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The festive season will soon be here and it is likely that you will be thinking about the presents you need to buy, decorations you need to find, and the activities you can enjoy with your nearest and dearest.
To ensure your loved ones have the best holiday yet, read the following ideas on how to make memories with your family this Christmas.
Start a Tradition
Make every Christmas memorable by starting a new tradition, which you and your loved ones can look forward to each year. For example, you could bake Martha Stewarts famous gingerbread cookies with your children, or you could organize a festive dinner for your closest friends to toast to the holiday season. It is a great way to focus on spending quality time with those closest to you every year, rather than focusing solely on presents.
Visit Santa Claus
While your kids might be a little shy when first meeting Santa Claus himself, you can guarantee it will become a highlight of the season. Not only will they be able to talk to the real Saint Nick, but they will also have an opportunity to tell him the presents they would like to be waiting for them under the tree on Christmas Day.
Remove the Financial Worry
Nothing can ruin your Christmas with your loved ones quite like financial worries. While you might be worried about how you will buy gifts, food and decorations, there are options available to ensure that you have an unforgettable holiday with your family and friends.
If possible, aim to set aside a proportion of your income in the run-up to Christmas, which will ensure you never struggle to buy gifts, food and decorations.
If, however, you have limited money available, you could apply for cash loans, which you can repay once the festive period is over. So, rather than worrying about your bank balance and allowing it to stand in the way of making superb memories, you can focus your time and attention on your nearest and dearest.
Watch a Festive Movie
Few moments can beat sitting down to a festive movie with the whole clan. Pull out the blankets, whip up some hot chocolate, grab some snacks and immerse yourselves in a family-friendly seasonal flick, such as:
- Home Alone
- Elf
- Miracle on 34th Street
- It’s a Wonderful Life
- Love Actually
- The Grinch
It’s an affordable, fun Christmas activity you can enjoy when the snow starts to fall or the rain descends.
Build a Snowman
If you are lucky enough to enjoy a white Christmas this year, then don your hats, coats and gloves, and build a snowman as a family. It is a great activity to embrace during winter and the kids will feel a buzz of excitement each time they catch a glimpse of the snowman from their window.
Decorate a Christmas Tree Together
It’s likely that your kids, or other half, will be disappointed if you choose to decorate the Christmas tree without them. Instead, wait for them to arrive home to adorn the tree with decorations, lights and a star. Don’t forget to turn on some festive music to ensure the activity stands out in their minds.
