Social Media With a Bit of Holiday Sparkle

This holiday retailers are jumping on the social media bandwagon. With Facebook topping 300 million users and Twitter climbing to over 13 million users in a little less than two years, it's no wonder that these retailers are beginning to invest so much time and money this holiday season into social media sites.

Retailers have used this season to not only persuade users to visit their site but to visit their store. Retailers have enticed users with promotional coupons, interactive games, gift finders, as well as fun holiday cheer. Not only are these sites fun and helpful but the are also charitable. Sites such as Toys 'R' Us and Sears are getting in the spirit by helping families in need of gifts this time of year. You can also make a wish to Santa as well as help the Make A Wish foundation at Macys.

So spread some holiday cheer, find a gift for a loved one, save some money doing it so you can buy one for yourself, and help others in need. Check out some of my favorite Facebook social media retailers to explore the festivities.

• Best Buy

Hint Dropper: Have you been wanting that special something but that special someone is maybe not the most perceptive person? well Hint Dropper can you help your loved one finally get the hint!

• Walmart

List Creator: Create that special list so that you get everything you want this holiday

• Macy's

Santa's Post Office: Send a letter to Santa with the special Macy's holiday stationary. For each letter sent through Macy's will donate $1 to the Make A Wish Foundation.

• Sears

Heroes At Home: Help to give a gift to military families this holiday season. Pick out items online or send gift cards online to families helping to serve and protect.

• GAP

Cheer Factory: Send cheers and custom greeting to friends and family members all while receiving a nice promotional offer for doing so.

Happy Holidays from 44 Degrees North!