Christmas
The festive season all too often strains good manners to the limit. The expectations that everyone will behave well on this much-hyped 'special day' are high, but the cloying claustrophobia of family get-togethers can easily lead to tension, cross words and disharmony.
If you are hosting a family day, follow our Golden Rules to avoid common pitfalls and get the best out of the day.
Being a Christmas guest also demands deep reserves of tact and understanding. Our guide to Christmas Guest Etiquette will help you get the festive season off to a flying start.
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The Twelve Rules of Christmas
Our top tips for minding your manners and surviving the festive season. -
Christmas Cards
The annual ritual of sending out Christmas cards need not be an oppressive duty. -
Round Robins
Mostly included in Christmas cards, round robins are best avoided. -
Golden Rules for Hosting Christmas
Follow our tips to make the Christmas juggling act a bit easier... -
Christmas Guest Etiquette
How to be the perfect guest and ensure the festive season goes with a swing... -
Christmas Presents
How to avoid present traumas on Christmas morning... -
Christmas Tipping
The annual tipping ritual, and how to negotiate it...
