Holidays

The term holiday is most commonly described as a day set aside for the commemoration of an important event. Holidays are often accompanied by public ceremonies, such as parades and carnivals, and by religious observances; they may also be simply a time for relaxation.

Days of commemoration are observed throughout the world such as, Bastille Day in France, May Day in Russia, and the New Year in China. National holidays are observed throughout a country and are considered legal if proclaimed by the central government. In the United States the state governments have jurisdiction over the celebration of holidays, except with regard to federal employees and agencies. On legal holidays banks and schools are closed and business transactions are restricted.

In British culture "on holiday" commonly refers to a vacation or extended period of time away from home and/or employment.

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  Blog Focus: Thanksgiving Preparation
  Bloggers weigh in on how to get through the meal, entertain guests and not forget your diet
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Latest blogosphere posts tagged “Holidays”

• Chef Alex Guarnaschelli explains how to thicken gravy

  
  Radioblog — Authority: 506
  Posted by Alexis Tirado Chef Alex Guarnaschelli , executive chef at Butter Restaurant in New York City and host of “Alex’s Day Off” on the Food Network, was our first guest on the Thanksgiving Hotline. She talked about a big Thanksgiving dilemma: How to thicken gravy. Her tip? Rather than using flour ...
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• Ladies Room Podcast [11.23.09]

  
  The Ladies Room — Authority: 143
  Brooke and Monti talk to Louise Hasson of Bon Vivant Cooking School about how to roast the perfect turkey as well as other Thanksgiving secrets.Listen to the Podcast for all of the Roasting tips(Image courtesy: xybermatthew. Used by creative commons)
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• Thanksgiving Travel, Asthma, and Swine Flu

  
  Asthma Mom — Authority: 419
  I’m staying home for Thanksgiving this year, and it feels awfully festive to live somewhere, finally, that’s actually cold this time of year. On Thursday, I plan to drink hot apple cider and watch the Macy’s parade before heading out to my in-laws’ for dinner, and I’ll be wearing a sweater and loving the ...
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• short week

  
  Pampered With Paige — Authority: 147
  Morning.. I hope our dog walker takes the cup cakes I left for him. They were leftover from our party Saturday night. Whos ready for Thanksgiving?? Were spending the day in NY with Stus family. Phoebe and Miles are coming along too. They LOVE Thanksgiving for obvious reasons. I took this pic of them last night ...
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• Philosophy ‘On A Clear Day’ Oil-Free Acne Spot Treatment

  
  Exotic Excess — Authority: 438
  The Philosophy ‘on a clear day’ oil-free acne spot treatment ( $18) features a lightweight combination therapy treatment that aggressively targets acne to rapidly clear skin and prevent future breakouts. ‘On a clear day’ oil-free acne spot treatment also helps absorb excess oil and control shine, while ...
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• Mexico Travel Tips: Bus Travel in Mexico

  
  Mexico Vacation Travels Pictures, Reviews, & Deals — Authority: 433
  mexico has been investing in their road infrastructure since 1990. The country has an extensive network of high quality road intercity connecting all principal towns and cities in Mexico. Roads are being built every year in order to connect a remote area of Mexico to its established cities. In Mexico’s constant ...
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• Tourists flock to Iceland as winter travel becomes increasingly popular

  
  eNewsWire — Authority: 129
  Winter travel is fast becoming popular, due to people taking post-Christmas holidays to relax after the stresses that Christmas entails. Consequently, Iceland is seeing an influx of visitors from all around the world. Iceland is fast becoming one of Europe’s most popular winter travel destinations. This volcanic ...
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• Booksigning is canceled :(

  
  Marianne LaCroix — Authority: 139
  My book signing is canceled this Friday. This is the first I heard there was any problem as two weeks ago they were ordering my books. I emailed this weekend asking for an update. Apparently they didn’t order the books…can’t do consignment…and the store is slated to close. Wow. A lot of progress for two [...]
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• Thanksgiving Week Menu Plan – ‘09

  
  Meanwhile, back at the ranch... — Authority: 431
  Many of you know that I just don’t care for Turkey.  I have wondered if I might enjoy a free range turkey , but when I say the words free range turkey I think of my kids so maybe that wouldn’t work out so well. Anyway, we don’t roast big bird on Thanksgiving.  Long ago we were in the habit of doing the ...
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• 422 Resurface Crews To Take A Break

  
  The Sanatoga Post — Authority: 442
  COLLEGEVILLE PA – Construction crews working to re-build portions of U.S. Route 422 will take a break after Tuesday (Nov. 24, 2009) to enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation says. Road re-surfacing on the east- and west-bound lanes of the limited access highway between ...
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• Starting the Week with Sick Family

  
  Personal Blog of Justin Germino — Authority: 469
  It is never fun when your kids get sick and like and like it or not when one of your kids get sick, it iwll spread to the whole family very rapidly.  Last week my oldest son came down with sore throat and fever and within three days my three year old was sick and now my wife and I have whatever our kids picked up. ...
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• Candy Cane Mint Brownies CandyCane Chocolate Brownie, Mint Chocolates Brownies, Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Bucket Sparkling Candy Canes

  
  Outlook-Everything.blogspot.com — Authority: 134
  Candy Cane Bucket of Brownies White bucket decorated with sparkling candy canes includes our tasty Mint Chocolate Brownies and a tin of our Fresh Baked Chocolate Chunk Cookies. This cute, mint-themed bucket will help to brighten anyone’s day! - Buy Shop Info
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• Thanksgiving (2) Work

  
  Klessmas Time — Authority: 116
  Its been a season of waiting and wondering what the future holds especially for my dear Andreecito. One way that Gods provision has been very real and tangible has been in providing work for us. I love my job. Working for and with the people of Sovereign Grace Church of Frederick has been a dream job I didnt ...
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• blogger confession:

  
  west coast girl — Authority: 115
  i have not been the best blogger lately, and I realize this. the combination of having $#@! loads of homework to do daily, a husband to feed, and a mom to babysit , ...i have stuff. this week i hope you are all mia as well. goin goin back back to cali cali for a reunion of the moffat clan. first time as a ...
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• Avoid Over Eating During The Holidays

  
  Fit Tip Daily — Authority: 126
       The average person gains between 10 and 15 pounds during the holiday season.  This means that you over eat your calories by between 35,ooo -  52,500 .  OUCH!  Most don’t even realize that they are over eating by that much.  However, the constant grazing of holiday foods at work and the left overs in ...
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• Holiday Ticket Packages

  
  Rattler Radio — Authority: 438
  Do you want one of these for Christmas? Then, go here . Details here .
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• Unwind and Rejuvenate at Le Chateau de Frenche

  
  Bed-Stuy Blog — Authority: 466
  Now that the holiday season is underway, I’m already starting to feel the stress associated with having lots to do and no time in which to do it. Some time ago I won a gift certificate to Le Chateau de French Day Spa and Private Tea Room in a raffle. I haven’t used it yet, but something tells me that I will ...
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• Where to Skii this Winter?

  
  Payday Tango — Authority: 131
  Skiing holidays in the winter are spent in some of the most beautiful mountains in the world. The cold, crisp air is clean and exhilarating. Days in the mountains are mostly sunny and perfect for those looking for an all-inclusive holiday break. If you’re interested in family ski holidays you will find there are ...
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• UK holidaymakers choose winter holiday sun over UK winter weather reveals Holidays-Direct

  
  Fast Press Releaser — Authority: 140
  British holidaymakers looking to escape the cold dreary UK winter head to destinations such as the Caribbean on cruise holidays, according to Holidays-Direct.co.uk.Holidays-Direct.co.uk has revealed a noticeable increase in the last few months of interest in winter holiday destinations. Many UK holidaymakers want to ...
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• Iceland provides perfect Northern Lights Christmas experience

  
  eNewsWire — Authority: 129
  According to a recent survey by MORI, four out of five adults consider the Christmas period to be stressful. So why not be the one of five who relax during this joyful time of year and discover Iceland’s unique traditions. For more than half a century, the City of Oslo, Norway, has presented Reykjavik with a ...
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