| Everyone loves a souvenir gift upon returning | | | | Most theme parks have a souvenir photo shop |
| from vacation. Actually most people expect | | | | where you can dress in a variety of costumes |
| them, whether they say so or not. Souvenirs | | | | and pose for a photo in an old time western |
| make a nice little thank you gift to the | | | | background. These professionals photographers |
| neighbors who watched your home while you | | | | do an excellent job in making your picture |
| were gone, the babysitter who regularly | | | | look as realistic and old fashioned as |
| watches your children, the pet sitter or | | | | possible. You can pose as a cowboy or a |
| anyone else you hold near and dear. Souvenirs | | | | bandit, a saloon gal or a proper lady and be |
| are also nice for "just because" gifts. Never | | | | pictured in an old time MOST WANTED poster. |
| forget to buy plenty memorabilia for yourself | | | | There are a variety of costumes, backgrounds, |
| as well. | | | | and posters available offering a choice of |
| | | | photo packages to choose from. These make |
| If you drive yourself or your family to your | | | | great souvenirs or as personal gifts. |
| vacation destination, it's nice to stop in | | | | |
| each state you cross through and pick up a | | | | Medieval Times has a great selection of |
| little something with that particular state's | | | | souvenirs that would appeal to all ages. From |
| namesake. Normally you can find an impressive | | | | costumes, to costume jewelry to real swords |
| selection of souvenirs near the borders of | | | | and daggers, you'll find these all at |
| the states, at an Oasis, truck stops, or | | | | Medieval Times. There are a number of |
| individual souvenir stores. Most of these | | | | packages you can buy to become knighted, |
| stores have at least one clearance table | | | | where you will have a public ceremony with |
| where you can find some really great deals | | | | the King and Princess and have your picture |
| that everyone will love. | | | | taken with them. After the ceremony you will |
| | | | receive a certificate of your knighthood and |
| The most popular souvenirs are refrigerator | | | | a real sword to take home with you. |
| magnets in the shape of the state or | | | | |
| depicting the states persona. Coming in | | | | New York is popular for its "I love NY" |
| second would be shot glasses and ashtrays, | | | | logos. New York is a very proud state and you |
| whether you're a drinker, a smoker or not, | | | | can find their name on almost anything, from |
| these make cute little knickknacks. | | | | T-shirts to pencils. The souvenir selection |
| | | | in New York is endless. |
| Key chains, stickers and miscellaneous art | | | | |
| depicting the state symbol, bird or flower | | | | It's always nice to pick up a post card and |
| make nice gifts for kids or as back-ups in | | | | mail it to a friend or family member. Many of |
| case you accidentally forget someone. | | | | these post cards have pictures of your |
| | | | vacation area that would add a nice touch, |
| Miniature spoons, bells, and tea sets are a | | | | showing your friend or family member that you |
| great gift and look nice on a display rack, | | | | are thinking about them. |
| often sold with a wide selection of state | | | | |
| spoons. And who can walk away without buying | | | | When ever selecting a souvenir for a family |
| at least one t-shirt or hat with the states | | | | member or friend, keep in mind what would be |
| name or logo on it? | | | | a thoughtful gift for this person? For a |
| | | | child or an adult with an affinity for teddy |
| Theme parks like Disney, Universal Orlando, | | | | bears, find a cute plush bear with the theme |
| Sea World, Great America, Indiana Beach and | | | | park or state logo. For the knickknack |
| the like, normally have masses of retail | | | | collector, shot glasses, bells, miniature tea |
| stores with clothes, toys, hats and | | | | sets or spoons would be a nice addition to |
| knickknacks that can only be purchased from | | | | their collection. Older children or teenagers |
| them. Many also have outlets where you can | | | | would most likely enjoy a T-shirt or some |
| buy personalized gifts, like a necklace with | | | | other thoughtful gift. Wherever you go, make |
| a persons name written on a single grain of | | | | sure that your souvenirs include the state's |
| rice (which is available at most theme | | | | name or logo, or if you go to a resort or |
| parks,) or an air brushed T-shirt, | | | | theme park, make sure the gift bears its |
| personalized in any way as you wish. | | | | name. |
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