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Christmas gifts from the Isle of Wight
Unusual gifts and exceptional packages available from the Isle of Wight offer the perfect solution for busy lifestyles this year, with a range of gifts suitable for the whole family available to order online. From Christmas hampers to extreme sports taster sessions, the Isle of Wight has something to offer everyone this Christmas, and all can be ordered from the comfort of your own home.
For those who would like something a little different this year, X-Isle sports provides the perfect chance for daredevils to have a go at a wide range of extreme water sports activities such as waterskiing, surfing, and kite boarding. For 2008, selected activities are being offered at half price. Gift Vouchers are also available, making it even easier to give a fantastic experience to loved ones this Christmas. 01983 873111 or www.x-is.co.uk
If nerves are feeling a little frazzled this festive season, why not indulge loved ones with luxurious skincare treats from Liz Earle. Festive pampering has never been easier. Each gift is tissue-wrapped in beautiful packaging with a matching gift tag to create a stylishly simple and elegant Christmas gift that can be mailed directly to friends and family ensuring the perfect Christmas surprise. From sumptuous stocking fillers to larger gift ideas, Liz Earle Naturally Active Skincare provides inspired gift solutions for all ages and skin types. Gift packages start from £10. 01983 813913 www.lizearle.com
Animal lovers will be delighted with the animal adoption scheme from the Isle of Wight zoo. It offers the perfect chance of helping to look after a wide range of animals, such as tigers, monkeys or even snakes. The online system ensures a fast efficient and informative service, with bronze silver or gold adoption packages. 01983 405562 or www.isleofwightzoo.com/adoption.php
Treat Grandparents this year with a wonderful Christmas hamper from the Isle of Wight, This traditional wicker hamper includes the following seasonal delights, luxury mincemeat, seasonal cranberry sauce, a brandy soaked fruit cake topped with glace fruit and nuts, handmade chocolate truffles, rye biscuits (ideal with cheese), mustard, chutney, marmalade, apple juice and a bottle of bubbly. The Wight Christmas Hamper (RefWHCC1O1) costs £88 plus p&p. Contact: 01983 875535 or visit www.wighthamper.co.uk
Teenagers can be hard to please, but they are sure to be impressed with tickets to the Isle of Wight's craziest and most unusual festival, Bestival, 5-7 September 2008 offers an exciting line up of artists, DJ's, and activities. Previous years acts have included, Chemical Brothers, Madness and Lily Allen. Contact: 08700 667753 or www.bestival.net
Ease the stresses and strains of Christmas and New Year with a romantic weekend away with that special someone. The Isle of Wight Jazz festival 11-13 April 2008, provides the perfect sea side setting for some post Christmas rest and relaxation, with a perfect mix of soulful jazz. Contact: 01983 856200 or www.iowjazzfestival.co.uk