Westfield:Delivering the Ultimate Shopping Experience
By Mel Fabrikant Monday, November 13, 2006, 04:02 PM EST
The magic of the season comes to life at Westfield Garden State Plaza where premium customer services are designed to anticipate shoppers’ needs, with a dash of indulgence along the way. We invite you to experience the magic of the holidays at Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey, easily accessible from Manhattan. Here’s a sampling of the pampering in store.
Discover the Children will discover the magic of the holidays coming to life this
Magic season as they go on a festive holiday adventure. From enchanting icicle lights, swirling snow and glittering ornaments, and of course, Santa, the new interactive holiday décor makes family holiday shopping more enchanting than ever.
Greeters Friendly Concierge staff located at multiple entrances will be ready with a smile and a number of special services to make holiday shopping better for you including gift suggestions, directions to stores, assistance with valet parking, complimentary use of Kiddie Kruzzer strollers and wheelchairs, and complimentary package carry out.
Charity Gift Shoppers can get their purchases ‘all wrapped up’ at the
Wrap complimentary gift wrap station staffed by 2 local charities this season- Shelter Our Sisters of Bergen County and the American Cancer Society. The service is free although donations to the charity are accepted. Gift wrap is located in the Macy’s court by the carousel on the upper level.
The Perfect Gift With a new holiday look, Westfield Gift Cards still make the perfect gift for everyone on your list this season. For your convenience, gift cards may be purchased at multiple locations throughout the center.
Entertainment Entertainers will fill the air with the sounds of the holidays with performances by the Salvation Army Kettle Band and local school and community choirs.
Relaxation Customer Comfort Zones – casual groupings of plush furniture,
Stations offering the perfect spot to relax and chat with friends.
Family Lounge – designed for shoppers with babies and toddlers in tow, this Westfield innovation features family-friendly videos, comfortable seating, private nursing rooms, a microwave oven bottle warmer, changing stations and a private restroom with adult- and child-size fixture.
Plus on Black Friday, November 24, Westfield Garden State will kick off the season in style. You’re invited to join in a morning full of fun. The center will open at 5am in anticipation of the hundreds of festive shoppers who traditionally gather to wait for the stores to open at 7am. Here’s what’s planned:
New Jersey’s fittest and finest 2007 Calendar Cops™ will serve as concierges and assist customers, sign calendars, and lead warm up exercises for shoppers at the onset of one of the busiest shopping days of the year!
· Complimentary coffee and donuts
· Massage chairs
· Pampering samples of hand lotion and herbal tea
· Mini makeovers by Pantina Cosmetics
· Food samplings
For more information and to arrange coverage please call Lisa Herrmann (201) 843-2121
About Westfield Garden State Plaza
Westfield Garden State Plaza offers the premier shopping experience in New Jersey with over 280 specialty stores, and consistently delivers new retail concepts to the market. In addition, over 20 million shoppers each year enjoy the array of amenities available to them, including a friendly concierge service, valet parking, gift wrap and complimentary package carry out. Westfield Garden State Plaza is pleased to announce the addition of multiple Concierge stations at entrances throughout the center and a new, interactive holiday adventure set with snow! For your convenience, Westfield Garden State Plaza has expanded shopping hours for this holiday season. Garden State Plaza is located in Paramus at Route 4 and Route 17. For more information, call 201-843-2121 or www.westfield.com.
Discover the Children will discover the magic of the holidays coming to life this
Magic season as they go on a festive holiday adventure. From enchanting icicle lights, swirling snow and glittering ornaments, and of course, Santa, the new interactive holiday décor makes family holiday shopping more enchanting than ever.
Greeters Friendly Concierge staff located at multiple entrances will be ready with a smile and a number of special services to make holiday shopping better for you including gift suggestions, directions to stores, assistance with valet parking, complimentary use of Kiddie Kruzzer strollers and wheelchairs, and complimentary package carry out.
Charity Gift Shoppers can get their purchases ‘all wrapped up’ at the
Wrap complimentary gift wrap station staffed by 2 local charities this season- Shelter Our Sisters of Bergen County and the American Cancer Society. The service is free although donations to the charity are accepted. Gift wrap is located in the Macy’s court by the carousel on the upper level.
The Perfect Gift With a new holiday look, Westfield Gift Cards still make the perfect gift for everyone on your list this season. For your convenience, gift cards may be purchased at multiple locations throughout the center.
Entertainment Entertainers will fill the air with the sounds of the holidays with performances by the Salvation Army Kettle Band and local school and community choirs.
Relaxation Customer Comfort Zones – casual groupings of plush furniture,
Stations offering the perfect spot to relax and chat with friends.
Family Lounge – designed for shoppers with babies and toddlers in tow, this Westfield innovation features family-friendly videos, comfortable seating, private nursing rooms, a microwave oven bottle warmer, changing stations and a private restroom with adult- and child-size fixture.
Plus on Black Friday, November 24, Westfield Garden State will kick off the season in style. You’re invited to join in a morning full of fun. The center will open at 5am in anticipation of the hundreds of festive shoppers who traditionally gather to wait for the stores to open at 7am. Here’s what’s planned:
New Jersey’s fittest and finest 2007 Calendar Cops™ will serve as concierges and assist customers, sign calendars, and lead warm up exercises for shoppers at the onset of one of the busiest shopping days of the year!
· Complimentary coffee and donuts
· Massage chairs
· Pampering samples of hand lotion and herbal tea
· Mini makeovers by Pantina Cosmetics
· Food samplings
For more information and to arrange coverage please call Lisa Herrmann (201) 843-2121
About Westfield Garden State Plaza
Westfield Garden State Plaza offers the premier shopping experience in New Jersey with over 280 specialty stores, and consistently delivers new retail concepts to the market. In addition, over 20 million shoppers each year enjoy the array of amenities available to them, including a friendly concierge service, valet parking, gift wrap and complimentary package carry out. Westfield Garden State Plaza is pleased to announce the addition of multiple Concierge stations at entrances throughout the center and a new, interactive holiday adventure set with snow! For your convenience, Westfield Garden State Plaza has expanded shopping hours for this holiday season. Garden State Plaza is located in Paramus at Route 4 and Route 17. For more information, call 201-843-2121 or www.westfield.com.



