The Grand Tour
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Seasonal Lore & Festivities
Holiday Decor
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The title of this 1969 comedy about a group of Americans traveling to Europe claims that if it’s Tuesday, the characters must be in this country.
What is Belgium? If It’s Tuesday, This Must Be Belgium stars Suzanne Pleshette and Ian McShane. Brussels is the capital city of Belgium, the seat of the European Union, and the comic book capital of the world.
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A typical Chinese restaurant dinner in the Western world ends with this cookie.
What is a fortune cookie? These cookies were invented in the United States during the 20th century and are not part of a typical Chinese dinner.
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This document is required for international travel.
What is a passport? In addition, many countries also require a visa for entry. U.S. citizens must hold an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) instead of a visa to enter European countries in the Schengen zone.
100
In Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, the three ghosts of Christmas reveal themselves to this person. .
Who is (Ebenezer) Scrooge? The three ghosts are the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. The visit from the Ghost of Christmas Future is a turning point in the story for Scrooge. There is also a fourth ghost: Jacob Marley, wrapped in chains.
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The bright red berries associated with the holidays come from this bush.
What is holly? It is thought to bring males good luck and protection.
200
When visiting the home of BMW and Bayer, you are in this country.
What is Germany? It’s also home to Neuschwanstein Castle, the castle that inspired Walt Disney’s castle.
200
This is the top-selling Girl Scout cookie.
What are Thin Mints? Frozen Thin Mints are a refreshing summer treat if you can discipline yourself to hide some away in the depths of your freezer.
200
This occasion corresponds with the year’s shortest day.
What is the winter solstice? This year, it falls on December 21. The exact moment of the solstice is when the North Pole is farthest from the sun.
200
On New Year’s Eve, we sing this song.
What is “Auld Lang Syne”? The words to this ancient song were written down by poet Robert Burns to preserve them
200
These colors are most often associated with Hannukah.
What are blue and white? These colors have long held importance in Judaism and became popular colors for Hanukkah celebrations in the United States post-World War II.
300
To visit Vatican City, you enter through this country.
What is Italy? Vatican City is an independent state that is an enclave within the country of Italy.
300
During the holidays, you are bound to see cookies made with a thumbprint and filled with this.
What is jelly or jam? The cookies are cooked with jelly or jam, not topped after baking.
300
Edinburgh is the capital of this country.
What is Scotland? The unicorn is Scotland’s national animal
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The candle that is always elevated and usually in this position on the menorah is used to light the other eight candles during Hanukkah.
What is the middle? The middle candle is called the shamash, which means “attendant” or “helper candle.” The shamash can be another candle as long as it’s elevated.
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This fabric design of crisscrossed colors and squares adorns everything from tablecloths to shirts and skirts during the holiday season.
What is plaid? Holiday plaid is usually a combination of red with green and/or black. It is based on the Scottish tartan, in which specific colors represent specific Scottish clans.
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Visit this island country by flying into its capital city, Kingston.
What is Jamaica? While visiting, you can sample jerk dishes and listen to reggae music.
400
These are the world’s best-selling cookies.
What are Oreos? They were introduced in 1912, and they’ve maintained their popularity for more than a century.
400
This is the world’s largest country by area.
What is Russia? Canada is the second-largest in landmass, followed by China. The United States is in fourth place.
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These are the most popular two health-related New Year resolutions in the United States.
What are losing weight and exercising? Other top resolutions include getting organized, quitting smoking, and living life to the fullest.
400
Don’t stand under this unless you want to get kissed.
What is mistletoe? This treasured holiday tradition dates back to AD 1 and was started by the Celtic Druids.
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You would travel to this country to visit the Hagia Sophia.
What is Turkey? Originally built as a church, the Byzantine monument and UNESCO World Heritage site has also served as a mosque and a museum. It was once again converted to a mosque in 2020.
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This is the other dry ingredient in Mexican wedding cookies, along with sugar and flour.
What are nuts? You can use almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, or pistachios.
500
The Iditarod is held in this U.S. state.
What is Alaska? The annual dog sled race is held in March and includes contestants from around the world. It starts in Anchorage and ends in Nome. The last to cross the finish line receives the Red Lantern Award.
500
Hanukkah begins four days before this phase of the moon.
What is new? In 2024, it starts at sundown on December 25 and ends January 2 at sundown.
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Typically found in gardens, you might also place a grouping of these “little people” indoors as holiday decor.
What are gnomes? They add a little whimsy to your surroundings
