Far and few in between.

Freeport, Bahamas – Only three days remain before the Christmas Holiday and stores, located in the newly refurbished downtown, are offering up a smorgasbord of bargains to entice patrons to shop at home, especially downtown.   Parents and children alike could be found shopping in the various clothing, shoe, novelty and music hubs this weekend.

Parking spaces were far and few in between as shoppers, trying to catch store sales, had to circle many times to find one.  However, the new parking lot did make it easier to navigate the traffic.  Once settled, residents were treated to sale tents set up in front of many businesses to bring the inside, outside.  The sales range anywhere from 10% to 50% with each store visited. “Christmas time is our busiest season,” shares Mrs. Maude E. Clarke, owner of Kelvion’s Childrens Store, adding  “We have a great sale which includes a 25% and 50% off rack.”

The Athlete’s Foot - Patrons are patiently waiting to be served as they outnumber the helpful staff.

Many stores have increased their hours to accommodate the rush of Christmas shoppers even adding Sunday to their repertoire, if only for the season.  “We are doing well, despite the closing  of the Food Store and will have a 20%  storewide discount.” advised a glowing Dollar Plus employee.  The manager of Athlete’s Foot, D’Andre Archer, said “Business has really been picking up,” as he gave his interview while serving one of the many customers. 

The owner of  H & L School Supplies and Bookstore, Mrs. Kelly Russell was asked if the new Churchill Square had affected business  and she replied, “Persons are getting used to the fact that they have to park and walk and this is not an issue.” The H & L School Supplies and Bookstore will be celebrating their 13^th anniversary this week and will have a 13% discount to commemorate it.

Residents are urged to stay safe during this season.

Kelvion’s Childrens Store - Customers purchase Christmas Dresses for their daughters and Goddaughters.