That’s where Advantage cards and loyalty cards quietly come into their own, and why they deserve a place in every Christmas planner.
One of the most familiar examples in the UK is the Boots Advantage Card, but the festive benefits apply to loyalty schemes right across the high street.
Turning Everyday Shopping into Christmas Savings
The real magic of an Advantage card is that it rewards spending you’re already doing.
Toiletries, skincare, vitamins, cold remedies, baby essentials, these are year-round necessities.
By using an Advantage card throughout the year, you’re effectively building a Christmas fund without even noticing.
Come December, those points can:
Knock money off gifts
Cover stocking fillers
Pay for festive self-care treats
It’s one of the easiest ways to soften the financial impact of Christmas.
Christmas Is Peak Points Season
Retailers know Christmas is busy, and Advantage card holders are often rewarded accordingly. In the run-up to Christmas, it’s common to see:
Extra points on gift ranges
Bonus points when you spend over a certain amount
Seasonal points boosters
Targeted festive offers
This is when points really snowball, especially if you’re buying gifts anyway.
Ideal for Stocking Fillers and Small Gifts
Advantage cards are particularly powerful when it comes to:
Beauty gifts
Mini gift sets
Toiletries for hampers
Teacher, neighbour, and colleague presents
By redeeming points, you can pick up thoughtful gifts without dipping further into the Christmas budget — and without it feeling like you’re cutting corners.
A Quiet Way to Budget Without Feeling Mean
Not everyone enjoys strict Christmas budgeting. Advantage points offer a gentler alternative.
Because the money is already “spent” earlier in the year, using points in December doesn’t feel like sacrificing anything. It feels like a bonus — or even a little Christmas gift to yourself.
That psychological lift matters, especially during an already expensive and emotionally charged season.
Perfect for Last-Minute Christmas Emergencies
We’ve all been there:
A forgotten gift
An unexpected visitor
A stocking that suddenly looks empty
Having Advantage points ready to go can save the day. Whether it’s a quick beauty gift, festive treats, or practical essentials, points give you flexibility when Christmas throws a curveball.
Digital Cards Make Festive Shopping Easier
With most Advantage cards now stored in apps, there’s no rummaging through wallets at busy tills. Your offers, points balance, and festive promotions are all there on your phone — ideal when shops are crowded and queues are long.
It’s one less thing to think about during an already hectic time of year.
A Small Christmas Habit with Big Rewards
Using an Advantage card is one of those quiet Christmas wins:
No cost to join
No obligation to spend more
No downside
It simply rewards loyalty and planning — two things that make Christmas calmer, kinder, and a little more affordable.
If you’re shopping regularly and not collecting points towards Christmas, you’re making the festive season harder than it needs to be.
And at That’s Christmas 365, we’re always in favour of Christmas magic that doesn’t break the bank. And if you are over 65, there are even more perks and more points!