Christmas is a time of year when people around the world come together in the spirit of giving, love and hope for mankind, but there are many countries that don’t celebrate Christmas. For Keep Reading
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Located about two hours north of Sydney, Australia, the Hunter Region of NSW makes for an incredible escape from the big city. The area is home to some of the best and oldest vineyards in New Keep Reading
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Christmas in the Philippines is very different from Christmas in other countries. A Philippines Christmas has its own charm, its own appeal, its own beauty, which pairs wonderfully with island Keep Reading
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[Updated 12/15/2022] Did you know that more people celebrate New Years around the world than any other holiday? But, of course, that doesn’t mean that we all have the same New Year Keep Reading
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I grew up in a lower middle class family and worked my way through college. So I couldn't afford to travel internationally much until I was in my thirties. For me, eating exotic food from around Keep Reading
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[Updated 12/2/2022] Lebkuchen, a.k.a German Gingerbread, are traditional Christmas Cookies that has been around for centuries. It was originally invented by monks Keep Reading
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[Updated 12/02/22] Like most kids who grew up in the US, I became fascinated with Santa Claus from a very early age. From his fuzzy red suit and his long white hair and beard to the reindeer who Keep Reading
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Far removed from the world's other 6 continents, Australia has some of the most unique natural features and weird animals on the planet. The Great Australian Desert is a vast arid land that covers Keep Reading
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Normally at this time of year we’d be posting our annual Best Gifts for Travelers guide, showcasing all the best travel gear for your 2022 adventures. But between COVID concerns, inflated airfare Keep Reading
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Every year at Christmastime, my mother chooses and champions a charitable cause. In lieu of fruitcakes, popcorn tins and kitschy socks, she sends out donations to what she considers the best Keep Reading
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[Updated November 20, 2023] It's no secret that our family truly loves Christmas Light Displays in Georgia. Whether we're heading out to enjoy our favorite Atlanta Christmas events or staying Keep Reading
40 DIY Recycled Christmas Decorations (With Instructions!)
[Updated 11/7/22] Making recycled Christmas decorations at home is a fantastic opportunity to slow down and savor the holiday season. It gives us a chance to spend some quality time Keep Reading
30 Symbols of Christmas: The History & Meaning of Traditional Christmas Decorations
[Updated 11/5/22] Christmas has been celebrated as a Christian holiday dating back to A.D. 336. Many of the traditional symbols of Christmas transcend cultures and continents, including Keep Reading
45 Fascinating Christmas Traditions in Mexico
[Updated 10/26/2022] From Cinco de Mayo and Día de Los Muertos (a.k.a. Day of the Dead Festival) to tacos, tequila, and piñatas, traditional Mexican culture has become increasingly embedded in Keep Reading
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[Updated 10/26/22] The day before a holiday isn’t often considered a holiday itself. But when it comes to Christmas and New Year Traditions Around the World, revelers seem determined to make the most Keep Reading
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I've been a professional travel writer for 25 years now. But, like most people, there was a time in my life when the idea of traveling the world seemed like it was way beyond my financial Keep Reading