Latest Articles on Christmas

The 7 Best Holiday Markets in the U.S. This Season

Holiday Market in New York City; Photo Courtesy of Charley Lhasa via Flickr As Thanksgiving and Christmas approach, we’re starting to get our holiday gift list in order. While we’ve had our wish list in tip-top shape since March, figuring out what to get everyone on your list can be a sometimes daunting endeavor. Fortunately,…

The Best Christmas Brunches and Dinners at Hotels Around the World

Traditional French Christmas Dessert, Bouche de Noel; Photo Credit: afloden Hosting Thanksgiving was exhausting, so we think you should take a break for Christmas and dine out this year. Especially because — while we’re sure everyone loves your “secret recipe” egg casserole — hotel restaurants around the world are serving up some pretty amazing dishes…

Naughty or Nice: What Santa Thinks of Your Favorite Hotel Features

Are you on Santa’s Naughty or Nice list this year? We’ve seen a lot of good and bad behaviors during our travels over the last year — and maybe dabbled in both as well! So we know every dirty little secret, or shiny gold star, that you’ve been part-and-parcel to on vacation. But if you’re…

Christmas Around the World

The most wonderful time of the year is upon us (if you can’t tell by all the Target ads), and we’re taking a trip around the world to see how they celebrate in some of our favorite locales. Christmas is a special time all around the globe, whether it’s celebrated with bonfires, dead wrens (yes,…

Foto Friday: Happy Holidays from Oyster

Take it from us when we say that a perfectly decorated tree and a sea of lights is all it takes to get into the holiday spirit. The Gramercy Park Hotel is not only one of the top properties in Manhattan, but also boasts a gorgeously festive lobby complete with a roaring fireplace. A very…

Santa Paws and More: The Best Holiday Hotel Features

Traveling during the holiday season is as old as the holidays themselves – literally, if you ask anyone who owns a manger in Bethlehem. But just because people hit the road doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be able to feel the spirit of the season wherever they go. To help get you feeling festive, here are…

Holiday Face Off: Metro City Lights vs. Beach Getaway

‘Tis the season! Are you the type to head to New York City for the Rockefeller Center tree and lavish window displays? Or are you Caribbean-bound this time of year for some R&R? Either way, Oyster.com has found a destination and a hotel to suit your needs. So whether you’re planning on packing a parka…