The Best Way to Spread Christmas Cheer...

The holiday season is upon us! With Thanksgiving in the rear view mirror, Christmas is the holiday of anticipation for many! From TV specials to grand attractions, there is so much to do in light of the most wonderful time of the year.

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Coming to the big screen on December 21st is Cirque du Soleil's World's Away. This epic adventure is theater (astounding vocalists, acrobatics, intense musical compositions) and a heaping helping of movie magic, sending audience members on a fantastical journey. The heads behind this project are Academy Award-nominated director Andrew Adamson, and none other than James Cameron (writer and director of 2009's Avatar). As if this movie wasn't a must-see already, the creators added 3D effects to enhance the experience. This film (if it can be called that) should be on everyone's holiday to-do list! More information? Here you go.

Every year, families can always count on ABC Family (the television network) to spread the holiday spirit with its 25 Days of Christmas TV special. This Christmas special always begins December 1st and crests on Christmas day, December 25th. This tradition started in 1996, originally hosted by Fox's television network (ABC Family adopted the tradition in 2003). The network showcases a combination of original Christmas specials and Christmas classics for families to enjoy. How the Grinch Stole Christmas, I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus, Home Alone, and Elf, are just a few movies that make this Christmas special memorable. For a full list of movies and showtimes, go here.

This year the National Harbor brings back its popular ICE! attraction. This attraction recreates popular movies (such as Madagascar or The Grinch Who Stole Christmas) through crafted ice sculptures. The entire attraction is made of ice; Winter gear is a must for the igloo-like environment. The attraction also has cool features like an ice slide for the younger adventure seekers. The theme for the 2012-2013 holiday season is none other than the big, green ogre himself, Shrek. For more information, click here.

If all of this is too much excitement for you, simply lay back, enjoy the inviting spirit of Christmas, grab a cup of hot cocoa, and read a novel for entertainment.

All the best to you and yours during this wondrous holiday season.
Merry Christmas and have a happy and prosperous New Year!

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