Beat The Holiday Rush-Shop Online
Shopping for the Holidays can be fun, but also stressful. Here's some tips to help you beat the Holiday Rush.
⚡Shop early, ship early – With only about 2 weeks left before the holidays, getting your orders placed sooner rather than later can make a big difference. Whether you are the consumer or the retailer/wholesaler, it's important to pay attention to several key deadlines.
Key Deadlines by Carrier (for December 25 2025)
USPS (Lower 48 States)
- Ground Advantage/First-Class: Ship by Dec 17
- Priority Mail: Ship by Dec 18
- Priority Mail Express: Ship by Dec 20
- 3 Day Select: Ship by Dec 19
- 2nd Day Air: Ship by Dec 22
- Next Day Air: Ship by Dec 23
- Ground: Varies by distance; use UPS's tool
- Ground/Home Delivery (5-day): Ship by Dec 17
- 2Day/2Day AM: Ship by Dec 22
- Standard/Priority/First Overnight: Ship by Dec 23
*Note: key deadlines are listed, but I would do my best to ship as soon as possible, in order to beat the rush.
⚡Plan and budget – Creating a simple plan can reduce stress. Start by making a list of everyone you need to buy for, set a realistic overall budget, and break it down by category (gifts, cards, shipping, etc.) . Tracking your spending as you go helps you stay on course and keeps you from experiencing "buyers' remorse" and the "post-holiday debtor's blues" during the New Year.
⚡Use helpful tools – Browser extensions like BeFrugal ,Honey or Rakuten can alert you to price drops and cash-back offers, while price-monitoring tools let you know when an item's price changes . Consider stacking cash-back incentives, such as using a cash-back debit card or app offers, such as Swagbucks, Microsoft Rewards
No surprises – Double-check shipping estimates, especially for custom or international orders, and consider shipping with a carrier that provides tracking. If you're close to a store, in-store or curbside pickup can eliminate shipping waits altogether.
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Alternative ideas – Digital gifts like e-gift cards or printable certificates can be a lifesaver if you're running short on time. They're delivered instantly and let the recipient choose what they want .
By shopping thoughtfully and using a few handy tips, you can navigate the holiday season with ease. Happy shopping!
