Shop in-store early into the season. The closer to Christmas, the more crowded the stores will become. Get your in-store shopping done as early into the season as possible to avoid large crowds.
Use contactless credit cards. To avoid germs and bacteria, decrease the amount of surface contact with debit card machines and handling money by using a contactless credit card. Look for the wave symbol on your card or call the credit card holder to find out if your card is contactless.
Always park in well-lit areas and avoid shopping alone.