The christmas guide

When is Christmas in Italy?

Natale (Christmas Day) falls on 25 December in Italy, and Santo Stefano (Boxing Day) is 26 December and also a national public holiday. The festive season commonly stretches beyond those two dat...

When should you decorate for Christmas?

When should you decorate for Christmas? That single question often sits between tradition, practicality and personal preference, and there is no single correct answer. Some people begin planning...

When is Christmas celebrated in Italy?

Christmas in Italy unfolds as a season rather than a single day, combining religious observance, family meals and public festivities across several key dates. The principal day is 25 December (N...

How to create a Christmas playlist

The right mix of songs can shape how your holiday moments unfold, whether you need gentle background music for wrapping presents or a rousing set for an evening with friends. A well-built Christ...

Outdoor christmas light displays that will brighten your holiday nights

Glittering strands and mapped displays can transform ordinary nights into seasonal scenes, reflecting off wet streets and river surfaces to create memorable walks and photo moments. Large outdoo...

Unique Christmas traditions to try this year

Familiar holiday routines have their place, but trying a few unique Christmas traditions can refresh the season and invite new ways to connect with family and friends. A small shift in timing, a...

Holiday pajama sets for cozy family mornings

Slow holiday mornings often begin with everyone still in bed, mugs within reach and the tree lights low while you pull matching pajama sets over sleepy shoulders. Those coordinated looks help ma...

Couples Christmas outfits

Two people in coordinated holiday attire can turn a simple evening into a memorable moment, whether you choose playful knits or elegant, pared-back pieces.

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Christmas socks for kids: Gift ideas and cozy styles

The living room glows with soft light as children shuffle in wearing fuzzy holiday socks and wide smiles.

Christmas morning scene

Christmas socks for kids are seasonal themed soc...

Christmas sweater ideas for cozy family gatherings

The living room hums with quiet chatter as relatives settle in, mugs in hand and chairs drawn close—simple wardrobe choices can pull that scene together. A thoughtfully chosen Christmas sweater ...

When is Christmas in China?

Many ask When is Christmas in China? The simple calendar answer is the same as in the West: Christmas Day falls on 25 December, but in mainland China it is not an official public holiday. Decemb...

How long does Christmas last?

People ask how long Christmas lasts because it can mean different things: a set of public holidays or a broader cultural season that stretches across weeks. Think of it both as specific calendar...

Which day is Christmas?

Calendar facts and recurring date

Christmas Day is fixed on 25 December in the Gregorian calendar. Key point: The calendar date never changes, while the weekday does shift from year to ...

How do Australians celebrate Christmas?

While many people picture a snow-covered scene with mulled drinks, Christmas in Australia often unfolds under the sun: beaches fill up, backyard barbecues sizzle and parks become the setting for...

When do Russians celebrate Christmas?

For many visitors the date comes as a surprise: Russians mark Christmas in early January rather than late December. The short answer is straightforward and matters if you are planning travel, fa...

What does Christmas represent?

From candlelit nativity scenes to gatherings around a warm table, Christmas brings together religious memory, seasonal markers and cultural habits. The season can mean different things to differ...