According to me, Christmas is the perfect time to be jolly, especially for a Sydneysider.  Folks walk around in red and white-themed dresses. Christmas-decor, cakes, gifts, and wine bottles fill the stalls around the city. The Christmas party cruises in Sydney, magical lights, Santa, cakes, wines and carols become the talk of the town. And these are some of the reasons why I love this season. 

But how would you like to create a perfect party atmosphere in Sydney? Here’s how I like it.

What’s Christmas without stars, Christmas trees, hangings, and balloons? So wear a creative hat and get ready for the big celebration at home and in the office. Fix a theme for the Christmas celebration and deck up your space. Check out the best Christmas tree and decor available in the market and choose one that matches your theme. Sydney has a number of Christmas markets where you can find everything you need for Christmas. Embark on a shopping spree. Choose your preferred Christmas elements from Christmas Markets like The Cannery Christmas Market, The Rocks Christmas Market, Carriageworks Twilight Christmas Market, etc. Here, you can find everything that completes your celebration like Christmas decorations, gifts, and much more. Isn't this an excellent way to spread the holiday cheer and ignite the festive mood in you?

As a foodie, one of the first thoughts that comes to my mind when I think of Christmas is dinner on one of the Christmas cruises in Sydney.  Imagine celebrating  this Christmas with a sumptuous meal served aboard any of the Sydney cruises or fine dining restaurants? The Harbour City has enough options to try dishes like the Roast turkey with trimmings, seafood platters, meats, cheese, desserts, etc. The Gantry at Walsh Bay,  Sky Feast at Sydney Tower, Glass Brasserie at the Hilton Sydney, etc. are some of them. 

If you are an excellent cook, you can also host a party at home and invite some of your close friends too. Isn't it lovely to clink a glass of homemade wine and munch some delectable meals with your dear ones this holiday season?

The ‘Emerald City’ has multiple vantage points to get the best views of the Christmas fireworks. Look out for the popular venues in Sydney known for their Christmas shows or lights display. The Christmas festival and fireworks of the Darling Harbour, the lights display at The Rocks, and the Christmas Parties of the Doltone House are some of the ways to welcome Christmas in Sydney. The Doltone House is also popular for its stunning harbour views.  

A movie with a Christmas theme is my personal favourite when it comes to evoking a Christmassy feeling. The Christmassy background music, the snow-covered landscapes, decked-up Christmas trees, and the burning fireplace we see in my all-time favourite movie ‘Home Alone’ are a few reasons I love it. And it perfectly brings together comic and aesthetic elements to convey an entertaining story. Santa Claus, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, etc. are some of my other picks when it comes to Christmas movies that you can watch for a lively evening with family. Which of these movies would be your first pick?

As you can see, there are umpteen number of ways to welcome the holiday season with cheer. Each of these ideas can put you in a festive mood and help you have the time of your life with your loved ones. So, how would you like to ring in this Christmas?