Shop Safe: The 2020 Holiday Shopping Guide

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04 December 2020

 

As we approach the end of the year, we also anticipate the holiday rush that comes with two consecutive special events- Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Since Christmas is just around the corner, monitos and monitas are IN. This season also means gift-giving and Christmas shopping is yet another task most of us would have to do this month.

 

 

And now that we’re at a time where being physically distant is preferable to being in close contact with others, the most convenient way to buy stuff is through e-commerce sites and online stores.

 

Have you started with your gift list yet? If you haven’t and you’re still contemplating whether to brave the holiday rush and the stressful traffic or to just stay at home, sit comfortably on your couch while browsing through online shops, well we prepared a short holiday shopping guide to help you figure it out!

 

 

 

Go contactless

Avoid long queues and physical contact with other people by shopping online. You can also look for countless gift options from various shops, minus the hassle of traffic. 

 

Online shopping is by far the most convenient way to go about your holiday gift hunt because you have options, you can enjoy hassle-free transactions, some offer free delivery when you spend a certain amount, and you can go shop-hopping without stepping out of your house.

 

Safety tip: Pay using cashless options like e-wallets, credit & debit cards.

 

 

 

 

 

Plan and get over it before everybody else does

You don’t want to shop last minute and get overwhelmed by the Christmas rush, so plan your gift list as early as now. Once you’ve finalized your list, you can easily sort through and select which items to buy. More time, less hassle.

 

Most people cram and buy presents the day before; thus, online shops run out of stock, or if you’re planning to buy it at physical stores, people are cramped in the mall, making it harder to shop.

 

Pro-tip: List all the items you need to buy and the shop where you can find them. It makes shopping more comfortable and a bit more convenient.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Follow safety guidelines when shopping outside

If you prefer to look for gifts at physical stores, make sure to follow safety protocols:

  • Wear your mask and face shield.

  • Bring alcohol or hand sanitizer.

  • Observe social distancing.

  • Wash your hands with soap and water after you get home.

 

 

Safety tip: Avoid crowded areas in the mall, and if you can, never remove your face shield and face mask, and try to wash your hands when going to public washrooms.

 

 

Watch out for promos and one-day sale offers

Some online-shopping apps offer gift vouchers that you can use to get discounts on your purchase! If you’ve been an avid online shopper, you already know the drill once the clock strikes 12 on 12.12! You can save a lot of money by checking out everything on your cart during the one-day holiday sale.

 

Pro-tip: Add-to-cart all the items on your list as early as now, and then click ‘check out’ on 12.12! Big discounts await, and you can even get an item half of the original price!

 

 

Whatever option you prefer, whether it’s online or at physical stores, safety should always be our top priority while we’re on our holiday shopping spree. For a safe and hassle-free shopping experience, going cashless and contactless is the best way to go.

 

 

Enjoy convenience at the tip of your fingers while in the comforts of your Empire East home. At Empire East Highland City, the 24-hectare development rising along the periphery of Pasig-Cainta, you can smoothly go about your holiday gift hunt without going extra miles or spending hours on the road.

 

If you’re someone who enjoys going out, this condo in Pasig-Cainta also boasts of its proximity to retail establishments and shopping centers. Just a few minutes away from the elevated city, you will be welcomed by an array of shopping malls where you can find everything you need and more!

 

Shop safely from your Empire East Highland City home. Visit www.empireeasthighlandcity.com or follow us on social media. For inquiries, you may send an email to inquiry@empire-east.com, or you may call 0917- 8EMPIRE/ 0999- 88EELHI.

 

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