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The run-up to Christmas often brings stress for shoppers juggling last-minute purchases and tight deadlines. To help ease the chaos, the Upper Austrian Chamber of Labor (AK Oberösterreich) has shared practical advice for avoiding common pitfalls this festive season.
In December 2025, the organisation highlighted key steps to reduce holiday shopping pressure. One major recommendation is checking guaranteed delivery dates when ordering online. This simple check can prevent gifts from arriving too late before Christmas.
For in-person shopping, policies vary by store. Unlike online purchases—which usually allow a 14-day return window from receipt—physical retailers may not accept returns at all. The AK Oberösterreich advises asking about return terms before buying to avoid surprises later. The group also suggests supporting local brick-and-mortar shops to save time and effort. When choosing gift cards, broader options from shopping centres or retail chains are safer than single-store vouchers. Even better, cash or homemade vouchers eliminate the risk of unused balances.
The tips aim to streamline holiday preparations and cut down on last-minute stress. By planning ahead and understanding return policies, shoppers can focus more on the festive season—and less on shopping headaches.
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