Save on fuel cost by shopping online: Here's a look at some of the UAE's online stores

In my previous post, we have looked at online shopping as one of the means that can help in saving unnecessary fuel consumption through the elimination of unnecessary trips. Though it hasn't been adopted by many of the local retailers yet, there are a few websites that conveniently facilitate your shopping needs, all by a click of a button. Here is a quick look at some of them:

1. IKEA

The popular Swedish furniture store, IKEA, now gives you the opportunity to browse online through your favourite home items, and order them to be delivered right to your doorstep. Should your order be more than AED 2,500, the delivery should be free of charge. 

2. Namshi

Namshi positions itself as a leading online destination for fashion and footwear. Some of the very attractive benefits from using the website is that it offers cash on delivery, free delivery and free exchanges. The website also lists products according to various categories including those that are on sale.

3. Souq.com

As one of the UAE's largest e-commerce platforms, Souq.com boasts a listing of over 400,000 products online across various categories such as electronics, fashion, and perfumes. There are many value deals listed on the website which can lead up to substantial savings when compared to purchasing the same items from physical stores. Souq.com also offers cash on delivery, free returns and promises fast deliveries.

4. Edible Arrangements

Instead of sending flowers, you can now surprise your loved ones by sending them a fresh fruit bouquet courtesy of Edible Arrangements. Should you wish, every fruit in the bouquet you order can be dipped in chocolate if you wish. The website also makes it easy for you to select bouquets that are arranged and suggested according to various occasions. If you desire as well, you can order your selection online, and pick it up from any of their stores around the UAE.

5. Trolley.ae

Trolley.ae is a Dubai-based online grocery shopping store, with deliveries being complimentary if the total value of the order exceeds AED 100. One of the most appealing features of the website is allowing to build on future orders from previous orders rather than starting off from scratch. Trolley.ae also allows you to specify a delivery time any time between 10am and 8.30pm for their drivers to drop off your order at your doorstep.

This post isn't an endorsement of any of the above websites. It only intends to raise awareness about the various online shopping websites available in the UAE.