Holidays and Special Occasions – Page 9

Why Do We Love the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade So Much?

The nostalgia-fueled production has been the most-watched entertainment program in the United States for the past three years, ahead of the Oscars and the World Series.

By John Koblin

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The Biggest Travel Debate: Check In or Carry On?

Check in or carry on? Amy Virshup, the Travel editor at The New York Times, and Christine Chung, a Times reporter covering consumer travel, have a debate.

By Amy Virshup Christine Chung Gabriel Blanco Karen Hanley Laur

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Christmas Ornaments That Are Out of the Ordinary

A roundup of unusual Christmas baubles, from diamonds made of lichen to glass flowers and strawberry tarts.

By Ella Riley-Adams

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Coca-Cola’s A.I.-Generated Holiday Ads Receive Backlash

The company’s nostalgia-filled commercials are a holiday tradition, but this year’s ads are facing backlash for dipping into the uncanny valley.

By Alex Vadukul