HubMob Weekly Topic: Christmas Around the world

In my whole life (so far, all 34 years of it), I have spent just one Christmas in another country. That was in the last quarter of 2004. I was one of the lucky ones chosen by my former employer to send to... keep reading →

This week's HubMob is a world tour. Read about Holiday traditions, decorations, celebrations and products from all over the globe, here in our Christmas Around the World HubMob. There were so many parts, we had to add this hub to mix, this is part 2. keep reading →

When decorating a Christmas tree, you'll find that it really becomes a challenge to create a tree that is going to be pleasing to the eye versus a complete eye sore. You want a Christmas tree that will... keep reading →

Already published a hub on this topic,Christmas Celebrations In India

http://hubpages.com/hub/Christmas-Celebrations-In-

Christmas gift idea, At this time of year there is always the quandary, "What are some great gift ideas for all the moms on my Christmas gift list? We bought spa gift baskets and Chapters gift cards last year..." If you are looking for something a little different this year, why not consider including a gift basket of baking and cookies that will save mom some time and help out with her holiday preparations. Great for working moms who don't have time to bake. keep reading →

Being a predominantly Catholic nation, Christmas is our most celebrated holiday. Traditions abound in various parts of our country during this time. This is the time when Filipinos working in various parts of... keep reading →

My wife Christy is the sweetest, most loving person I know. She lives for Christmas every year, and when I say she lives for Christmas, I mean that boxes, and boxes, and boxes of Christmas decorations come... keep reading →

Unique Christmas gifts could fall under the category of something different, funny, odd, unusual and even weird. In other words, Christmas gifts that you have never thought of giving until now.  When I... keep reading →

Pointsettia, the Star that bloomed in Love. keep reading →

This hub is part 3 of the HubMob topic, Christmas Around the World. There is so much wonderful holiday information in these hubs. Find out about Christmas in different cultures, ornaments, spending the holidays alone. Links to part 1 and 2 are here, as well. keep reading →

Having grown up in upstate New York, I have always believed that Christmas and snow go together. Not that Rochester, New York, my hometown, is known for white Christmases. Cold and overcast is common with a... keep reading →

Our Christmas party theme ideas for this year were simple enough. It was a daring choice between the Pirates or the Superheroes! The voting took place and the Pirates won by…by one vote.  Can you... keep reading →

Christmas is close and with it comes many of the misconceptions and heated debates. One of which is almost always whether or not it is the day of Jesus’ birth. Let’s resolve that now. It is not the... keep reading →

Cyber Monday is the Online retail version of Black Friday.  This year Cyber Monday falls on November 30.  Cyber Monday always falls on the Monday following Thanksgiving.  What a great idea,  Christmas... keep reading →

I recently posted my hub about Christmas without Santa here -

http://hubpages.com/hub/A-Christmas-Without-Santa

This was the best Christmas our family has had!

What do Jews do on Christmas? I often get asked this. On December 25, many Jews have their own traditions, including having Chinese food on Christmas. keep reading →

Christmas is the time when we get to eat foods especially made for this season. Whether these are for Christmas parties or for Christmas reunions or for the Noche Buena (celebrated on Christmas Eve), we look... keep reading →

Preparations for a special Christmas day

Before you run out and load up on gourmet chocolates and chocolate gift baskets, consider the alternative. Homemade fudge and Christmas treats let them know that you not only cared enough to give the very... keep reading →

As most of the world realizes by now, America is the land of the consumer.  We even have our own holiday called Black Friday.  It is not necessarily an evil holiday despite its menacing name.  In fact, it... keep reading →

Christmas or Natal in my language is the day when Jesus Christ was born. For me, Christ is not just a Wise-man, a Phrophet, Guru, a Healer, a Good Guy, etc For me, Christ is The Lord God, my private Messiah,... keep reading →

This week's HubMob is a world tour. Read about Holiday traditions, decorations, celebrations and products from all over the globe, here in our Christmas Around the World HubMob. keep reading →

Every year children all over the world to write letters to Santa. Some leave them in their shoes, for Sinter Klaus or Père Noel to find on Christmas Eve, some leave notes pinned to the Christmas stockings that adorn the mantle above the fireplace. Some children write letters to jolly old Saint Nicholas, or address themselves to Santa's Workshop in care of the North Pole. keep reading →

Swarovski, the luxury brand name and the most popular manufacturer of lead crystal ,has a wide range of crystal Christmas ornaments to adorn your Christmas tree! Apart from their usual collection of... keep reading →

An appealing menu for the holidays, particularly for Christmas Eve Christmas Day often include the following Mexican recipes with a little zing... keep reading →

  Having been married for nearly 37 years we have had various Christmas trees over the years.Sometimes the smallest tree can be the most memorable. This was certainly true of our childhood Christmas Tree.... keep reading →

Cracker is a cardboard tube covered in a brightly colored twist of paper, creates a small explosive 'pop' produced by a narrow strip of chemically impregnated paper. Invented by Tom Smith,from London in 1847. Crackers are often pulled before or after Christmas dinner or at parties. keep reading →

Having grown up in New England and experiencing many a white Christmas, it was hard for me to really enjoy Christmas in Florida.  Christmas is synonymous with snow, cold weather, sipping hot chocolate by the... keep reading →

Christmas gift baskets, Last year we took part in a truly different kind of Christmas carol service. After a delightful evening listening to a program of sacred Christmas music, we were invited to enjoy their Christmas Cookie Walk. Long tables were set up, groaning under the weight of an amazing variety of Christmas cookies, squares, pastries and dainties. We were invited to choose a cookie tin and fill it from the delectable choices before us... keep reading →

So many times we have our traditions especially around the holidays and we never think of why do them.  Christmas is coming soon and we begin to unpack our traditional decorations.  They are memorable. ... keep reading →

Christmas tree is an icon of celebration. Christmas decorations are never complete without a well ornamented Christmas tree. The kids and grownups are all fascinated by Christmas trees. Almost everyone will... keep reading →

Here are some tidbits for choosing great holiday gifts that will help to make shopping a little easier. I believe it would be hard to find anyone who could truly say that they’ve never received a bad gift... keep reading →

We all have some favourite films that we associate with Christmas. I guess this is a sign of the times. TV and Films have become such a big part of Christmas celebrations, well at least since the fifties.... keep reading →

December 13th is the “name day” of St Lucia, a young girl who was martyred for her Christian beliefs in the 4th century in Sicily at the time of Emperor Diocletian. However, it is in Sweden that she... keep reading →

The wreath is pretty much a traditional Christmas decoration that is popular to hang up on the door. The tradition of hanging a wreath for the holidays has been traced back to the Roman times, when the Romans... keep reading →

The best Christmas Gift anyone can give this and every Christmas is to donate a toy to a needy cause. We are all so busy planning our Christmas that we tend to forget about those less fortunate than we are. ... keep reading →

Is it possible for Americans to actually celebrate Christmas anymore? There seem to be so many people around who complain about any public display of religion, and our schools, neighborhoods and communities... keep reading →

One of the things I enjoy the most about Christmas is the holiday decorations. Although I enjoy making swags, I must admit that hand-crafting a personalized Christmas wreath for someone special is the absolute tops. I enjoy selecting the perfect ornaments to suit their personality with ribbons in just the right color combinations to suit their decor. keep reading →

Indian Christian households begin their festivities a month before Christmas. Houses are painted anew, interiors get a facelift,new clothes are bought for every member of the family and servants. Tailors are... keep reading →

Christmas Gifts in a Jar are fun, unique and an economical gift to give. Gifts in a jar are great gifts for anyone in your family, your friends, teachers, Sunday school teachers and those hard to buy for... keep reading →

We always swear next year we will get our shopping done earlier. Before the prices go up, before the crowds get bad, before we are stressed about what to get, by the time, it's too late. After Halloween... keep reading →

Organizing a company Christmas party can be daunting esp. for a big group with diverse tastes and preferences.  But then that is the beauty of the challenge of coming up with these company Christmas party... keep reading →

another one I thought I would include, thanks!

http://hubpages.com/hub/A-Short-Christmas-Story-Ma

Three family fruitcake recipes and "fruitcake cookies". Bonus- the best commercial fruitcake I’ve found. keep reading →

Christmas, the most popular festival of the Christians, is celebrated to mark the birth date of Jesus . Besides, the celebration of the birth of Jesus, Christmas also combines various secular traditions... keep reading →

There is something so sweet about Christmas pageants. I adore watching little children tell the age-old Christmas story of the birth of Baby Jesus. The scent of the Christmas candles, the earnest young shepherds "tending their sheep", the herald angel lisping out her message of glad tidings at every school Christmas play, and every church Christmas pageant... keep reading →

“No Christmas this year,” may be on the lips of many more families than usual this year. As the holiday seasons began many are still unemployed and unsure of how soon jobs will reappear and life will... keep reading →

Classic Christmas Movies reviewed in this hub: White Christmas, It’s a Wonderful Life, The Gathering, The Homecoming- A Christmas Story, A Christmas Story, A Child’s Christmas in Wales, Miracle on 34th Street. keep reading →

1Borneo Shopping Mall Christmas Decorations Christianity came to Borneo as early as the 1600's when the Jesuits and Dominicans were already quite established in the Philippines, a former Spanish Colony.... keep reading →

Give our planet a gift this Christmas by purchasing eco-friendly Christmas gifts and save money at the same time, all while still having a truly special Christmas season. keep reading →

While a great number of fascinating Hubs have been written about this week's HubMob topic of Christmas, the three about Christmas in the Philippines - Merry Christmas from the Philippines by maudine_05 How... keep reading →

Christmas animated classics reviewed: Rudolph the Red Nosed Raindeer, Santa Claus is Coming to Town, Frosty the Snowman, The Little Drummer Boy, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, A Charlie Brown Christmas and Mr. Magoo Christmas Carol. keep reading →

Christmas around the world is such an exciting theme as there are so many different countries on our wonderful planet and it's fun to learn how other countries celebrate this special time of year. While no... keep reading →

A Christmas tree topper is pretty simple; it's a Christmas decoration that goes on top of the tree. There are many different options that you can choose from ranging from the traditional angel or star to Star... keep reading →

Christmas is a time for rejoicing. A time for family celebrations and a time for giving. All over the world the different nations, religions and even families have their own unique tradition that they... keep reading →

On this economic downturn to have a yard full of gorgeous Christmas decorations seem pretty hard. It's hard maybe, but it is not impossible. The Christmas yard decoration is one of special thing you could do... keep reading →

Are you like me? Getting on in years I may be, but I still love PANTOMIME. From those amateurish Pantos of my childhood, that were held each year in my local Church-hall to the more flamboyant and... keep reading →

Great gift ideas for college students are easy to come by.  Purchasing their gifts online is easy, fast and works great, especially if you need to ship it directly to their dorm or their housing on or... keep reading →

Santa clause is always associated to fun, fantasy and excitement. I still remember how excited we as kids were about Santa. The gifts he used to bring us on Christmas; and the disappointment and surprise when... keep reading →

Sighisoara, Transylvania at Christmas. Romania in southeastern Europe is named for its 1st-century conqueror, Rome. Transylvania is the entire northwest region of this nation, joining Walachia to the south... keep reading →

  Christmas has always been a special holiday for me. Even as a nurse, aware that every year there will likely be an early rising to watch the kids get stockings then off to work for me. Once at work, it... keep reading →

Christmas has always been well celebrated and much -awaited in my native country- the Philippines.Decorations usually starts as soon as the "ber" months;it could be as early as September or October. You can... keep reading →

Christmas means lights, food, friends, music and movies and so much more. The food does not really matter, it is the convivial atmosphere within which the meal is served that matters. The lights, candles do a... keep reading →

Christmas is a time of gathering for friends and family. Unless we plan out what we can do over the Christmas holiday, it is going to be a long boring time with little or no meaningful interactions.... keep reading →

All alone on Christmas? Everybody has someone to celebrate Christmas with except for you right? OK, no one is saying that being alone on Christmas is easy, but with a few simple tips you can a wonderful Christmas alone. keep reading →

 A cookie exchange can be a great reason to get a group of people together or an activity for a group that already meets together on a regular basis. If you want to host a cookie exchange this holiday... keep reading →

nascar, collectibles, memorabilia, nascar merchandise, My friend's fella is a Nascar aficionado - drawn to Nascar racing collectibles like the proverbial moth to the flame. Their walls are adorned with Nascar posters and framed photos of his favorite drivers. He built a special cupboard, complete with a mannequin, to properly display his full set of Dale Earnhardt Jr. racing gear. The display case she is giving him for Christmas to house his collection of Nascar diecast cars will fit perfectly.. keep reading →

Santa Claus Fact or Fable? It depends on who or whom one would ask or if a person truly knows how the common name Santa Claus came into existence. In 280 A.D. ST. Nicholas was born he became the giver of... keep reading →

I love the Christmas season!  It’s the perfect opportunity to spread some Christmas cheer and show some Christmas spirit. Spread some Christmas cheer with a good deed for each day in December which will help make the world a better place, the epitome of the Christmas spirit. keep reading →

As an Indian myself, Christmas season let alone Christmas brings a feeling of happiness & excitement in me. Even though India is a Hindu majority country, all Indians irrespective of caste or creed celebrate... keep reading →

My favorite food, movies, plays, concerts and festivals of Christmas and the Holidays. keep reading →

Christmas is just around the corner.  Are you ready to decorate your house or office?  Here are seven easy and budget friendly Christmas decorating tips that you can use.  Recycle.  Be innovative.  You... keep reading →

Christmas is supposed to be a time of festivities. Christmas Carols usually have a happy tune; with all the jingle bells and rapapampam in the airwaves during holidays; the sentimental Christmas songs are... keep reading →

After being a Secret Santa, Secret Sister, Secret Buddy, and a Secret Friend at work, at church, and in various groups of which I have been a part over the years, I can attest to the difficulty of finding a unique gift to suit the person whose name you have drawn. If you don't know that person at all well, it can be downright frustrating to find the perfect personalized Secret Santa gift for the man or woman on your Christmas gift list. keep reading →

Christmas comes on the 25th of December. This is the day when Jesus Christ is believed to be born. What year was Jesus born? This is really simple; just count back the calendar year that you are in. It is... keep reading →

Christmas is the best time to choose the green market place to do our Christmas shopping. I can't think of anything more meaningful than giving ecco friendly and socially conscious gifts to our friends and loved ones.In so doing we heal ourselves as we help the planet recover a little.For, what is good for the planet is good for us and what is good for us is good for the planet keep reading →

Decorating your home at Christmas is one of life's great pleasures. But when you bring in the holly and ivy do you think of the traditions and legends surrounding these two evergreen plants? Travel back into our past to see why holly and ivy are so popular at Christmas keep reading →

These are the treats my family would have after Christmas Candlelight service: Martha Washington Candy, sausage and cheese balls, fudge and more. keep reading →

A New York Christmas is uniquely special with beautiful Christmas trees, Christmas window displays, and Christmas shows. keep reading →

The parents were tossing and turning around in their beds, while memories of bad gifts swam through their heads... What was the worst gift you ever got? In doing research for this article, I found some... keep reading →

Christmas Depression Many of our stories are written for the sake of making money online or hoping we might get discovered as a writer. This story isn’t written for either purpose. Sometimes... keep reading →

Gingerbread cookies were never my favorite cookie until my oldest daughter made this recipe. She had been wanting to make some original gingerbread men cookies, so she searched till she found the recipe. I... keep reading →

But the Christmas Spirit is what it's all about! A great Christmas Tradition is giving during the holidays. Charitable giving is a wonderful way to feel the Spirit of Christmas and give a little joy - ... keep reading →

Holiday Fun Stuff Christmas trees come to mind at the  mention of Christmas. The Christmas tree is one of the most recognized symbol of Christmas. They can be found most anywhere from office cubicles to town... keep reading →

Christmas Cribs and Crib Figurines Christmas Crib Figurines and Pasturi are fun to make. I have made one set so far of small stand alone statues or figurines measuring roughly 5 inches in height, sometimes a... keep reading →

Benefits of artificial christmas trees and real christmas trees. It is easy to find American made artificial trees. Storage and maintenance of christmas trees. keep reading →

I could have named this hub “I’m Dreaming of a Black and White Christmas” but despite being terribly clever, I doubt whether it would have gotten the message across. I also realize that there are scores of classic Christmas movies out there, including timeless old black and white favorites such as “It’s A Wonderful Life” starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed, “Miracle on 34th Street” starring Maureen O’Hara and a very young Natalie Wood”, and “A Christmas Carol” starring Alastair Sim, but most o keep reading →

Well I am an army brat and we have had Christmas all over the East coast.  I do not enjoy this one bit though.  We’ve been some really cool places, my aunt used to be EXTREAMLY high up in HUD so we... keep reading →

One of the things I love about rural France is its Christmas spirit.  Here Christmas takes the slow road and the shops start to decorate for the Christmas season at the start of December.  Nothing seems... keep reading →

Christmas is certainly the time for giving. Gifts abound during this time. Everybody, and I mean everybody, is happy to receive some things from their friends, families, neighbors, officemates and their loved... keep reading →

When choosing a live Christmas tree, you want to make sure that you have all of your measurements just right. You want to make sure that before you leave the house you know exactly where you're going to... keep reading →

I was brought up into a 'Religious home'. My brother and I were taught that nobody knew when Jesus was born so we don't celebrate Christmas (I always thought that was just a cop out, because they just... keep reading →