Christmas Gift Ideas for Dating Couples in Long Term Relationships

Has your loved one every complained you don't take them out enough to see their favorite events? Well now is your chance to prove that you are listening to their every word, and want to give them a gift they'll never forget. This Christmas gift idea involves giving a gift certificate to pick their own perfection, or choosing a date for the two of you to enjoy together. Sporting events, live theater, and concerts are just some of the events Tickets Now covers.

I've had several people tell me that geeky gifts are male-centric, but I wholeheartedly disagree: I frequently salivate over ThinkGeek's product line, which changes monthly depending on demand and availability. They carry many strange and wonderful Christmas gift ideas, such as:

• The Ambient Orb (Buy Direct), a pulsating globe that changes color depending on the stock exchange, your IM friends, or whatever else you program it to;
• The Forecasting Umbrella (Buy Direct), which tells you when it is about to rain by connecting to a wireless connection with AccuWeather; or
• iRecord(Buy Direct), a one-touch device that allows you to record TV and movies to an iPod or USB device.

There are many monthly 'clubs' to choose from when thinking about Christmas gift ideas. Tea (Buy Direct) is a personal favorite, but there's always wine (Buy Direct), and chocolate (Buy Direct).

Just like MP3 players aren't solely for men, flowers aren't only for women. Romantic Indulgences offers a variety of different flowers (orchids, roses and more) dipped in a variety of materials to make your gift last a lifetime, as well as some lovely spa indulgences (jelly bath anyone?) For more floral gift ideas, try our list of Top Flower Gifts.

Whether your partner loves wine or wants to learn more, Wine Enthusiast has many a product to help the two enjoy or learn more about the lovely liquid, such as wine savers, decanters, glasses, racks and even wine refrigerators.

There are many ways and reasons to appreciate a piece of art, together. Perhaps a specific painting reminds you of your first date, or maybe an abstract artist captures your feelings for your loved one perfectly. Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words, and whatever you're unable to say with mere words, a fantastic piece of art can say everything and then some. Try taking a peek at ArtSelect's massive database of canvas prints for ideas and suggestions, which you can order framed or unframed.

Whether it is to escape the holiday season or to plan for something in the near future, few partners will balk at the gift of travel. Travelocity offers last minute deals and specials, as well as combination travel plans to take care of your entire excursion so you can enjoy the gift giving process, and not have to worry about the little details.

Few holiday celebrations can get away with no power outages, so this Christmas gift idea prepares you to celebrate in a sexy way. Try buying your partner one of these sexy board games to play while in the dark, but don't forget to buy some candles for some extra mood-enhancement, just in case.

When is the last time you bought your partner something sexy or sensual to wear? Henry and June have a great collection of lingerie pieces that range from the mild to the wild for both men and women, and they offer quick shipping (and in some cases, free). Or you could always buy yourself something nice, and then wrap yourself as the gift.