No matter how old you are, there's something about an advent calendar that really gets you into the festive spirit.

and placing straws in a Nativity crib. According to Britannica.com, the first modern Advent calendar was created during this time by a Munich housewife who tired of having to answer her children ...

It's a well-loved tradition, counting down the days to Christmas, and with just over three weeks until you open that first advent calendar door, we take a look at the alternative options on offer ...