Holidays
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Lansdowne House: a perfectly relaxing stay on the classy coast
The Week Recommends This elegant guesthouse mixes modern decor with period features
By Neil Davey Published
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What to consider when buying a holiday home
The Explainer There are plenty of benefits to owning a second home but some councils, locals and lenders are fighting back
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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When Santa fought for the Union
The Explainer How the bloodshed and turmoil of the Civil War helped make the modern American Christmas.
By The Week US Published
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Package holidays explained in 60 seconds
In Depth Pre-paid breaks sent Brits abroad in droves and sent the Chinese packing
By Joe Evans Last updated
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4 tips to stay on budget this holiday season
The Explainer If you're feeling nervous about holiday expenditures, here are some tips to keep your budget in check amid the merriment
By Becca Stanek Published
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School's out: are term-time holidays acceptable?
Talking Point Parents struggle to afford summer travel price hikes, but face threat of fines and disrupted education
By Harriet Marsden Last updated
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10 last-minute Father's Day gifts for procrastinators
Speed Read Is it really a holiday if you didn't wait until the 11th hour?
By Brigid Kennedy Published
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2023 Mother's Day gift guide
feature Something thoughtful for every budget and every kind of mom
By Catherine Garcia Published
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Galentine's Day: Everything you need to know about the unofficial holiday
Speed Read It's all about your friends on Feb. 13
By Kelsee Majette Published
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10 Valentine's Day gifts for every kind of 'lover' in your life
Speed Read Sometimes, a box of chocolates just won't cut it
By Catherine Garcia Published
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What is Blue Monday?
Speed Read The most depressing day of the year might not be all it's been made out to be
By Theara Coleman Published
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The flaw in New Year's resolutions
Speed Read Every January, nearly half of Americans pledge to make big changes. Why will most of us fail?
By The Week Staff Published
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World rings in 2023
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By Jeva Lange Published
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How the Times Square New Year's Eve ball drop has changed over the years
Speed Read Why the 116-year-old New York City tradition began, and what it's looked like through the decades
By Theara Coleman Published
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