Stumped for what to gift your nearest and dearest this Christmas? Here's what you could buy if you had a few billion in the bank...

Including two types of caviar, festive season stalwarts such as Christmas pudding, and 15 bottles of alcohol including champagne and cognac, Harrods' Ultimate Hamper caters for every luxury Christmas eventuality. The box even has spaghetti and pesto for when you can't bear to eat any more Christmas fare.

Christmas is the perfect time for games, and this chess set is no exception. Hand carved and individually painted by Purling London’s specially commissioned artists, it is a unique gift that will leave the recipient playing in the lap of luxury.

It might seem unbelievable that people would pay money to be 'kidnapped', but for adrenaline junkies looking to be tested in a realistic military scenario this day-long immersive experience from Truly Experiences will do just that. Up to 10 participants will be lifted out of their daily lives, playing out a bespoke kidnap scenario, and have the aim of escape.

This six-piece silver-plated 24-carat gold detailed cutlery set is the perfect gift for anyone that's into fine dining. The oval-shaped case doubles up as the ideal table centrepiece. And what's even better? The set is dishwasher safe, proving that luxury doesn't mean forgoing practicality.

Foodies will fall in love with this coffee pot designed by Georg Jensen. Inspired by nature, the handle is made from ebony, which is fitted individually for each unique pot.

This children's car is driven by a 12 volt battery, but has a key-start up, forward and reverse gear stick and its own horn. However, it also comes with a remote parental control to keep things safe. The car may be for children but it still has a touch of luxury in the 21-carat Swarovski crystal detailing.

This unusual white gold bracelet with diamonds and sapphire eyes is from Italian luxury brand Bulgari and has a touch of the mythical about it.

The most decadent of gifts for any book nerd. This beautiful set of first editions has been signed by the author.

For a luxurious and extravagant gift to remember, a voucher for a private jet is the way forward. The lucky giftee can experience a full in-flight service with a bespoke menu and bar tailored to their exact requirements courtesy of BMI. Furthermore, they can choose their own schedule from any UK departure airport and fly for up to two and half hours. There is even an option to decorate the aircraft exterior with the travellers’ names, logos or images for a personalised experience.

Would you ever take this stunning timepiece off your wrist? With 50 brilliant-cut diamonds on the face, we sure wouldn’t!

This solid 18-karat gold pen with glossy red and gold acrylic is beautifully crafted and comes with an extravagant dragon box. Definitely for someone who enjoys the finer things in life.

Fashionistas around the world will be snapping up this beauty. Made in soft crocodile with a leather lining, gold belt and buckle, it's almost too nice to use.

These bold cactus-style earrings are not only striking in look, but also in price. As you would expect from Cartier, these 18-karat rose-gold earrings are the height of luxury with four spinels and four brilliant-cut diamonds.

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This winter, British perfume house Penhaligon's is offering the ultimate perfume experience. Master perfumer Alberto Morillas will take customers on a 10-month journey where, during two one-to-one consultations, Morillas will craft a bespoke scent to match their personality. This will result in two handcrafted 200ml bottles of a one-off fragrance, made just for you.

Champagne is the ideal drink for celebrating Christmas with loved ones. The vintage 1996 Dom Perignon Rose Gold Methuselah comes in a six-litre bottle. It is particularly special in that only 35 bottles of the gold-plated design have ever been created.

Can you picture you and your other half zipping around the great outdoors in one of these adorable matching quadskis? Hailed as the world’s best high-speed amphibians, they convert from water cruisers to land rovers in just under five seconds, perfect for those winter island getaways. Also included is a GoPro camera, so your recipient can capture all their adrenaline-filled adventures.

The six-bedroom penthouse atop The Mark Hotel in Manhattan is the one of the most expensive hotel rooms in the world, and the most expensive in America. The 10,000-square-foot space has its own library and kitchen for entertaining. Not forgetting the 2,500-square-foot rooftop terrace that looks out over Manhattan's Central Park, as well as an infinity pool and a dining room that can hold up to 24 people.

This customised iPhone X is the definition of opulence. Made with 250g of 22-carat solid gold, each phone is handmade in LA.

Any Downton Abbey fan will love this jewellery box, which is limited to just five editions. A replica of Highclere Castle, it’s made from 10,944 individual pieces of maple wood and is lined with faux suede. There’s a secret drawer hidden within the box, perfect for hiding any diamonds. 

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Because who doesn’t love a special drink at Christmas? The already renowned after-dinner drink is about to get even more sought after this year with this cognac first created in 1874, which is made up of 1,200 eaux-de-vie, the youngest being at least 40 years old. 

This walnut wood bar made of British trees, breaks open like the tectonic plates beneath the earth to reveal a white gold-leaf lined metallic interior. With ample storage for bottles and glasses for every drink you can think of, there is also a hidden fridge and secret compartments.

The ideal gift for the ultimate film buff. This immersive film experience allows you to star in your very own film, written just for you. What's more, it includes an Oscar-themed wrap party with dinner and drinks, as well as a copy of your film to take home as a souvenir.

The first fully functioning jet suit has been developed by Gravity Industries. The power to fly – and training on the company's ex-military development site – can be yours for $447,300 (£340k). Not only that, but the suit will be bespoke, created to your dimensions.

This 72-bead angel skin coral bead necklace has a simple elegance to it, but with an 18-karat yellow gold and diamond clasp, doesn't skimp on the luxury.

If your recipient is looking to explore the depths of the sea, this personal submarine is what you are looking for. It can go to depths of up to 1,000 feet and operates for up to six hours. Users can also look at exotic fish, shipwrecks and the mysteries of the ocean with the numerous external xenon lamps. 

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Dubbed "the most complicated watch in the world", the Aeternitas has 483 components, and a 1,000 year calendar. The product of five years of work. If that wasn’t enough, the elegant design leaves the wearer with the most sophisticated wrist in town.

Does your special person want to be the most stylish driver around? Koenigsegg’s CCXR Trevita may be just the gift. Luxurious isn’t the right word for this beauty, as it is literally coated in diamonds. The Swedish manufacturer developed a new exterior finish which involves coating carbon fibres with a diamond dust-impregnated resin, we don’t like to think about how much the touch up paint would cost. Only two Trevita cars exist, making this gift one of the most exclusive in the world.

What do you get the person who has everything? What about their very own vineyard... This 18th-century eight-bedroom chateau in Aquitaine comes with 52 hectares of vines to make AOC Graves and Bordeaux wine. The house is in top condition, having been completely restored. The perfect billionaire's bolthole.

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This is the ultimate gift. If your recipient is looking for a place to store all their luxury items Project Utopia is just what they need. The floating yacht island is set to be 11 decks tall and 100 metres long. It will also include four helicopter pads, wet docks for boats, a theatre, nightclubs and a casino. It hasn’t gone past the design stage yet, which means that you can customise it with whatever you need for that true luxury lifestyle. 

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