What's a better way to count down the days until Christmas than with ... pickles? Advent calendars are a popular way to count down to Christmas, with a surprise each day. More traditional Advent ...

A glass of whiskey, surrounded by Christmas decorations, gift boxes and candles. Whiskey Advent calendars have soared in popularity and offer a curated introduction to whiskeys from around the world.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Food-focused advent calendars targeting adults have become a luxury craze, driven by the unboxing trend. Options ...

Why settle for tiny pieces of chocolate when you could unwrap a Pokémon card, a Funko Pop or a Star Wars LEGO ship instead? Advent calendars have gone full geek mode, with options for fans of movies, ...

But if chocolate's not your thing (or it is, but you're looking for a more impressive/unconventional cally to gift to a friend this year), there are *so* many other options (FYI, you can never go ...

We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. Remember the SNL “Christmas Morning” sketch—the one where the whole family unwraps a bounty of perfect gifts ...

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