... We all know the old adage, "It is better to give than to receive," and with the impressive array of gift options at this year's New York International Gift Fair, these words of wisdom have never rang truer. First up was Mudpie, this very Upper West Side-inspired clothing line (think Charlotte York from Sex and the City) has something for everyone, from bride-to-be to bouncing baby. Great gifts ideas from Mudpie are the personalized piggy banks for the wee one or the monogrammed totes for your bridesmaids. Trinkets were definitely the dominant trend this season. Jewel-encrusted jewelry boxes ranging ... (think Charlotte York from Sex and the City) has something for everyone, from bride-to-be to bouncing baby. Great gifts ideas from Mudpie are the personalized piggy banks for the wee one or the monogrammed totes for your bridesmaids. Trinkets were definitely the dominant trend this season. Jewel-encrusted jewelry boxes ranging from red, green, black, ivory, and blue were seen from booth-to-booth. Miniature statuettes of lady's handbags were prevalent as well as small figurines that double as necklace and earring holders. Small replicas of shoes would make great stocking stuffers or add flair to any gift basket ...
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... International Food Fair and the North Eleuthera Regatta. Six or eight years ago, you would have been hard pressed to enjoy fine dining on Eleuthera. All that has changed. The Bistro at Sky Beach Club offers beachside/poolside dining with international ... from Nassau on BahamasAir, Pineapple Air, and Southern Air. Travelers from the eastern U.S., including New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore/Washington, Charlotte, and Atlanta, will find multiple daily direct flights to Nassau with easy connections ... Gregory Town, home of the annual Pineapple Festival, is also home to Pam's Island Made Gift Shop, featuring local handicrafts, and Thompson's bakery, creator of Eleuthera's famous pineapple and coconut ...
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