Holidays Articles

Family » Holidays | By Ki Gray @ Saturday, 7th June 2008 @ 2:52 PM

Independence Day is quickly approaching, and there are many ways to celebrate the birth of our country in Austin and the surrounding area. There are numerous fireworks displays as well as performances by the Austin Symphony Orchestra, and other musical events in different locales in the county area. Until a few years ago, the huge, city-sponsored pyrotechnics display was held downtown over Lady Bird Lake, which was called Town Lake then, but the yearly celebration moved to Zilker Park a few yea... more...

Family » Holidays | By Chris Yates @ Monday, 2nd June 2008 @ 11:24 AM

If you've got younger children, there's little doubt that you're looking for some quick and easy Father's Day crafts to do with your kids. Children absolutely love to give Dad something that they made themselves for Father's Day... so here's a really simple gift for Dad's Day... a pencil holder. Okay, I know that pencil holders aren't really new, but Dad can always use one, they are really unique, and they can take on any type of personality or the... more...

Family » Holidays | By Alan Richardson @ Monday, 2nd June 2008 @ 2:02 AM

Are you interested in going camping? If you are like many other campers, you may be looking to go camping for a more than a day. If you are interested in doing so, you are doing more than just going camping; you are actually taking a camping trip. Unfortunately, extended camping trips give many opportunities for boredom, but there are many steps that you can take to make the most out of your camping trip. When it comes to making the most out of your next camping trip, you are advised t... more...

Family » Holidays | By Christine OKelly @ Sunday, 1st June 2008 @ 7:11 PM

A fun, family friendly activity for a Sunshine State vacation is fishing. Whether you're an experienced angler, just beginning, or have never considered it before, Florida fishing offers something everyone will enjoy. Central Florida alone has over 550 picturesque lakes that are ideal for the thrilling sport of fishing. Florida Fishing Tour Packages One of the best ways to learn about the prime fishing holes in Florida is by signing up for a Florida fishing tour package. The ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Saturday, 24th May 2008 @ 11:01 PM

Very often a great deal of thought and planning goes into selecting which type of cabin to book when people select their choices for a cruise. Certainly selecting your cabin is one of the exciting parts of the planning process, and it is important to think carefully about your choices. However, in reality people very rarely spend very much time in their cabin, and more often than not it is simply the place where people go to get changed into their outfits, and sleep. Other than that, mos... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Saturday, 24th May 2008 @ 10:55 PM

When you are on a cruise you are usually very safe. Most areas of the ship are well populated with people milling about, so there are rarely instances when you might find yourself on your own. Similarly, because there is a very close community of people, all of whom have paid a fair price to be there, you can be usually assured that you are in good company. However, there are a few points worth mentioning to help ensure that you are safe, and not an unfortunate victim of either a petty c... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Saturday, 24th May 2008 @ 10:49 PM

There are a number of naval terms used when on a cruise, that can sometimes be a little confusing. Although this list is in no way complete, here are a few terms, and what they mean in plain language! Aft: This is the back of the boat, or at least towards the rear end, where the propellers will be. If you are to meet someone or see something towards the aft of the ship, head to the back. Berth: These are the beds which are built in to the cabins you sleep in. A cabin is usually des... more...

Family » Holidays | By Rosemary Lichtman @ Monday, 19th May 2008 @ 2:47 AM

Sending flowers, candy and greeting cards are de rigueur for mom on Mother's Day but, as members of the Sandwich Generation, you recognize that what your aging mother really wants on her special day is to feel nurtured. Ellie's mother, who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, no longer recognized her. Ellie felt very sad but resigned. "Mom is so sweet, even if she doesn't know who I am most of the time. It's now like I'm her mom and I feel good ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 13th May 2008 @ 3:26 PM

One of the confusing factors about alcohol and cruise holidays is that the ship will be moving from one country to another, and often the laws in each country will vary as far as age limits are concerned. Yet at sea, the ship's own rules apply. This can mean that during the course of your cruise, if you are lucky enough to be 21 years old or younger, you may find that on some days you are able to buy and drink alcohol, whilst on other days you are not. This can all be very confusing, and it... more...

Family » Holidays | By Andrew Gibson @ Wednesday, 7th May 2008 @ 7:57 AM

Major holidays in America, boy, there are so many. Well, just thinking about it makes me smile. Christmas, probably the best holiday of the year in my opinion. Virtually every family sits around and eats and gives away presents. Everyone always seems so happy on this day as the kids are opening a gift they wanted all year, or the tech guy, like me, is opening the new favourite gadget, or, the grandmother is getting a brand new dress. Christmas is a nationally recognized holiday each year ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Mo Wala @ Monday, 28th April 2008 @ 11:32 AM

A favorite destination for many people is Orlando, Florida. With its many theme parks, it has become 'the' place to visit. Not only for the young, Orlando has a variety of attractions from the youngest member of the family to the oldest! There are enough shops, markets, museums, art galleries and much more in Orlando to keep even the most 'difficult to please' person engaged. Whilst a vacation here has been popular for many years now, the reason to visit continues to grow... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Monday, 28th April 2008 @ 9:10 AM

Whether you are staying in a hotel on a business trip, or as part of your holiday, getting a good night's sleep can be very difficult, yet also very important. Having a poor night's sleep can make you irritable and tired during the day. If you're on a business trip it may very well be the case that you will need to attend several very important meetings, and these will require you to be at your peak of performance. If you're on holiday, you will want to be able to feel relaxe... more...

Family » Holidays | By simon hurst @ Sunday, 13th April 2008 @ 2:08 PM

Santa Catalina, the beautiful fishing village in Panama, has been catching the eyes of surfers and tourists for a long time now. The village has vast natural resources and beauty all around as the Pacific Ocean roars up on its black sand beaches. For many decades, surfers from across the world are drawn to Santa Catalina with great enthusiasm. Fishing and scuba diving are the other two activities that the tourists undertake as soon as they reach the place. The best time, however, to go f... more...

Family » Holidays | By Art Gib @ Friday, 21st March 2008 @ 8:38 PM

Face it -- families are a blessing and a curse. While we love the people who have raised us and who have been by our side through thick and think, chances are good that we don't always like them. At no other time of year is this apparent than during a holiday season. If you're hosting this year's Thanksgiving Day bash, you need help to make sure you you're not going crazy with togetherness. Are You the Best Person for the Job? While you might have the best in... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Monday, 17th March 2008 @ 11:29 PM

If you live in a house with children, then you are going to have to deal with the issue of them trying to find the gifts to take a peek. It is not their fault, curiosity often gets the better of them and they have to find out what you got them for Christmas. Instead of getting mad at them for peeking, find out ways you can prevent it from happening. If you leave a gift in the back of the closet, then you have no one to blame but yourself. Hide the gift up high If you have little kids,... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Saturday, 15th March 2008 @ 9:46 AM

Toy manufacturers have now admitted that the single most important and largest chunk of buyers are kids and they are willing to create everything they fancy. Popular Disney characters have now become household characters -- thanks to stuffed animal manufacturers. Now you can have your kid's heroes right in your hands in the form of a life size stuffed Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and cutie Minnie Mouse. Cartoon character stuffed animals are an extension of the ever-gaining popularity of cartoo... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Saturday, 15th March 2008 @ 9:43 AM

Every child has a dream to own toys, no wonder children have their most precious memories attached to their toys. This is applicable to those children who are fortunate enough to buy, play and own toys. But there are also children within the US and around the globe, who have never seen a single toy in their whole life. If you have piled unsorted stuffed animals and toys that are relatively new and have been mildly used, you can consider donating them to the less fortunate children. There are sev... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Saturday, 15th March 2008 @ 9:41 AM

Melodious themed dolls and toys, which are latest in vogue, are the only medium to excite the girls. Based on these tastes of girls, the various toy making companies are producing various types of colorful and beautiful dolls and toys. Further, we will discuss about the various toys which have reined the hearts of the girls. The American Idol Talent Challenge has produced a DVD game in which the performers are showing the real concerts and the judges are also giving live comments. This in... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Saturday, 15th March 2008 @ 9:34 AM

Xavier Roberts is the man behind the invention of Cabbage Patch dolls in 1976 which was known as 'Little Person' dolls. The peculiarity of these dolls is that each doll is unique, meaning that not any two dolls look alike. Roberts when he was a teenager, started a hospital by the name 'Babyland General Hospital' in Georgia where people can adopt the hand sewn dolls. These dolls were never referred to as dolls, but they were termed as babies. Roberts and his five friends start... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Saturday, 15th March 2008 @ 9:29 AM

The first appearance of Barbie was seen on March 9, 1959 at the American International Toy Fair in New York. Ruth Handler who was an American business woman got the inspiration of creating adult structure of Barbie from her daughter. Her daughter was giving adult roles to her dolls during the play time. During that time, the dolls which model babies were quite common. Mattel Toy Company started producing Barbie. Though these beautiful dolls have got millions of admirers across the world ... more...