If trading snowflakes for sunshine and mittens for swimsuits sounds like your kind of celebration, a tropical New Year’s getaway might be just what you need. Imagine ringing in the new year with warm sand...

Christmas trees never fail when it comes to bring festive cheer to communities worldwide...but not all of them follow the traditional formula! Some of them truly stand out for their inventive twists, whether...

Have you ever wondered why eggnog and peppermint bark seem to pop up everywhere during the holidays? Or why groups of people gather to sing Christmas carols, even in freezing weather? Many holiday traditions...

One of the best parts of the holiday season is the holiday movies! There's nothing quite like curling up on the couch with your loved ones -- and a giant bowl of popcorn -- and relaxing to a classic seasonal...

Each December, Jews around the world celebrate Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights. For eight days, they light candles, savor traditional foods, and spend time with their families. These celebrations honor the...

Ah, Christmas in the U.K.! The crackers! The pantos! The puddings! In reality, though, Christmas in England and the rest of the U.K. isn't all that different from what Americans are probably accustomed to....

When it comes to celebrating the holidays, Italians bring a sense of passion that’s hard to match. The Italian Christmas season is more than just December 25th — it’s a weeks-long celebration filled with...

Winter usually means the advent (get it?) of so many Christmas-related traditions: decorated trees, jolly carolers, wreaths of holly, and more. Of course, those all bring us comfort and joy (get it?), and, as...

Holiday travel can often feel like navigating a maze of obstacles, where each turn presents a new challenge to overcome. The bustle of this festive season sees airports swelling with passengers, roadways...

No matter how you choose to spell it -- Chanukah, Hanukkah, or חֲנוּכָּה in Hebrew --  this beloved holiday is celebrated by Jewish families around the world. It takes place during the Hebrew month...

Forget about battling the Black Friday crowds -- Cyber Monday is where it’s at, especially for travel lovers. Think of it as the Super Bowl of flight deals. The Monday after Thanksgiving has become the...

The holiday season is a time for joy and celebration. Unfortunately it's also a time to put a significant dent in your wallet. Travel arrangements are a necessity for visiting loved ones or exploring festive...

Did you know that there's a Turkey, Texas? And a Cranberry, Pennsylvania? What about Pie, West Virginia? If you live in the U.S., we're sure that you've already guessed the common denominator that links all...

As the holiday season approaches, the magical charm of glass Christmas ornaments beckons travelers to discover the artistry behind these beloved decorations. Taking a little journey through Europe reveals...