Aussie christmas

Fairy Bread Christmas Tree

In Oceania countries like Australia and New Zealand, December is the middle of the summer and so New Year and Christmas takes on a very different feel. Many Australian families enjoy the holiday outdoors, with a picnic, barbecue or trip to the beach. At some beaches like Surfers Paradise (in Gold Coast), Santa Claus arrives

An Australian Christmas is far from anything we see in the movies. Firstly, there’s no opening presents in front of a roaring fire, no snowball fights, and no ugly Christmas sweaters to wear (not complaining). Instead, we have backyard cricket, mountains and mountains of food (often prawns), and plenty of time to cool off in the pool. I’m sure almost everyone will be able to relate in some way to your typical Aussie Christmas outlined below. It’s always a hot day. Always. Instead of waking…

Christmas in Australia is a very different affair, mainly because it's during summer. So what are some Australian Christmas traditions?

An Australian woman found that her Christmas tree had a new ornament after a live koala wandered inside and snuggled up the branches.

Christmas in Australia

The Crystal Cove Christmas tree is a must see in Southern California! Located right on the beach, it's quite a spectacular sight.

During this special season, give yourself a jolly hint of what true blue Aussie Christmas truly is. It’s all about the heat, the sun, the beach and barbecues. These are what makes an Au…