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Make the season merry and bright by surprising your loved ones with personalized experiences you can only find in San Diego.
One-of-a-Kind Jewelry From Marrow Fine
Add some sparkle to the holiday season with by creating custom jewelry or revamping your existing heirloom pieces with help from Solana Beach's Marrow Fine. Founder Jillian Sassone's expert designers will begin with a consultation followed by a 3D rendering of your desired design. Eight to 10 weeks later, your custom piece will arrive, ready to wear! If time isn't on your side, you can also shop Marrow Fine's signature collection of rings, earrings and more, which Sassone describes as “a mix of art deco, midcentury and maybe a little boho, too.” Treat yourself or someone special.
See Chicago from Feb. 13 to 18 at San Diego Civic Theatre. PHOTO BY JEREMY DANIEL
Broadway San Diego Season Tickets
Surprise the theater lover in your life with Broadway San Diego season tickets. Highlights of the 2022-2023 season include showings of The Wiz (Jan. 9 to 14); Chicago (Feb. 13 to 18); MJ The Musical (March 5 to 10); Disney's Aladdin (April 3 to 7); Mrs. Doubtfire (June 4 to 9); and Peter Pan (July 30 to Aug. 4).
San Diegan Kimberly Herrell is the CEO and owner of Schubach Aviation. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
Fly Private With Schubach Aviation
Travel like an A-lister with Carlsbad's Schubach Aviation, which offers a range of jets and private planes to charter or rent. Plan the ultimate getaway for your loved ones and get there in style on the iconic Gulfstream G450, an ultraluxe, long-range jet that allows for nonstop travel to the East Coast, Hawaii or Mexico. With space for up to 14 passengers or six overnight guests—its 14 seats transform into four single and one double bed—the chic cabin provides a full-service galley, a four-seat dining table, Wi-Fi and in-flight entertainment. Fresh oxygen is replenished every two minutes as the vessel cruises at a sea-level altitude of 6,000 feet to curb jet lag. Head to McClellan-Palomar Airport to soar up, up and away in style.
Executive chef William Bradley turns food into art at the Michelin-starred Addison. PHOTO BY ERIC WOLFINGER
Michelin-Starred Dining at Addison
Nestled in beautiful Carmel Valley, Addison is the only three-star Michelin restaurant south of San Francisco. Impress the foodie in your life with an award-winning 10-course tasting menu created by chef William Bradley, who will take you on a journey filled with edible masterpieces that highlight the season’s best ingredients.
Let stress melt away at The Spa at Rancho Valencia. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
Spa Day at The Spa at Rancho Valencia
Give your loved one the gift of relaxation at Rancho Santa Fe's Forbes Five-Star pampering haven. Located at Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa—Southern California's only Relais & Châteaux property—The Spa at Rancho Valencia is known for its state-of-the-art fitness center, luxurious salon, outdoor relaxation areas and poolside cabanas. Recharge your mind and body by choosing from the spa's extensive menu options. Highlights include the Valencia bespoke facial featuring Biologique Recherche products, the one-hour Marine Mineral wrap and the Balancing Gemstone massage. Book the Lovers' Ritual or Sensual Plunge experiences to reconnect with your loved one through the art of massage. Read about our 15 other favorite spas in San Diego here.
The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe originally opened in 1924. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
A Luxury Staycation at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
A major renovation by Hollywood architect and developer Steve Hermann has breathed new life into The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, an elegant property that once hosted Bing Crosby, Charlie Chaplin and Mary Pickford. Book a stay in one of 85 cottages and bungalows, grab a drink at Bing's Bar and enjoy a dinner to remember at the signature Lilian's. The umbrella-framed pool equally charms, and your guests will be impressed that you'll be one of the first to stay at the inn—it just reopened on Oct. 17.
Luciana Emilia's collared cocktail dress in Holiday Red. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
Custom Gowns From Luciana Emilia Atelier
Known for her exquisite gowns marked by larger-than-life bows and classic patterns, local designer Luciana Emilia offers custom services where she can craft the gown of your dreams. Start with an existing silhouette, then choose your fabric, print, color, bow size, ribbon tail length and more. The possibilities are endless!
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