If you have one in your area, I highly recommend Fascinations... or try them online:
http://www.fascinations.net/ My wife and I have gone to the local ones a few times... very pleasant, great selection and the people are happy to help you. It sounds kinda strange, maybe, if you're new to a store like that, but having someone with "professional knowledge" tell you honestly why one product is good and another not so much is pretty nice.
Edit: Okay, I looked at your location, and I'm thinking probably not. But yeah, I've seen stores with a $1 browser fee. I understand the idea behind the policy, but I won't shop at a store like that either.