With the Christmas season back in full swing, we might be seeing a few changes that only prove beneficial for making the holiday spirit resonate with anyone anywhere through the power of modern technology. As we go over some of the new ways to bring holiday cheer to those who matter the most, you might see some that you would be more than willing to try for you and your family this year!
Starting off with what has now become the default to long-distance communication: video and audio calling through apps. Throughout the pandemic, the use of applications such as Zoom and Discord has since seen their popularity transcend the original functions for business and education in order to be the new means of communicating with those far away from us. Other applications have since seen their convenience reach the audiences that use them with the likes of Facebook Messenger, Viber, Telegram, and Whatsapp. For the holiday season, it is important to gather all members of the family as much as possible in order for the festivities to be enjoyed by all that matter the most. Using these applications will make it so much easier to see those we have not seen in a long time and could be the way to create memories that last lifetimes.
Now, Christmas would not be the holiday we’ve come to know and love without the various decorations scattered all over the house inside and out. Though some tend to prefer keeping their decorations only from within, those who want to spread their love for the winter holiday can now use the power of yard projectors. The pandemic has made it difficult to stay outside for a long, and because of this, bright minds have looked to the use of digital projectors in order to decorate the front of their homes with more dynamic decorations with the use of animations and other vector images. Not only has this proved to be more cost-efficient, but also mitigates the use of potential waste during the holiday season!
Online shopping has become a basic necessity to most around the world since it is convenient and allows consumers to purchase products that would otherwise not be available in their country. With such a wide array of online stores and applications, the possibilities are endless this Christmas! Of course, granted that the delivery date makes it just in time for Christmas morning. With endless opportunities to give the most thoughtful gift possible, take the time to browse through the stores you know online instead and perhaps you may even find something for yourself along the way.
There’s so much possibility for everyone around the world to celebrate their respective holidays this winter season, and with the convenience that modern technology brings, we can surely hope to see a Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and more like no other!
References:
– Dillion Wallace, “How Has Technology Changed Holiday Traditions?”, <https://kodakdigitizing.com/blogs/news/how-has-technology-changed-holiday-traditions>
Surely we’re all aware of the story of Saint Nicholas and how he became the inspiration for the legend of Santa Claus due to being known for his generosity and kindness, but other countries celebrate this holiday season in their own special ways as well! Take a stroll with us as we share some of the various traditions that other countries hold just as dear.
Iceland
In the Nordic country of Iceland, families are no strangers to the wholesome atmosphere that the cold winter brings. Most families actually celebrate the tradition of gifting books to one another in order to spend the solemn night by the fireplace in the blissful indulgence of warm food and literature.
Apart from this, Icelanders share a similar tradition to that of the United States as they count 13 nights before Christmas Eve rather than 12. This is due to the legend of the 13 Yule Lads or Jólasveinar who determine whether children have been either good or bad throughout the year. It is believed that if the children have been good, they would be rewarded with sweet treats in their shoes and if not, they would wake up to rotten potatoes instead!
Japan
Now, it must be said that the Japanese actually don’t celebrate Christmas due to their population following the Shinto or Buddhist religions. Regardless, this does not hinder them from celebrating the holidays the one way they know best: Kentucky Fried Chicken. This rather unorthodox tradition began in 1974 by the American fast-food chain through the “Kurisumasu ni wa kentakkii!” or Kentucky for Christmas Campain which somehow garnered much popularity at that time, and has since seen families and friends line up for hours or even pre-ordering their boxes of chicken in advance just to have the “finger lickin’ good” chicken be present at the dinner table!
Philippines
Among the many countries in South East Asia, the Philippines is no stranger to celebrating tradition with various festivals having their own special place in the country’s diverse provinces. One of the most well-known festivals is celebrated specifically during Christmas, and it originates from San Fernando, Pampanga. The Giant Lantern Festival, otherwise known as the Ligligan Parul in the province’s language, is a festival that sees not only the citizens of Pampanga but also other regions set up handmade lanterns or parol to symbolize the Star of Bethlehem which was the guiding light for the Three Magi to find their way to the birth of Jesus Christ.
To this day, the normal Filipino household would be remiss not to have at least one parol outside of their homes once the Christmas season begins as these colorful lights are what bring the Philippines’ festive touch to the holiday. This is actually only one of the many traditions followed by Filipinos during Christmas, but it is simultaneously one the most important decorations to have!
Though these are just some of the many traditions that countries around the world uphold during the holiday season, we cannot forget our own special traditions with our families. Each Christmas is truly never done the same way twice, and since we are now able to celebrate the way Christmas should’ve always been celebrated, may we have precious memories be the number one priority for anyone and everyone!
References:
– Yvette McKenzie, 10 Christmas education traditions from around the world, <https://www.upskilled.edu.au/skillstalk/christmas-education-traditions-around-the-world>
– , 20 Unique Christmas Traditions Around the World That May Surprise You, <https://www.countryliving.com/entertaining/g4933/christmas-traditions-around-the-world/>
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