![]() Twinkling lights fill Jacques Cartier Square and revelers gather to watch performances, imbibe at outdoor bars and celebrate the spirit of the season. The holidays, however, are when the real magic happens. Upon arrival, you'll feel like you’re strolling down the cobblestone streets of Paris with accordion music filling the air. Though Montreal is a modern, vibrant city, the section designated as “Old Montreal” is pure, old-world enchantment. border and upon arrival you’ll swear you just deplaned in France. Montreal, Canada is a quick jaunt across the U.S. Montreal, Canada Montreal, Canada Photo Courtesy of MONTRÉAL EN FÊTES Among them is The Village of Lights: Christmastown, which features more than half a million holiday lights, along with music and entertainment.įind out more at. Each December, the town comes alive under an umbrella of twinkling lights and cheerful holiday festivities. The last five decades have seen an explosion of tourists (nearly a million annually) who come to participate in one the town’s many festivals. Why? Since it's nestled in the Cascade Mountains, Leavenworth was the ideal location for a Bavarian transformation. Hoping to draw visitors to its streets, Leavenworth’s leaders decided to change the town’s aesthetic from sleepy to European. In the 1960s, the town of Leavenworth, Washington, had a big idea. Leavenworth, Washington Leavenworth, Washington Wolfgang Kaehler / LightRocket via Getty Images There’s also a waterpark for the kids and Frankenmuth’s famous all-you-can-eat-fried-chicken dinner at Zehnders.įind out more at. Outfit your Christmas tree at one of the holiday shops, take a drive through the twinkling lights or go ice skating in the park. You’ll be positively delighted by the charming architecture and fun festivities this little town has to offer. There are winter activities abound like skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and even outdoor swimming (don't worry, the pools are heated). ![]() During the holidays, the already-magical destination becomes a veritable winter wonderland with snow-covered trees and twinkling lights. Aspen, Colorado Aspen, Colorado Jeremy SwansonĪspen is recognized worldwide for its incredible skiing, scenic mountains and luxury accommodations. The town’s annual Julefest Christmas celebration begins after Thanksgiving and is a bounty of holiday lights, interactive candlelight tours and more festive fun.įind out more at. There’s even a horse-drawn street car reminiscent of days gone by.Ĭome Christmas, it’s exactly what you’d expect: an old-world wonderland. The tiny town is home to more than 120 wineries and vineyards, boutique shopping and bakeries that offer - you guessed it - Danish pastries. You’ll swear you’re in Europe strolling along the Danish-inspired streets of the village, which is located in California’s Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara wine country. Head to Solvang for a little slice of Denmark in the U.S. Solvang, California Solvang, California HaizhanZheng / Getty Images Or if you want to bask in the lights up the big city, head to New York City, the home of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree and just about anything else you can think of.įind out more at Go Hawaii. Of course, there's always Orlando, Florida, the perennial family favorite. Outdoor enthusiasts are sure to love a ski getaway in Aspen ( aprés-ski, anyone?), while the kids will be in awe over the holiday light display at Christmastown in Williamsburg, Virginia. From quick (and not to mention, cheap) weekend getaways to week-long adventures, you're bound to find something to please just about everyone in your crew. ![]() Whether your idea of getting into the spirit of the season means sipping rum punches on a beach, a fresh coat of powder or visiting a quaint New England Christmas town, we've put together a list of vacation ideas to inspire you. ![]() While Europe's Christmas markets make for a dreamy escape, it's not necessary to travel across the Atlantic when there are so many homegrown Christmas getaways to add to your bucket list. ![]()
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