29 Dec
Winter fun facts
17 May
10 Chilly Facts about Snow
Snow is something you either love or hate! You either can’t stand the cold, being blocked on your way by icy roads and the general wetness of it, or you love the beauty of it all. Either way, many of us have had the fortune of experiencing snow in our lives – but what’s the …
23 Jan
21 Sensational Facts About Snowboarding
There is nothing like shredding the slopes with your snowboard, your crew, and the fresh powder on the mountains! It’s amazing to experience the speed, adrenalin, and feel the sun and wind on your face as you come down the mountain. Snowboarding has come a long way since its creation in the 1960s. Since then …
30 Dec
26 Fabulous Facts About February
February is a month crammed with plenty of surprises. It’s the shortest month of the year, but for many people in the northern hemisphere, it remains one of the coldest. It’s that bridge between winter and spring that many people are likely to look forward to melting away! However, poor February often gets a bad …
19 Dec
14 Festive Facts About Mince Pies
Mince pies is a British treat that has a bit of an odd name – many believe it to be a savoury cake, but these days, it’s a fruity, rich delight that people generally enjoy over the Christmas period. Believe it or not, there’s some fascinating history behind these pies – so let’s take a …
29 Nov
11 Awesome Facts About Avalanches
Avalanches are natural hazards occurring in certain parts of the world during certain weather conditions. They can be triggered by several events and cause damage to property as well as injuries or even death – so it’s always a good idea to try and stay well away! In any case, here are some fun facts …
19 Nov
12 Jubilant Facts About January
January is a very important month in our western calendar – it’s the start of a New Year, and for many of us, that means writing up all kinds of resolutions and starting new habits after the festive season. However, the month also has some incredible history to it – here are some fun facts …
15 Nov
13 Charming Facts About Christmas
Christmas is the time of year in the Christian calendar when families come together to really appreciate each other and to celebrate this festive period with gifts and food. Here’s some fun facts about Christmas! 1. Armenian Christmases have interesting menus! In Armenia, the traditional Christmas Eve meal consists of fried fish, lettuce and spinach. …
2 Nov
10 Marvellous Facts about Mistletoe
Holly, ivy, Christmas trees… Mistletoe! As the winter holidays approach, we’ll be seeing more and more of these iconic plants. Mistletoe is known for its romantic traditions when welcomed into our homes, but did you know that it is a parasitic plant and thus not exactly welcomed by its original hosts? Even though we readily …
12 Oct
33 Happy Facts About Ice Hockey
Have you ever played or watched a professional hockey game? If you have you’re probably familiar with its basic rules and dynamics. With its speed and its frequent physical contact, ice hockey has become one of the most popular international sports. The game is an Olympic sport, and worldwide there are more than a million …
9 Oct
15 Solid Facts About Winter
Winter is likely to be many people’s favourite time of the year. While it can get bitterly cold depending on where you are in the world, it is also the time of year in the northern hemisphere for Christmas and New Year celebrations. What’s more, there’s nothing quite like taking a stroll through snowy trails …
7 Oct
36 Dazzling Facts About December
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…” Sing along! December, that time of year when storefronts are festooned with holiday decorations and Christmas spirit! It’s a month of festivities, joy, and family reunions. December is also a month of one year’s closure and a time when we start preparing our New Year’s resolution list. …
29 Aug
13 Spectacular Facts About Skiing
Ever been skiing before? It’s likely to be some of the best fun you can have with snow – short of building snowmen, we’d wager! However, skiing remains a massively exhilarating and exciting pursuit. It can take some time for you to learn how to master the sticks and skis, however, once you hit the …
20 Jul
9 Fun Facts About Blizzards
You’re unlikely to pay much attention to blizzards unless you’re getting struck by one! Here’s some fun facts about blizzards, and how extraordinary and deadly they can be at the same time… 1. What classifies as a blizzard? It is only considered blizzard conditions if the winds are in excess of 35 miles per hour, …
7 Apr