10 Places to Buy Last-Minute Gift Card

Shopping for loved ones during the holiday season isn't always easy. Everyone has someone on your holiday gift list who has left them stumped. Instead of joining the last-minute shopping frenzy, pick up a gift card and let them pick out their gift.

Here’s a list of local stores that sell gift cards this holiday season:

* TD Bank: Money – the gift that's always a crowd pleaser. If you don't want to hand over cash you can always go to the bank and turn your paper into plastic at TD Bank in Hauppauge on the corner of Routes 347 and 111.

* : Walgreens on Route 347 has a large selection of gift cards for you to choose from. Want to prevent your loved ones from getting sick over the winter? Try a Walgreens flu shot gift card. For the foodies in the family opt for a card to Chili's, Outback Steakhouse or Red Lobster. Cards for department stores and online gaming are also available.

* : Let someone you know "eat good in their neighborhood" with a gift card to Applebee's. It's a great idea that will surely come in handy for those post-holiday gatherings with friends.

* Simon's Smith Haven Mall: There's a little bit of everything at the Smith Haven Mall and if you aren't sure what direction to go in you can purchase a card with any limit for a small fee. A Simon's card can be redeemed at any store in the mall, or any place outside of the mall where American Express is accepted. A Visa version is also available, making the gift card accepted at the Lake Grove mall or anywhere Visa is accepted.

* : Everyone knows a caffeine-lover. During the cold winter months a gift card to Starbucks can really make a commuter's morning a lot warmer. Give someone the ability to grab a peppermint mocha on the way to work to put them in a festive mood.

* : Is there a crafty person in your life? A gift card to AC Moore can bring hours of joy to someone who's constantly looking for their next project. Whether its yarn for new sweaters, or stickers for the scrapbook enthusiast, this place is a haven for creative minds.

* : Walmart offers a big selection of gifts ranging from home goods to electronics. Looking to load up someone's iPod? They offer iTunes gift cards and other specialty items as well as American Express.

* : Don't know what to get the fashionista? A Dress Barn gift card will let her pick just the right outfit for that dinner party without you having to guess her size.

* : For the person who is young, or just young at heart, a Dave and Busters' gift card might put a smile on their face. It means a night out with drinks and video games galore after spending the holidays with family.

* : You'll really hit the gift-giving bulls-eye with a gift card to Target. With a great selection of toys, clothing, housewares and electronics the lucky recipient of this card should have no problem picking out their perfect present.