Holiday and Travel Gifts

I wasn't sure where to put this blog post about a store dedicated to the canine world. Romantic gifts perhaps? No, that doesn't work. How about under birthday presents? I could only file it under specific ages so that was out. Finanlly I chose holiday and travels gifts, so I hope that's no too confusing.

I also hope that the many puns I intend to make won't send you barking mad!

Fetch and Co is based in Myaree in Perth and is the ultimate lifestyle shop for dogs, no bones about it. There are all sorts of products and gifts for dogs such as bedding, toys, bowls, collars and a range of natural grooming products for Fido and friends.

If you're looking for function over fashion at this mecca for mutts, you'll be barking up the wrong tree.  For example, Fetch and Co's dog collars are colourful and, dare we say it, quite fashion forward. Some are made from materials such as hemp, bamboo and organic cotton, so owners can pamper their pooch and be environmentally friendly at the same time.

Brands coveted in the doggy world include Molly Mutt dog doona covers, Daisy Dog dog bowls, Mimi Green dog collars and the Happytails spa line.  Perhaps your furry friend would like a facial, or just a relaxing mongel massage?

It's a dog's life at Fetch & Co, so much so that owners are encouraged to bring their canine companions along to the store.  Being in the doghouse takes on a whole new meaning at this shop!

Fetch and Co is located at Unit 12, 47 McCoy Street Myaree Perth. The phone number is 6142 1774.

FUNKY GIFTS FOR STYLISH TRAVELLERS.

Many people believe that travel has lost it glamour. I disagree!

Even in the crudest caravan park or the most horrid hostel for backpackers, you'll always find a stylish traveller with a sexy sarong, a stylish leather notebook, an exotic scent or an intriguing novel that lends them an air of mystery.

So when you're buying travel gifts for family or friends, keep in mind that stylish presents, rather than practical travel gifts, can be useful in their own intangible way.

Here are some gift ideas....

1.  Visit Ciao Bella Travel. This website sells travel gifts for women. I love their Apple and Bee Bowling bags and their Willow and Finch sleep masks.  PERFECT PRESENTS FOR GIRLS ABOUT TO EMBARK ON A BACKPACKING HOLIDAY.

2. WA-based natural skincare company, Sodashi has a range of gorgeous travel kits... including one for men (from $222.60).  They feature all-natural products such as cleansers, shaving emulsions, face mists, moisturisers, eye cremes and lip balms. They are infused with exotic aromas such as sandalwood, chamomile and rose. Plus there's a jet lag recovery kit for $51, a GREAT GIFT FOR FREQUENT FLYERS.

3.  If you've got a woman in the family who likes to take all her best clothes on holiday, she'll need quality laundry products to keep them looking good. The Laundress New York is as posh as laundry products get. They sell a travel pack that keeps even the most delicate delicate dress looking special. Their garment bag in also very stylish... and can be used for mens' suits or womens' dresses.  AN ELEGANT GIFT FOR MUM OR DAD GOING ON A CRUISE OR GRAND EUROPEAN TOUR.

4. FOR BUSINESS PEOPLE who spend alot of time travelling, this Italian leather passport holder from Piquadro is a thoughtful gift. Hand-crafted in Florence, it also holds credit cards and cash. And I bet it gets better with age.

5. If you really want to invoke the golden age of travel, why not treat the intrepid traveller to some luggage from Hermes. 

Their Fabourg Express cases have hunter hide leather and the lining is 100 percent cotton. A one tonne elephant can sit on these beauties without breaking them apparently. From $5230 they aren't a budget gift... but you can be sure these suitcases won't be left gathering dust at the back of the wardrobe. A STATEMENT GIFT FOR THE PRIVATE JET SET!

Happy gift hunting.