Gifts They Will Love, From The Islands We Love
Whidbey and Camano Islands Tourism is proud to launch its highly anticipated 2020 holiday gift guide, featuring local artisan crafted goods, natural bath and body products, locally produced gourmet foods and more. Support Island makers and enjoy a range of items ideal for entertaining or gifting – from Penn Cove Mussels to handmade candles, lodging deals and more. The printed guide will be mailed to Island County residents beginning November 14 and a digital guide can be found beginning Monday, November 16 at whidbeyandcamanoislands.com.
“This year, travel was abbreviated to short, distanced getaways - or for many - scrapped altogether due to COVID-19,” notes Sherrye Wyatt, film liaison and marketing manager for Whidbey and Camano Islands Tourism. “The artisans, producers and innkeepers of our destination have felt this economic impact in a very real way. Here’s a way to support the islands and wrap up the year with gifts for those you love, from one of the Pacific Northwest destinations you love.”
The majority of the items featured in the online guide are available for nationwide shipping. For those looking to venture out for a holiday staycation or a place to host relatives, a variety of island lodgings are offering 20 percent off a three-night stay. All Island County shops, tasting rooms and producers have put special COVID-19 precautions in place to ensure that visitors can shop safely this holiday season.
Highlights of included in the ‘Shop Local’ gift guide are as follows:
Gourmet Goods
Sweet Mona's Chocolates. Ship handmade confections nationwide direct from this quaint Langley storefront. Local pickup is also encouraged. @SweetMonasChocolates
Smoked Penn Cove Mussels. Perfect for gift giving or entertaining, these petite size smoked mussels are a delightful accompaniment to pasta dishes, chowders, topped on a crostini or right out of the can. Note that fresh mussels, clams and oysters can now be sent fresh to the doorstep. @PennCoveMussels
Coffee from Camano Island Coffee Roasters offers direct to door shipping. Purchases offer delicious cup of jo and supports ethical farming and fair trade. @CamanoIslandCoffee
Mutiny Bay Blues offers an incredible online shop dedicated to a celebration of these famous blueberries grown on Whidbey Island. Find preserves, granola and the dried blueberries included here in the online shop. @MutinyBayBlues
Handmade Bath and Body Products
Whidbey Island Naturals, a local mother and son team create all-natural, artisanal bath and skincare products inspired by the Pacific Northwest. @WiNatural
Utopia Farms Candle; this female owned company’s name was inspired by childhood memories of running through her grandmother’s flower/vegetable garden on Utopia Road in Skagit Valley. The handmade candles are made in small batches with rotating selection of scents. @Utopia.Farms.Candles
Camano Island HoneyWorks Skin Conditioner. Cold weather and increased hand washing are no match for this calming salve made from working honeybees at Camano Island HoneyWorks. Find fresh honey and products in the online shop. @CamanoIslandHoney
North Whidbey Farm; offers range of body and skin care products including masks, salves and facial oils in the online shop. @North_Whidbey_Farm
Home Goods
Kristoferson Farm on Camano Island recently launched an open-air farm stand with fresh made jams, preserves and Washington wines. The online shop also offers a handy way to ship the farm’s lavender goodies and more. @KristofersonFarm
Madrona Supply’s “I Love Whidbey” Tea Towels are just a small sampling of the wonderful handmade goods available at (online or at the shop near the Clinton ferry landing). @MadronaSupplyCo
Notecards by Craig Johnson, Whidbey Island artist are ideal for gifting in a time when a thoughtful and lovely hand-written hello means more than it used to. These are available at shops throughout Whidbey Island.
About Whidbey and Camano Islands
Drive off the mainland to find two of the most accessible and scenic island destinations in the Pacific Northwest. Camano and Whidbey sit just north of Seattle, a short trip via bridge or ferry. Offering a different experience with each season, the islands provide locally inspired shops and restaurants, dynamic experiences for a variety of interests, recreation and beach combing. Rich history and a healthy dose of local color in all mediums is provided by the region’s many artists. Lodging options range from nationally renowned hotels with farm to table dining to secret spots ideal for a quiet retreat. For more information on amenities, lodging and a calendar of events visit whidbeycamanoislands.com. Connect on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook via @GoWhidbeyCamano.