The Matador guide to the Holidays

After the challenges of the last two years, we’ve honed the fine art of celebrating however we possibly can, and it’s all led up to this moment: the winter holiday season. Now more than ever we need bright Christmas lights illuminating our towns; we need delicious Hanukkah treats; and, most of all, we need to turn the page on 2021 in style.

Much like Santa arriving at the 11th hour with a sleigh full of gifts, Matador Network is giving you a curated collection of holiday content that’s sure to keep your spirits high. We’re throwing you a lifeline with a gift ideas for the traveler in your family and pointing you to the best Christmas window displays even if you’re not planning to actually enter the store. Whether it’s ideas for an internationally inspired Christmas dinner or different takes on boozy eggnog, we’ve got you covered. And when the time finally comes to say goodbye to 2021, we’ve got a list of the world’s coolest New Year’s traditions for a little dose of inspiration.

So get ready to overindulge on bûche de Nöel and leave those lights up until Valentine’s Day. We need all the holiday spirit we can get.

Epic Stays

The 12 Most Spectacular US Hotels That Go All Out for Christmas

Oct 23, 2023
Alex Bresler
Technology + Gear

Everything You Need for a Winter Family Road Trip

Nov 18, 2021
Katie Botwin
Holidays

9 of the Most Beautiful Christmas Trees From Around the World

Dec 1, 2021
Skye Sherman
Romance

The Most Romantic Winter Vacation Spots for Couples

Nov 2, 2021
Olivia Liveng
Epic Stays

These Large, Family-Friendly Airbnbs in the Southwest Make the Perfect Holiday Getaway

Oct 4, 2023
Matador Creators
Epic Stays

10 Big Family Airbnbs for the Holidays in the Northeast

Oct 5, 2023
Eben Diskin
Holidays

15 European Christmas Markets You Need To Go To This Year

Dec 9, 2022
Skye Sherman
Ski and Snow

The Coolest Ice Skating Rinks in the US That Aren’t in New York City

Dec 2, 2020
Matthew Meltzer
Holidays

Hanukkah Menorahs and Candles to Help You Celebrate the Festival of Lights

Nov 18, 2021
Eben Diskin
Culture

7 Things That Make Christmas in Denmark Unique

Dec 9, 2021
Morgane Croissant
Holidays

The Most Amazing Christmas Window Displays in the World

Dec 7, 2021
Eben Diskin
Holidays

7 Small Towns in New England That Go All Out for Christmas

Nov 5, 2018
Eben Diskin
Holidays

In Iceland, Christmas Is Celebrated With a Bloodthirsty Cat, 13 Mischievous Santas, and Their Evil Mother

Dec 18, 2020
Morgane Croissant
Festivals

12 Places Around the World That Go All Out With Holiday Light Displays

Nov 20, 2020
Katie Scott Aiton
Holidays

9 Charming Small Towns That Look Just Like a Hallmark Christmas Movie

Dec 5, 2019
Matthew Meltzer
Holidays

The 12 Most Festive Places to Celebrate Christmas in Europe

Dec 1, 2020
Katie Scott Aiton

It's comfort food season

Raise a glass

All the gifts they'll actually want this year

Happy New Year!

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