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Huichol Love earrings are hand-beaded in Mexico.

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Even though Thanksgiving hasn't yet passed, you'd be wise to get a jump on your holiday shopping. But where to start? GiftingMap can help you find exactly the right gift for the hard-to-shop-for lady (or ladies) in your life.

The shopping site that's curated by CultureMap has already combed through the oversaturated retail market to bring you the best giftable items, many of which have ties to the Lone Star State. Check out a few of our favorite items below, then shop the rest of the collection online.

Baccarat
It's the name in crystal and has been turning out coveted glassware, barware, candlesticks, vases, and decorative objects of the highest craftsmanship since 1764. For anyone who wants to feel like royalty, deliver a pair of Champagne flutes or an elegant decanter for spirits.

Corkcicle
Whether she's an athlete or just a gal on the go, these triple-insulated canteens and tumblers are a chic replacement for disposable water bottles. Designed to keep drinks either ice cold or piping hot, they're ideal for morning coffee or evening margaritas.

Huichol Love
This special collection of jewelry is hand-beaded by the Huichol people in the Sierra Madre mountains of Mexico and finished in the company's Austin and Mexico studios. Quantities of these exquisite earrings, bracelets, and necklaces will be limited on GiftingMap, so snatch them up as soon as you can.

Juliska
This elegant home goods brand started in 2001 with a small collection of mouth-blown Bohemian glasses and today encompasses everything from dinnerware to sconces. As its founder is fond of saying, "no one lingers wistfully over a paper plate," and hostesses who deserve the most will be delighted with any of its tableware.

Sugarfina
Gummy candies made from rosé and Champagne? Sign us up. A sweet treat from this purveyor of luxury candy is always an appropriate gift for a coworker or anyone else who brightens up your day.

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Spa News

Spa Castle Korean bathhouse in Carrollton reopens after renovation

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Spa Castle indoor pool

An Asian spa is about to celebrate a grand reopening: Spa Castle Texas, located in Carrollton at 1020 Raiford Rd., will re-open on January 1, 2026, following a multi-million-dollar renovation.

Established in 2012 as a retreat combining traditional Korean bathhouse culture with modern resort amenities, the facility closed in late July with a plan to bring refreshed pools, enhanced saunas, modernized locker rooms, and hydrotherapy systems.

The renovation was designed to elevate performance, reliability, and the guest experience, while staying true to its Korean “jjimjilbang” roots.

A jjimjilbang is a large, 24-hour Korean public bathhouse and spa featuring gender-segregated wet areas with hot tubs and saunas, plus unisex zones with themed dry saunas like clay and ice rooms. Some also have snack bars, sleeping areas, and entertainment options like TV lounges or PC rooms. In Korea, it functions an affordable destination for families and a cultural hub for relaxation, socializing, and wellness.

Dallas has not only Spa Castle but also King Spa, a similar facility that opened in 2008 on Royal Lane in Dallas' Koreatown district. There is also a Spa Castle in New York.

Highlights of Spa Castle's renovation in Dallas include:

Re-Engineered Hydrotherapy Experience: Upgrades to indoor and outdoor pools, saunas, and hydrotherapy systems to deliver a more authentic Korean bathhouse experience.
Reimagined food and beverage menus featuring traditional Korean street food, barbecue, and beverages.

A day pass is $65 for adults on weekdays and $80 on weekends; for 17 and under, it's $45.

Phase II
The re-opening marks the completion of Phase I of Spa Castle’s renovation.

Phase II, slated for spring 2026, will include upgrades to the on-site boutique hotel and the expansive 8,000-square-foot banquet and event space, to position Spa Castle as a destination for weddings, corporate retreats, and special events.

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