Here are 14 must-visit travel destinations for the holiday season! They’ll make you dream with their magical scenery and unparalleled atmosphere.
Banff, Alberta, Canada
For those who want to stay in Canada, Banff is an Alberta village that becomes truly magical during the holiday season. With its Christmas decorations and festive atmosphere, it’s a safe choice! It’s also a perfect place for downhill skiing enthusiasts, and many activities are available such as dog sledding, ice skating and snowmobiling.
Bath, England
Bath is a beautiful English city with a Christmas market and the popular Bath on Ice event, where you can ice-skate to Christmas music and delicious drinks.
Beaver Creek, Colorado, United States
Beaver Creek, Colorado, is a top destination for skiers. This ski village also hosts a Christmas baking competition.
Bruges, Belgium
Bruges is a town in Belgium where you’ll find two Christmas markets and decorations adding to the festive atmosphere. It’s also the ideal place to drink a good hot chocolate made from Belgian chocolate!
Cozumel, Mexico
For those who prefer to get away from winter and snow, Cozumel, Mexico is a dream destination. What could be better than partying on the beach with a few cocktails and tacos?
Disney
Disney theme parks are probably the most magical places to spend the holiday season. All your favorite characters are dressed up to the nines to give you the time of your life.
Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland
Did you know that Santa Claus lives in Rovaniemi, Finland? You can come and meet him right in his village, and even take a reindeer ride.
New York, United States
The great city of New York is renowned as a festive destination during the holiday season. At Rockefeller Center, you’ll find the big ice rink with the famous giant Christmas tree. Stroll through a Christmas market or celebrate New Year’s Eve in Times Square!
Jackson Hole, Wyoming, United States
Jackson Hole is located in Wyoming and promises many activities to get you in the Christmas mood, such as skiing with Santa, ice skating, movie night entertainment and, finally, magnificent fireworks.
Nuremberg, Germany
Germany’s Nuremberg is the perfect place to spend the holiday season. With its diverse Christmas markets and toy museum, what better way to get in the spirit?
Old Quebec, Canada
Quebec City’s Old Quebec district is beautiful all year round, but even more so at Christmastime! It transforms into a real Christmas village, with beautiful decorations and a unique atmosphere.
Solvang, California, United States
Solvang is a California town founded by Danes in the early 1900s. It features Danish architecture, businesses and Christmas decorations.
Honolulu, Hawaii
Looking to escape under the palm trees? Spend Christmas in Honolulu, Hawaii! Sing Christmas carols to the sound of the ukulele and admire the magnificent fireworks on New Year’s Day. As they say in Hawaiian, “mele kalikimaka”!
Strasbourg, France
Strasbourg’s Christmas market is the oldest in France! The city also boasts a 30-metre Christmas tree, as well as the popular OFF market, which has been running since 2016.