This Holiday Season, give your friends and family something they could really use to ensure that they're connected, comfortable, and caffinated in their 2011 PATH travels! From cool gadgets to commuting essentials, I'm here to break down the ultimate list in commuter gift giving this Holiday Season!
I'm making the list, be sure to check it twice to ensure your Hoboken commuter opens the perfect gift!
1. Eliminate the Unnecessary PATH Noise: The Ultimate Headphones
These days, you can't get on a PATH train without seeing everyone with the white Apple
earphones. But, let's face it, they fall out of your ears so easily and the sound quality isn't that great right? Don't look over-the-top with those huge headphones for that crisp sound quality, check out the new Etymotic customized ear phones! The $100 dollar price tag include a trip to your local audiologist so they can tailor the bud earphones to each individual aural canal. Three weeks later, you receive these state-of-the-art headphones at your doorstep.
Check out the bespoke headphones at etymotic.com $100
2. Rise & Shine: The Coolest State of the Art Alarm Clock for your Hoboken Pad
Let's face it, how many times has your phone died in the middle of the night and you've missed your alarm for work in the
morning? Nothing is more important to jump-starting your day than waking up on time for your commute. It's time to invest in an alarm clock, but let's keep it cool and stylish, shall we?
Details.com breaks down the ultimate "4 Clocks that Rock". My favorite,
The LA 73 Dolmen LCD Clock Radio by Lexon, $150 at lexonusa.com, featurin
g a earth-friendly bamboo casing with LCD Screen and Ipod adapter to wake up to your favorite tunes!
3. No Excuses: The Powermat Wireless Battery Charger
Never run out of battery power on your wireless de
vice again! This is perfect for the on-the-go Hoboken commuter. Get the wireless charging mat and receiver for your IPhone, IPod, Blackberry, and other wireless devices. The device attaches to the back of the phone and charges the phone instantaneously!
Starting at 39.99 at Powermat.com
4. Bring Your Friends and Family to Work Day: Digital Photo Travel Mug
Turn the traditional coffee mug into a something sentimental. Instead of keeping your loved one's pictures stuffed in the wallet for keepsake, keep them out on your coffee mug. This way, there's something to remind you of something besides your daily commute and a long day at the office!
Remember, like your Facebook account, you'll want to keep the partying pictures to a minimum.
Don't forget to stuff the stocking with starbucks gift card for extra measure.
Available for $24.99 at Thinkgeek.com
5. Don't be Shy! Get Minty Fresh with Colgate Wisp
There's nothing more uncomfortable than entering an early business meeting with that morning coffee breath. I always find myself running out of gum or mints at the most inconvenient times. Wisp can be used without water and actually cleans teeth, unlike gum or mints, and leave your breath smelling minty fresh! (Also great for nights out).
As Colgate puts it, "Don't get caught without it!"
Available at Drugstore Nationwide $8 for a 16 Pack
6. Men, Time to Tech-Up Your Style withThe USB Cufflinks
Carrying your heavy laptop into the City is nothing short of a pain in the neck, literally. Guys, can now whip out any file with the flick of a wrist! Make Fashion Functional: these stylish cufflinks carry a portable USB card with 2GB capacity for storing files. This is a neat way to breed the blazer cufflink and the USB card to make one techie Holiday Gift!
Available at Cufflinks.com for $195
7. The Ultimate Tech Consol for Work... and Play: The Apple IPad
This is perhaps the most popular gift to give (and get) this Holiday Season. With the ability to upload magazines, newspapers, books, music and videos, it's perfect for all-in-one, on-the-go entertainment on the PATH or buy the stand and create the perfect at-home entert
ainment consol. Why not punch the PATH Advisories website in as a homepage to keep your fellow PATH rider well connected into the New Year.
Starting at $499 at Apple.com
8. Ladies, Here's A Treat for the Feet: The Compact Dr. Scholl's Fast Flats
From personal experience, there is nothing worse than treading the long walk to and from work in those fashionably high heels. Yes, they are stunning and make your legs look amazing, but they are just so impractical! So, don't be the female commuter who pairs a pencil skirt with dingy gym sneakers. Ladies, please pick up these stylish (and inexpensive) fast flats for your girlfriends. They are comfortable, compact, and durable
$12.99 Available at Walmart and Wallgreens locations
9. Send them on a Virtual Trip to The Islands: Bob Marley's Legend (Remastered)
When your fellow commuter can't escape the winter blues this Holiday season, nothing is better than a PATH trip with Bob Marley - load up their ipod or ipad with these great mood-lifting tracks!
Available for 7.99 on ITunes Legend Remastered Because
Nothing makes you feel like you're on the beach with a Corona like "Is This Love"
10. THE ULTIMATE GIFT: The Unlimited PATH Smartlink Card
Wouldn't it be nice if we found a lifetime unlimited PATH Smartlink card under the tree this Christmas? If only Santa were that generous! Give your fellow commuter the gift you know they'll use in 2011. Jump start their New Year Travels with a
Smartlink gives riders more bang for their hard earned bucks! If you're constantly going in and out of the City like I am, you know this pays off.
One Month pass for only $54 at pathsmartlinkcard.com.
After that, your friend can easily refill online from the comfort of their home or office without waiting on the hectic line at the MTA machines.
Great ideas. Love the cuff links! Thanks!
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