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Santa's Live Ride

Real-time coverage of Santa's trip around the world, from takeoff to touchdown.

by Mrs. Claus on Dec 24, 2012 at 12:32 AM
Good evening!

I'm the utterly unstoppable Mrs. Claus. I make sure Santa's journey is enjoyable, giving him extra-chocolaty hot cocoa and knitting warm wool socks for each snowy step.

For years, I have been documenting his yearly treks. For the next 24 hours, I'll share my jolly husband's voyage with you, posting photos from around the world and telling both historic and recent tales.

Got a picture or story to share? Send it to santa@scribblelive.com. I'll be checking the account until my darling returns to the North Pole.

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 2:29:11 PM
As careful as Santa tries to be, sometimes children spot him as he's scurrying back up the chimney. Does anyone have any stories about sneaking a peek of the man in red?

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 2:31:54 PM
Santa's looped back around and is heading back to China.

by Correspondent Elf 12/24/2012 2:32:45 PM
In Hong Kong, Santa Claus is known as "Sing Daan Lou Yan" (Christmas Old Man) in Cantonese or "Sheng Dan Lo Ren" in Mandarin.

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 2:35:25 PM
I love seeing all the poinsettias decorating public squares as I fly across China!

by Santa Claus 12/24/2012 2:41:09 PM
I've never seen Santa, but I have received presents every year despite being in different parts of the world! Santa does a great job delivering everywhere. Can't wait for tonight :)!

by Leslie 12/24/2012 2:43:55 PM
We're just flying over the Great Wall of China now!

by Correspondent Elf 12/24/2012 2:46:15 PM
Since everyone leaves cookies for Santa but nothing for the Reindeer. I would like to leave something for the Reindeer, what do they eat?

by Sam 12/24/2012 2:47:31 PM
Oh, my-- the reindeer absolutely love carrots! And I know they'd love if you leave some out for them. Thanks, Sam!

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 2:48:31 PM
Hitting OSAKA now!

by Command Centre edited by Correspondent Elf 12/24/2012 2:49:32 PM
One reason Santa loves his trips to China is because they sure know how to celebrate Christmas. In Hong Kong, a traditional party takes place every year called Winterfest and features a giant tree in Statue Square, a sparkling castle at Disneyland Hong Kong and ice skating at Ocean Park!

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 2:51:25 PM
Sunny Elf here! We are running into some smoky conditions across parts of China. Seeing that here in Xi'an. Confirmed by official observation: www.wunderground.com (link)

by Jen Narramore via mobile 12/24/2012 2:53:01 PM
Does Santa eat chips?

by Eunice Ang via email 12/24/2012 2:56:37 PM
Do reindeer fly? Of course I eat chips, Eunice!

by Santa Claus 12/24/2012 2:56:55 PM
Someone grabbed this shot as we were dropping off presents in China. We'll have to be faster next time!

by Correspondent Elf 12/24/2012 3:02:08 PM
Santa
My kids maggie isabella jess and mickie would like to tell you merry
christmas and bundle up

by Jess Aguirre via email 12/24/2012 3:04:03 PM
Don't worry Maggie, Isabella, Jess and Mickie-- I'd never let Santa leave home without the proper attire :) Merry Christmas to you all, too!

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 3:04:22 PM
We're right on schedule! Santa's almost arrived in Hong Kong.

by Command Centre 12/24/2012 3:06:58 PM
What type of cookies does Santa like? If I leave out chocolate chip oatmeal cookies, is that OK for Santa?

by Steven 12/24/2012 3:08:31 PM
Santa loves any and all cookies and he's always grateful when someone takes the time to leave him a treat. Thanks, Steven!

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 3:08:38 PM
We're on our way to the Philippines now!

by Correspondent Elf 12/24/2012 3:10:38 PM
In the Philippines, people traditionally put out star-shaped lanterns called "parols". These lanterns are made out of bamboo and paper and are meant to represent the Star of Bethlehem which led the Three Wise Men to Jesus.

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 3:14:04 PM
Hi there! Sunny here reporting over Manila. A little cloudy but I like this temperature of 70F.

by Jen Narramore via mobile 12/24/2012 3:14:54 PM
@Correspondent Elf why are your ears pointy?

by tommy 12/24/2012 3:15:44 PM
Elves need pointy ears to hear all the holiday wishes of children around the world!

by Correspondent Elf 12/24/2012 3:16:02 PM
A good little boy named Gerald Kilayko sent me this shot of Santa in the Philippines :)

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 3:19:42 PM
I usually leave a carrot for the reindeer. Is one enough, or should I leave nine, one for each?

by Manny 12/24/2012 3:21:18 PM
The reindeer take turns eating carrots at each house but if you leave out more than one, I promise they won't go to waste!

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 3:21:27 PM
The most powerful Christmas song www.youtube.com

by David from Slovakia 12/24/2012 3:23:14 PM
Santa always seems to know what I want for Christmas. He rocks!

by Joey 12/24/2012 3:26:15 PM
G'day, mates! We're en route to Australia now.

by Correspondent Elf 12/24/2012 3:28:44 PM
I forgot to send you a letter this year Santa! Is it too late? How else can i let you know what i want?

by Display Name: Arshia 12/24/2012 3:34:25 PM
Not to worry, Arshia-- I have my ways of finding out exactly what you want for Christmas :)

by Santa Claus 12/24/2012 3:34:27 PM
Elves shoes
Santa, Why do Elves always wear pointy shoes??

by "Britton, Bradley & Sara" via email 12/24/2012 3:37:29 PM
The elves are very fashion-forward and love the jingle-jangle of their shoes. Maybe Santa will drop off a pair for you next Christmas ;)

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 3:37:45 PM
Carols by Candlelight is a widely popular tradition that started in Melbourne in the early 20th century with people gathering in public parks to sing carols by candlelight.

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 3:38:22 PM
Santa where do you fit all the toys in your sleigh?

by Sara 12/24/2012 3:41:45 PM
Santa has an almost endless bag that makes room for all the presents we spend all year making.

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 3:42:02 PM
Just passed through a couple of showers near Perth (http://www.weatherzone.com.au/radar/wa/perth/128km)

by Jen Narramore 12/24/2012 3:44:13 PM
Santa
How heavy are you?

by Chan WeiYan via email 12/24/2012 3:44:14 PM
Not to worry, Chan-- I make sure Santa has a balanced diet!

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 3:44:16 PM
Chase, a good friend of mine, just asked me me what kind of cookies he should leave out. I'm a fan of chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin and peanut butter-- but I appreciate anything you leave out! Merry Christmas, Chase!

by Santa Claus 12/24/2012 3:47:11 PM
It is really nice right now in Singapore! Thunderstorms in the forecast though! We made it just in time!

by Jen Narramore 12/24/2012 3:51:53 PM
Mrs. Claus, did you pack Santa any snacks for the trip in case he gets hungry? I have some extra fruit roll up if you forgot. Does he eat fruit roll up?

by Mahak 12/24/2012 3:52:17 PM
In order for Santa to have enough energy to deliver all these presents, he needs to eat a lot so he can never have enough snacks! And I'm sure he'd love fruit roll ups

by Mrs. Claus 12/24/2012 3:52:27 PM

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