Disney’s Holidays Around the World: Japan
Many are surprised to learn that Christmas is celebrated in Japan, but the icons and trimmings of the holiday are found in most households (but without the religious... Read more.
Disney’s Holidays Around the World: Canada
The Canadian pavilion in Epcot’s world showcase did not feature a storyteller this year, instead the band The Canadian Holiday Voyageurs perform songs based on... Read more.
Disney’s Holidays Around the World: France
The French can seem a bit fickle on which seasonal day is best for giving gifts: some prefer the Feast of St. Nicholas (on December 6th), some go with the traditional... Read more.
Disney’s Holidays Around the World: Mexico
As with Canada, Mexico features music and dancing this year (instead of the three Kings storytellers of years past). The three wise men would tell the tale of... Read more.
Disney’s Holidays Around the World: Germany
Germany is steeped in Christmas traditions, not only did the Christmas Tree and the Advent Calendar originate there, but Kris Kringle (Santa Claus’ real name)... Read more.
Disney’s Holidays around the World: Morocco
Morocco, as a Muslim country, does not officially celebrate Christmas. Though, many of the French traditions of this December holiday can still be found around the... Read more.
Disney’s Holidays Around the World: Italy
Christmas starts in Italy on the Day of the Immaculate Conception (December 8th) and goes all the way to the Day of Epiphany (January 6th). For the week and day... Read more.
Disney’s Holidays Around the World: United Kingdom
In as much as America originated as a British colony, so have many of the holiday traditions celebrated in the United States carried over from United Kingdom. ... Read more.
Disney’s Holidays Around the World: Norway
The next stop on our world tour of seasonal sensations is Norway. There celebrations take place and gifts are exchanged on December 24th, Christmas Eve, or Julaften. ... Read more.
An Introduction to Disney’s Holidays around the World – Ancient Traditions come together
The Christmas holiday, celebrated around the world, is seasoned with traditions and folklore making this holiday a melting pot of various religions and customs. ... Read more.