Arizona’s Christmas City
Can’t get enough eggnog, candy canes or christmas Carols? Then a day trip to Prescott is an idyllic way to celebrate the many traditions of the holidays even after you’ve opened your presents.
With parades, live concerts and light shows, it’s easy to see why Prescott was designated “Arizona’s christmas City” in the late 1980s by then Governor Rose Mofford. The town simply comes alive and prides itself on welcoming visitors of all ages to enjoy fantastic shopping, arts and...
December 27th, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: christmas, day trip, Tours
Festive Lights Around Vancouver
Besides the many extravagantly decorated homes around Vancouver, this christmas season there are many other colorful sights to see. If you’re visiting here and without a car, you can still get around to many of them by foot in the downtown core, or by public transit. If you have a car, you can enjoy some of the festive lights and decorations out in the suburbs.
This week I took advantage of a clear, mild night to check out one of the fabled Woodwards windows at the TD Bank, part of the...
December 26th, 2010 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: christmas, Holiday events
An Old-Fashioned Christmas at Burnaby Village Museum
It was a cold, rainy afternoon when I visited the Burnaby Village Museum but warm christmas cheer greeted me and made the visit a pleasant winter’s outing.
From the blazing coloured lights to the Victorian christmas decorations I was quickly transported into the spirit of the Season. Even though the weather wasn’t pleasant enough for the usual carol singers to perform on the street, there were plenty of other activities indoors to amuse and entertain. I stopped into the little theatre and watched...
December 21st, 2010 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: architecture, christmas, family entertainment
Top Chicago Bars for Holiday Decor and Cocktails
... holiday decor and festive cocktails.
And don’t forget that before or after enjoying a holiday drink, you can check out some of Chicago’s best christmas events, including the Christkindlmarket, which runs through this Friday, December 24, and the Lincoln Park Zoo’s ZooLights that stay bright through January 2, 2011.
Butch McGuire’s (20 W. Division Street; map) – One of Chicago’s best holiday decorated bars, Butch McGuire’s has a double-decker model train that runs throughout the...
December 21st, 2010 | Lisa Davis | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: bars, christmas, holidays
Christmas Shopping at the Malls in Buenos Aires
christmas is just around the corner. Yes! it is that time of the year when everyone has to start thinking about presents. If you feel like doing some christmas shopping while in Buenos Aires, here is a short list of places you might like to visit:
Galerías Pacífico. This is the most beautiful shopping mall there is in the city (map). It is very trendy and expensive, with art all over. It is nice to walk around it and take a look at things, even if you don´t buy anything. The building was constructed...
December 20th, 2010 | Pablo Juan Augustinowicz | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: christmas, holidays, Shopping, top-feature
A White Christmas in Auckland, New Zealand?
A New Zealand christmas is full of beaches, barbeques, and jandals, rather than winter woollies and snow, but now Kiwis have a chance to discover a White christmas in Auckland – in the middle of summer!
Cadbury’s Share the Joy programme is a series of events in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch.
The Auckland event is the best of all – The Share the Joy Giant Snow Globe!
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December 15th, 2010 | theaucklandguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Auckland, christmas, free family events
Christmastime in Mexico City
The christmas season has arrived in Mexico City. Parks and plazas are decorated in flowers and lights, colorful piñatas are on display and christmas bazaars are taking over the streets surrounding the markets. Mexico City’s annual holiday program la Magia de la Navidad, or the Magic of christmas, kicked off this past weekend and continues through January 9, 2011.
Ice Rink in the Mexico City Zócalo
Currently in its fourth year, Mexico City’s la Magia de la Navidad holiday program features...
December 10th, 2010 | Laura Nazimiec | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: christmas, concert, festival, holiday season
Get in the Holiday Spirit in Washington DC
To jump-start your holiday spirit, check out these four fun holiday activities in and around Washington DC. From the National christmas Tree to a jet-skiing Santa, there’s something fun, exciting and sure to bring smiles to the faces of children of any age.
National christmas Tree – Ellipse across for the White House, (map) – Through January 1, 2011.
The live 40-foot Colorado blue spruce tree in the Ellipse was transplanted from Pennsylvania in 1978, and each December since, the President...
December 9th, 2010 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: christmas, Events, holidays
Grinch Musical Delights in Dallas
The Grinch may have stolen christmas, but Stefan Karl steals the show with his rendition of the infamous green curmudgeon in How the Grinch Stole christmas – The Musical. The show opened at the Winspear Opera House last night, with a limited run of 12 performances through this Sunday, December 12, 2010. It is well worth seeing.
In case you have forgotten the premise, the Grinch is a hairy outcast with a grudge against the townsfolk below his mountain lair. Despite claiming to be happy in his...
December 8th, 2010 | Tui Cameron | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: christmas, family activities, musical
Festival of Lights at Moody Gardens
... and 4D theaters, and a “Snow Zone” for the kids round out the festivities. Finally, between December 16 and December 26 “Imagine christmas: A Holiday Aerial and Acrobatics Musical Show and Dinner Buffet” will play at the Moody Gardens Convention Center. Click here for official slide show photos of the Festival of Lights.
What: Moody Gardens Festival of Lights Celebration
Where: Moody Gardens Galveston Island (map)
When: Now through January 1: Thursday December 2 – Sunday...
December 2nd, 2010 | Christina Uticone | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: christmas, Christmas-lights, Holiday events
Christmas with the Arts in Houston
One of the my favorite things to do during the holiday season is to treat myself to a show. Whether musical, theater or dance, christmas brings special productions to the stage that I can only see this time of year. Houston is hosting several excellent productions during this holiday season.
“The Nutcracker” at the Houston Ballet
The Nutcracker is the christmas show to see. The music of Tchaikovsky provides the backdrop to this story of toys come to life. The Houston Ballet will be performing...
November 28th, 2010 | Christina Uticone | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: ballet, christmas, Holiday events, theater
National Poinsettia Day
... flowers (called cyathia) are grouped within the small yellow structures found in the center of each leaf bunch.
The plant’s association with christmas began in 16th century Mexico, where legend tells of a young girl who was too poor to provide a gift for the celebration of Jesus’ birthday. The tale goes that the child was inspired by an angel to gather weeds from the roadside and place them in front of the church altar. Crimson “blossoms” sprouted from the weeds and became...
November 27th, 2010 | Susan McKee | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: christmas, Holiday events
Vancouver Christmas Fun for the Whole Family
... in Stanley Park is open November 26 – January 2 from 3 -10 daily (closed Friday Dec. 25) Millions of twinkling lights transform the forest into a christmas fairyland. Ride the little train and visit the Children’s Farmyard. Lots of animated displays and fun for the family with proceeds going to the BC Firefighters Burn Fund. Admission includes a ride on the train and a visit to the farmyard. Adults $8.04; Seniors and Children 2-18 $5.36 plus HST. Tickets or at the Train plaza. (map)
Burnaby...
November 24th, 2010 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: christmas, family fun, winter
Holiday Events in Chicago
... German Christkindlmarket, which was inspired by the Christkindlsmarkt in Nuremberg, Germany. The Christkindlmarket is Chicago’s largest open-air christmas festival and includes European arts and crafts, as well as brats and spiced wine. The Christkindlmarket is open daily through December 24.
Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier (map) – Navy Pier’s winter festival that includes an ice castle, ice skating, and holiday entertainment December 3 – January 2, 2011.
Tip: Last year, the...
November 24th, 2010 | Lisa Davis | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: christmas, Holiday events, Thanksgiving
Holiday Gospel Music in Black Nativity
Put a little soul into your holidays with a performance of Black Nativity, a re-telling of the christmas story through the words of the great American poet, Langston Hughes. Traditional carols are sung gospel style by the entirely black cast, and the stage is turned into a joyous “nondenominational church” that unites artists and audiences of different faiths, ages, backgrounds and beliefs through the heart-stirring power of song, story and dance.
The production begins in the dark, as singers...
November 20th, 2010 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: christmas, holidays, music, theater
Circle Craft Christmas Market for One-of-a-Kind Gifts
If you’re looking for something special for christmas gifts this year, be sure to check out the annual Circle Craft christmas Market at the new Vancouver Convention Centre, from November 17 – 21. This is the 37th year for this event and it has moved from its usual spot in Canada Pace to accommodate their new expansion.
You’ll find everything from original jewelry, glassware, leather work and other home crafted items featuring 275 artisans. There are stages for workshops and demonstration...
November 14th, 2010 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: Arts and Crafts, christmas, event, Shopping
Christmas In The Land Of Chocolate
... If you fall somewhere in the middle - you love the holidays but love to travel too, why not check out Hershey, Pennsylvania for their Hersheypark christmas Candylane (map)?
Opening on November 19, Hersheypark christmas Candylane will feature more than 30 rides, Santa and nine live reindeer, live entertainment, games, shops, and food. Guests can also experience N.O.E.L., a beautiful light show featuring more than 125,000 dancing lights synchronized to christmas favorites.
Warm up in the car with...
October 1st, 2010 | Corinne McDermott | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Attractions, christmas
Seattle Photo Op: Santa 1944
Taking the kids to see Santa is a long standing tradition, although these kids at the 1944 Seattle City Light party look a lot different from the kids in the mall. Still, that jolly old fat guy has a photogenic appeal, attracting kids of all ages. What will people be thinking in 65 years when they look back at our holiday photos of today?
Photo credit: Seattle Municipal Archives @flickr
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December 27th, 2009 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: christmas, Photos
Spas and Hot Springs for a Winter Escape
... car from Sixt.com and head into the countryside to explore these great hot spots:
1- Font Vella Spa and Hotel
This natural hot spring spa offers a christmas package for 130 Euros per person. The price includes 1 night at the spa and a christmas dinner, plus use of all the waterworks areas. The Spa is located in Girona an hour north of Barcelona
Passeig de la Font Vella,57, Girona
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2 – Hotel Perlada Wine Spa
Wine therapy has become increasingly popular in Spain. Here’s your...
December 27th, 2009 | thebarcelonaguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: catalonia, christmas, featuredarticle, holiday wellness, luxury holidas, side trips, spa
Have a Very Merry Seattle Christmas
... to you and your family.
Merry christmas!
Photo credit: TroyMason @flickr
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December 25th, 2009 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: christmas, featuredarticle
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