Discover the Magic of Christmas Travel

Escape the ordinary this holiday season and immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of new cultures. Traveling for the holidays is an exhilarating adventure, filled with the magic of exploring festive customs around the globe. Check out our top destination recommendations that promise to make your Christmas unforgettable.

New York City

Endless snow and jolly transforms New York into a winter wonderland perfect for tourism and holiday fun. Everywhere you look is decked with tinsel, ornaments, and the merry sounds of cheer as locals and tourists alike enjoy festivities. You can go ice skating at one of the many open rinks. A highly praised recommendation from locals is Wollman Rink, or you can visit the Rockefeller Tree, which is always adorned with impressive decorations. The spirit of the holidays is everywhere in the city, so if you choose to go, visit attractions that spark your interest, see beloved plays like the Nutcracker, and look into big stores with little trinkets sprinkled around.

Big Bear Lake, California

As the name suggests, yes, there are bears here, however, there’s much more to enjoy in this city. Located in the San Bernardino Mountains, there’s a wide variety of activities available for tourists, including fishing for bass and trout fish in the largest lake in California or snowboarding and skiing from the large surrounding mountains that reach a peak of 8,805 feet. If the outdoors does not interest you and relaxing is all you desire, you can simply enjoy the beautiful views provided by nature itself. Sunsets and sunrises look ethereal as the Sun peaks between all the trees and summits, bringing about a memorable winter trip. Additionally, they deck the halls and transform the city into a splendid holiday getaway with various little events.

US Virgin Islands

Alas, if you do not enjoy cold weather and the sight of snow, but do not want to remain in Florida, definitely take a peek at the U.S Virgin Islands. You can scuba and see aquatic wonders like coral and colorful fish, or go from island to island on ferries and buy all the fun trinkets displayed by shop owners as a true Islands tourist. The temperature flitters day to day, ranging from high 70s to low 80s–perfect for suntanning at the many lovely beaches. So, pack your swimsuits and ditch your sweaters for a warm winter getaway.

Montreal–Québec, Canada

A real snowy trip awaits you if you choose to travel to Montreal. The city is freezing, but warm in feeling for the holiday season. Some recommended activities are playing with the cats in North America’s first cat cafe, Café Chat L’Heureux, and enjoying a night of music at Igloofest which has been regarded by many as the coldest music festival. Skiing is another popular venture with all the snow, so if you like cats and skiing and shivering to loud music, then check out Montreal.

Germany

For us Floridians, cold weather is stark. Our few cold days are marked by shivers and chattering teeth, but if you enjoy freezing temperatures and maybe want to eat some Schnitzel, then visit the wondrous country of Germany. There’s something for everyone from skiing at the Zugspitze resort, sledding in Blomberg, Bad Tölz, or simple sightseeing in cities like Berlin. Or you can try the many traditional winter dishes like mutzenmandeln, apple beignets, heidesand; and if sweets are not your thing, then you can try some kraut rolls. Most places are decorated and bursting with holiday spirit, making Germany another great travel destination.

Now that you know a few possible holiday destinations, we hope you have a wonderful holiday season full of family, friends, and hopefully some traveling.