Know What to do on This Christmas Eve

21 December, 2023

December is a time when the world is doused in a festive holiday spirit; with Christmas and New Year’s Eve, it’s time for all things merry. Besides, as your surroundings turn into a winter wonderland, the change in weather calls for added joy. So, as you count the remaining days of the year, why not indulge in a last hurrah and revel in the festive celebrations? And with everything that this year has thrown at you, it’s finally time to bid adieu and welcome a brighter tomorrow. 

Here's how you can experience the smaller joys this holiday season and spread some cheer: 

Revamp Your Wardrobe

What you wear is how you feel, so don’t wait around for a party invitation to dress up. A glittery outfit can never go wrong during Christmas or if you like to keep things casual, you can dress down in a festive-themed sweater. So, indulge in a little retail therapy and add stylish winter wear to your shopping cart. You can compare and shop on Amazon or Flipkart via SmartBuy and get Reward Points and CashBack on your HDFC Bank Credit Cards and Debit Cards respectively. Purchase e-vouchers from top apparel brands with HDFC Bank’s PayZapp.  Get 5X reward points on spends at Marks & Spencer, Myntra, Nykaa & Reliance Digital with the Regalia Gold Credit Card.  The Tata Neu Infinity HDFC Bank Credit Card offers 5% back as NeuCoins on Tata Neu and partner Tata brand spends. You can also enjoy up to 5% cashback on Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, Tata CLiQ and more brands with the Millennia Credit Card. 

Home Decor

Another thing to do on Christmas day is to revamp your home. There’s nothing like sprucing your interiors with seasonal décor to welcome festive cheer in your life. Ring in the holidays by purchasing new crockery and wine glasses to add a touch of elegance to your Christmas dinner. You can add festive tones to your living space in the form of plush cushions, sparkly lights, warm-coloured rugs and fragrant candles to create a snug ambience. Get up to ₹400 off on Homecentre spends (T&C apply). 

Home Appliances or Furniture

This festive season, you can be your own Santa Clause and give yourself the gift of comfort by upgrading your appliances or furniture. If you’ve been thinking about buying a new washing machine with a dryer, a robot vacuum cleaner, a dishwasher or even a king-sized bed or a lampshade, there is no better time than now. To make payments easy and convenient without bothering your monthly finances, you can convert large purchases into EMIs with HDFC Bank Credit Card SmartEMI facility. The interest rates are low with stress-free repayment options. You can apply for SmartEMI on your HDFC Bank Credit Card here. Shop at Homecentre and get up to ₹5,000 off on furniture purchases (T&C apply). You can also enjoy up to 10% instant discount (up to ₹3,000) on Crompton purchases (T&C apply).

Gadgets

If your New Year's resolution is to embark on a fitness journey, then a fitness band can help you accomplish your goals. To optimise your work-from-home routines, it is ideal to invest in a good laptop and other tech devices like wireless earbuds or mouse. You can even buy a new smartphone for the New Year! On HDFC Bank SmartBuy, you can easily compare prices across brands and scout the best deal all in one place, without the hassle of visiting multiple websites. Planning to buy an iPhone? Get up to 15,000 reward points with HDFC Bank Cards when you shop at Imagine Tresor (T&C apply). Enjoy up to 7.5% instant discount at Croma, every Friday (T&C apply).

With the Christmas bells ringing, the fairy lights shining and colourful decorations spreading joy, the festivities will soon be knocking on your door. So, get ready to gift yourself with the best of things. Happy holidays!

Wondering what gift to purchase for your loved one this Christmas? Here’s a list of Christmas gift ideas that can help you!

Apply for HDFC Bank Credit Cards and enjoy a myriad of offers across top brands, whether apparel, home appliances, furniture, electronics and more. Register for PayZapp – the all-new online payments app, head to the ‘Shop’ section and avail of e-vouchers from a multitude of brands. 

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