Tips for Surviving the Holiday Hustle & Bustle
Trying to survive the holiday hustle and bustle? We’re here to help! See our tips to creating a stress-free (okay, a less stressful!) holiday season with ways to create your holiday shopping a little easier at West Acres.
We get it – the holidays can be a stressful time, but we’re here to help! Whether you’re crossing items off of your holiday gift list or are visiting us for holiday performances or a visit to Santa, we want to make sure you have a magical (stress-free) experience. Here are some helpful tips for surviving the holiday hustle and bustle:
Tip 1: Avoid the Chaos
If you’re trying to dodge the crowds and the chaos, try visiting on a weekday morning or evening. Holiday hours can be found here.
Tip 2: Utilize Our Resources
Visit our holiday website to see everything from mall and Santa hours, to the holiday performances schedule and mall card purchasing.
Tip 3: Have Ideas in Mind
The most productive way to get cross those gifts off your list, is to come with ideas in mind! View our Holiday Gift Guides to see a curated collection of gift ideas for everyone on your list from West Acres’ stores. It’s the go-to-guide for great gifts to give and get!
Tip 4: Shopping Made Easy
As soon as you arrive for your holiday shopping trip, Guest Services is there to assist! Check your coat and any extra unneeded baggage, pick up a shopping cart (because nobody likes having to drag around dozens of heavy bags), and be on your way!
Also visit us on Tuesday nights in December for stress-free shopping (did somebody say free gift wrapping & cocktails?) Click here for more info!
Tip 5: Grab the Gift That Always Fits
When in doubt, mall cards are the perfect gift for anyone on your list! They can be purchased at Guest Services, the Mall Office, or online!
Tip 6: Leave the Wrapping to Us
Gift wrapping is available at Guest Services or at the Kiwanis Optimists Club table located in the food court. We also offer free gift wrapping (with a $50 same-day purchase) on Tuesday nights in December! Learn more about our stress-free shopping events here!
Tip 7: Relax & Unwind
Whether you just finished crossing off that last gift on the list, or need a little time to put your feet up, the Holiday Court (also known as the Buffalo Court), is the best place to gather, experience, and explore. Relax in a festive, cozy atmosphere, or take part in one of the many holiday events we will be hosting in the court this season!
Tip 8: Read Up on Holiday Happenings
We have a lot planned for this holiday season, and we can’t wait for you to join us for the festivities! Click here to hear about all the exciting events and pop-ups you can experience this season.
As always, if there is anything we can do to improve your visit, or make it more enjoyable, please feel free to reach out to us!
Happy Holidays!
