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Custom Gifts for the Distinct Dad: No Neckties Here!

May 31, 2011 11:30 pm 14 comments

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The Music Lover

Give your dad the gift of music—and of drowning out the noise of daily life—with V-MODA: Crossfade LP over-ear headphones. Developed by renowned artists, DJs, and producers, these lightweight headphones deliver vibrant and immersive sound with patented 50mm dual-diaphragm high-definition drivers and feature plush memory-foam ear cushions to reduce ambient noise. Comes in several colors with an exoskeleton case for transport. Available at Apple stores, Radio Shack, Amazon.com, and other retailers worldwide. $199.99. v-moda.com

The Groomed

Order some much-needed pampering for your hardworking dad at V’s Barbershop. The Valley is home to several locations, all of which offer an old-fashioned experience with a refreshing modern twist. Gift cards are a great way to let your favorite father figure choose the time and treatment. From standard barbershop services like haircuts, hot lather shaves, beard and mustache trims, facials, and face massages to an assortment of packages that combine these services and include neck shaves and more, V’s is perfect for any dad. Visit vbarbershop.com for store locations and product and service details.

The Foodie

Tender steaks, a fabulous wine selection, and a menu filled with quality meat and seafood meals, appetizers, and desserts to tempt any palate—Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is prime choice for a Father’s Day celebration. A rich ambience and professional staff complete the tasty experience. And for those with food allergies, a majority of the menu is gluten free. And if you treat Dad to Fleming’s on Father’s Day during their special three-course brunch menu ($32.95 per guest), they’ll treat him to a $25 dining card. Arizona is home to five locations, including Scottsdale, Peoria, and at DC Ranch in North Scottsdale. flemingssteakhouse.com

The Adventurist

For thrill-seeking fathers, consider a skydiving adventure. Whether you’re a brave soul who joins papa in a parachute or a smart little scaredy-cat who watches his fun free fall from the ground, you can find some prime skydiving options here in the Grand Canyon State. Some to consider: Skydive Arizona (skydiveaz.com), Skydive Phoenix Inc. (arizonaskydiving.com), Red Rock Skydiving (redrockskydiving.com), Desert Skydiving Center (desertskydivingcenter.com), Phoenix Area Skydiving (phoenixareaskydiving.com), or SkyVenture Arizona, an indoor skydiving wind tunnel (skyventureaz.com),

The Outdoorsman

Cabela’s is a paradise for the dads who love the outdoors. While a gift card is always nice, a special trip to the Glendale store location is a treat. Filled with animal displays, a walk-through aquarium, and quality merchandise—including a gun library, boat shop, and ATV shop—Cabela’s is an interesting place to explore and peruse. As a bonus, the upstairs features a restaurant that serves exotic and wild-game burgers and more! 9380 W. Glendale Ave. (623) 872-6700 or cabelas.com

The Pampered

Massages are the perfect gift for nearly anyone, and the Golden Door Spa at The Boulders offers a wide selection of treatments that suit your dad’s style, needs, and likes. Eastern Harmony massages include a golfer’s massage, a Thai massage, the unique warm-water Watsu, acupuncture, and more. The Golden Door also features a number of signature wraps, ayurvedic experiences, facials, skin-care treatments, mind-body-soul-connection treatments, fitness classes and options, nutritional and wellness programs, salon services, and more. theboulders.com/golden_door_spa

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