A list of the lush and lavish worth the splurge

If Jesus were alive today and you were one of the Three Wise Men, what would you give him for Christmas?

In case you have forgotten, the main rationale behind Christmas as a season of gift-giving is to remind everyone of the accounts of the nativity and the three magi.

In modern times, however, more than a practice of faith or religion, the social ritual of giving and receiving presents has become an expression of personal appreciation and love, as well as an excuse for holiday indulgence.

Giving is easy. Thinking of what exactly to give is the challenge. If money’s no object, here are some of the most eye-catching items on the Philippine market, the most coveted luxury objects money could buy to spoil your special someone or yourself with.

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The new car on the block, a first-of-its-kind Maserati

A new contender supercar in the local automotive scene, the MC20 has been introduced to the country by the official and local importer and distributor of Maserati in the Philippines, Modena Motorsports, Inc.

With mind-blowing aerodynamic efficiency, the MC20 combines performance and luxury with the brand’s distinct aesthetic.

A patented, 100 percent Maserati engine that uses the Maserati Twin Combustion (MTC) technology was developed based on the pre-chamber technology used on Formula 1 powertrains. The new 630 horsepower V6 Nettuno engine delivers zero to 100 km/h acceleration in 2,88” and a top speed of over 326 km an…