With many families quarantining in hopes of a normal Christmas with their loved ones, they might not be going out for normal holiday traditions.
This year, take matters into your own hands and get in the holiday spirit from the comfort of your home. Whether with your family, roommates, partner or friends, these activities are perfect to celebrate the holidays from the comfort of your home.
Christmas Movie Night
There are plenty of Christmas movies out there — new and old — perfect for getting the family in the holiday spirit. Check out all the classics playing on cable throughout December on channels like Freeform, FX and more. Other places to find Christmas movies are the Hallmark Channel and streaming services like Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.
Bake Christmas Cookies
There is nothing better than being stuck in the house with some holiday sweets. Bake your favorite Christmas treats, or try some new ones, and enjoy during your Christmas movie night.
Christmas Song Karaoke
As Buddy the Elf once said, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” Turn on your favorite Christmas songs and sing your heart out. This is guaranteed to get your family in the Christmas spirit.
Make Decorations
Spread Christmas cheer by putting a personal touch on your Christmas decorations. Whether they are drawings, paper snowflakes, homemade tree ornaments or paper wreaths, crafts are bound to get you excited for the holidays.
Drive around to see Christmas Lights
This year it seems like more and more houses are going above and beyond with their decorations. Put on your favorite Christmas pajamas, grab hot cocoa and spend the night driving around surrounding neighborhoods looking for the best decorated houses. Try the Christmasprism app to find the best ones near you.
Read This Next
#WhereverFamily
Insta FeedDestinations / Europe
Nov 10, 2026Meet the Small Bulgarian Town Known as “Narnia of the Balkans”
Meet Bansko, a small town in the mountains of Bulgaria you might want to put on your travel radar. Small Bulgarian towns may not be the first place you think of when you plan a family vacation, but this one has something special that has earned it a nickname that honors a beloved series of books that inspired many of our fantasies growing up.
Sponsored Content
Best of Both Worlds
Enjoy the best of both worlds when you fly with TAP Air Portugal thanks to the Portugal Stopover program. With the program, TAP passengers, whether traveling for business, leisure or both, can stop in Portugal for up to 10 days at no additional airfare on the way to their final destination. What does this mean for travelers wishing to explore by both land and sea? It means after flying to Portugal with TAP and experiencing the country in an entirely new way, travelers can then embark on scenic river and ocean cruises from Portugal’s port cities, or fly with TAP to another European destination.
Hotels
Nov 10, 2026Black Friday, Cyber Monday Deals at LEGOLAND California Resort
Family travelers won’t want to miss these deals! LEGOLAND California Resort kicks off the holiday season with limited-time savings.
Destinations / North America
Nov 9, 2026Holiday Happenings in 3 Unexpected Cities
With the holidays around the corner, you may be visiting family and friends in smaller towns and cities.
Sponsored Content
GET TO KNOW TAP FORBIZ
Unlock flexible, refined business travel with TAP Air Portugal’s program, TAP FORBIZ. Developed for small, medium and large Companies, with options for corporate events, TAP FORBIZ offers exclusive advantages adapted to each type of business.
Hotels
Nov 9, 20265 Black Friday Deals Around the World
Save money on your family’s holiday vacation and 2027 travels by taking advantage of Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday deals. Savings can be as high as 50 percent off regular rates, and many special offers include dates through December 2027.
ShareThis