AMFF secret santa. Secret santas revealed!!! [Archive]

xenon21

11-12-2011, 16:24

Hey guys
If you guys have been around in the previous you may remember a tradition we have over here of secret santa. Loads of fun... Here is how it works

1. Post your interest of joining in on this thread before the deadline and you will be added to the list
2. After the deadline, all members taking part will be collected and each person will be randomly the name of the person who they are the secret santa of by PM
3. Once you know who you are the secret santa of, get your thinking caps on. Think of a virtual present you would like to give your person and a lovely message to go with it. Remember it's the thought and care which counts :) An example could be

Dear _________
Here is a debenture ticket (http://www.wimbledondebentureholders.com/) for the most sought out event of the year the Wimbledon men's final!
Enjoy!

Wihing you a very merry christmas and a wonderful 2012
Your SS

4. Once you have figured out the gift and message please send it to me by PM as soon as possible. The deadline will be determined later.
5. One the gift has been received it will be posted to this thread for the recipients to enjoy
6. Once it is all over the secret santas will be revealed for all!

So what are you guys waiting for? Put your name on this thread by 15th December midnight The more the merrier and hope you all enjoy!

Participants
Xenon21
hfwardhouse
JAMES4578
RoastLamb
Katie
cazza99
Golden Lady
supergran
Genbrit
Jeannie13
sallydaisy
Linda
Speedy hawk
Karanga
Lankster2003
Pabbers
patmoren
traveller7
Fina
lizzim
ljs

hfwardhouse

11-12-2011, 16:56

I'm in :yahoo: - love it!

JAMES4578

11-12-2011, 17:17

I'd like to do it again, thanks for setting it up Xenon!

RoastLamb

11-12-2011, 17:29

Me too. Thanks Xe!

xenon21

11-12-2011, 17:31

Thanks guys. Keep the names coming. For old and new members alike!

Katie

11-12-2011, 17:35

I'd like to do this too, thanks! :)

Alis

11-12-2011, 19:40

Sorry to sound like a total idiot but could you give me some idea of gifts given last year before I sign up? I don't really have any idea of what a virtual gift constitutes!

xenon21

11-12-2011, 20:03

Sorry to sound like a total idiot but could you give me some idea of gifts given last year before I sign up? I don't really have any idea of what a virtual gift constitutes!

Imagine your dream gift. In real life you wish you could have one but may not be able to afford it. So instead of buying it, you give the idea of something. Like an amazing car, a great holiday, tennis tickets... Use your imagination and post a link of what the gift would be (if you were say a millionaire lol!) Something like the example I posted. Or alternatively it could be something that is personal, heartwarming, thoughtful. Could be even a bunch of sayings. Sometimes we have had like photoshopped things or I remember once Speedy Hawk did a cool thing based on elves dancing and put the person she was secret santa of as the elves. Cute, funny and thoughtful.
It could be anything really. The world is your oyster and you have no minimum or maximum virtual spend ;) Hope that helps...

RoastLamb

11-12-2011, 20:11

I made a jibjab dance Christmas "card" for Speedy one year featuring her and her fave tennis players: Federer, Henman and Andy. I think she liked it. :rolling:

xenon21

11-12-2011, 20:13

I made a jibjab dance Christmas "card" for Speedy one year featuring her and her fave tennis players: Federer, Henman and Andy. I think she liked it. :rolling:

Am sure she loved it. Is nice to have a personal touch :)

cazza99

11-12-2011, 20:52

I'm in :)

Golden Lady

11-12-2011, 22:52

I love this! Please count me in too.

supergran

11-12-2011, 23:07

Count me in Xe.....and thanks!

Sallydaisy

12-12-2011, 00:59

Add me too .....

http://allthingschristmas.com/forum/images/smilies/peekaboogift.gif

Genbrit

12-12-2011, 03:21

Thanks Xe - Please add me to the list.

xenon21

12-12-2011, 11:44

Thanks so far :) More guys want to join? Severe outnumbering from the gals ;)

supergran

12-12-2011, 16:44

That's 'cos we do most of the Christmas shopping!!! Come on boys....need your fantastic and original ideas. You know you can do it if you put your mind to it.

Linda

12-12-2011, 18:40

pabbers

12-12-2011, 19:14

Well I thought I'd finished my Xmas shopping but I've rashly added myself to the list, Xe!!

xenon21

12-12-2011, 20:36

Cool! 12 already and still plenty of time for others to join in... hint hint ;)

JAMES4578

12-12-2011, 21:48

I'm useless with ideas. I did it last year and can't remember what virtual present I gave, though I can remember that it was for Kev. If you're willing for someone to have an unimaginative present, count me in.

I mind your gift was appreciated last year as it was a tickets for the French open and a stay at the Ritz!

xenon21

12-12-2011, 23:30

I mind your gift was appreciated last year as it was a tickets for the French open and a stay at the Ritz!

Wow! Amazing memory!

xenon21

13-12-2011, 13:18

Speedy hawk added to the list too on request

Linda

13-12-2011, 18:02

Wow, James, what a fantastic memory you have! I couldn't even remember my own present, so certainly couldn't remember anyone else's!

pabbers

13-12-2011, 18:21

Wow, James, what a fantastic memory you have! I couldn't even remember my own present, so certainly couldn't remember anyone else's!

Right, so if I get you this year, I shan't spend too long worrying about it then! :lol:

Linda

13-12-2011, 18:32

:lol:

karanga

13-12-2011, 19:23

I'd like to have a go. Thanks xenon.

Speedy Hawk

13-12-2011, 20:02

I made a jibjab dance Christmas "card" for Speedy one year featuring her and her fave tennis players: Federer, Henman and Andy. I think she liked it. :rolling:

Haha yeah! I loved it. You know me well! :)

lankster2003

13-12-2011, 20:12

I'm on-board too :)

xenon21

14-12-2011, 11:04

Last 2 days for anyone interested in still signing up :)

patmoren

14-12-2011, 17:37

Broadband back on so add me in. Haven't done it before but will have a go!

supergran

14-12-2011, 22:35

Neither have I but this year feel generous!! Glad you're back Pat!! xx

jeannie13

15-12-2011, 17:03

I'll give it a try--I'm not sure what to do but I'm sure someone will help.:help:

traveller7

15-12-2011, 20:21

yeah count me in!

Fina

15-12-2011, 21:51

I would like to take part too.

xenon21

16-12-2011, 00:24

If anyone still wants to join in, the deadline is extended till 8 p.m today as am at work till late lol!

xenon21

17-12-2011, 17:17

Hey guys. Quick favour please... Can I ask for one more participant for the Secret Santa as we seem to have an odd number and having an even number will allow everyone to pair up. Please can you post here by 8 p.m. if you are happy to take part. Would be greatly appreciated!

If not, I'll come out allowing the even number :)

Thanks

Lizzim

17-12-2011, 19:37

Add me in Xe if you need one more :)

xenon21

17-12-2011, 20:21

Thanks Lizzim! You're a star! You're in! About to set it up and all participants will receive a PM in a short while with who they are the secret santa of and instructions!

ljs

17-12-2011, 20:24

eeekkk meant to reply , is it too late ?????

xenon21

17-12-2011, 20:36

eeekkk meant to reply , is it too late ?????

Nah, I'll add you in! SS will be done by the end of the day!

xenon21

18-12-2011, 00:54

K, PMs have been sent to all the participants as to who you are the secret santa of. The deadline for PMing me your pressie and message is Friday 23rd Dec 8 p.m. When I receive the messages I will post them here addressed to the recipient. You can have fun guessing who your secret santa is. Then some time after christmas the list of secret santas will be revealed :)

Enjoy! And let me know if you have any questions!

Speedy Hawk

18-12-2011, 18:00

Fab! Good fun.

xenon21

19-12-2011, 18:09

Is that sleigh bells I hear??? Look who's dropped down early to deliver a few gifts... :sleigh:

First up is a present for... Jeannie13

You are about to embark on a trip of a lifetime. You will be taken, with a companion, by chauffeur driven limousine, to Southampton. There you will board the liner and be escorted to a 1st class suite with an outside balcony. This is a specially arranged 12 month World Cruise which will coincide with major tennis tournaments at each port of call. V.I.P. tickets for each tournament are part of the gift with £24,000 spending money for use when ashore. Everything on board is free of charge. I hope you have a wonderful time.
Merry Christmas
Your SS

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Next gift will be coming down the chimney later tonight

xenon21

19-12-2011, 23:51

Next is a present for Fina

Fina, you are about to embark on the trip of a lifetime....

Your journey starts here (http://www.qantas.com.au/travel/airlines/home/gb/en) and the highlight will be this amazing experience (http://www.astsports.com.au/2012-australian-open/final-five). Then to round it all off you will be staying here (http://www.sofitel.com/gb/hotel-1902-sofitel-melbourne-on-collins/index.shtml) for a further 3 weeks. Bon voyage and have a wonderful time! Happy Christmas!!!!

Love from,

Your Secret Santa

xenon21

20-12-2011, 20:00

Jingle bells, jingle bells :santa dance:

Next up is a present for Lankster2003

Merry Christmas Lankster ...... here is your gift - the best possible start to the new year :)

You will fly from Edinburgh to Melbourne (http://www.qantas.com.au/travel/airlines/home/gb/en) to arrive on Thur 12th January - you'll have a few days in Melbourne to get over the jetlag ready for the start of the Australian Open (http://www.australianopen.com/en_AU/scores/schedule/tournament.html). You will have tickets for all 14 days to enjoy the whole tournament with VIP tickets for the final where hopefully you'll cheer our boy to the title. :trophy:
From your secret santa!

xenon21

20-12-2011, 20:02

Santa's on a mission today!

The tag on this present is Katie

For Katie
A limousine will pick up you and two friends at your home and drive you to the airport where you will travel First Class to Melbourne for the Australian Open. A limo will be waiting to transport you all to the Hilton Hotel on South Wharf where a suite has been reserved. At the Rod Laver Arena you will have a Superbox at your disposal throughout the tournament where meals and refreshments will be served to you. Your special VIP tickets will give you access to all the show courts and as a special treat I have arranged for you to have tea with Andy and Team Murray on the first day. $10,000 spending money is included. At the end of the fortnight you will travel back First Class and transported to your home by limousine. I hope you have a wonderful time.
Your secret santa.:santa dance:

xenon21

20-12-2011, 20:06

Ho ho ho

Look what has dropped through the chimney for Pabbers

Dearest Pabbers,

Santa is very pleased that you've been a good girl this year and so I would like to give you some pressies I know you'll enjoy. :peekaboo:

Firstly, I understand you are a big fan of Andy Murray, the chap who plays tennis, and so I would like to send you to the 2012 summer Olympics at Wimbledon. (http://www.london2012.com/tennis)You can go every day if you wish. And you can take a guest (preferably me, hint hint). :snowman:

A little birdie told Santa that you can sneak booze into Wimbledon so I would like to send you a hamper of fine icewine (and icewine truffles) (http://www.peller.com/gifts/)imported from Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada, as a special treat. Pimms Schmimms. :wino:

Lastly, Santa knows you like to read books so a 500 pounds gift certificate to Amazon (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/gc/ref=sv__1)should take you into 2013 quite nicely. None of that Jackie Collins trash or I will take it back.

Ho Ho Ho!
Lot of love,
Santa :santa dance:

xenon21

20-12-2011, 20:13

Next up in Santa's list is hfwardhouse

MERRY CRISTMAS JANE !!!

Something yummy just for you http://my.opera.com/ediblearrangements/albums/showpic.dml?album=5465392&picture=82324842#bigimg

and then you can enjoy the Australian Open having your tea in http://www.cafepress.com/+love_andy_mug,570370616

Have a wonderful Holiday and a great 2012 !!!

From your SS

xenon21

20-12-2011, 20:15

Some Xmas love for Cazza99

Cazza,

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from your Secret Santa.
I know you have always wanted a dog, so figured you might enjoy Go-Go!!
Have fun with Go-Go Walking Pup

There is a fun video here showing how much fun you can have
http://www.amazon.com/FurReal-GoGo-My-Walkin-Pup/dp/B00393I2DM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1324264558&sr=8-1

Then time to escape the British weather, you are going on an all expenses paid trip to The Australian Open.
Travel First Class to Melbourne, Australia
You will stay in a 5 class hotel and be able to watch all matches in the Rod Laver Arena including the finals as Andy Murray slams his way to his first Grand Slam victory.
http://www.sportsnetholidays.com/events/tennis/australian-open/australian-open-all-inclusive/

Travel first class to Melbourne via Quantas Airlines
http://www.qantas.com.au/travel/airlines/international-first-class/global/en#focusMe
If you should choose to take Go Go pup with you, he has been provided with a pet passport and is ready to go.

Have fun
Love SS

RoastLamb

20-12-2011, 21:54

Sheesh, Santa must be LOADED! All these trips to the Oz Open. :shocked:

Linda

20-12-2011, 21:55

The whole forum will be in Oz! And it's quite obvious who Pabbers' SS is!

RoastLamb

20-12-2011, 21:58

:santa smile:

xenon21

20-12-2011, 22:03

Lol! Looks like Andy will have loads of support in Oz this year ;)

hfwardhouse

20-12-2011, 23:25

The whole forum will be in Oz! And it's quite obvious who Pabbers' SS is!

Indeed ;)

There does seem to be a bit of a theme running through the pressies :rolling:

Loving mine :thanks: :santa:

pabbers

21-12-2011, 09:13

The whole forum will be in Oz! And it's quite obvious who Pabbers' SS is!:confused: is it :shamed: - thick again.........

Ah well whoever it is, loving my pressies thanks!!!

Oops - just spotted the clue above!

lankster2003

21-12-2011, 12:30

Jingle bells, jingle bells :santa dance:

Next up is a present for Lankster2003

Fantastic present, thanks :santa::hug:

jeannie13

21-12-2011, 12:58

I LOVED my secret santa present-it contained all the things on my wish list. :thanks:
Pity it's virtual!!!I'm sure it was sent by someone I've met.:santa dance:

Katie

21-12-2011, 15:57

Santa's on a mission today!

The tag on this present is Katie

I love my present! Thanks so much!! :thanks::santa dance:

Fina

21-12-2011, 17:54

What great gifts. Thank you so much, Secret Santa.
Fina.

xenon21

21-12-2011, 21:19

And next up for a gift is patmoren

http://i39.tinypic.com/33lcuj5.png

xenon21

21-12-2011, 21:21

And here's another pressie from santa for Speedy hawk

Hey Speedy.......enjoy Christmas and Boxing Day and then........ pack your bags, grab your passport and head for the airport :sleigh:. You've got a very special personal invitation to a certain New Year's party..........in Switzerland.............yes you're off to Mr and Mrs Federer's New Year's bash where you'll sparkle and stun, be filled with confidence and enjoy mingling with a whole host of famous celebs such as Gwen Stefani and Pete Sampras :wino:.

But that's not the end of it. Don't get too comfortable at the Federers and make sure that suitcase is big enough to hold all you need for the 3 weeks you'll be spending in Australia, straight after Roger's party. There, you'll be staying in a top class hotel in Brisbane for the tennis followed by a quick hop to Melbourne where you'll have a choice of tickets to any of the matches in the Oz Open :yahoo:.

Ah and I've had a word with your boss, so it's all ok for you to have the time off work without losing any of your usual annual leave ;)!

Have fun!!

Your SS

xenon21

21-12-2011, 21:23

Santa's on a roll here. Next up is Genbrit

Dear Genbrit

Happy Christmas and here is your present from Secret Santa!

A VIP trip to Wimbledon for the whole fortnight including Centre Court tickets, 4* hotel, complimentary champagne bar and lunch by Michelin starred chef Alber Roux. For full details see here (http://wimbledon-experience.co.uk/2012-tours/the-wimbledon-vip-tour-2012/)

Have a wonderful time!

From your Secret Santa

patmoren

22-12-2011, 08:34

And next up for a gift is patmoren

http://i39.tinypic.com/33lcuj5.png

What can i say!!!

cazza99

22-12-2011, 16:01

Some Xmas love for Cazza99

Ooooh thankyou Secret Santa. Can't wait to get in the sun and watch the tennis. And I love the little puppy too. :santa smile: :santa smile:

Speedy Hawk

22-12-2011, 17:31

And here's another pressie from santa for Speedy hawk

Fab present for me! Thanks SS! :)

xenon21

22-12-2011, 18:37

Coming through for Karanga

My gift to Karanga is:-
You will be transported to London by chaffeur to stay at the Ritz for several nights-in a suite of course. -all expenses paid, & £5000 spending money.
Your special day when you are in london will be a whole day visit to the Murray Mansion. You will spend the whole day with Andy, Kim & maggie & Rusty & accompany them on their walks, play with the dogs & eat with Kim & Andy. When you leave you will get a big hug & kiss from Andy.
Have a lovely Christmas!!:reindeer::sleigh:
From your SS

xenon21

22-12-2011, 18:38

Ho Ho Ho for RoastLamb

RoastLamb

You will be flying Executive Class to Vancouver on 9th February 2012 with Air Canada.

A private chauffering service from the airport and to the hotel/venue each day, this will be provided by BNP Paribas.

You will be staying at the fabulous Rosewood Hotel Georgia . Not only this, you will be staying in a Rosewood Suite. Here are photos of the hotel
http://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/hotelgeorgia/accommodations/rooms_suites/

If you haven’t already guessed what the main gift is yet, it’s tickets for each day of the Davis Cup World Group tie against France!!!

On the Friday morning you will have a private Q&A session with Milos Raonic, Vasek Pospisil and Daniel Nestor, as well as with team captain Martin Laurendeau.

You will then enjoy three days of great tennis (unfortunately I cannot guarantee the result).

Then finally, on the Monday you will be given a $CAD20000 voucher for shopping on Robson Street in Vancouver, every shop will accept this!

You will then fly back home, executive class of course late Monday evening

Hope you have a wonderful trip, you deserve it!!

from your SS

RoastLamb

22-12-2011, 20:38

Wow wow wow! Santa! That is an AWESOME gift. LOVE IT :thanks:

Genbrit

22-12-2011, 21:47

Santa's on a roll here. Next up is Genbrit

Thanks SS, :santa dance: How awesome to go to Wimbledon. :yahoo: One of my many dreams. Yay!!!! :cheer:

xenon21

22-12-2011, 22:39

Next present is for JAMES4578

Ho ho ho James,

I have for you a package for two to attend the final weekend of the French Open staying at the Paris Marriott Rive Gauche. http://www.sportstravel.com/tennis/french-open.php

An extra 5 days in Paris before the weekend is also included, so you will have lots of time to see the sights of Paris or attend a few more tennis matches. An optional sightseeing trip of your choice is included http://paristours.france.com/ .

You will also have an extra day after the final of the French Open to go on a one day wine tasting tour. http://www.viator.com/tours/Paris/Skip-the-Line-Chateaux-du-Chambord-Chenonceau-and-Loire-Valley-Wine-Tasting-Day-Trip-from-Paris/d479-3731LOIRE

You will have a choice of flying from any UK airport or by travelling by Eurostar.

Happy Xmas

Love Santa :santa smile:

xenon21

22-12-2011, 22:42

And here you go Linda

Dear Linda

Here are 2 tickets for a grand cruise to the Outer Hebrides which will relax you before the stress of Wimbledon. You will embark the ship in Oban on the 12th June (pm) and disembark (after breakfast) on the 22nd June. The luxury cruise includes a visit to the remote outpost of St Kilda. All the info is in this link.

http://www.hebridean.co.uk/cruise/grand-cruise-to-the-outer-isles-41/itinerary-map.html#cruiseSubTab

Accommodation has been booked for you in the ship’s largest cabin, the Isle of Arran Suite.

http://www.hebridean.co.uk/cruise/grand-cruise-to-the-outer-isles-41/prices.html#cruiseSubTab

There are also two rail tickets for return travel to Fort William by overnight sleeper leaving London Euston at 8.15 pm on the 10th June to wake up in the West Highlands the next morning.

http://www.seat61.com/WestHighlandLine.htm#London to Fort William

After a mountaineer’s breakfast in Nevisport you will board the Fort William to Mallaig train to enjoy one of the most beautiful rail journeys in the UK. On return to Fort William you will be met and driven by taxi to Oban to stay overnight in a five star rated guest house

http://www.guesthouseinoban.com/ (www.guesthouseinoban.com)

before boarding the Hebridean Princess the next day. On the return journey you will be driven by taxi to Fort William to catch the overnight sleeper back to London at 1950 arriving Euston 07.47.

I hope you will enjoy the cruse and will have a great time.

Wishing you a very happy Christmas and very best wishes for the New Year.

Your SS

xenon21

22-12-2011, 22:45

Et voila supergran

Yo Ho Ho Supergran
I hear you’re a loyal Andy Murray fan.
So it’s off to Roland Garros you go
http://tennistours.com/french-open-packages?gclid=CIjgrJnjkq0CFYEmtAodEnarWA
Where there's also a no-expenses-spared Parisian stay with your beau;
http://www.forbes.com/2002/03/07/0307feat_11.html
And a bottle [or three] of Mighty Murray wine
http://www.mysupermarket.co.uk/#/asda-compare-prices/white_wine/andrew_peace_wines_mighty_murray_chardonnay_austra lia_750ml.html
With which to toast Andy’s successful time. [fingers crossed]
Also on my sleigh this badge I’ve found;
http://www.koolbadges.co.uk/i-love-andy-murray-badge-p-2421.html
And this book for much laughter, when friends are round.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1840247002/ref=s9_simh_gw_p14_d0_g14_i1?pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OL E&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=08PZ60TFTV6KKSR36BVF&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=467128533&pf_rd_i=468294

Merry Christmas!
Secret Santa

JAMES4578

22-12-2011, 23:53

Next present is for JAMES4578I have for you a package for two to attend the final weekend of the French Open staying at the Paris Marriott Rive Gauche. http://www.sportstravel.com/tennis/french-open.php

An extra 5 days in Paris before the weekend is also included, so you will have lots of time to see the sights of Paris or attend a few more tennis matches. An optional sightseeing trip of your choice is included http://paristours.france.com/ .

You will also have an extra day after the final of the French Open to go on a one day wine tasting tour. http://www.viator.com/tours/Paris/Sk...d479-3731LOIRE

You will have a choice of flying from any UK airport or by travelling by Eurostar.

Happy Xmas

Love Santa

Awesome, sure I'll have a marvellous time, thanks so much Secret Santa!

supergran

23-12-2011, 09:41

Et voila supergranHuge thanks to my secret santa for this wonderful gift. So well thought-out! Tennis and Andy, luxury hotel and wine!! The extras are special too. I will wear the badge with pride and I love the book. And in rhyme too! I'm touched s.s:candle::peekaboo::santa dance:

xenon21

23-12-2011, 10:52

This came through the chimney for sallydaisy

Santa wishes you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy 2012!

Celebrate in style with this selection of fine wines (http://www.antique-wine.com/TopWines/TWines/yquem.aspx) and when the festive season treat yourself to a your choice of TV and Movie Tours (http://britmovietours.com/gift-certificates/)

The fun doesn't stop there as in the summer you will enjoy the splendour of Wimbledon hospitality (http://www.keithprowse.co.uk/tennis_the-players-table-wimbledon-hospitality.aspx) in the 2nd week of the tournament.

Enjoy,

Secret Santa[/COLOR]

xenon21

23-12-2011, 10:54

And a present for Lizzim

Hi Lizzim,

I've heard that you enjoy watching tennis, especially Andy Murray (he's our favourite up here in Lapland too! :santa smile:). I've organised a present which I hope you're going to like. It's a trip for two to the US Open in September. You'll be flying first-class from an airport of your choice and will stay here (http://www.fourseasons.com/newyorkfs/). You'll be driven by limo to the tournament (http://www.usopen.org/en_US/index.html) every day and will have the best seats for the matches of your choice. You'll also get the chance to meet your meet your favourite players, including Andy of course.

I've also arranged for you to have an all-expenses paid tour of New York on one of the days where you're not watching tennis, complete with shopping, sight-seeing and finishing the day taking in a Broadway show.

Happy Christmas!

Your Secret Santa :santa dance:

xenon21

23-12-2011, 10:55

And here is a present for Golden Lady

Dear Golden Lady

Santa hears you've had a very busy and sometimes traumatic time this year.
So, he's sending you a few little treats because you deserve them.

First of all - a much needed break and what better than a long weekend away for a mega pamper (http://www.gleneagles.com/spa/the-spa-experience) in the company of your best friends up at Gleneagles Hotel in Perthshire. On the 2nd afternoon of your stay you'll meet up with Judy Murray for Cakes and Champagne (http://www.google.co.uk/imgres?q=afternoon+tea&num=10&um=1&hl=en&client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla:en-GB:official&channel=s&biw=1024&bih=578&tbm=isch&tbnid=xZNvRqc77abhSM:&imgrefurl=http://armchairanglophile.wordpress.com/2011/01/02/afternoon-tea/&docid=X1EP-DPRbTwPRM&imgurl=http://armchairanglophile.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/afternoon-tea.jpg&w=490&h=657&ei=vurzTuG5BtOzhAfQ0KGSDA&zoom=1&iact=hc&vpx=228&vpy=178&dur=3357&hovh=260&hovw=194&tx=90&ty=133&sig=101626593328044251212&sqi=2&page=1&tbnh=113&tbnw=81&start=0&ndsp=14&ved=1t:429,r:1,s:0)!

Next up is a little bit of time for you and hubby so as your girlfriends leave he'll arrive and you'll have a further 3 days at Gleneagles to relax and enjoy yourselves. Since you love shopping there's a day trip organised to Glasgow with £5000 to spend on whatever you like.

And finally, you need to watch some tennis ...
Santa had to set the Elves to work overtime for this but they've come up with a ticket (and first class accommodation) for the Olympic tennis final (http://www.london2012.com/wimbledon)which will, of course, be won by Andy Murray!!!

Hope you enjoy yourself and have a very Merry Christmas!
From your Secret Santa

Golden Lady

23-12-2011, 11:41

And here is a present for Golden Lady

Wow wow wow! What an array of wonderful gifts! The best one of all is Andy winning Olympic Gold - awesome!!!

Thank you so much Secret Santa :santa smile:

Linda

23-12-2011, 13:47

And here you go Linda

Thank you so much Secret Santa! What a wonderful present and so well planned too!

Sallydaisy

23-12-2011, 14:20

Yo ho ho!!! Santa knows what would make me very happy!!!
Thank you SS whoever you are!
:reindeer:

Santa wishes you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy 2012!

Celebrate in style with this selection of fine wines (http://www.antique-wine.com/TopWines/TWines/yquem.aspx) and when the festive season treat yourself to a your choice of TV and Movie Tours (http://britmovietours.com/gift-certificates/)

The fun doesn't stop there as in the summer you will enjoy the splendour of Wimbledon hospitality (http://www.keithprowse.co.uk/tennis_the-players-table-wimbledon-hospitality.aspx) in the 2nd week of the tournament.

Enjoy,

Secret Santa[

RoastLamb

23-12-2011, 15:01

I think Santa should have thrown in a side trip to Disney World for Lizzim whilst she's in New York. :lol:

I have narrowed down my SS to two people. Not sayin' anymore.

lankster2003

23-12-2011, 15:29

I have narrowed down my SS to two people. Not sayin' anymore.

I haven't given it any thought to be honest. I just love getting presents :yahoo:

supergran

23-12-2011, 15:43

Think I know who my secret santa is.....hope I'm right!:peekaboo::xmas2::santa:

karanga

23-12-2011, 16:37

Dear Santa

Thanks so much for the really fantastic gift - a wonderful surprise. :santa smile: It'd be a dream come true to meet Andy, Kim and the dogs especially since I've never met Andy. :santa dance: I'm sure tho that I'll be tongue tied and unable to speak. :rolling: The best part of the present will be to have a big hug and kiss from Andy. :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo:

Hope you will have a very happy time over Christmas and very best wishes for the New Year.

:merry christmas: :happy new year:

Lizzim

23-12-2011, 17:13

I think Santa should have thrown in a side trip to Disney World for Lizzim whilst she's in New York. :lol:

I have narrowed down my SS to two people. Not sayin' anymore.

But Santa seems to know that NY is my second favourite place! Thanks so much Santa :)

RoastLamb

23-12-2011, 18:09

I haven't given it any thought to be honest. I just love getting presents :yahoo:

Well, I think Santa knew me very well indeed. The perfect gift. He's done brilliantly this year. :santa dance:

xenon21

23-12-2011, 20:08

aaand

Secret Santa pressie for traveller7

traveller7,

Your present this year is a trip to all 4 grand slam tournaments for you and a guest of your choice.

You will first travel to the Australian open http://www.australianopen.com/en_AU/index.html

Next up is the French open http://rolandgarros.fft-tickets.com/uk

After that you will get tickets to Wimbledon with a hospitality package http://www.wimbledon.com/

And finally the us open where you will have the best seats available for the whole tournament http://usta.usopen.org/US-Open/2012_ticket_plans/

And if all of these tournaments are too much holiday for you to take at work - I have approved an additional holiday entitlement for you this year so that you can go :)

Merry Christmas from your secret Santa :santa dance::santa smile:

patmoren

23-12-2011, 21:10

No idea who my SS is obviously someone who doesn't know me.

xenon21

23-12-2011, 22:17

Another present has come down through the chimney for Patmoren

Hi Patmoren

Would you like be treated like royal person for day or two with another person of your choice? There tickets for you go Wimbledon Centre Court on any 2 days in row of week you want (better chance to see Andy Murray!!!). You will be sitting in Royal Box with nice comfy chairs. Also you get nice meal before play starts and any snack can be given to you while match is on so you won’t miss any action!

After the match you can go to players locker room and chat to any players there. You can have dinner with Andy Murray to get know him better and take Maggie and Rusty for walk.

When first day finish, you will go to 5 stars hotel overnight called Wyndham Grand London (http://www.wyndhamgrandlondon.co.uk). You will get nice stylish taxi take you there whenever you finish your day and taxi to take you back Wimbledon next day.

From your

SS

patmoren

24-12-2011, 08:45

Another present has come down through the chimney for Patmoren
Thanks very much, I am a bit sensitive this Christmas, apologies and have a great Christmas SS.

supergran

05-01-2012, 00:11

Do we ever find out who our Secret Santa was.....or is it a secret?

xenon21

05-01-2012, 00:44

Oh yeah... will reveal who's who at the end of the week :) Thanks for the reminder!

supergran

05-01-2012, 03:47

You've probably been too busy at work, watching tennis and tweeting!!!:laugh:

pabbers

05-01-2012, 09:36

You've probably been too busy at work, watching tennis and tweeting!!!:laugh:

Well there has been breathing too!!! :lol:

xenon21

07-01-2012, 13:27

Well there has been breathing too!!! :lol:

And a tiny bit of sleeping ;)

xenon21

07-01-2012, 13:29

The secret santas (SS) are finally revealed!

1. hfwardhouse SS of Lankster2003
2. JAMES4578 SS of sallydaisy
3. RoastLamb SS of pabbers
4. Katie SS of lizzim
5. cazza99 SS of JAMES4578
6. Golden Lady SS of Fina
7. supergran SS of Katie
8. Genbrit SS of cazza99
9. Jeannie13 SS of Karanga
10. sallydaisy SS of Golden Lady
11. Linda SS of Genbrit
12. Speedy hawk SS of patmoren
13. Karanga SS of Linda
14. Lankster2003 SS of RoastLamb
15. Pabbers SS of Speedy Hawk
16. patmoren SS of Jeannie13
17. traveller7 SS of ljs
18. Fina SS of supergran
19. lizzim SS of traveller7
20. ljs SS of hfwardhouse