Ready to get shopping this season? Have some hard-to-buy-for friends and family members on the list? MOAA has you covered.

Check out the below items from our annual gift guide, compiled by writer Kristin Davis. The guide first appeared in the November 2024 issue of Military Officer, a magazine available to all MOAA Premium and Life members. Learn more about the magazine at this link; learn more about joining MOAA at this link.

Note: MOAA is an Amazon Associate and earns money from qualifying purchases, with the revenue supporting The MOAA Foundation. List price may change. Photos courtesy of manufacturers/publishers (click on images for larger versions).

Giftory

What: From doughnut tours and dinner cruises to flight lessons and French cooking classes, Giftory offers more than 3,000 curated experiences for the person who has everything. Search by experience, location, or occasion. Returns and exchanges are free.

Cost: Varies by gift

Where to Buy: giftory.com

National Park Embroidery Kit

What: Made in the U.S. by independent artisan Amy Frazer, the kits include everything you need to stitch a full-color scene of one of America’s most famous national parks: Rocky Mountain, Zion, Yellowstone, or Yosemite.

Cost: $38

Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods

Deployment Pocket Coin and Leather Pouch

What: A perfect stocking stuffer for your deploying servicemember, this nugold coin is hand-stamped with a message to remind them they are never far from your thoughts. These are handmade in Michigan by jewelry creator Johnna Kline.

Cost: Coin $30, pouch $10

Where to Buy: GemsbyJohnna on etsy.com

Muscle Duffle

What: Made of 100% cotton canvas and lined in polyvinyl, the 49-liter bag features one large exterior pocket, two zippered side pockets, leather accents, and brass closures. The bag comes in black, brown, tan, or olive green and can be embroidered with up to 12 letters.

Cost: $89.99

Where to Buy: groovyguygifts.com

Bed of Nails Acupressure Mat and Pillow

What: Ranked No. 1 in acupressure mats by Prevention magazine, this mat has more than 8,000 closely placed acupressure points, making it great for beginners. The mats naturally reduce muscle tension, back pain, and headaches and provide relaxation and stress relief.

Cost: $79.95

Where to Buy: Amazon

ZZZ Bear

What: Created by a dad who worked for the Marine Corps, these stuffed bears wear service uniforms that can be personalized with name and rank patches, dog tags, storybooks, and tactical backpacks. The small business gives back by partnering with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors to donate bears to children who have lost a parent in the line of duty.

Cost: Starting at $25.

Where to Buy: zzzbears.com

The Struggle for Taiwan: A History of America, China, and the Island Caught Between

What: Author Sulmaan Wasif Khan takes readers on a decades-long journey of the duel between the U.S. and China over Taiwan, beginning with World War II and followed by the Chinese civil war, the rise of the Communist Party, and the specter of war that remains.

Cost: $24 (Hardcover)

Where to Buy: Amazon

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Bird Buddy Smart Bird Feeder

What: Bird Buddy’s Perfect Gift Bundle includes an AI-powered camera feeder, solar roof, wall mount, perch extender, charging cable, and more. The feeder captures stunning photos and live streaming.

Cost: $395

Where to Buy: mybirdbuddy.com

Rumi Spice Gift Set

What: Founded by three veterans with a combined nine deployments to Afghanistan, Rumi Spice employs more than 300 women in Afghanistan and sources spices directly from Afghan farmers.  

Cost: Varies

Where to Buy: Amazon

DIY Watchmaking Kit

What: Perfect for watch enthusiasts or those who like to tinker, the kit includes everything you need to make a working watch. Estimated time to complete is about two hours.

Cost: $225

Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods