"These Santas are all really kids at heart." 12/21/19
The Art of Becoming Santa Claus
What goes into becoming Saint Nick? It takes more than just a red suit and white beard to don the title of Santa Claus. Every year, those that want to perfect the art of being Santa travel to Midland, Michigan, to attend the world's oldest and longest running Santa school. The Charles W. Howard Santa School has graduated thousands of Kris Kringles over its 80 years, teaching everything from beard grooming to caroling to child psychology.
In the Alps, Saint Nick Doesn't Travel Alone
Across Austria's alpine villages, December 5th marks the arrival of Saint Nikolaus—a merry visitor who delivers gifts to well-behaved children. But Saint Nick doesn't come to town alone. The dreaded Krampus is by his side. For centuries, groups of men across the region have dressed as Krampus during the Christmas season. The fearsome figure appears as a horned, half-goat, half-demon who punishes children who misbehave. So be good this year! Krampus is coming to town.
Art at Altitude: Snow Murals in the Mountains
Simon Beck specializes in making ornate snow murals with just his snowshoes. The murals take at least an entire day to complete, and in order to really see them you have to take to the skies. Buckle in.
Tarot and Crystals and Runes, Oh My! Gifts for Every Mystic
From New Age novices to experienced mediums, there's a unique gift in this list that's destined to dazzle the mystic on your list.
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