Share a tip on Christmas traditions and festivities around the world - you could win a holiday voucher

Many countries have their own way of celebrating at this time of year. In Sweden, the Yule goat is a symbol of Christmas that dates back to ancient pagan holidays. In Mexico, a colorful religious march at the start of the holiday season traces Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem. In El Salvador, fireworks signal the start of the festivities, and in the city of San Fernando in the Philippines, a giant lantern festival features dazzling parols (lanterns) that symbolize the Star of Bethlehem .

This week, we'd like to hear about the favorite holiday traditions you've encountered on your travels. If you have a relevant photo, submit it - but your words will be judged for the contest.

Keep your advice to around 100 words.

< p class="dcr-18sg7f2">Top tip of the week, chosen by Lonely Planet's Tom Hall, will win a £200 voucher to stay at a Sawday property - the company has over 3,000 in the UK and in Europe. Top tips will appear on the Guardian Travel website, and possibly in the newspaper as well.

We're sorry, but for legal reasons you must be a resident from the UK to enter this competition.

Competition closes 9am 20th December

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