You're expected to go home for Christmas.
Roy is going to have some extra time off this season for Christmas break, and he usually spends it going home to see his family.
Roy wants to change up what he normally does during Christmas.
Roy goes home for Christmas but arranges a new activity for the family to do.
Roy spends the holiday going on a trip with friends instead.
Roy's family starts up a new holiday tradition thanks to his idea.
Roy's family doesn't get the same enjoyment out of Christmas without him.