Whether you are traveling to an island in the tropics or just across your home state, tourists will have some type of souvenir shop to browse through to find that certain gift to bring back to a loved one. Items containing the where you are logo is common, such as etched shot glasses, ashtrays, and magnets and can all, for the most part be found in every store you enter. But if you are seeking a special gift, not necessarily one that boasts where you are, sometimes the obvious and the small quaint shops are the best places to start.
If you happen to be traveling to Boston for vacation or business and would like to pick up something for a loved one or friend, there are some unique gift shops you can visit. The best gift you can give someone is one you have taken the time to look for. First off, find their special interests and go from there. What are their hobbies? What do they like to collect? Are you visiting the harbor? Don’t get something Nordic if you know they haven’t a single item in their home that resembles a boat. Always remember that you are not buying for you so don’t get someone something you like, get them something you think they would like, unless of course you know for a fact your tastes are the same.
Firefly Jewelry and Gifts is a small little shop with unique gifts for everyone. Girls love jewelry and Firefly has beautiful gifts for the teen. Try the unique “picture frame” jewelry holder. Earrings hang right in the mesh center and will hold all types of pierced earrings. These free-standing easel style frames are all hand painted so no two are exactly alike. There are also glass trimmed picture frames, glass etched trinket boxes with various patterns as well. Prices range from $25 to $40 for these. For the ladies there are hand painted wine glasses to celebrate her birthday, being a mom, or just the fact that she loves to shop. This glass features a woman’s dream – shoes and handbags! These are painted right on the glass. There are crystal bottle stoppers in an assortment of colors and styles plus unique jewelry from rings to bracelets and earrings to necklaces. Need to bring something home for the toddler? Firefly has adorable hooded towels to wrap up in, all with animal head hoods. Choose a pink poodle or brown cow, for example. These are $39 each. For him, or the sports fan, how about a map of Boston on a baseball? Or perhaps a hand painted Christmas ornament of Fenway Park.
Firefly Jewelry and Gifts is located on 270 Newbury St. in Boston. Their phone number is 1-866-834-7335 and their hours of operation is as follows: Mondays 10:30-6:30, Tuesdays 10:30-6, Wednesdays through Fridays 10:30-6:30, Saturdays 10-6 and Sundays 11-6. Major credit cards accepted.
Red Sox sports fan? Then you must visit the Red Sox Team Store known as the Yawkey Way Store. It’s located directly across the street from Fenway Park, on 19 Yawkey Way. Their phone number is 1-617-421-8686 and they are open year round Sunday through Saturday, 9-5 daily. They accept Visa, Master Card and American Express. For the avid baseball collector, Yawkey Way carries a huge selection of baseball paraphernalia as well as memorabilia photos, autographed baseballs, old black and white prints, old year books, etc. For the kids you can find sweatshirts, caps, baby t-shirts, jerseys, all with the Boston and Red Sox logos. Gift ideas also include watches for him and her, key chains, pins with team logos, jewelry, signs for your sports room, the Walley mascot stuffed doll, and even for your dog, you can dress him in a Red Sox bandanna or collar! Yawkey Way Store will have something for everyone.
Chocolate lovers can satisfy their addiction by visiting Beacon Hill Chocolates. Beacon Hill is famous for their Artesian chocolates not only from New England, but from around the world. Create your own choice of truffles in the gift box of your choice. This is a perfect way to personalize a gift, by choosing the flavors you know they’ll love. There are many keepsake boxes for all occasions such as birthdays, holidays, weddings or just pick one that suits your own personal interest. Depending on your piece count of truffles, prices will vary. Truffle prices start at $2.00 each. Assortment prices start at $16 for their 7 piece Classic Collection to $59.95 for a 32 piece assortment. Gift certificates are also available and the recipient can redeem the gift certificate over the Internet with Beacon Hill’s on-line shopping.
Stop in and visit Beacon Hill Chocolates while visiting historic Beacon Hill in Boston. They are located on 92B Pinckney St. Their phone number is 1-617-725-1900. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday 11-7 and Sundays 12-5.
