Entertainment & Connectivity

SkyMall to the Rescue: A Holiday Gift Guide

December 1, 2014 | Written by Jessica Sammut

Need a leg up on your holiday gift shopping but don’t have the time? Not to worry, the APEX media team has you covered with this handy SkyMall-themed Holiday Gift Guide, shoppable from the convenience of your airplane seat. We scoured the Holiday 2014 edition of the infamous in-flight magazine and chose the best gifts for everyone on your list.

For the foodie: The meat-lover in your life will have delicious dreams with this Bacon Pillow (p44). Need a vegetarian-friendly option? Opt for the unforgettable yet classic Pierogi Ornament (p15).
For the new parent: Any new parent will appreciate this Tortilla Baby Swaddle Blanket (p16) that brings a new meaning to the phrase “he’s so cute I could just eat him up!”
For the man who never grew up: Not just for kids anymore, the Adult Plush Ball (p19) offers hours of racing fun and holds up to 250 lbs so your kids won’t be complaining about how “dad broke the toy” again.
For the workaholic who never has time to exercise: We all have that friend who works non-stop and then complains they never have time to do anything but work. Stop them in their tracks and get them pedaling with the FitDesk (p105), an exercise bike that let’s you workout while you work! Beach cruiser style seat included.
For the friend without a car: No wheels? No problem with Orbitwheel (p32), a transportation device that SkyMall describes as a “cross between a skateboard and inline skates.” Now your friend won’t have any excuse to miss your Friday night dinner party.
For the dog-loving Trekkie: The Star Trek Captain’s Chair Dog Bed is the perfect gift for that friend who only schedules doggy-dates with fellow Star Trek fans. According to SkyMall, the comfort level is “out of this world.”
For the creepy trendsetter: We all have that super fashionable friend who always has the latest garms. This Winky Cross Body Bag (p93) will set them ahead of the trend and the “wink as you walk” feature is sure to get everyone’s attention.
For the grammar enthusiast: At an amazing price-point of $19.95, this “Commas Save Lives” t-shirt (p86) is a no-brainer for that friend that constantly corrects your Facebook status.
For the person who has everything: We all know someone who is just impossible to buy for. We can guarantee they won’t have this Seabreacher Customized Boat (p167). Get it for the low price of $85,000.
For the #avgeek: Any frequent flier will appreciate the In Your Face Holder for Smartphones (p107). The handy holder is lightweight and and will keep your gadgets safe from the many “post-holiday” in-flight beverages.

Can’t get enough of SkyMall? Shop online and “search the coolest stuff on the planet.”

Read our feature travelogue on SkyMall in The Architecture Issue – written by our very own APEX Media publisher, Al St. Germain.