Shopping or the art of appropriate acquisition is a worthy and enjoyable pastime. And whether this takes place in a modernist superstore, at shopping villages, or in the latest Haute spot to be seen, where you shop can make all the difference.
Did you know that the best shopping villages that have picture-perfect charm are compelling visitor attractions – pulling out all the stops so that you can dine, be entertained, or sip and shop – all within one beautifully contained area?
So, with this in mind with shopping bags and purses at the ready, here are some of the best shopping villages that you should visit soon:
Indulge In an Epicurean Paradise
TierraLuna Gardens Puerto Vallarta
TierraLuna Gardens in Puerto Vallarta is set to become one of the best shopping villages in the world. Recently opened, it is not only owned by TAFER Hotel and Resorts – but it is also situated within the grounds of the prestigious Garza Blanca Preserve in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
For a fantastic day trip TierraLuna is an open-air space where artistic, social, and recreational activities take place, alongside eight luxe boutiques and Luna Deli.
Piedra de Río is a place for souvenirs with memories of the vibrant colors from a trip to Mexico. They offer a large selection of high-quality handicrafts, traditional clothing, and folk art, and the items for sale help support local indigenous people. Promoting their work is passion and pleasure all in one store!
Palma is a resort wear boutique offering the latest looks from mini dresses to formal floor-length evening gowns, and carefully selected accessories for the modern-day traveler.
Zol, the beachwear boutique houses signature sandals, luxury swimwear, sun hats, sunscreen, and more, while AMA showcases locally sourced jewelry, clothing, and carefully crafted shoes. Cosmos offers exquisite gifts for the home from hammocks to pottery, and plant pots to soaps.
Musa offers precious stones and traditional and contemporary jewelry for the jet-set. Rustic well-made products are also available.
Aura is dedicated to health and wellness and is the perfect place to indulge yourself in a splurge of all things healthy. Yoga outfits, running shoes, and even facial creams are for sale and activewear is a specialty.
Lastly, at Stella Kids, you will find cutesy attire for the little ones and toys, both traditional Mexican or soft plush.
Allowing you to wander at will, the boutiques are strategically placed together, with Luna Deli on platform 2, where you can enjoy a refueling stop with delicious snacks and refreshing beverages, including a We Proudly Serve Starbucks™ bar.
TierraLuna is open for everyone including hotel guests staying in Hotel Mousai and Garza Blanca, which are both situated on the Preserve. Continuous trolleys operate, taking guests to all the action, which also includes TierraLuna’s restaurants – Karuma The Art of Grill for steaks, Canú Seafood, and Kuali Food and Cocktails (opening Dec 2021).
There is even a yoga deck, a cultural forum for weddings and events, and a fun showground-like carousel.
Farmers Market and Art Walks are held on Fridays from 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm, accompanied by live music (seasonal from November to May). All visitors can enjoy jungle views as they are soothed by the sound of natural pools that are fed by two rivers beside this Zen shopping haven.
London’s Calling You to Visit
Bicester Village, London
An unforgettable shopping experience awaits with exceptional savings on British and international brands at Bicester Village, with its quintessentially beautiful shop frontages.
This designer outlet houses 160 boutiques, and it is the founding member of a Collection of 11 global shopping destinations, all offering world-leading brands. Other cities in the world lucky enough to have a Bicester Village outlet include Paris, New York, Dublin, Barcelona, and Madrid.
It is close to the M40 motorway which means it is easy to get to from London, or the city of Oxford with its pretty cobbled streets. The epic shopping space is currently the most popular destination in England for Chinese tourists, after Buckingham Palace, bringing coach-loads of people every week.
There’s a cinema close by that provides joint discount packages, and pop-up stores pop regularly to keep savvy shoppers amused with cool, new arrivals.
Their digital queuing system means you can reserve your place in a virtual queue at some boutiques. You receive an SMS when it is your turn to enter, meaning no lines, no delays, and no hassles.
With nice discounts on good brands like Agent Provocateur, Mulberry, Gucci, and Jimmy Choo (up to 60% off), Bicester Village is a shopaholic’s heaven.
And with fourteen restaurants to choose from, shoppers can see, sip, and savor until their heart’s content.
A Place to Play
Downtown Disney District, California
The Downtown Disney District is conveniently located within walking distance of Disney California Adventure Park, Disneyland Park, and the Disneyland Resort hotels.
Yes, the world-famous place to play known as Disneyland also houses a shopping district with sixteen outlets, including Sunglasses Icon, Sephora, Curl Surf, and California Sole.
This means shoppers can explore an incredible array of fine dining, shopping, and entertainment options—all in one amazing location!
Diners can treat themselves to mouthwatering meals at Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes, amidst décor that harkens back to the days of old-school hip-hop and pop when they opt to have a rest from all the fun. And Salt & Straw, America’s beloved family ice cream store serves up tasty, artisan creations for a cool down.
The real beauty of Downtown Disney District is that everything is on-site, even a spa for weary mothers, or an adventure park for those with yet more energy.
You can even make a shopping reservation to purchase some favorite Disneyland Resort featured products from Mickey Mouse and friends, with no lines!
A visit to Downtown Disney District is a legacy of leisure with one common goal, and that is to always have fun!
See, Shop, And Do Denmark
Ringsted Outlet, Denmark
Ringsted Outlet, a shopping village in Denmark has 48 flagship stores and 2 restaurants. The stores are run by each brand that sells stock from current or past seasons – always with a discount of up to 70% off the retail price.
The collections in-store consist of production surpluses, samples, or excess stock, making this a great day out for bargain hunters.
Fashion, footwear, beauty, sportswear, underwear, and home living are some of the niches catered for, and brands such as Levi, Lacoste, Adidas, Helly Hansen, Hair Factory, Lindt Chocolate, and Le Creuset take center stage.
Ringsted Outlet knows that dogs are family, deserving of a day out, and as a pet-friendly outlet you are more than welcome to bring your best furry friend along. You will find dog hooks by every 3rd store, and water taps in various dog heights.
And if you’d like to do something different after you’ve visited the shopping village, many cultural, traditional, and utterly unique attractions are close by, such as The Church of St. Bendt, the Skjoldenæsholm Tram Museum, Ringsted Museum and Archives, Ringsted Windmill, and Ringsted Radio Museum.
Having places to connect with locals, somewhere to feel a sense of history, and somewhere to relax and reflect nearby, makes a trip to Ringsted Outlet a holiday highlight on any visit to Denmark.
Welcome Shoppers to A New Age
Shoppers love wandering around Shopping Villages because it is very relaxing and the experience can be special and unexpected. Finding everything from homegrown wines, fancy linens, or even a perfect local pastry is so much more enjoyable when you can linger over lunch on a sweet terrace, or wander into a fragrant garden.
Shoppers feel safe and secure in a pretty and unique environment, and when physical spaces are built to look like beautiful villages, they can even feel like small communities. And by fusing retail and entertainment spaces with spectacles and attractions, everyone in the family can have a memorable day out.
So, if you love shopping know that you don’t have to be strolling down Fifth Avenue in New York City, the Champs-Elysees in Paris, or Rodeo Drive in Los Angeles to get your fix. Shopping destinations within shopping villages are fantastic places where you can wander around, allowing time to just exist, grabbing all the best bargains at the same time!
