Holidays Around the World
In this country, children celebrate Saint Nicholas Day on December 6th by leaving out shoes for gifts.
Germany
“Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings.”
It’s a Wonderful Life?
The thing most likely to get stuck in your vacuum after taking down decorations.
tinsel
In 4th-century Myra, this real-life bishop became the original model for Santa Claus, but he never wore red pajamas.
Saint Nicholas
In 1983, this plush doll with a unique adoption certificate caused parents to wrestle in toy aisles—no vegetables required.
Cabbage Patch Kid
This teammate is dreaming of a Kia Carnival minivan—room for the whole crew, plus all the holiday leftovers.
Kristy
This Hindu festival of lights is celebrated in autumn and is known for fireworks and sweets.
Diwali
“You’ll shoot your eye out!”
A Christmas Story
The most popular last-minute gift, guaranteed to fit anyone.
socks
In 1823, this famous poem introduced Santa’s flying sleigh, but didn’t mention his fear of turbulence.
"A Visit from St. Nicholas" (or "The Night Before Christmas")?
This 1996 fuzzy creature giggled when you tickled it, and led to stampedes at toy stores.
Tickle Me Elmo
If Santa could squeeze a mini Highland cow named Fern down the chimney, this animal lover would be over the moon.
Britteny
In Japan, this fast food chain sees a huge increase in sales on Christmas Eve, as it’s a tradition to eat their fried chicken.
KFC
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.”
Elf
The kitchen gadget most likely to break right after you start making mashed potatoes for 15 people.
hand mixer
Thanks to this soda company’s ads in the 1930s, Santa became forever linked with a big belly and a jolly smile, not a six-pack.
Coca-Cola
In 2016, kids begged for these mysterious eggs that sometimes didn’t hatch, causing parents to question their life choices.
Hatchimals
Birdwatching just got high-tech! This person hopes to catch all the backyard action with a solar camera bird feeder.
Reina
The Jewish holiday Hanukkah is celebrated with the lighting of this nine-branched candelabrum.
Menorah
“I made my family disappear.”
Home Alone
The thing everyone avoids talking about at the dinner table, no matter what.
politics
In medieval times, Santa was known for dropping coins down chimneys; today, he just hopes nobody’s lit a fire.
gift-giving
In 1985, these transforming robots were all the rage, teaching kids that “more than meets the eye” also means lots of tiny parts to lose.
Transformers
Always cold hands, always warm heart—this teammate just wants the coziest mittens to survive winter in style.
Erik
In Sweden, children dress in white and wear candle crowns to celebrate this December holiday.
St. Lucia’s Day
“Nobody’s walking out on this fun, old-fashioned family Christmas.”
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
The item that never survives the first week of January, no matter how careful you are.
New Year’s resolution
In 1659, this American city fined people for celebrating Christmas, making it the least jolly place.
Boston
In 1998, this digital pet beeped until you fed it, cleaned up after it, and realized you missed the low-maintenance pet rock.
Tamagotchi
This culinary superstar is wishing for an AGA Elise Induction Range—because holiday cookies taste better when baked on luxury appliances.
Melanie