{"id":148357,"date":"2024-12-03T23:29:47","date_gmt":"2024-12-03T16:29:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.siamlandbank.com\/propertynews\/property-news\/let-the-festivities-commence-how-to-kick-off-the-christmas-countdown\/"},"modified":"2024-12-03T23:51:58","modified_gmt":"2024-12-03T16:51:58","slug":"let-the-festivities-commence-how-to-kick-off-the-christmas-countdown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.siamlandbank.com\/propertynews\/property-news\/let-the-festivities-commence-how-to-kick-off-the-christmas-countdown\/","title":{"rendered":"Let the festivities commence: how to kick off the Christmas countdown"},"content":{"rendered":"


\nIn this week\u2019s newsletter: picking the perfect Christmas tree, Secret Santa gifts for colleagues and Jess Cartner-Morley\u2019s December fashion fixesIt\u2019s 1 December and, absolutely without doubt, the festive season. So if you\u2019ve been holding back on the mulled wine, ice-skating, Christmas tree and sparkly earrings, now\u2019s the time to let rip.Choosing the right tree can be confusing. Is it best for our fragile planet to buy a real one and recycle it, a potted one you can keep, or even an artificial tree that you can store away and reuse for many years, saving you money in the long run too? There\u2019s plenty to consider, and our guide to buying the right tree should help.From ceramic classics to a mini Taylor Swift and even beans on toast: the best Christmas baubles and decorationsThe best non-alcoholic prosecco, champagne and sparkling wines for 2024Everything you need to know about Christmas trees, including style, sustainability and sizeThe best robot vacuums to keep your home clean and dust free, tested by our expertThe eight best e-readers, tried and tested \u2013 from Kindle to Kobo and beyondDecember fashion essentials: this month\u2019s edit, from party frocks to feelgood socks Continue reading…
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\nSource : theguardian.com
\nRead more…Let the festivities commence: how to kick off the Christmas countdown<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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