Tis the Season!

Can you believe it? We did it! We made it to December of 2020! Hallelujah!!!

That means it’s officially the “Most Wonderful Time of the Year” again! Now that we’ve all had our fill of leftover turkey and dressing, it’s time to get into the Spirit of Christmas.

And what better way to get into the Christmas spirit than by… shopping?

Whether you enjoy holiday shopping or not, the time has come. And even though shopping might look a little different this year, fear not! EW Bullock has come up with a Top 10 list of perfect gift ideas for your friends and family, many of which you can even purchase from the comfort of your own bed!

1. Grand Marlin Gift Card: Need a quick and delicious holiday gift idea? Purchase a Grand Marlin gift card, now through Dec. 30th, and receive a Bonus card worth 20%! You can pick up gift cards in person or purchase online at thegrandmarlin.com/pensacola. It’s that simple!

2. Pensacola Sports – 3 Run “Reindeer Sleigh Package”: The runner on your list will be delighted to get this package that includes registration for The Double Bridge Run, Bayou Hills Run and the Women’s Half Marathon. Choose from the long version of each race, or the 5K option for each. Purchase online here.

3. Pensacola Energy’s Fiesta Seafood Cookbook OR Flavors of Fiesta Cookbook – Have a friend or family member who loves to cook? Recreate the true taste of Pensacola with two cookbooks to choose from! The Pensacola Energy cookbook features 200 recipes from Pensacola’s top chefs, collected from 14 years of cooking demonstrations. Purchase online here. The Flavors of Fiesta cookbook contains 400 recipes from local chefs and features many restaurant favorites. Purchase online here. Either would make a perfect gift for your foodie-loving family and friends.

   4. Margaritaville Beach Hotel – We get it. 2020 was a tough year. So why not splurge on a waterfront, spring break getaway vacation to make up for it? And with Margaritaville’s new “Check-In, Help Out!” promotion, for every night of your stay, the hotel will donate $5 to the Red Cross to help those affected by Hurricane Sally. Guests will also receive two complimentary margaritas and a $5 nightly hotel credit during their stay. Offer available until July 31, 2020 with Promo Code: TIS20

   5. Pensacola Beach Boardwalk – Whether you’re looking to purchase boutique clothing, jewelry, artwork, trinkets, beach supplies or swimwear, the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk has something for everyone and is open to all. So shop in person, or purchase gift cards from your favorite boardwalk businesses online!

• Ardor Boutique
• Envie Boutique
• Ron Jon Surf Shop

 

6. Centennial Imports – Ready to drive your dream? Dream big then and head to Centennial Imports of Pensacola to schedule a test drive of any Volvo or Mercedes-Benz model in inventory. With competitive prices, let Centennial Imports guide you along the way for stress-free car shopping.

    
   
   

7. Gulf Coast Yacht Group – You’re sure to make plenty of waves with this ultimate luxurious gift! Whether it’s for pleasure cruises close to home, or long-range sport fishing, GCYG is dedicated to helping boaters celebrate life on the sea. Check out a new Hatteras or Cabo yacht from Gulf Coast Yacht Group today.

8. Dolphin Splash Encounter at Gulfarium – Enter Flipper’s world for an unforgettable experience as you get up-close-and-personal with these sleek and graceful animals. While in shallow water, you will get to play, touch and learn about Atlantic bottlenose dolphins alongside a Gulfarium trainer. For Ages 8 and up only! In addition, the Gulfarium is offering a Holiday Membership Sale – 30% off all memberships – now through December 31! Purchase on site or use the online code TINSEL at gulfarium.com!

9. Sun Belt Conference Championship – Marking the beginning of NCAA March Madness, don’t miss out on the Sun Belt Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championship games at the Pensacola Bay Center March 5-8, 2021. All 12 conference members will compete in single-elimination games, and the women’s and men’s champions will be crowned on Monday. Ticket packages include a ticket to each session selected and range in price from $30 to $75 (for children) to $100 to $250 (for adults.) Purchase tickets here!

10. Blue Angels Specialty License Plate – Show your love for the U.S. Navy Blue Angels by reserving this brand-new Florida license plate design now for a loved one! The plate features four blue and gold F/A-18s between the words “Florida” and “Home of the Blue Angels.”  Purchase online here!