The holiday season means time with family, but we understand these gatherings aren’t always full of sugar, spice, and everything nice. While a cliche, having the in-laws over and dealing with unwanted conversations is a common occurrence, but we’re here to help! We’ve compiled the best advice from experts all over the country to help you have the best holiday season possible. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving at your rental home in Sammamish, WA, are celebrating a night of Hannukah at your apartment in Cincinnati, OH, or having Christmas day in your Waldorf, MD home, we hope these tips help you to keep these festivities well, festive.