When it comes to setting the picture of the perfect Christmas we mostly likely have Clement Clarke Moore to thank. The professor at Columbia College (now University) penned the poem for his children in 1822. He titled it “A Visit from St. Nicolas,” which then became more commonly known as “Twas the Night Before Christmas.”
15 Photos of Madagascar's Cloud Forest
Madagascar's Cloud Forest is amazing. Take a look...
December
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During the winter season, holiday spirit can be found everywhere in Disney World. Each place celebrates in its own unique way.
Villages in Leicestershire, UK, are not only famous for their cheese (Red Leicester), but organic farm shops and wildlife.
While there are many sparkling wines that go by the name of champagne, authentic champagne must be produced in the designated area of Champagne-Ardennes in France. There are a number of different champagne manufacturers, including big names like Moet & Chandon and Veuve Clicquot, all of which are made from three main types of grape: Pinot noir, Chardonnay or Pinot Meunier.
Descending further down into the ocean, seeing the water enclose over the top of your head, is just a taste of what it is like to SCUBA dive. Being under the ocean in a marine inhabited area is truly breath-taking. When you’re ninety feet under the water, you forget all the worries and problems that you had on land, and completely check out. The ocean is one big Zen.
You know those books – those that, once you’ve read them, you can’t imagine not KNOWING all the good stuff inside? Such is the case with an excellent new book, Cairns: Messengers in Stone. Written by Geologist David B. Williams, this is one of the best books I’ve read all year.