Shopping strategy
This is the year to avoid the stress of holiday shopping. We've studied trends and asked experts to come up with the best way to organize your holiday shopping experience. Full story »

Finding gifts outside the mall
Tired of the crowds and traffic jams at the mall? Look beyond traditional shopping centers to find gifts this winter. Full story »
Holiday countdown
Are the holidays approaching more quickly than you would like? CNN.com will help you wrap up all your holiday details with time to spare. Full story »
• Books your table will be proud of
• A delightful variety of children's books
• Flavors for the holidays
• DVDs way beyond 'Star Wars'
• Great music in a box
• CNN/Money: Holiday Money 2004
• GolfOnline: Holiday Gift Guide

GIFT FINDER: Need some gift hints to fill out your holiday list? Let Fido the gift-finding dog fetch ideas that match personalities of friends and family. Find a gift »
TEENY TINY GIFTS: Track down traditional and trendy miniature gift ideas that let your loved ones know that no detail, no matter how small, went unplanned. Gallery »
WRAP IT: If you have the perfect gift but are tired of the usual gift wrap, examine some new ideas for wrapping, boxing or bagging your presents. Gallery »