In Mexico, Christmas is an important holiday season with strong traditions. One of the most colorful traditions is the posada party, celebration every evening from December 16 to 24. These celebrations commeraate Mary and Joseph;s. cold and difficult journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem in search of shelter. "posada" in spanish, simply means lodging or shelter. Nowdays, the posada has envolved into a Religious and social celebration, paying a festive homage to the journey.