products for your four footed friends that are so wonderful and the packaging is adorable.Go to their website and take a look - you'll love it!
Visit: 
www.OrganicOscar.com

CHEF'S CHOICE Cooking Delights

This amazing and time saving gift will please anyone who enjoys home-made pies. It makes four pies at a time, and guests love the individual little desserts created by you. Be it apple or meat pies they all turn out great - you can even use gluten free dough. This product is "easy as pie" to use.

Visit: www.Chefschoice.com.

"VIENNESE DARLING" PERFUME BY J.B. FILZ
The fragrance Viennese Darling (Wiener Lieblings-Duft) sells for (55 with gift box) and could not be more traditionally Viennese. Created in 1830 for Austrian Royalty by the founding Filz perfumer, its citrus elements do not overwhelm the balance. J.B.Fills Perfuerie, Graben 13, 1010 Wien.

Visit: www.parfuerie-filz.at.


SAMY'S CAMERA BEST IN CALIFORNIA

An outstanding company devoted to offering the best in photography equipment and materials to professionals and amateur photographers and videographers. Locations throughout Santa Barbara and West LA. Rentals, classses, specialty services and sales.

Visitwww.samyscamera.com

PILOT PENS - Fine Writing Tools
Pilot Pens was again the sponsor of the GBK celebrity gifting lounge in Beverly Hills for the Emmy Awards and their pens are incredible. If you love to write you will love their products. From everyday pens for work or school to exquisite writing instruments they have it all. Their pen with a retractable point is perfect for air travelers, and the pens are beautifully designed.

Visit: www.pilotpens.com.

CIRCLE OF FRIENDS FOR KIDS

These sweet little soap filled duck sponges are perfect for holiday bathtime. The company is known for its original and healthy children's products. 
Visit: 
www.circle-of-friends.com.

CHOCOLATS DU CALI BRESSAN
Jean-Michel Carre, French Chocolatier of the American Riviers, will design dream chocolates for Your special occasions, or corporate needs. Special holiday occasion chocolate boxes are divine French chocolates featuring unique and inspired designs and flavors. Chocolates Du Calibressan, Santa Barbara, CA, 805-568-1313. www.chococalibressan.com



LUCIEN ALBRECHT FRENCH CHAMPAIGN

Perignon What is more perfect for the Holiday Season, Ringing in the New Year, Valentine's Day or any sweet special occasion than this beautiful champagne from Alsace France. The packaging is as delicious as the champaign it contains.Imported by Pasternak Wine Importers, Harrison NY.

FAIRICHE SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

The ultimate in beautiful, pure products from Fairiche Skin Care Products are presented in beautiful, practical packages to travel well or use at home. I will testify that their Vivid Radiance Day Moisturizer is the finest product I've ever used for fighting dry skin while on the road. You will love how it makes your skin feel instantly. Five stars for this one!

 

Visit www.fairiche.com

CHEF'S CHOICE TEA KETTLE

Chefs Choice Stainless Steel Cordless Electric Kettle. Perfect for hot chocolate, tea or soup. Boils water more quickly than a microwave.

Visit: www.chefschoice.com for a store near you.


Life Bites News - Gifts For The Traveler


CELLULARABROAD
CellularabroadThe perfect gift for the world traveler in your family or company. This is the most convenient way to phone home. Visit:www.cellularabroad.com.

MAGELLAN'S
Magellan'sFor all your travel needs from A to Z Magellan's has it all. They are located in Santa Monica and Santa Barbara California or visit them online. Visit:www.magellans.com or call 800-962-4923.


MULTILINGUAL TRANSLATOR by Franklin

400,000 translations and 12,000 travel phrases to assist you in Dutch, English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Turkish. Includes world clock and calculator with metric currency conversions. Visit: www.Franklin.com

THE ULTIMATE IN TRAVEL
Travelsmith

www.travelsmith.com
Call 800-950-1600

IT'S LIGHT - IT'S TRAVELERS CHOICE 

For easy business or personal travel try this great new combo (small for computer & business items & larger for clothing, etc.) to experience a light and compact way to get through the airport. It comes in pink, silver and black and holds more than you would think.

For informtion on these and other Travelers Choice luggage favorites visit them at the site below.

Visit: www.travelerchoicecom

SOL REPUBLIC HEADPHONES

Take Your Sol Republic headphones with you for the best sound and some quiet time while in the air or on the train. They come in your choice of colors and are extremely comfortable to wear. The are perfect to use at the computer and come in wireless styles.

www.solrepublic.com for information.

SPEAK THE LANGUAGE 

For connecting with people in the destinations and foreign lands you are visiting there is a way to quickly learn your language of choice. Rosetta Stone has been providing assistance to those wishing to communicate with the people they encounter on their trips around the world with easy and efficient to use tools that make the process quick and effortless. They now have real people you can speak to with questions and assistance. 

To learn more at:www.rosettastone.com

SLEEP BEAUTIFULLY AT HOME OR ON THE ROAD 
The ultimate easy to pack sleepwear for women on the move, Wild Bleu sleepwear comes in comfortable gowns and pajama styles, made with the exclusive Wild Bleu fabric designed for sleep comfort. Keeps you cool when its hot and warm when its cold. For information seewww.wildbleu.com.

EAGLE CREEK'S CARRY-ON ES 

The perfect companion to efficiently hold all the 'must take' travel items.

See the latest in new compact luggage for frequent flyers from Hartmann, Samsonite, Eagle Creek and more at www.hartmann.comwww.eaglecreek.com.

RESQME LIFESAVING KEYRING TOOL
Carry this Resqme lifesaving tool on your keyring to save your own life in an auto emergency. This revolutionary new tool will cut your seat belt and allow you to free your passengers in urgent situations. The company also makes tools to break the window to get out of your auto if trapped.

Visit: www.resqme.com.


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