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Amazon Prime benefits and perks are perfect for the holidays, but not everyone knows about them. Here are some of the things that fans could be missing out on.

Amazon Prime is being offered to the market for about $119 per year. To get a bigger share of the market, the retail and delivery giant has tried to beef up its offerings with sweet deals or discounts. A free one-day shipping service is set to be unveiled this November or December, The Sun Sentinel reported.

This perk will not be cheap for Amazon as the company expects to shell out $1.5 billion on this ambitious offer. Moreover, this service can be availed without minimum orders and purchases will be delivered not later than 9 P.M. the next day.

For those who are looking to avoid the Christmas rush, Amazon Prime members can get access to the early access to Amazon Lightning Deals, HoliDeals and Deals of the Day. All they have to do it go to this link Amazon.com/gp/goldbox and look for the things they have in mind. 

Online shopping is expected to peak around the holidays, so take advantage of Amazon Prime benefits. As more people are getting connected and choosing the less hassle route of Christmas shopping, the sales in the U.S. is still estimated to cross the trillion dollar mark. According to Business Insider, "Cyber Monday", Black Friday, Thanksgiving and "Cyber Tuesday" are forecasted to bring in the most sales which is pegged at more than $10 billion. 

Not to be outdone, the company has also bared its environment friendly efforts in Amazon Second Chance. Customers can reuse, recycle or trade items that are no longer needed or wanted. Shoppers can also put in their delivery boxes here. 

To even make it more customer-centric, Amazon is now offering payment options perks. Per USA Today, amongst many Amazon Prime benefits is the $15 promotional credit will be given to first time customers who purchased at least $50 worth of gift cards. For those who will use Amazon Prime credit cards as a mode of payment, they are entitled to a 15 percent discount on electronic gadgets that are on sale until December 22. 

Whole Foods will also deliver food without charge as part of the offered Amazon Prime benefits for members. Prime Reading and Music will also be offered free of charge to members while kids can also enjoy the same benefits under the Prime Household package. In this offer, children can also access other perks such as audiobooks and games by linking to their parents' account. 

Pet food orders will also be reduced to up to 20 percent less than the original price. All fur-parents have to do is go to amazon.com/pet to avail other discounted treats for their pets. 

Vice president of global delivery experience Maria Renz claims that Amazon promises nothing but added convenience to customers especially since the shopping window for this season is shorter compared to recent years. On the other hand, Good Morning America reported that competitors will not just give up that easily. Walmart has free delivery option for purchases worth $35 or above for all customers, members or not. Target's special is also a one-day delivery that comes in their Ship plan.