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25th September 2009
Can you remember your youth? During those times, nothing ever seemed difficult all we had to think about were crayons, cookies, or Father Christmas. We didn't care about the things we failed to know as we were just too blind to the things that might tro... Read >
Author: Louis Simons22nd September 2009
‘In Search of Father Christmas’
Whether it’s the anticipation of snow, decorating the tree, opening an advent calendar or buying presents for loved ones, there are few times of the year as exciting as Christmas. For youngsters, however, it’s ... Read >
Author: Joanne17th September 2009
Just about everyone in the world knows that jolly toy-bearing Christmas figure from the North Pole, but how much do we really know about him?
Here are a few quick trivia questions about our beloved Santa brought to you by www.247trivia.com.
Q: Where ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle07th September 2009
Born in Kitchener, Ontario on April 24, 1943, David Morrell knew he wanted to become an author as early as sixteen years old. “Route 66” was the television program that inspired him to enter the field of writing. In 1966, David Morrell relocated from ... Read >
Author: Kenny Leones31st August 2009
What is the meaning of gift giving? In actuality, gift giving means many things. In layman's term, gift giving is a way to make someone happy or as a way to show respect. In a more dignified term, gift or present is the transfer of something, without the ... Read >
Author: Samantha 21st August 2009
So The worst Recession in living memory is with us - So What! The truth is it is not the worst one in living memory, I remember The Big Slump of the 1930s when most of the working classes were not working even though we had everything to create work. I wa... Read >
Author: Brian Howard13th May 2009
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When spending Christmas in Rome you will want to plan your city break from 25th of December to the 6th of January. During this period there are Christmas Trees and shops with lights and festive decorations.... Read >
Author: directline-holidays.co.uk15th December 2008
Spending a day full of adventures in Spain’s largest amusement park Port Aventura is enjoyable during the whole year. Next to all the different attractions, like roller coasters with eight loops, the free fall tower, carrousels and roller coasters for c... Read >
Author: BarcelonaPoint15th December 2008
Spending a day full of adventures in Spain’s largest amusement park Port Aventura is enjoyable during the whole year. Next to all the different attractions, like roller coasters with eight loops, the free fall tower, carrousels and roller coasters for c... Read >
Author: BarcelonaPoint12th December 2008
Christmas is one of the busiest times of year in London, as there is so much for tourists to see and do. Westminster’s 3 star Elysee Hotel take a look at some of the best attractions to see and do over the festive season.
West End Christmas Lights
... Read >
Author: phil young06th December 2008
It's getting close to that time of year again!
You know what I mean - Christmas, and all its associated headaches. What present
should I buy for Aunt Marie, or will my Dad like his jumper. Or even will the
Turkey defrost in time.
No, I am talking... Read >
Author: chilt6902nd December 2008
There are lots of things that colour our festive season, from the glittery baubles on the tree to the mistletoe above the doorway, but there's nothing more iconic than a cosy woolen stocking hanging by the chimney packed with stocking fillers to unwrap on... Read >
Author: Johnasmith01st December 2008
Christmas is the festival of Jesus Christ, Marium mother, Joseph, Santa Claus and for many more people. Streets, churches, houses, shops, shopping malls and over all whole country is decorated with colorful light, lamps, with candles with many more things... Read >
Author: bhumijoshi01st December 2008
When November month begins, the preparation for Christmas festival is started though Christmas festival comes on 25th December each year. Colored lights, lamps, candles, Christmas tree, stars, colorful ribbons are decorated in every shop, in every church,... Read >
Author: bhumijoshi28th November 2008
Christmas in Cheshire and in particular the city of Chester will attempt to ignore the doom and gloom that has been hanging over the country's heads for the past few months.
The county is planning numerous festive events during this year's Christmas pe... Read >
Author: darrell.j.freeman@gmail.com27th November 2008
For children, the appeal of Christmas does not lay in the prospect of receiving whichever hot toy corporate America levitates to the tallest pedestal, but rather the magic inherent in the holiday itself. Santa Claus plays a large role in maintaining that... Read >
Author: Aaron Hu26th November 2008
It was the night before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring…or so you thought. But right there, standing in the doorway as you innocently nibbled your yearly Sugar cookie, was little Susie watching while you swigged back the... Read >
Author: Aaron Hu21st November 2008
Christmas Time in Barcelona
As you might expect Christmas in Barcelona is a magical time of year. Visitors are always amazed by the unique Christmas traditions of the Catalan region. One of the more bizarre traditions is the inclusion of a “Caganer... Read >
Author: Bcn Loft20th November 2008
Christmas Information :
Christmas also referred to as Christmas Day or Christmastide, is an annual holiday celebrated on December 25 that marks and honors the birth of Jesus of Nazareth.
His birth, which is the basis for the Anno Domini system of da... Read >
Author: Jaipur Travel Guide20th November 2008
Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? Well, if you get your skates on it’s not too late to book a Christmas holiday in a country where snow’s guaranteed.
Addicted to travel offer a number of Christmas holidays for families or for couples holidayi... Read >
Author: lexisclick11th November 2008
Christmas in the land of the holy Xavier has the traditional Christmas festival in Goa more important cultural highlights such as Bombay and Cochin as well as an adventure off the beaten track Lakshadweep Island, where one can enjoy the amazing spectacle ... Read >
Author: Archna Gupta04th November 2008
Christmas in the land of the holy Xavier has the traditional Christmas festival in Goa more important cultural highlights such as Bombay and Cochin as well as an adventure off the beaten track Lakshadweep Island, where one can enjoy the amazing spectacle ... Read >
Author: Archna Gupta23rd October 2008
Keeping up its commitment to building holiday opportunities, without the hassle of long car journeys to international "hub" airports in the south or northwest of England, the UK's East Midlands Airport continues to offer plenty of choice for the holidayma... Read >
Author: Jimi St.Pierre21st October 2008
Christmas brings immense bliss to me every year, and the best part of the Christmas period is most definitely the atmosphere. With everyone getting into that jovial mood, the cold evenings and burning log fires, families spending time together it’s a ha... Read >
Author: chloeramsbottom21st October 2008
Most people think of Halloween as a time in which you dress up and pretend to be something you are not. What people fail to realize, is that there is one more time of the year in which you are bound to see people dressed up all over the place, Christmas!... Read >
Author: Asha Abraham21st October 2008
What do we envisage when we think of Christmas?
It is of course first and foremost a religious Christian celebration, marking the birth of Jesus Christ. For others without the religious penchant, Christmas brings a special time of sharing with family ... Read >
Author: Colin Holmes10th September 2008
When it comes to the biggest characters of the Christmas season, you might initially think of all of your television favourites. After all, what Christmas would be complete without at least the possibility of sitting down in front of the TV - post-lunch... Read >
Author: Johnasmith09th September 2008
When it comes to the biggest characters of the Christmas season, you might initially think of all of your television favourites. After all, what Christmas would be complete without at least the possibility of sitting down in front of the TV - post-lunch... Read >
Author: Johnasmith18th August 2008
When celebrating Christmas in Paris you may realise that many new traditions sit closely with older ones. Christmas in Paris is still very much a religious event complete with Nativity Scenes, Midnight Masses and gatherings between family and friends. You... Read >
Author: directline-holidays.co.uk12th August 2008
It can be hard choosing Birthday gifts, even when you have plentiful options. So how do you go about choosing the perfect gift? Are you buying for friends or family? What are their interests? One Birthday gift idea would be to get a novelty gift and a... Read >
Author: sarah hague26th June 2008
Spend Christmas in Lapland!
Visit Lapland for a festive break with a difference and discover a true winter wonderland! Lapland, the home of Father Christmas is the perfect winter holiday destination. Try your hand at husky sledging - cruise past snow-c... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer26th March 2008
As we rush about frantically preparing for the holiday season we all have a sense of anticipation. Love Christmas or loathe it those of us who live in the Western world are affected by it.
Anticipation has many guises. For little children there is ... Read >
Author: Gina Gardiner10th November 2007
Christmas Day is a very important and traditional festival in western countries. It comes on 25th , December People can get several days off from their works. They look forward to go back home to stay with their family members. There is a big dinner for e... Read >
Author: realstorm17th November 2006
Christmas is one event in the calendar which is celebrated around the world in the most varied of ways, with customs and traditions differing from one region to another and celebrations spanning a wide range from deeply religious to festively secular. Mot... Read >
Author: Sean Carter15th November 2006
We all know Santa's story by now. He was originally a bishop back in the day, and after he died he became known as Saint Nicholas, or Saint Nick for short. And even way back then, before Christmas became a major holiday, the anniversary of his death was a... Read >
Author: Angie Stocklin20th October 2006
We all love Christmas symbols used as decorations however most people have no idea where they originally came from. It certainly adds to a deeper enjoyment of Christmas when meaning is added. Imagine the delightful Christmas conversations sharing your n... Read >
Author: Bernadette Dimitrov04th October 2006
Many people from around the world dress in Santa suits each year but fewer people know how the tradition started. St. Nicolas was a Catholic Bishop around 300 AD who spent a large sum of his money and time giving gifts to children. Dressed in his red robe... Read >
Author: Victoria McCraw26th September 2006
Harrods has a reputation for excellence with stores that are more than shopping destinations, more than just splendid buildings. Harrods has remained London's premier retail outlet for over 155 years, yet the fundamental ethic of selling quality merchandi... Read >
Author: Alison White08th June 2006
1. A renowned poet and novelist as well as chair of poetry at the University of Cambridge, this academy award-winning actor's father wrote mysteries under the pseudonym Nicholas Blake.
A. Jack Nicholson
B. Charlie Sheen
C. Daniel Day Lewis
D. Rob Schn... Read >
Author: Deanna Mascle30th November 2005
Once again it is the time of year where it is impossible to forget that Christmas is just around the corner, we see advertising on our TV's, in the shops, on the radio and we read about it in magazines and newspapers, but what is Christmas all about? How ... Read >
Author: Nicola Bullimore29th November 2005
He is a figure known the world over, an endorsement for gift giving, the winter holiday season and cookie eating. At times he is called Saint Nicholas, Father Christmas or Kris Kringle and is arguably the most famous heavyset celebrity - well at least to ... Read >
Author: Jessica Cander13th September 2005
Countries all across the world celebrate the winter solstice holiday season in their own unique ways. Some such as Christmas and Hanukah are religious celebrations, while others are non-religious celebrations of nature, people and the coming spring solst... Read >
Author: Jared Winston
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