Take our quiz to discover how global your Christmas celebrations are, based on the traditions you observe.
If you partake in Elf on the Shelf or assemble a Christmas Eve box, yet still serve turkey on Christmas Day, your festivities are 75% American.
Opening presents on Christmas Eve could indicate a French influence, while participating in a Christmas lottery like El Gordo suggests Spanish inspiration.
This fun quiz follows research indicating that many traditional festive customs are fading as younger generations opt for modern alternatives such as donating to charity instead of sending cards.
And Almost 20% of millennials are planning to cook their Christmas dinner on the barbeque this year, according to recent findings.
The survey also revealed that half of 18 to 24 year olds are likely to adopt new traditions, compared to just 5% of those over 65.
A spokesperson for Lottoland, which commissioned the study, commented: “It looks like we are seeing an end to certain traditions that used to be popular at Christmas time.”
The study revealed that UK adults have been participating in their favourite annual traditions for an average of 32 years or more. Over half of the respondents hope their children will carry on these festive customs passed down through generations.
Despite Britain’s chilly weather, 51% of those surveyed wouldn’t want to spend Christmas Day in a warmer climate. For two-thirds, it just ‘wouldn’t feel the same’, while 57% relish the cosiness of being indoors when it’s cold outside.
A spokesperson for Lottoland commented:”Christmas traditions hold a special place in our hearts because they remind us of the importance of family, togetherness, and continuity.
During a time of year when the world can feel hectic and rushed, traditions serve as an anchor that brings us back to what truly matters.”
