Idioms and expressions about North American Christmas traditions

To go on a festive horse-drawn carriage or vehicle ride

To visit friends and family for Christmas

To sing Christmas songs from house to house

To place a stocking by the fireplace in hopes of receiving gifts

To decorate the Christmas tree with stockings

To tidy up the house for Christmas guests

To keep Christmas gifts hidden until the last moment

To reveal surprises during Christmas celebrations

To exchange gifts anonymously within a group

To gather wood for the fireplace during the holidays

To celebrate Christmas with a special dessert resembling a log

"To have a sleigh ride" means: