Actually enjoy the holidays
It may be the "most wonderful time of the year," but let's face it: Sometimes the holidays are a peppermint-dipped pain in the ass. But not this year: Our survival guide will help you through some common Christmas and New Year's Eve–related issues, from the trivial (opening those goddamn clamshell packages) to the significant (planning an unforgettable NYE bash).
Published: December 15, 2010
HOW TO
 Be a Scrooge |
Stock the ultimate holiday bar on the cheap
Host a guerilla New Year’s Eve party
Handle flight cancellations like a pro
Convince your Internet-savvy kid there is a Santa Claus
Ask for a gift receipt
Kick ass at a white-elephant exchange
Catch a cab on New Year’s Eve
Not look hungover in front of the fam
Handle gift-giving when you’re dating someone you’re not sure you like
Proudly belt it at the DIY Messiah
Create awesome party playlists
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