By Holiday

Holiday gifts are bought under a deadline, so every guide here starts with a quick pick and then breaks ideas down by person or budget. Most of the season sits in three places: Christmas, New Year and St. Nicholas Day on December 6.

Each idea comes with a price range, an example model and a note on who it won't suit. If you're shopping for an office exchange, start with Secret Santa gifts; for kids in Spain, the big day is January 6, covered in Three Kings Day gifts.