Holiday Traditions Around the World
In Japan, this fast-food chain is a popular choice for Christmas dinner.
KFC
This 1990 film features Kevin McCallister defending his home from burglars.
Home Alone.
This traditional Mexican drink made with chocolate and spices is popular during Las Posadas.
This song talks about a donkey.
Mi Burrito Savanero.
This red-nosed reindeer guides Santa’s sleigh.
Rudolph.
In this country, children celebrate “Las Posadas” from December 16 to 24.
In Elf, Buddy travels to this U.S. city to find his father.
Panettone, a sweet bread loaf, originates from this country.
Italy.
The iconic Christmas song performed by The Plastics in the original 2004 Mean Girls movie.
Jingle Bell Rock.
Santa is said to live at this icy location.
North Pole.
This European country hides a pickle ornament in the Christmas tree for good luck.
This animated movie features a magical train ride to the North Pole.
The Polar Express.
This spicy cookie is often shaped like a little person.
Gingerbread Man.
This song mentions a “partridge in a pear tree.”
The Twelve Days of Christmas.
These magical helpers make toys for Santa.
Elves.
In Iceland, children receive gifts from 13 different holiday figures known as these.
Yule Lads.
In The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, the Grinch lives on this mountain.
Mount Crumpit.
This warm drink made of milk, sugar, and eggs is a holiday favorite.
Eggnog.
This upbeat tune tells you to “rock” around something.
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.
Santa checks this list twice to see who’s naughty or nice.
In this country, people celebrate Christmas by surfing at the beach instead of snow activities.
Australia.
This 1946 classic film features George Bailey and an angel named Clarence.
It’s a Wonderful Life.
This traditional British dessert is made with dried fruits and often set on fire before serving.
Christmas Pudding.
This song begins with “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire.”
The Christmas Song.
This sleigh-pulling reindeer shares its name with a famous Valentine’s Day symbol.
Cupid.