Christmas is approaching and everything is ready to celebrate with decorations, gifts and good food.So here are curiosities and tips for these holidays, from new toys, to how to defend yourself from mites under the tree, to the most sought-after and sought-after destinations at the markets.Let's start from the unusual Christmas traditions around Italy through a photographic journey.For those who want to alternate days at home and outdoor events there are also exhibitions and underground tours, and even art walks or the experience of a film set.For those who have yet to buy a gift for the little ones of the family, the advice of an American sociologist arrives: it is better to choose games that go beyond gender stereotypes.Furthermore, for parents, here is also the suggestion of a child neuropsychiatrist, according to which gifts do not repair mistakes and therefore gifts should not be used to conduct educational messages, to punish or reward.And speaking of gifts, there is a curiosity: it is also Christmas for the astronauts aboard the Interaction Space Station.For them the gifts arrived aboard the Japanese cargo shuttle Kounotori 6 (Htv-6): what was it carrying?4.5 tons of supplies, including water, spare parts and scientific materials for the experiments.The mystery of Santa Claus: Einstein perhaps never imagined that his theory of relativity would have served to explain how Santa Klaus manages to deliver gifts to 700 million children around the world in a single night, jump into the chimney and arrive without being feel.Instead, this is what a physicist from the English University of Exeter did, who used it to give a 'scientific' explanation to this Christmas 'mystery'.And for those who already have it all?What to donate?It is boom for experiences.Here are the 10 most desired.Scarves and perfumes out, better a day at the spa or a helicopter ride.And then there are the books.Giving them is always making a precious gift.And children's publishing in Italy is thriving, among the sectors without a crisis.Which has also allowed many small independent publishing houses to emerge, as well as the talents of writers, illustrators and graphic designers.Here are some proposals, from small and large publishers, for Christmas 2016: 10 beautiful books and all with a story.And now the food: for 8 out of 10 Italians, clams will be among the protagonists of the Christmas Eve menu, with an expense that exceeds 30 million euros.A few more tips for the table.Food and wine, Christmas gifts always appreciated.So much so that the traditional baskets, filled with typical products, are found under the tree of four out of ten families.And what makeup for Christmas?Gold, bronze and glitte r, 5 steps to make up with the latest trend.Even Christmas and New Year can be experienced in an eco-sustainable way.Word of Greenpeace which for the 2017 holidays proposes a 'environmental saving' decalogue.Even the WWF has released its decalogue for an ecological Christmas, the dec-tree ".The animal welfare association Aidaa launches its appeal for Christmas: no sweets and chocolate for dogs and cats.I council of the animal rights NGO AidaaFrom the classic red tablecloth to the crown of intertwined branches, here are the proposalsDifferent faiths and rites can coexist and the party can make future citizens of the world growFrom the yoga backpack to the voucher for a sailing holiday, here are some unusual ideasSamsung Galaxy A5, Huawei P9 lite and Asus Zenfone MaxExperts, ok fish, lean meats and nuts for psoriasis sufferersDietitian, consequences of fatigue and intestinal discomfort, drinking water and herbal teasThe holiday diet, few sacrificesThe advice of the world's make-up-gurus from foundation to mouth how to do it without making mistakesFederalberghi, turnover of 8.7 billion euros (+ 9.5% on 2015)Dust-proof decorations to protect against allergiesJourney into the most unusual traditions among terrifying masks, shoe throws and ravenous catsThey generate inequalities in mental capacity development and stereotypesGift should not be used to conduct educational messages, to punish or rewardScarves and perfumes out, better a day at the spa or a helicopter rideFrom the Nuremberg fair, trends and curious objects that will bewitch our childrenNielsen study, stressful for 42% of womenThe advice of a passionate bookseller among the many releases of small and large publishersEven art walks and the experience of a film set: here are seven proposals for the holidaysAlto Adige, Trentino but also Rome, Florence and the South of ItalyFocus on renewables, LED lights and biodegradable dishesFipe-Format, crisis still weighs, New Year's Eve will be a little betterCodacons, over 21 million families struggling with decorationsFrom anti-arthrosis mussels to antioxidant prawnsAssociation of Fish Preservers, sales + 1% in one yearSouth Tyrolean recipes and natural design proposalsFrom Kobo I study the habits of eReading readers.All rankings of the yearFrom pallet tables to earrings from former necklaces, savings + green conscienceHot punches, luxury saunas, unmissable parties but also exhibitions, museums and bookstores