Holiday Shopping - Special Reports from CNN.com

"Ready, set, shop" is the theme for the 2007 holiday shopping season which is already in full swing. Shoppers who procrastinate might find the best deals as retailers slash prices and bank on impulse purchases to boost sluggish sales.


Ready, Set, Shop! • Reality-check or rip off? People spending millions on virtual gifts • 'Twelve Days of Christmas' keeps getting costlier • Parents, shoppers warned to beware of dangerous toys • Toy recalls bring bad tidings for toy sales • 'Virtual piggybank' allows friends and family to give via Facebook, MySpace • Holiday sales looking bright for Wal-Mart • Deadlines near for overseas holiday mail deliveries • Macy's banking on Usher, Jessica Simpson, Martha Stewart this Christmas • CNNMoney: Wal-Mart's 'Black Friday' bargains \| Target's holiday deals leaked • Gallery: 'It' toys from the past Gift Guides • Family: Perfect presents for mom and dad, grandparents, tweens and toddlers • Romantic: Shower your sweetie or significant other with gifts from the heart • Coworkers: Gift ideas for the weekend chef, sports fan, bookworm and fashionista • Pets: Robotic toys, clothes, gourmet treats, clothing and things to keep them busy • Gadgets: MP3 players, big screen iPods, GPS devices and more • GameTap: Best video games for kids, teens, multiple players, sports fans and adults • Gift ideas for someone who likes to travel • Oprah.com: Oprah reveals her favorite things for 2007 • Hottest toys for kids • RealSimple: 50 gifts under $50 for just about anyone • CNNMoney: 2007 hottest kids toys \| 5 tips for smarter shopping Decorating and Entertaining • Hottest trends and tips in holiday decor • Christmas tree 101: Tricks and tips to picking the perfect tree • Bright lights, safe houses • Gallery: Holiday traditions have long histories and date back to ancient times • Gallery: Learn how to wrap presents like a pro Quick Vote When do you plan to finish your holiday shopping? Already finished A few weeks out Weekend before Christmas Eve The last minute or see results All About... Culture & Lifestyles Electronics Entertainment Food & Cooking Holidays Movie Reviews Recipes Shopping Technology more topics »	Video » The hottest holiday decorations Gallery » Gifts to pamper your pets Podcast Video Decorating tips, trends Audio Online shopping vs. the mall Send, share, see your stories on CNN Do you and your neighbors go all out with Christmas, Kwanza or Hanukkah decorations? Send us an e-mail, photos or video of the creative holiday lights and displays in your hometown this season. Submit your ideas more i-Reports »

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