Photos show stunning designer Christmas displays at luxury hotels around the world

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There are three different Christmas trees: one from Riggs, Washington, DC, another from Hotel de Russie in Rome, and the last one from The Charles Hotel in Munich.
Several luxury hotels across the world collaborated with luxury brands — from Dolce & Gabbana to Jenny Packham — and artists to elevate their festive tree displays.

Riggs Washington, DC/Hotel de Russie/The Charles Hotel

I caught the overnight Santa Claus Express from Helsinki to Lapland. St. Nick didn't show up, but the $73 train was full of surprises.

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I rode the Santa Claus Express on a trip to Finland.

Eibhlis Gale-Coleman

Parents, I know Elf on the Shelf is a hassle, but I promise you one day you'll miss it

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Terri Peters and her family at Christmas, dressed in formalwear, standing outside on a sidewalk and smiling at the camera.
The author loves spending the holidays with her family, even as traditions change over the years.

Courtesy of Terri Peters

I'm vegan, but the rest of my family isn't. So, I'm relying on these 8 tasty Trader Joe's finds this holiday season.

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cart full of holiday products at trader joe's
I've discovered some of Trader Joe's best vegan holiday staples.

Stephanie Dreyer

Photos show the most beautiful Christmas decorations around the world

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The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree after being lit during the 92nd annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting ceremony on December 4, 2024, in New York.
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in New York City.

AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson

15 things you probably didn't know about 'A Christmas Story'

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A Christmas Story
"A Christmas Story."

MGM

18 of the best anti-Christmas movies to watch if you're over the holidays already

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bad santa
Billy Bob Thornton stars in "Bad Santa."

Miramax

My family has holiday traditions for the entire month of December. It's chaotic, but I love it.

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The author's family smiling and sitting outside at night in front of a sign that says
The author's family celebrates the holiday season the entire month of December.

Courtesy of Tiffany Nieslanik

I don't give Christmas gifts. The holidays got better when I stopped playing the 'who bought the most expensive present' game.

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A Santa hand holds out a piece of coal.

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I guilt-tripped my teen into joining a family Christmas tradition. I'm mourning the days when my kids loved the holidays.

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Laura Falin and her family with a snowy background
The author (far left) and her family while hunting for their Christmas tree.

Courtesy of Laura Falin

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