What animal will there be next year? Where and with whom to celebrate the Year of the Yellow Earth Dog



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Everything about 2018 according to the Eastern calendar

Animal Dog, color Yellow, element Earth, start: February 16, 2018, end: February 4, 2019. What will 2018 be like in the year of yellow? earth dog: sociable, sociable, serious and responsible in work. Additional character traits, characteristic of a dog: devoted, honest and loyal, kind, careful and prudent, with a keen sense of justice, calm, family-oriented, sympathetic and friendly, it is not for nothing that this animal has a middle name - “man’s friend”.

In the coming year, it makes sense to beware of gossip, not to pay attention to the causticity and sarcasm of enemies, and also to be more tolerant of condemnation addressed to you. But we must not forget that yellow is the color of fun, sunshine, summer, joy, originality, freedom and confidence. Combined with the character of the hostess of the celebration, a rich and interesting year which we will spend with the dog.

Who was born in the year of the dog

From the table below, you can find out which of your friends or loved ones were born in the year of the dog.
However, important remember that the Chinese New Year begins, as we are used to, not on January 1, but about a month and a half later, and the start date of each year is always different.

Famous people who were born in the year of the Dog: Mikhail Lermontov, O'Henry, Alexandre Dumas, Guy de Maupassant, Sophia Loren, Liza Minnelli, Madonna, Victor Hugo, Alexander Tvardovsky, Sharon Stone, Alec Baldwin, Pierre Richard, Savely Kramarov, Elvis Presley, Yuri Gagarin, Michael Jackson, Winston Churchill, Naomi Campbell, Claudia Schiffer, Sylvester Stallone, Stephen King.

As a result, despite some uncertainties, 2018 promises to be quite peaceful, friendly and calm. We should expect a truce in the family, at work and even in the political arena, which certainly cannot but please each of us. In the Year of the Yellow Dog, it's time to start a family, go on an interesting journey and forgive your enemies :)

The talisman of 2018 is jewelry, so there will be no problems with gifts. Gold is held in high esteem, as well as platinum and silver.

Character of people born in the year of the Dog

The dog is a very loyal and friendly animal! People born in her year, for all their openness, prefer to keep everything to themselves. This is due to the fact that dogs are vulnerable and thus they protect their inner world. Most often they divide life into black and white, either you are good or bad, there is no middle ground. On the one hand, this position prevents them from living, on the other hand, on the contrary, it makes it easier. Dogs do not really like guests; they prefer to be at home with their family or alone. They make wonderful parents: caring, affectionate and fair! It is worth noting that dogs have a heightened sense of justice. Which again often gets in the way in life. Sometimes it is worth passing by a situation that does not concern you, but if it is about injustice, the dog will take the side of the victim.

The main positive quality of Dogs is that they know how to keep secrets! Therefore, they can be trusted, for which their friends love and appreciate them. People born under this sign know how to make friends, but only a select few are allowed into their circle of loved ones. They are responsible, hardworking, smart, honest, not insidious, conservative, self-critical, reliable, loving, able to listen to their interlocutor, and sometimes cynical. Dogs are excellent employees: they are conscientious, can obey and lead equally well, and are able to find mutual language with colleagues and are always ready to complete the most difficult tasks. You can always rely on them. Our animal is very stubborn in achieving her goal, she will go towards it with everyone possible ways. But what people don’t really like about dogs is their straightforwardness, desire to criticize everything and stubbornness, which sometimes goes to the extreme. Despite the positivity, Dogs are very realistic in life and can even be pessimists.

Qualities of people born in the years of the Dog:

Dog element Year of birth Basic qualities
Wooden dog 1934, 1994 Sincere, reliable, attentive, understanding and patient
Fire dog 1946, 2006 Smart, hardworking and sincere
earth dog 1958, 2018 Communicative, serious and responsible at work
golden dog 1910, 1970 Conservative, willing, cautious and always ready to help others
water dog 1922, 1982 Brave and self-centered, often selfish. Well versed in solving financial issues.

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Happy New Year of the Dog 2018 greetings in verse

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I wish to my dear friends,
So that the coming New Year
He was faithful to the famous words:
As soon as it begins, it will pass!
So use all your skills
Have fun from the heart
I wish you the Year of the Dog
You can go on the climb!
Let the whole year sparkle with happiness,
Let the table be bursting with food,
May everyone be lucky
Who is more capable of what?

With sparklers and firecrackers
The New Year is in a hurry to visit us,
Let only peace
love and happiness
The year will bring you dogs!
Happy New Year to everyone today
I congratulate you from the bottom of my heart,
May your wishes come true to everyone,
Warmth, love and kindness!

Compatibility table for Dogs with Chinese horoscope signs:



Perfect compatibility: rabbit (well, who else? :))) Rabbit is born in 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999 and 2011.
Good compatibility: rat, tiger, monkey and pig. Such a union can be characterized by the word “complementarity.” After all, there won’t be enough rabbits for everyone anyway :)
Worst compatibility: dragon, goat, rooster.

In love, the Dog is fickle. But he treats his soul mate reverently, responsibly and sincerely. Good compatibility with a horse and a cat (oddly enough). Relationships with a dragon and a goat, which a four-legged friend simply cannot tolerate, are undesirable. But relationships with the Tiger can be very bright and intense, but they will be hampered by frequent discord and disputes.

How to build a relationship with a Dog? I mean, with a person born in the year of this friendly animal. :) In formation friendly relations a person born under the sign of “man’s friend” will most likely not rush and take a short break to better get to know and study his friend (girlfriend) due to his inclination towards caution and conservatism. But when the friendship gets better, he or she will be loyal and loyal to you. In most cases, dogs would rather sacrifice something of their own than cause inconvenience to others. They will never go against the dictates of their heart and will not do something immoral in defiance of it.

IN love relationships Dogs don't often fall in love easily. But again, if they have fallen in love, they will maintain loyalty and devotion to their significant other. Among the disadvantages, it is worth noting the ups and downs that occur emotionally.


Symbols of luck 2018

If you were born in the Year of the Dog, the following will bring you good luck and success:

  • Lucky numbers: 3, 4, 9 and numbers containing them, for example 93, 49, 399 and so on.
  • Lucky colors that dogs like: red, green, violet (magenta).
  • Lucky flowers: roses, cymbidium orchids (a type of orchid).
  • Lucky directions: east, south, northeast
  • Lucky days: 7th and 28th of each month according to the Chinese lunar calendar.

Elements of Failure

Try to avoid:

  • Unlucky numbers: 1, 6, 7 and numbers containing them, for example 17, 76, 671 and so on.
  • Unlucky colors: blue, white, gold.


If you don't believe in omens, just skip this section, because omens only affect those who listen to them and give them meaning. But even if you believe in omens, treat them with a certain amount of humor and only in a positive way. That is, look only for positive signs and do not pay attention to bad omens. There is an opinion that if you do not believe in bad omens, they will not have any effect on you, even if you notice them. That’s why we won’t tell you anything about them, even if we knew something. Remember - only positive things in the new year!

So, there are too many signs associated with the New Year of the Dog to remember and list them all, so we’ll tell you about the most important, strong and noticeable ones.

Dog signs. If in New Year's Eve you heard a dog barking, this is good luck. A dream about a dog will also bring success on the night of December 31 to January 1 (or the 2nd, if you mark it well). You will also be happy with the silhouette of a dog seen in any object or phenomenon: frost on glass, a stain of coffee spilled in the morning, a cloud, a fold in fabric, and so on. Please note that the more strong drinks you take, the sooner the sign will appear :) Meeting a dog while walking on New Year's Eve also promises a successful future. Especially if you pet her or treat her with something. However, remember that dogs usually do not like the smell of alcohol, so be attentive and careful, especially if the four-legged friend you meet is unfamiliar to you.

Classic signs. A broken glass during a feast is undoubtedly fortunate, but only if you broke it by accident. A cheerful and sincere celebration in the circle of your closest, beloved and devoted people will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the entire next year. This is confirmed by the good old saying “how you celebrate the New Year is how you spend it” (another option is “who you celebrate the New Year with, you will spend it with”). A sincere, pure and bright wish made on New Year's Eve will certainly come true. To ensure that everything goes well with your money next year, pay back all your debts on the eve of the holiday. For the New Year, you can give yourself a piggy bank in the shape of a dog and be sure to put a few coins in it. Celebrate the New Year in a new thing - the better it matches the style four-legged friend person, the better (read about what to wear to meet NG in another chapter). Be sure to spend the old year, don't forget about it. Raising a glass to the outgoing year, take a bird's-eye view of it, thank it for all the good things and mentally say goodbye. Let go of everything bad, forgive and leave it in the past - there is no point in dragging negativity and bad memories with you into the future. If during the holiday some minor trouble happened to you - you cut your finger while preparing a salad, got dirty, spilled wine, broke or broke something, lost your keys or punctured a tire - just say “It’s good luck”, try to fix it quickly and forget. Be positive, don't let minor troubles ruin your holiday!

What to cook for the New Year's table 2018


Every year you want to set the table differently than last time and surprise your guests with especially interesting and tasty dishes. What’s so interesting to prepare for the New Year’s table this time, so that you can eat deliciously and, so to speak, appease yellow dog? Let's figure out what must be on the table.

In the coming year, meat dishes, a variety of sausages, as well as lard, brisket, ham, bacon, hunting sausages are strongly welcomed on the table, add herbs and definitely sweets. Please note that it is better to cook meat dishes that are on the bone. For example, legs, drumsticks, ribs, entrecote on the bone, chicken wings, etc. Potatoes and buckwheat are ideal as a side dish. Don't forget about your loved ones and delicious salads. Again, preference should be given to salads with meat, but don’t bypass light vegetable treats to avoid stomach problems. Salads can be placed on plates in the form of a bone, and can be used as a decoration egg yolk or sweet corn. Pies and pies will also diversify and complement the New Year's table; sandwiches with meat and pate will be very useful. It is better to serve whole grain bread.

Quite recently there has been a fashion to give special cakes to your beloved pets. If you have a dog in your house, then pamper him with this cake. Not only guests, but also the hostess of the year will be pleased with sweets on the New Year's table. Bake the cake and place the dog figurine in the center. Or you can make cupcakes with “Dalmatians” coloring (bright, beautiful and also to please the yellow dog). Wine, tea, coffee and water are welcome drinks:) But if you like something stronger, then drink to your health. A dog is not a picky animal :) In any case, use your imagination and your guests will be satisfied with the New Year's treats. To summarize, remember the basic rules of New Year's treats in 2018: nourishing, tasty, meat dishes, vegetables.

How to set a table

To further appease the hostess of 2018, set the table with your own hands according to her rules. And so, ideally, give preference to white dishes, perhaps with a multi-colored border (ideally golden). Canapés (fruit, vegetable) will look great as decoration and an interesting presentation of the dish. It would be nice to put a Dog figurine in the center of the table, maybe yellow. Generously decorate salads and dishes with herbs.

The New Year's tablecloth should be made of natural fabrics. Rustic style is welcome, so you can choose linen. Candlesticks are appropriate, they always add luxury to the festive table. Color range: yellow, orange, gold, red, brown, beige, white. New Year's table decor cannot do without napkins. It makes no difference whether they are fabric or paper, but in any case it is advisable to fold them beautifully. A little imagination and you will get a beautiful DIY New Year's decor. We wish you good luck and pleasant holiday efforts!

What to celebrate 2018 in?

So we come to another one important issue, which has to be decided: what to wear to celebrate the 2018 year of the dog? What color outfit should I choose? First of all, let's decide on the color. As you probably already understood, in order to appease the dog - the symbol of the coming year, choose the most New Year's color for the holiday - yellow! Just remember that it is not suitable for everyone and can add several years to your life. Yes, yellow often makes you look older. Therefore, pay attention to other New Year's tones and textures: gold, brown, flesh, sand, mustard and orange. With such a variety of shades, choosing a New Year's outfit becomes not at all difficult. If you settled on the yellow color, then know that floor-length dresses and light sundresses look most impressive in it. Always relevant and looks “expensive and rich” - gold, and Brown color ideal for men's New Year's suits. Also, no one has canceled the combination of several colors, for example, yellow and brown, plus adding gold accessories. If you are not a fan of bright clothes, then you can wear a dark brown dress and choose beautiful gold jewelry to match it. The style of the outfit can be anything, the main condition is convenience and comfort.

Decorations are welcome, preference should be given to gold, amber, yellow sapphire and wood products. Manicure for the New Year you can make it discreet. A classic French jacket, light pastel shades (flesh, peach) or dark brown polish will look harmonious in combination with a bright outfit.

What to wear for New Year's holidays? As the owner of the coming year knows, the animal is active and energetic, so shoes, like the New Year's outfit, should be comfortable! If you have chosen heels, then let them be as comfortable as possible so that nothing interferes with dancing :) This year, preference can be given to shoes with an open toe to show everyone a beautiful pedicure!

New Year's costume for a child. Every year we think about what to wear to Christmas tree baby? Who should he play? 2018 is an ideal year for fancy dress, as the dog is one of the most popular images. Moreover, you can buy a ready-made dog costume at a children's store. But if there is a danger that there will be a whole flock of dogs on the Christmas tree in the kindergarten :)), sew a custom-made suit for your child. For example, the outfit of your favorite character from cartoons, comics or films. Here are some ideas for famous cartoons and films about dogs: the dog Sharik from the famous Prostokvashino, "Barboskiny", "Scooby-Doo", "Belka and Strelka", "Bolt", "The Great Dog Escape", "101 Dalmatians", " Beethoven." Probably even this small list is enough to come up with an image. After all, New Year is a children's holiday that happens once a year, because pretty soon the baby will stop believing in Santa Claus and there will be fewer miracles in his life.

What to give for New Year 2018

It is quite possible that the dreams of many children can be fulfilled on New Year’s Eve, since the best gift there will be a puppy :) It is clear that not everyone is ready for this, but if you had thoughts about a pet, then it’s time to bring them to life and please your household.

If you have no desire or opportunity to acquire a devoted friend, or your pet has been snoring on a soft sofa for a long time, then pay attention to gifts with a picture of a dog. These could be slippers in the shape of a dog, Stuffed Toys, clothes with drawings of a cute animal or in Dalmatian colors, a brooch in the shape of a dog, sweets and much more. A dog really values ​​home and comfort, so this New Year a relevant gift would be bed sheets(generally any home textiles), blankets, pillows, dishes. Pay attention to the color, these are all colors of yellow, brown, gold, red and white.

For example, as a New Year's gift colleagues you can present beautiful napkins bright color or with the image of the hostess of the year. It’s good to add a chocolate bar to such a modest gift and the present becomes more interesting. And if there are a lot of colleagues and you won’t be able to please everyone, just order or bake a cake, cupcakes, macaroons with the image of a bone or a dog. Everyone will love this New Year's treat.

Top 10 New Year's gifts:

If you still haven’t decided on a New Year’s gift for your loved ones, look at what, according to statistics, is most often given and received as a gift for the New Year:
  1. Candy/chocolate
  2. Perfume/ Eau de Toilette
  3. Decorative cosmetics, creams, shampoos, body care products
  4. Home decor
  5. Flowers, indoor plants
  6. Bed sheets
  7. Underwear, pajamas
  8. Kitchenware, towels, tablecloths
  9. Toys and games for children and teenagers
  10. Books

Top 10 gift wishes:

What do they usually want to receive as a New Year's gift? The most desired New Year's gifts turned out to be non-material. Love, happiness, opportunity to get married, health, etc. Unfortunately, such gifts cannot be bought, so we have compiled a list of the most desirable surprises from Santa Claus.
  1. Money
  2. Gadgets: phone, tablet, headphones, quadcopter
  3. Car, apartment :)
  4. Journey
  5. Jewelry
  6. Computer, laptop
  7. Shoes, clothes
  8. Accessories: watch, bag, etc.
  9. Appliances

New Year's gift parents It's better to choose in advance. Watch and listen carefully to their conversations. Surely, the thing they have been dreaming about for a long time will flash by! But if there is absolutely no time left, then it is quite possible to please them household appliances, beautiful bed linen, terry robes, warm slippers, bath sets, basket healthy products. Are your parents used to buying everything themselves and are they hard to please? Buy gift Certificate to the home store and they will be happy to choose their own New Year's gift :) In any case, your parents will be pleased with your concern and they will not remain indifferent to your gift.

What to give for the New Year 2018 to your loved one? This question plagues millions of minds every year. Again and again I want to distinguish myself and buy a New Year's gift that is at the same time inexpensive, necessary and interesting. Again, start listening and taking a closer look at your soul mate in advance. What does she/he want? What does he dream about? It may not be a material gift, but something made with your own hands. For example, you can edit a video clip or collect a collection of his favorite quotes, and maybe even his own catchphrases, jokes, drawings. Please note that this year you should definitely not give chains, as the Dog may take this gift as a restriction of freedom. Also, avoid perfumes with strong aromas; dogs are very sensitive to them and may become unhappy. So, what to give? girl? If you decide on jewelry, then pendants, brooches, earrings and rings are an excellent choice. Girls love cosmetics, so please your beauty with decorative cosmetics or a body care set. But these should not be banal cheap cosmetics, but good and high-quality brands! If a girl is into sports, then an excellent New Year's gift would be sportswear or a pair of sneakers, which, as you know, are never superfluous. It is worth noting that giving clothes in this new year is good. The hostess of the year approves of such gifts. Don't forget that gadgets and accessories for them are always relevant. And remember, girls adore flowers with or without reason! Add a small bouquet to the gift and you and she will be happy :)

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What to give man New Year 2018? If you are looking for a gift for a friend or colleague, theater or movie tickets with an open date are always appropriate. You can give a certificate to a restaurant or a card with a denomination of money to some store. It’s good to add something made with your own hands to any material gift. For example, bake a pie, or a cake, or build a Christmas tree from fruits. Or you can add traditional Olivier and tangerines to the gift. If you are looking for a New Year's gift for a good friend or boyfriend, then pay attention to fashionable gadgets and accessories for them. Men love such gifts very much. Good alcohol, expensive tobacco or smoking pipes are always in demand. Whatever you give on New Year's Eve, stick to two main rules - no chains and add a souvenir made by yourself.

What to gift to kid for New Year? Perhaps a New Year's gift for a child is one of the most simple tasks. Why? Because children believe in Santa Claus and every year they write letters to him asking him to give him what they dream of. If you and your baby have not yet taken care of such a letter, then do so urgently. Although there is a catch: the child may want something that is very expensive or cannot be bought with money. If the first option, then look for a gift from your own hands, and if the second, then you will have to show your imagination and realize what you want. If your wish cannot be fulfilled, then choose a toy, gadget or a set of sweets, markers, pencils, stickers, key chains, phone accessories. Many girls aged 5-8 this year love fur bunnies, which are sold in various shopping centers. Girls will also be happy with hairpins, bows, elastic bands and cosmetics. But in our time this is not such a cheap gift. For boys, for the New Year, choose LEGO, chemist, physics, spy sets. Well, a win-win option is clothes. Everyone will like her.

What to gift teenager? But pleasing a teenager is not so easy. They often say that they don’t know what they want, but in fact they know, they’re just embarrassed to say. A good New Year's gift for a girl could include: perfume, cosmetics, a certificate for a cosmetics or lingerie store, gadgets, phone accessories, jewelry, a bag, a wallet, body creams, bath bombs, a trip to the spa. You can also choose a gift for a guy: skateboard, snowskate, Sports Equipment(by the way, it’s also suitable for girls), a trip to a climbing wall, a trampoline park, a water park, a slingshot, binoculars, eau de toilette, a set of shower gels, of course, gadgets, new sneakers or sweatshirts. Well, don’t forget that every teenager accepts money as an excellent gift :) Therefore, beautifully package a larger bill and give it with the words: for chewing gum :)

How to decorate a house for New Year 2018

New Year is perhaps the most long-awaited holiday for both children and adults! We expect so many weekends, gifts, entertainment, goodies, and meetings during these holidays. In order to create a positive and magical mood, do not forget to decorate your home in New Year's style! Hang garlands, make snowflakes with your children and stick them on the window, buy artificial snow! Why is there snow, now there are so many New Year's interior items - it's dizzying. If I had the money, my imagination will tell you how to place it all at home. If you decide to decorate your home for the New Year 2018, then pay attention to what wishes there are from the future owner of the year - the Dog.

Undoubtedly, a dog is a cheerful and playful animal, so the house should be decorated as brightly and interestingly as possible. The color scheme for New Year's decor is yellow, fiery, gold, all shades of orange, as well as green and blue. Hang garlands not only on the Christmas tree, but also on the windows or under the ceiling, this will create a festive atmosphere. If you have a balcony, then that’s the place for New Year’s lights. They will delight not only you, but also people passing by, and, of course, neighbors at the windows :) It is appropriate to attach a New Year's wreath to the entrance or room door, fortunately there are so many of them now that your eyes run wild. But remember that you can always make a New Year’s wreath with your own hands, and at the same time involve your children in it! Wreaths are made from pine cones, fir branches, fruit, paper, Christmas tree decorations, bottle caps, fabric, and in general from any material you like! If you are the happy owner of a fireplace, then this New Year’s accessory belongs there! Be sure to decorate the windows: for the New Year, stores sell special stencils for drawings on glass - use them! Or stick on snowflakes cut out of paper the old-fashioned way. When choosing decor, keep in mind that the Dog will like everything soft and warm, something that adds coziness. The 2018 mistress loves the elegant and graceful, so think carefully about the details in your holiday decorations to appease your cute four-legged friend.

Christmas tree decoration

Now let's talk about the main beauty of the holiday - the Christmas tree! How to decorate a Christmas tree in 2018? When choosing color range for the Christmas tree, give preference to yellow, gold and orange colors. It is better to choose garlands of the same shades, but silver is also allowed. Try not to mix too many colors in the garlands, it will look tacky. Choose 1-2 colors and focus on them. Be sure to hang the symbol of the year - the Dog - in the most prominent place; she will undoubtedly like such attention. If it is not the Dog that is placed on the top of the tree, then the star and angels also look beautiful. But you can leave it empty to keep the spruce tree looking more natural. To decorate the New Year's beauty, use wide tinsel and beads that can be hung in a spiral. Christmas decorations are a separate topic. Gone are the days when only glass toys were used. Today, anything can hang on the Christmas tree: candies, fruits, clothes, soft toys, pine cones, decorations, stickers with wishes, balloons, flowers and much more. If you like to craft, then you can make Christmas tree decorations with your own hands; now a huge number of goods for handicrafts are sold. The hem of the Christmas tree can be decorated in different ways. For example, place a mountain of packed boxes at the bottom, simulating gifts. Of course, it would be better to leave the gifts themselves under the Christmas tree, but they will be taken away quickly, and we need to preserve the beauty for all the New Year holidays! The second option is this: wrap the bucket/tripod in which the tree stands with bright foil, add cotton wool to create the appearance of snowdrifts. Or plant toy Santa Claus and Snow Maiden, as well as the symbol of the year - the Earth Dog. You can put a basket with gifts, New Year's toys and tinsel. It doesn’t matter whether your Christmas tree is natural or artificial, you can decorate it the same way. The main thing is that you like the beautiful Christmas tree and give you a festive mood before, during and after the holiday!

Today it is fashionable to take photos of the area for a selfie or a group photo. Therefore, a beautifully decorated Christmas tree is perfect as such a place, so try it! And if you don’t have the opportunity to buy this beautiful New Year’s tree, don’t despair, you can get by with spruce branches or make a creative Christmas tree from improvised materials on the wall :) For example, hang a garland in the form of a Christmas tree, or put a New Year’s beauty on the wall with stickers, or you can create one made of fruit and placed in some beautifully decorated corner. In general, everything is in your hands, create, be creative and create your New Year's mood!

Where to go for New Year's Eve 2018

The New Year is just around the corner and, as they say, prepare your sleigh in the summer and plan your New Year's trip in the summer too. And this is not a joke, the New Year holidays are another mini vacation for most people, so you need to prepare for it in advance so as not to miss out on tickets at competitive prices.

So, where to go for the New Year holidays? First, let's look at ideas for a New Year's trip to Russia. Perhaps the most popular destination among families with children remains Veliky Ustyug - the birthplace of Father Frost. Throughout the holidays, both children and adults will find entertainment for themselves and, most importantly, will personally meet the main wizard of the holiday - Grandfather Frost. If you decide to go to his residence, keep in mind that the frosts can be serious. Be prepared for -20 and stock up on thermal underwear so that all walks and festivities will be a joy. Also take care of housing in advance. The closer to the New Year, the fewer options available at an affordable price.

After the Winter Olympics, one of the best places for winter travel is, of course, Sochi with the famous mountain resort of Rosa Khutor. Here you can go skiing/snowboarding, just look at the beauty from a bird's eye view, and swim in the outdoor pool. And, having descended from the mountains, you can go to the embankment, look at the Olympic venues and simply enjoy walks around the resort city.

If you love culture, historical monuments, museums - go to the most European city in our country, St. Petersburg! Certainly, best period For a trip to the cultural capital - summer, as you want to admire the white nights. But even in winter it has its own zest, and the weather is not so important for walking around museums. There is the Winter Palace, the Russian Museum, the Mariinsky Theater, and the suburbs: Pushkin, Peterhof, Lomonosov and a huge amount of interesting things for the most discerning taste. By the way, St. Petersburg residents themselves love to go to theaters on the eve of the New Year; performances on December 31 are especially popular. Therefore, if you like this tradition, buy a ticket to a New Year's play or concert in advance.

Another great destination for the Christmas holidays is the third capital of our country - Kazan. The beauty of this city is undeniable and this confirms the city's popularity among tourists. For children there is a good water park "Riviera", for lovers of winter sports - the Kazan ski sports and recreation complex, which is popularly called Sviyaga.

Of course, you can’t ignore our capital Moscow! This seething, seething, never-sleeping city always welcomes tourists. Here you will find cultural entertainment, nightlife, New Year's festivities in the city center, parks, theaters, New Year's fairs, water parks, and everything you want! It's a great idea to go to the Bolshoi Theater for a ballet or opera during the Christmas holidays. Pskov and the Pskov region are also a wonderful New Year's destination. Believe me, there is something to see and where to relax. The beauty of these places is worthy of attention!

For those who do not want or cannot travel far from home, a great option is to go on vacation outside the city. Now there are a huge number of country cottage clubs, hotels, and spa complexes that offer packages for the New Year holidays. They organize both a feast and a colorful program. So in our country you can relax for every taste and budget!

Since ancient times, Eastern sages have honored one of twelve chosen animals every year. It is the owner of this or that year who influences the destinies of people and influences all events. Nowadays many people trust Chinese horoscope by following some of his tips and tricks. Already people are asking the question: 2018 is the year of what animal?

So, the Red Fire Rooster, which was “on the throne” for a whole year, will replace it and, like the other signs, will “rule” for exactly a year.

Now let's figure out what, in fact, the notorious Eastern (Chinese) horoscope is.

The essence of the Chinese horoscope

First of all, it is worth noting that it is inextricably linked with the eastern calendar, which, in turn, fully corresponds to the rhythm of the movement of three celestial bodies across the sky. These are the Moon, Jupiter and Saturn.

It's no secret that the New Year in China does not coincide with our New Year, that is, with the traditional day of its celebration. Chinese New Year comes a little later than the usual New Year, so anyone born in January, February or even March may fall under the animal sign of the previous year.

The most widespread and popular among people around the world is the Chinese legend about the origin of the eastern horoscope and the twelve eastern signs:

“On one of the most important days, Buddha called all the earth’s animals to him and he promised a good reward to the first twelve. It must be said that the time was quite cool then, and on the path of the animals there was a wide river that had to be crossed. The first twelve animals completed the task and Buddha gave each of them a whole year of reign on a first-come, first-served basis, in which the animals came to the Buddha.”

According to legend, the animals came to Buddha in the following order:

  1. Rat
  2. Buffalo
  3. Cat, Hare or Rabbit (various eastern peoples have their own readings regarding the fourth beast ruler of the year)
  4. The Dragon
  5. Horse
  6. Goat or Sheep (according to the Japanese horoscope)
  7. Monkey
  8. Rooster
  9. Dog
  10. Pig

According to the Chinese horoscope, each of the creatures and objects on earth consists of five dominant elements. These are water, earth, fire, metal and wood.

Whatever animal is at the head of the year, this or that element is already inherent in it (the year), which leaves a certain imprint on the character of the patron of the year.

Year of the Dog

Everyone who believes in horoscopes, the eastern calendar and listens to wise interpretations wants to know what awaits them ahead. So, a very positive forecast has been prepared for the coming year.

You can forget about the bustle and problems for a while. According to experts, 2018 will bring only calm and stability. Even experts in the field of economics note a tendency towards the end of the economic crisis in 2018. Astrologers, following the predictions of the stars and constellations, recommend purchasing real estate this year and making other expensive and important purchases.

Lovers should think about a beautiful wedding this year, the year of the Yellow Earth Dog. This eastern sign will never “put down a pig,” which is why 2018, the Year of the Dog, like no other year, is perfect for creating a strong and friendly family.

As mentioned above, the New Year in the East is a little “late” and in 2018 it will come on February 16th. Then the Dog will replace the Rooster. People who were lucky enough to be born under the sign of the Dog are fair, their thoughts are honest and bright.

Dogs are very responsible in any matter. At the same time, they are extremely creative, sublime and very open personalities. It’s nice to have conversations with such people, make important deals and just be friends. A person born in the year of the Dog has a whole bunch of positive qualities, which make him a Man with a capital P.

A dog will never deceive or change, because such a character trait as devotion is “prescribed” by the year of birth itself. No one can keep your secret more safe than a Dog. In addition, such a person has a noticeable bit of modesty.

But the Dog does not like to listen and does not know how. Long conversations tire her. However, for a friend, a person born in the year of the Dog will do everything that depends on him. Friendship with him is worth cherishing, because losing such a good comrade and partner in many matters is easy, but getting him back is practically impossible. It cannot be said that Dogs are vindictive, but they can also be offended. And mental wounds, as we know, are much more “traumatic” than physical ones.

People born under this eastern sign do not strive too much for material security. Despite the availability of finances, the Dog does not seek to purchase expensive branded items or expensive status, but, in fact, unnecessary trinkets.

How to greet a Dog correctly

A dog is a very sociable creature, or more correctly, a pack creature. Well, the Dog doesn’t recognize loneliness. The shaggy “dog” also has his own food preferences, so the table also needs to be set correctly. Based on this, we can highlight some rules for meeting active, playful and cheerful dog who simply needs entertainment and friendly communication.

The best way to celebrate New Year 2018 is in a noisy, friendly company. Invite your good friends and family and have a fun New Year's party.

You cannot let the friendly hostess of the coming year get bored - boredom and melancholy should be driven out of your home! Be sure to spend the main night of the year with dancing, firecrackers, champagne and, of course, a sparkling Christmas tree with treasured gifts hidden under its fluffy branches.

Outdoor games on fresh air, will certainly appeal to the Dog. So, without hesitation, go after the “first table” to the snow-covered street, sparkling with snow-white snow in the light of the lanterns. New year's night - best time to plunge back into childhood, even if only for a short time.

New Year cannot do without a feast. What does the Dog like? Of course, meat.

If you are not going to celebrate the New Year 2018 among vegetarians, then meat dishes should definitely be on the table. Well, the choice is quite wide: juicy roast pork, aromatic kebab of lamb or beef, oven-baked chicken, duck in apples, etc.

An excellent and most suitable option for a meat dish for the New Year's table 2018 is meat on the bone. Meat on ribs with honey sauce will please both the patron of the year and the guests.

Well, if you don’t want to eat such heavy food at such a late hour, you can easily find a way out of the situation - prepare light meat snacks. And poultry dishes themselves are considered dietary.

IN eastern calendar There are only twelve animal mascots and five elements, which replace each other every year. 2017 Fire Rooster is coming to an end, so it's time to find out which animal will dominate 2018.

The final stage of the Year of the Red Rooster will have to prepare us for something new. This year has been very dynamic for many people, so it is necessary to both look forward and look back to see the results of all the work done. Try to remember what your main mission was, the goal, the task that you set for yourself in the winter, in January, or even earlier. The time has come for a decisive breakthrough, because there will not be such a positive time for global changes for a long time. This year is good for a wedding, conceiving a child, looking for a new job, and making global purchases.

2018 in the eastern calendar

If you have opened the eastern calendar, then you probably already know that 2018 will be the year of the Earth Dog. The Yellow Dog will replace the Rooster only on February 16, when the Eastern New Year, inextricably linked with lunar calendar. This will be the second new moon after the winter solstice, December 21st. The holiday will last almost two weeks, but, according to popular belief, the Dog will come into force on the 16th.

The cycle of animal replacement is twofold. On the one hand, the Dog will again become a symbol in 2030, but this will already be the year of a different element. The elements do not play a decisive, but important role in forecasts. The element determines the character of the animal, its main spheres of influence. A total of 60 years must pass for the Earth Dog to return to us.

Characteristics of the 2018 Year of the Dog

The Yellow or Earth Dog is a symbol of financial saturation in the eastern calendar. In 2018, you can and even need to strengthen your position in business and at work. You will need to be more careful and responsible about money. Start keeping expense reports if you haven't done so before. This will save a lot of money for those of you who buy a lot and don't think about the consequences. This does not mean that you need to limit yourself - no. You just need to see all expenses and keep expenses under control.

The more you save in 2018, the more successful 2019 will be for you. Saving does not mean giving up pleasures and gifts to yourself. Saving is buying everything you need at reasonable prices. Just be more attentive to price tags.

2018 will require your full dedication. This will be a great time to find your dream job and make new commitments. They may ask a lot of you, but be patient. Those of you who can learn self-control will be able to receive all the laurels.

In addition, the Universe will require devotion from you. This devotion must come from the heart, and not be squeezed out of it by force. Don't betray those you love and work with. In love, it will be important to learn to tell the truth, otherwise all the lies may suddenly pour out, like ice water from an overturned basin on your head.

In 2018, many will be able to find their love. If fate decides that the time has come, then it will give you your person. This is a great time to get closer to people with whom you have already experienced something together. For example, this will be a wonderful year for a wedding if you have managed to live together for at least some time.

This is the year of wisdom. This is the time to accumulate it and use it for your own purposes. Try not to reject your intuition, but also not to listen to the voice of your heart too often. yours best friend there will be only common sense. Think more, rely less on feelings in 2018. Emotions will lead you to fiasco in love, work and money. Impulsive people in the year of the Earth Dog should not hope that everything will be the way you want.

Success will be with those who think first and only then take action. This will be a great year for learning new skills and strengthening existing ones. You can succeed in your studies in 2018. The Yellow Dog has a good effect on memory and motivation, on spiritual quests. The main thing is not to abandon what you start.

Overall, this year promises to be calm, but not so calm that you can just relax and go with the flow. Change your life for the better by developing habits that are constructive rather than destructive. This year is impossible would be better suited in order to quit smoking, start playing sports and leading healthy image life. Good luck and don't forget to press the buttons and

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According to Eastern traditions, each year corresponds to a specific talisman animal. This animal determines the presence of problematic and productive...

The Eastern calendar helps to learn about some time periods even before they come into force. The Chinese associated each year of the sixty-year cycle with animals, elements and colors. Thus, they have practically subjugated time - based on this, there is an opportunity to find out what awaits all of us in the coming 2018, what kind of character those born in this period, as well as some of its features that you should know about in advance.

What animal's year will be 2018 according to the horoscope?

According to eastern horoscope, symbol of 2018 will become a yellow earthen dog. First of all, the Dog is famous for its devotion and obedience. But not all people born under the symbol of this animal will be so resigned as not to be aware of the fact that someone will dare to take advantage of their good side. Dogs sense betrayal very well and are able to break off relations with anyone, even if it hurts themselves. Such people know how to choose their friends, maintain relationships throughout their lives, and always come to the rescue.

Dogs make wonderful husbands or wives. They are monogamous and strive to create the most comfortable nest possible. As a rule, such people love children and dream of having as many babies as possible.

Color, element and characteristics of 2018

The yellow color of the year gives the Dog's character wisdom and prudence. At the same time, she also acquires a desire to teach everyone, but does not always give it free rein, which is why among her acquaintances such people are famous for their sound outlook on life.

It’s hard to imagine a New Year’s Eve holiday without the usual traditions: decorating the Christmas tree and the house, champagne on the table and various dishes, fun on the night of January 1st. Some customs change annually, or rather, repeat once every 12 years. For ideas for decorating your living room, planning your menu, and choosing outfits, check out chinese calendar. Its cycle is 12 years. 2019 is the year of the Yellow Earth Pig. It completes a circular cycle, and therefore it is recommended to meet it on an unusual scale.

The Pig, or Boar, is a patient and sociable animal that can bring calm and prudence into the life of every person. It will help you understand yourself and discover previously unknown facets of your own character. In order for this to happen, you need to know what colors to celebrate the New Year of the Pig 2019 in order to attract good luck and prosperity.

In 2019, the main colors will be yellow, beige and brown and all their shades, characteristic of the element of earth, in which the Pig is located. This main rule should be taken into account by ladies when choosing a dress for the New Year 2019.

With men the situation is a little more complicated. Not every representative of the courageous half of humanity will agree to change their usual outfit for something extravagant. Yellow or orange trousers, shirts or suits can be perceived extremely negatively. A man may refuse to celebrate the New Year of the Pig 2019 in yellow color. In this case, clothing items or accessories in beige, brown or gold shades would be an acceptable alternative. In extreme cases, the entire natural palette will do. At the same time, aggressive colored clothing is not welcome.


Fashion trends

Projected fashion trend 2019 - lush elements in clothing. This can be either a skirt or a sleeve. Voluminous flounces, “lanterns” or lush puffs look elegant and festive. The more magnificent top elements clothes, the simpler and more strictly you should choose the bottom so that the outfit does not look tacky and heavy.

Asymmetrical models of dresses and blouses are in demand, in which lush decoration adorns only one shoulder, leaving the other open. The style of clothing may vary. Business women can choose a loose or formal dress from thick fabric knee length. Extravagant representatives of the fair half of humanity will suit long vestments reaching to the floor with an accent in the form of deep necklines or slits. Romantic girls are advised to give preference to flowing outfits made from light fabrics.


If there is no suitable dress and there is no opportunity or desire to purchase it, a blouse and skirt according to the classic formula would be an excellent alternative: dark bottom and light top. A strict combination of tones will be complemented by dark brown, mustard, light yellow and beige shades.

If the main priorities in choosing an outfit are comfort and freedom of movement, then a tunic is the best choice when deciding what dress to wear to a party. It is convenient to dance and participate in New Year's fun.

For those women who are fans of little black dresses in the style of Coco Chanel and are not going to change them, salvation is New Year's holiday jewelry or accessories will become gold or yellow flowers, placed in the neckline, hem or sleeves.




How to celebrate the year of the pig 2019 according to zodiac signs

Aries are people who embrace vulnerability and stubbornness at the same time. These character traits can be expressed with red elements in the outfit. The style should be strict, but hinting at sexuality. For example, a straight dress with a deep neckline, complemented by a flowing scarf, is suitable for a celebration.


Taurus are open and persistent, capable of achieving their goals. Their “signature” color is deep blue. Simpler cut dresses will do. Asceticism is encouraged when choosing accessories. You can complement the look with expressive makeup.


On the night of the holiday, Geminis can please themselves with cool shades and dresses of an unusual cut. If a representative of this sign is single, it is recommended to use double jewelry to attract love into your life.

Romantic Cancers appreciate home comfort. They are perfect for outfits in warm colors: peach, vanilla, matte mustard. A cocktail dress decorated with a print or with natural motifs would be an excellent model.


Proud Leos value luxury. This character trait can be emphasized with gold elements in the outfit. It is recommended to give preference to long, floor-length dresses.

The hot-tempered nature of Virgo goes well with dresses, skirts and blouses of chocolate color and its shades: from dark brown to delicate cream. Take this into account when choosing the color of your dress for New Year's Eve 2019.


If according to your horoscope you are Libra, then know that representatives of this sign should decorate their image with blue elements of their outfit or accessories of this color: a handbag, a belt or a scarf.

The sexuality of Scorpio can be emphasized with red or orange outfits. An important element clothes will have a deep neckline, open back or slit.


Sagittarius's self-confidence can be offset by the restraint of his attire. The dress should be of a simple style and discreet color. Brown or blue shades are suitable.


A bright outfit and tastefully selected jewelry, regardless of style and color, will highlight the charm of Capricorn.