What kind of holiday tip/gift should I give a server I see regularly (once a week) and regularly tip 30%? [more inside]
posted by MeetMegan on Dec 11, 2009 - 10 answers

I am spending Christmas Day alone in Portland, OR. What should I do with myself? [more inside]
posted by dchrssyr on Dec 10, 2009 - 7 answers

Have you ever been to a Sing-in of Handel's Messiah? [more inside]
posted by cymru_j on Dec 4, 2009 - 24 answers

It's that time again.. What are some good online stores to buy cool, unique Christmas gifts? [more inside]
posted by carpyful on Nov 9, 2009 - 31 answers

In previous years I've made a lot of cookies to give away to friends and family around the holidays. This year I'd like to do something a little different, but still make it a gift of food. [more inside]
posted by sararah on Nov 5, 2009 - 42 answers

What are some traditions that we can incorporate into our first Christmas solstice together? [more inside]
posted by PhoBWanKenobi on Nov 3, 2009 - 21 answers

Holiday gift giving going out of my comfort zone but I don't wanna be a scrooge. Please hope me. Longish explanation inside. [more inside]
posted by pointystick on Nov 2, 2009 - 36 answers

How can I handle my feelings for my parents during this holiday season? [more inside]
posted by bananaskin on Nov 1, 2009 - 32 answers

Great places worldwide for a two week snowboarding and sightseeing holiday around Christmas time? [more inside]
posted by inflatablekiwi on Aug 14, 2009 - 7 answers

Clever/pretty ways to "wrap" gifts that are just pieces of paper? [more inside]
posted by ultraultraboomerang on Dec 10, 2008 - 16 answers

How do I go about holiday tipping? [more inside]
posted by ian1977 on Dec 3, 2008 - 6 answers

A fun holiday diversion: help me make my LOLcat Christmas card! [more inside]
posted by kidsleepy on Dec 1, 2008 - 21 answers

My wife and I are going to Berlin for 7-8 nights at the beginning of December. We have been before and did most of the local sights and loved it, but that was in summer. I would love some itinerary ideas for this visit. [more inside]
posted by trashcan on Nov 15, 2008 - 9 answers

What should I get my kind, but difficult to shop for in-laws for Christmas? More details inside. [more inside]
posted by shesbookish on Nov 1, 2008 - 13 answers

Europe: Where does it Snow for Xmas? [more inside]
posted by mary8nne on Aug 31, 2008 - 11 answers

Do you give service-providers a special gift at Christmas? Does it matter if they're federal/state service providers (mail person, garbage guys) or people who work specifically for you or your company? Does it differ by country, city, or culture? [more inside]
posted by arnicae on Dec 17, 2007 - 20 answers

What are your Christmas traditions? How did you develop your own (rather than doing what your parents did?) [more inside]
posted by ferociouskitty on Dec 10, 2007 - 27 answers

GiftBasketFilter: I've been tasked with prototyping a holiday-themed gift basket that a high-end car dealership will present to car buyers during the season. The contents of the baskets will be mostly wine and wine-related objects. I'm having difficulty coming up with a presentation that will be "classy" enough to satisfy the audience but easy enough to mass-produce. [more inside]
posted by chudmonkey on Nov 25, 2007 - 18 answers

[first time holiday dinner filter] It's my first holiday FEAST. And I must impress FUTURE INLAWS. Give me your tried-and-true "omfg where on EARTH did you get this recipe" holiday recipes - traditional is okay, but I'd prefer the off-kilter. [more inside]
posted by damnjezebel on Nov 25, 2007 - 34 answers

Holiday craft ideas needed-catch is I want ideas that can be fun for my very creative, talented artistic 10 year old, and her sister, not quite 2. Tried and tested ideas, if possible, not just links to generic craft websites (links to fabulous websites you've found to be useful will be appreciated, of course). [more inside]
posted by purenitrous on Nov 19, 2007 - 7 answers

I'm trying to find a copy of a favorite Disney Christmas-themed short (B&W, probably from the '20's or '30's, featuring a very jolly Santa and lots of little kiddies) on DVD. Problem is, we don't know the title or anything else about it -- can you help ID this film? [more inside]
posted by anastasiav on Nov 8, 2007 - 4 answers

Ideas for twist on traditional holiday gift exchange? [more inside]
posted by FergieBelle on Sep 15, 2007 - 10 answers

Help me find family-friendly winter holiday festivals and celebrations in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama to be held this year (2007-2008)-- especially non-Christian celebrations like those celebrating Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, or just winter itself. Or specific cultural celebrations that would offer something beyond the usual Xmas/Santa stuff. [more inside]
posted by mdiskin on Aug 6, 2007 - 6 answers

Southern Christmas/winter holiday traditions for families with kids -- point me to some good things to see, places to go, eat, etc in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama especially (GA, Arkansas, TN also welcome).... [more inside]
posted by mdiskin on Jun 17, 2007 - 10 answers

Hotel/Home for the Holidays? My girlfriend and I are facing a major dilemma in visiting her home town for Christmas: Stay at her parents house or stay in a hotel. Any advice or past experiences would be most appreciated. Much much [more inside]
posted by travis vocino on Dec 7, 2006 - 44 answers

What to do about Holiday Depression-related Decision. I have a pair of tickets for me and my partner to travel to my parents' home and then on to a tropical place. My partner is in a very low point and no longer wants to go because everything seems overwhelming. Do I go alone (which would be sad and possibly leave my partner at risk of deeper depression)? Do I cancel for both? Do I cut the first part of the trip off and try to explain to my family (who knows about depression but doesn't "get" it)? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 20, 2005 - 11 answers

Where can I view a massive display of Christmas light pageantry in L.A.? [more inside]
posted by FearTormento on Dec 20, 2005 - 12 answers

Christmas in Hawaii? [more inside]
posted by FlamingBore on Nov 22, 2005 - 13 answers

My company is being stingy with holiday vacation time. Help me figure out what to do. [more inside]
posted by ThePinkSuperhero on Nov 9, 2005 - 24 answers

Christmas is coming and i'd like some holiday suggestions .......
posted by sgt.serenity on Sep 28, 2005 - 7 answers

Well paid Christmas jobs? [more inside]
posted by lunkfish on Sep 11, 2005 - 8 answers