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Christmas is widely known to be the happiest, most wonderful and magical time of the year. Although going away for vacation during Christmas season is not for everyone, many explore this option. Some go as far as embarking on a journey around the world by ship. Most people however are seen spending time with family, rejoicing, offering and receiving presents and to a great extent looking forward to the same experience in the upcoming New Year.

Reasons for celebrating

The acceptance and popularity of this annual commemoration is usually subject to a country and its customs, but it is largely considered to be the world’s most widely observed holiday. Reasons for celebrating this festivity are many. In essence this holiday is commemorated mainly by Catholics who believe that Jesus Christ the Saviour was born on this day. They choose to share blessings supposedly acquired, with other folks all through this time. In other parts of the world, like Japan for instance, Xmas is typically celebrated with an intimate endearing person. Couples are seen spending much time together.

Gift giving and a chance to be jolly

This festive time normally entails lots of gift giving and get-together but can be enjoyed in many other ways. The offering of presents seeks to express sentiments associated with of happiness, joy, gratitude and love to family, friends and sometimes even past enemies. Accordingly, this prominent gift giving activity is often arranged by persons so as ensure that selected gifts meet the satisfaction of their loved ones. Children who receive toys as gifts are very thankful but are also very appreciative of non-material things. They will experience joy, adventure and happiness as they are taken to entertainment parks and other venues during those festive days.

Remembering the birth of Jesus Christ

This yuletide season has become a channel to unfold and resolve problems confronting an individual in their daily lives and most people prepare for this holiday and expect to have a wonderful time. This is one of the few days during the year when people can simply have fun and be happy. Despite the preparation and the desire to make merry, the real motive for celebrating this festive day should not be forgotten. It’s a time that should be remembered as being about the birth of Jesus Christ and being able to influence other people by way of expressing everlasting feelings of love and gratitude and helping others.