{"id":9613,"date":"2018-11-08T09:45:51","date_gmt":"2018-11-08T16:45:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cloud9living.com\/blog\/?p=9613"},"modified":"2026-03-18T14:33:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T20:33:34","slug":"fun-festive-ways-stay-warm-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.virgingifts.com\/blog\/fun-festive-ways-stay-warm-winter","title":{"rendered":"Fun and Festive Ways to Stay Warm This Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Fun<\/p>\n

Ready or not, winter is nearly upon us. You may be dreading the chilly days ahead, but winter doesn\u2019t have to be all work and no fun. We\u2019ve put together a list of fun and festive ways to stay warm throughout the upcoming season. In fact, you might enjoy the winter so much, you\u2019ll never want it to end! <\/span><\/p>\n

Accessorize the Chills Away<\/b><\/h2>\n

Your winter uniform doesn\u2019t have to be monotonous and dull. You can have fun with creative ways to stay warm . . . and get some smiles along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n

Around the house:<\/b> Kids aren\u2019t the only ones allowed to wear fun slippers. How about these <\/span>tiger claws<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>dog slippers<\/span><\/a>? Not only will they keep your feet warm, they\u2019ll also hilariously confuse any household pets. Pair them with a <\/span>wacky robe<\/span><\/a> and you\u2019ll have trouble getting anyone in your house to take you seriously. <\/span><\/p>\n

Out and about:<\/b> Check out these <\/span>neck warmers<\/span><\/a> from Eddie Bauer. Unlike a scarf, there\u2019s nothing to wrap or tie (does anyone else get confused by how to keep those things on?!). Just slip it on and go. Or cover your head with something that has <\/span>a little more pizazz<\/span><\/a> than a black beanie. Again, kids aren\u2019t the only ones allowed to have fun in the winter!<\/span><\/p>\n

Outrun the Cold<\/b><\/h2>\n

A great way to stay motivated to keep in shape over the winter is to sign up for a holiday race. It doesn\u2019t have to be a marathon \u2014 even a simple 5K will get you moving. All that movement will get you warm in a hurry, plus the afterglow of accomplishment will keep you warm for days. We recommend finding a friend to train with you so you\u2019re not tempted to skip when the cold outside makes you want to hibernate. <\/span><\/p>\n

Adrenaline, Baby!<\/b><\/h2>\n

Because nothing warms you up faster than getting your heart pumping! And if exercise isn\u2019t your favorite way to get there, you still have options to warm up naturally\u2014and <\/span>fast<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Indoor<\/p>\n

Indoor Skydiving<\/b><\/a> \u2013 Experience the thrill of skydiving within the confines of a comfortable\u2014and heated\u2014indoor setup. Feel the wind rush through your hair and learn the art of balancing-while-falling. It\u2019s a trip!<\/span><\/p>\n

Indoor Kart Racing <\/b>\u2013 It may not be <\/span>NASCAR<\/span><\/a>, but when the roads are icy and the temps are low, some indoor kart racing can be just the ticket. Compete for the fastest lap against friends, family, and other racers, or just race for a personal best. Either way, the heat of competition will keep you warm.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hot & Tasty Treats<\/b><\/h2>\n

Mulled Wine<\/b> \u2013 A winter classic, this <\/span>popular beverage<\/span><\/a> is perfect for warming you up from the inside out. It\u2019s also simple to make. The combination of spices, cider, and red wine taste like the holidays and will keep you warm while checking out the Christmas lights around town, caroling, or staying cozy at home. <\/span><\/p>\n

Soup<\/b> \u2013 Eating soup is a delicious and satisfying way to stay warm during winter. Plus there are <\/span>endless varieties<\/span><\/a>, so you won\u2019t get tired of always having the same thing. From bisque to broth, chowder to chili, soup hits the spot.
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

Taste Something New \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Take your culinary adventures to the next level and try some new things this winter. Virgin Gifts offers a variety of Food & Beverage Tours<\/a>, some that require walking, but others that take place inside the warmth of a kitchen, brewery, or winery. Or learn how the masters themselves do it in a nice warm kitchen with some cooking lessons for groups or individuals<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Food<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Ready or not, winter is nearly upon us. You may be dreading the chilly days ahead, but winter doesn\u2019t have to be all work and no fun. We\u2019ve put together a list of fun and festive ways to stay warm throughout the upcoming season. In fact, you might enjoy the winter so much, you\u2019ll never […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":18,"featured_media":9621,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[65],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9613","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-inspiration"],"yoast_head":"\nFun and Festive Ways to Stay Warm This Winter - Virgin Gifts Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Like it or not, winter is coming. With winter comes the cold that many of us do anything we can to avoid. 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