It’s that magical time of year again, and for parents with young children, the anticipation of Santa Claus’s arrival can be both thrilling and excruciating. The decorations are up, the milk and cookies are ready, and all that’s left is for the kids to settle down for bed—if only for the tenth time—so the magic of Christmas can unfold. Fortunately, kids can ease their anxiety and keep an eye on Santa’s journey thanks to the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and Google.
Tracking Santa with NORAD
On Christmas Eve, kids can start to trace Santa’s path using NORAD’s technology as early as 6 a.m. EST. They can monitor his journey throughout the day until he completes his travels at midnight at the international dateline. Major Lisa Thompson from NORAD public affairs shared with us that while they’re famously known for tracking Santa, their main job is actually to protect the airspace of the U.S. and Canada year-round. “Santa has the ultimate say in his route; we’re just here to keep tabs on him,” Thompson remarked, emphasizing the fun of this unique mission.
There are several ways for kids to follow Santa on Christmas Eve. They can visit the NORAD Tracks Santa website, interact through social media, or simply call the toll-free number that’s set up for updates. Volunteers run the phone lines, working in shifts to provide a personal touch. “Many of us grew up enjoying this program and it’s fulfilling to contribute now,” said Thompson.
Google’s Santa Tracker
In recent years, NORAD has partnered with tech giants like Amazon and OnStar, allowing kids to ask their Alexa devices, “Where is Santa now?” or simply push the OnStar button in their cars to receive live updates.
For those anxious little ones who can’t wait until 6 a.m., Google has them covered! Their Santa tracker launches at midnight on Christmas Eve, with Santa’s first stop this year in far eastern Russia. Kids can track his journey through the Santa Tracker webpage or via the mobile app available for Android devices.
Tracking Santa adds an extra layer of excitement for children, bringing the holiday spirit to life. After all, they’re only little once, so why not make the most of it? Both tracking platforms feature a countdown to Christmas, sure to light up your kids’ faces with joy and anticipation.
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Summary
This holiday season, children can track Santa’s journey with NORAD starting at 6 a.m. EST on Christmas Eve or with Google at midnight. Various methods, including phone calls, social media, and device integration, ensure excitement fills the air as kids monitor Santa’s progress.
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