A trip to NYC wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Toys“R”Us’s Times Square international flagship store, which combines the fun attractions of an amusement park with the themes and excitement of a toy store that kids of all ages will enjoy. From the moment you walk through the door and glimpse the 60-foot Ferris wheel, you’ll feel as though you’ve stepped into a veritable wonderland -- which is confirmed as you glimpse the animatronic Jurassic Park T-Rex or the life-size Barbie’s Dollhouse. Kids and adults alike will love checking out the “R” Zone, 5,500 square feet of the latest electronic games, DVDs, CDs, and videos. 1514 Broadway at 44th St., 800-869-7787; www.toysrustimessquare.com.

A recent addition to the DUMBO neighborhood of Brooklyn (a booming arts district located between the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges), Julian’s & Julia’s Enterprises, Ltd. features a wide variety of handmade products from Peru and other parts of South America, including a great selection of gifts, souvenirs, and home interior decorations, unique jewelry, naturally colored and organic alpaca throws, clothing, and much more. 17 Old Fulton St., Brooklyn, 718-596-1860.

J&R Music & Computer World has one of the city’s largest selections of audio, video, digital, SLR and professional cameras, computers and software, PDAs, iPods and MP3 players, as well as CDs, DVDS, 110/220 products, and more. You’ll find a vast selection of low-priced products in a user-friendly, interactive environment, with knowledgeable, multi-lingual salespeople who can help you pick out that perfect gift. Park Row, across from City Hall, 212-238-9000; www.jr.com.

NYC Racquet Sports has burst onto the sporting-goods scene as the city’s newest and most exciting racquet shop. Located in the heart of Herald Square near the Empire State Building and Macy’s, they offer a perfect selection of equipment for tennis, squash, racquetball, badminton and platform tennis, as well as clothing, footwear, and accessories. And if you have any questions, their expert staff is always glad to assist you. 157A W. 35th St., 212-695-5353; www.grandcentralracquet.com.

If you’re a golfer, be sure to check out New York Golf Center. Whether you’re looking for the latest drivers from TaylorMade or Callaway, this is the ultimate destination for the discerning golfer. The professionals who staff the store will make gift buying easy, and whether you’re looking for great clubs or the latest golf accessories, the 13,000-square-foot New York Golf Center offers a huge selection of top-quality equipment. 131 W. 35th St. btw. Broadway & Seventh Ave, 212-564-2255; www.nygolfcenter.com.

Select from the latest, most advanced shoes and performance clothing at Super Runners Shop’s fine running shoe and apparel stores. Their inventory includes products from Nike, New Balance, Asics, Saucony, and many others. Owner Gary Muhrcke was the winner of the first NYC Marathon in 1970 and leads an expert staff of accomplished runners. Third Ave. at 72nd St., 212-249-2133; Lexington Ave. at 89th St., 212-369-6010; Amsterdam Ave. at 77th St., 212-787-7665; Grand Central Terminal, 646-487-1120; www.superrunnersshop.com for other locations.

Looking for some interesting winter reading? Midtown Comics is the place for the serious collector or the casual reader of comic books, with two sprawling floors of merchandise ranging from mainstream titles, alternative works, and back issues to action figures, statues, movies, books, and much more. They’re also NYC’s premier destination for manga -- comic books from Japan -- and every issue of every title is in stock. Times Square: 200 W. 40th St. at Seventh Ave., 212-302-8192; 459 Lexington Ave. at 45th St., 212-302-8192; www.midtowncomics.com.

Now that you’ve bought all this great stuff, you need to figure out a way to get it home. Or maybe you’re picking something up for a world traveler? Either way, look no further than Eastside Luggage Shop. There you will find quality and luxury at reasonable prices, and in addition to luggage, they carrt a variety of MontBlanc pens, men’s and women’s belts and wallets, luggage, briefcases, and traveling accessories. 111 E. 45th St. btw. Lexington & Park Aves., 212-697-5820; www.eastsideluggageshop.com.