Buying gifts can be so difficult, y’all. Especially if the person you’re buying for is super cute and you really want to make a good impression. Well, if they read Bungalower, then they likely have great taste, so here’s a roundup of some great gifting ideas that are sure to impress.
Bungalower Media’s annual gift guide is finally here with a whole lineup of options for Orlando lovers, longtime residents, and City Beautiful newbies alike. We hope this list helps you really connect with that special someone in your life.
And don’t forget to use our handy interactive retail map to find a new local shop to fall in love with.
BUNGALOWER BUDDY KEYCHAIN – CLICK HERE
For a donation of $20, you can get a special Bungalower Buddy keychain that lets you “unlock” deals around town at participating businesses. It’s our own answer to a Buy Local program and lets you get out there and enjoy some of the best local options available. We add more and more businesses every month so remember to check HERE to see what’s new. Current members also get a monthly email with exclusive deals and offers not available to the average keyholder.
BUNGALOWER HOLIDAY BOX – CLICK HERE
The only thing better than a Bungalower Buddy keychain/membership is a Bungalower Holiday Box! This thoughtfully curated collection of locally sourced products is a great way to show your appreciation and support for the local businesses and community you love.
The Bungalower Holiday Gift Box includes:
- A one-year membership to the Bungalower Buddy program.
- A Bungalower Buddy keychain.
- A Can of Schtanky Danky IPA from Tactical Brewing.
- A 1/2 pound bag of Bungalower Blend Coffee from Lobos Coffee Roasters.
- A Bottle of Hot Sauce from Moe DeWitt.
- A Howliday Dog Biscuit from Eola Pets.
- A bar of handcrafted soap from Indeu Apothecary.
Click the link above to get one of these limited boxes in time for Christmas.
BURROW PRESS SUBSCRIPTION – CLICK HERE
Give your book-loving friends something to squee over with a subscription to local indie Orlando publisher, Burrow Press. Members get four books by Florida authors sent to their mail box a year and access to private book-loving events.
FRESH AF DUDS FROM DUVIN – CLICK HERE
This brand was created by Lake Highland Prep graduates and is taking the region by force with its fresh AF designs and gear. Shopping from their tricked-out schoolie shop is something every Orlandoan should add to their local bucket list. Be sure to check out their latest collab with Orlando Magic too.
MEMBERSHIP TO ENZIAN THEATER – CLICK HERE
Become a member at Enzian Theater and enjoy a year’s worth of discounted admission to movies, one free popcorn per show, and discounted admission to select programming. The higher the membership level, the more the perks. Click the image for more information.
FLORIDA STATE PARKS PASS – CLICK HERE
You can get an Annual Entrance Pass to all of Florida’s State Parks for just $60. Click the image to order one for your outdoor-loving loved ones. Annual entrance passes can be purchased at all park ranger stations and museums during regular business hours, 365 days a year. Please call the park in advance to ensure availability.
PLANT SUBSCRIPTION THE HEAVY – CLICK HERE
Instagram-ready shop, The Heavy, is ready to supply subscribers with a unique four-inch diameter plant to take home with them every month for $108 a year. Click the link above for more information.
YUMMY SMELLS FROM LA JETEE – CLICK HERE
The store is owned by Joseph Todd who happens to own downtown venues Bauhaus and Hanson’s Shoe Repair (Website) and is a passion project for the Orlando resident who has a deep passion for perfume. The name of the shop was inspired by one of Todd’s favorite films of the same name, La Jetee, a 1962 French science fiction featurette by Chris Marker that later inspired Terry Gilliam to create 12 Monkeys in 1995. The shop is only the second perfumery in the state of Florida and carries some of the rarest and best-rated perfume houses. Say hi to Lulu the shop dog if you see her pressing her cute little nose against the window at you.
BARKUTERIE BOARDS FROM EOLA PETS –
CLICK HERE
Maybe you only sort of like someone but absolutely love their fur baby. Skip buying that garbage human a present and gift something to their dog instead. Our pals at Eola Pets have adorable charcuterie boards made for doggies and Bungalower Buddy members get discounts there with their special keychains.
SUNCARDS FOR SUNRAIL – CLICK HERE
Sometimes people only try things because they can do it for free, so why not gift a friend or loved one with the gift of free transportation? SunRail has reloadable SunCards that can hold a prepaid value and let you tap on and tap off at your leisure. Be sure to let your friends know about the bike trails they can access via the SunRail too, like in DeBary – like we did HERE.
SOAK IN BEER, WITH A BEER – CLICK HERE
There’s a spa on International Drive where you can pour your own beer while soaking in a tub full of beer. Each private room will have self-serve beer taps with three choices of beer, and red and/or white wine. The spa rooms also have an infrared sauna, private rooms, and a cozy atmosphere. Go check them out!
AN OMAKASE/CHEF’S TABLE EXPERIENCE
Sometimes nothing says “I love you” more than spending a big chunk of change on a multi-course dinner. Orlando has a variety of amazing chef’s table experiences to choose from, but some of our favorites include Foreigner in Audubon Park, Kaya in Mills 50, Susuru Juju in Colonialtown, and Camille in Baldwin Park. Maybe bring a little tasteful jewelry or something to gift with dessert though too if you’re hoping to get lucky.
GO CATCH A SPORTSBALL GAME AND EAT ALL THE THINGS
Support a local sports team and become a season ticket holder. You have plenty to choose from too, including Orlando Magic, Orlando City Soccer and Orlando Pride, Orlando Solar Bears, Orlando Squeeze, Orlando Guardians, and the new Flowrida Goats.
GIVE THE GIFT OF FUNGUS – CLICK HERE
Give the gift of amateur mycology to your loved ones so they can enjoy their own homegrown shrooms, cultivated with 100% organic ingredients. Choose from Instagram friendly pinky or blue oysters, or the more subtle-yet-classy Italian brown, or the bulbous and vaguely sensual lion’s mane varietals to match the personality of your giftee.
UNLOCK THE SUNSHINE STATE – CLICK HERE
This book is not only aesthetically titillating, but it’s also full of amazing things to see, do, and rejoice in the Sunshine State. Learn about worm grunting and airbrush painting and the people who keep those crafts going in the post-capitalism hellscape we find ourselves in today.
BONUS RANDOM GIFT IDEAS WE LOVE:
- A NIGHT AT THE BEAUTIFUL TOM AND DAN AIRTND – MORE INFO HERE
- A POCKET GUIDE TO PIGEON WATCHING – MORE INFO HERE
- AROMA CERAMIC STONE DIFFUSER ANIMALS – MORE INFO HERE
- BOTTLED DRESSINGS AT HUNGRY PANTS – MORE INFO HERE
- CUSTOM 3-D CITY MICRO-SCAPES – MORE INFO HERE
- LEGO SUCCULENT ARRANGEMENTS – MORE INFO HERE
- MYSTERY TACKLE BOX – MORE INFO HERE
- SAD DUCK NIGHT LIGHT/PHONE HOLDER – MORE INFO HERE
- SINKING CITY STRATEGY BOARD GAME – MORE INFO HERE
- SPONSOR A SLOTH CROSSING – MORE INFO HERE
- SPONSOR A SLOTH CROSSING – MORE INFO HERE
- JOIN THE “BUY NOTHING” MOVEMENT – MORE INFO HERE
