<ul><li>Google Trends expert suggests avoiding bakeries, salons, and grocery stores on Saturdays and opting for different days to beat the rush.</li><li>Sunday morning at 8:00 a.m. is the best time to do grocery shopping, while 1:00 p.m. is the busiest time.</li><li>For other shopping chores, 10:00 a.m. on a Monday is recommended to skip the lines.</li><li>Avoid traveling on Fridays during Thanksgiving week, and choose Sunday or Monday around 8:00 p.m. for clearer roads.</li></ul>

The do's and don'ts of planning your holiday shopping to avoid the rush, according to a Google Trends expert

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