Fun Holiday Pastimes: 10 Old-Fashioned Parlor Games to Try
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Fun Holiday Pastimes: 10 Old-Fashioned Parlor Games to Try

Before there were screens and gadgets, these games brought a glow of laughter and connection to homes—and they can again.
Christmas on the Air: How Radio’s Golden Age Brought the Holidays Home
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Christmas on the Air: How Radio’s Golden Age Brought the Holidays Home

Radio allowed Christmas traditions to travel farther than ever before, uniting families, soldiers, and strangers in shared celebrations.
Dress up Your Dessert for the Holidays
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Dress up Your Dessert for the Holidays

This classic recipe relies on a short list of ingredients and demands a high-quality dark chocolate to deliver its rich, deep flavor.
Yule Log (Bûche de Noël)
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Yule Log (Bûche de Noël)

This Yule log brings all the holiday magic: rich chocolate cake, a billowy cream filling, and a finish that feels straight out of a winter fairy tale.
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Breakfast Gnocchi Is the Perfect Morning Meal to Impress Holiday House Guests

Breakfast Gnocchi Is the Perfect Morning Meal to Impress Holiday House Guests

Appropriately named “breakfast gnocchi”, this dish comprises a pile of potato gnocchi, colorful vegetables, and chunks of sausage nestling a softly fried egg.
Dress up Your Dessert for the Holidays

Dress up Your Dessert for the Holidays

This classic recipe relies on a short list of ingredients and demands a high-quality dark chocolate to deliver its rich, deep flavor.
Yule Log (Bûche de Noël)

Yule Log (Bûche de Noël)

This Yule log brings all the holiday magic: rich chocolate cake, a billowy cream filling, and a finish that feels straight out of a winter fairy tale.
Epiphany in Europe: Stretching the Season

Epiphany in Europe: Stretching the Season

Advent (stretching four Sundays before Christmas) starts things off, as people begin to anticipate the arrival (or advent) of the baby Jesus.
Beyond Central Madrid: Culture-Rich Day Trips in the Spanish Countryside

Beyond Central Madrid: Culture-Rich Day Trips in the Spanish Countryside

Easy day trips from central Madrid introduce cultural experiences that heighten understanding and appreciation of Spanish art, architecture, and history.
Fall in Love With Luxembourg

Fall in Love With Luxembourg

A great way to start a tour of Luxembourg City is to head for a walk across the Pont Adolphe.
It’s 43 Hours From LA to Chicago. These Train People Like It That Way

It’s 43 Hours From LA to Chicago. These Train People Like It That Way

When you board an American long-distance train in 2025, you are trading the airport routine for entry into a realm where there is neither TSA or WiFi.
Taking the Kids: Fun Off the Slopes

Taking the Kids: Fun Off the Slopes

These days, heading to a snow resort offers a lot more than skiing and riding wherever you find yourself looking for some fun in the snow.
How to Visit London

How to Visit London

Walking through Covent Garden’s market halls or crossing the Thames toward St. Paul’s gleaming dome proves that this city rewards curiosity at every turn.
Taking the Kids: The Best Gifts for Your Favorite Travelers

Taking the Kids: The Best Gifts for Your Favorite Travelers

Here are some great travel gift ideas for yourself and your loved ones.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Celebrating Christmas in Germany

Rick Steves’ Europe: Celebrating Christmas in Germany

Bavaria and Tirol—two traditional regions of Germany and Austria—are rich in Christmas traditions.
The Joy of Stress-Free Holiday Gift Giving

The Joy of Stress-Free Holiday Gift Giving

Finding the right present for everyone on your list will be much more meaningful and fun with these simple gift-giving strategies.
What To Do If You Don’t Have Enough Money to Pay All of Your Bills

What To Do If You Don’t Have Enough Money to Pay All of Your Bills

Which bills should you pay first and which ones can slide for a while?
Install a Library Ladder

Install a Library Ladder

Many also use a library ladder for storage in a kitchen pantry, basement cellar, or garage loft, where the high space is difficult to reach.
10 Houseplants That Can Improve Your Quality of Life

10 Houseplants That Can Improve Your Quality of Life

Indoor plants aren’t just for looks. They can help you breathe easier, sleep better, and even save a few bucks at the pharmacy.
Why Do Mortgages Get Sold? And What You Can Do About It?

Why Do Mortgages Get Sold? And What You Can Do About It?

Many lenders specialize in originating mortgages, but often the initial lender can’t afford to wait 15 or 30 years for you to pay it all back.
Ask the Builder: An Inconvenient Truth About Garages

Ask the Builder: An Inconvenient Truth About Garages

Millions of garages, in my opinion, are far too small.
Ask Angi: How Can I Childproof for the Holidays?

Ask Angi: How Can I Childproof for the Holidays?

Here’s a streamlined guide to preparing your home this holiday season.
Jorts Are Back and Trending for Summer

Jorts Are Back and Trending for Summer

Think denim shorts are just for teens? Think again. With the right fit and a few styling tricks, they’re flattering on just about anyone.