Celebrate the wonder of Christmas travel with our curated guides to the most festive destinations in the USA and around the world. Whether you dream of wandering through snowy mountain towns filled with twinkling lights, exploring European Christmas markets rich with tradition, or discovering cheerful holiday events close to home, you’ll find endless inspiration to make the season unforgettable. Our travel experts share the best places to experience holiday magic—from charming small-town celebrations and historic cities dressed in their winter finest to warm-weather escapes perfect for a different kind of Christmas cheer. With insider tips, hidden gems, and ideas for every style of traveler, we help you plan meaningful seasonal getaways Around the World or Across the Street™. Let the spirit of Christmas guide your next adventure and create memories that shine long after the holidays fade.
Here are some great places to enjoy holiday events and decorations and 5 of my favorite wow spots to experience Christmas in Portland, Oregon. Rainstorms or not, Portland, Oregon, is filled with holiday spirit. Since the Pacific Northwest is known for having some...
Join us on a Viking River Cruise and experience the magic of a Danube Christmas Market Cruise from Budapest to Passau. Read on for our experience and tips to create your own Christmas magic. I first discovered Christmas Markets in 1983 when my husband was stationed in...
Read on to discover the magic of Arizona holiday celebrations that bring joy to families. Explore five festive events that brighten your season! While Arizona might not resemble a Norman Rockwell painting during the holidays, many argue the spirit of the season is...
Holidays are a time to bring families together. Why not do something different this year and book an exciting Christmas getaway? Here are 6 Christmas getaways for the entire family. There’s no time of year quite like the holiday season when it comes to bringing...
Christmas is a wonderful time to visit Phoenix. Discover the best ways to enjoy Christmas in Phoenix and throughout the Valley of the Sun. The Phoenix area abounds with Christmas events and light displays. With the evenings rarely dropping below 45 degrees and often...
German-inspired Christmas markets are popping up across the US. Check out a few of our favorites and step into the holiday spirit. Glittering lights reflecting off the snow. The smell of hot spiced wine and gingerbread. The sound of Christmas carols and the jingle of...
Read on to discover how to choose thoughtful gifts that tell a story and create memorable connections while traveling. While traveling, my wife, Susan, and I often find unique gifts that we pick up for our friends and family. We might be strolling through an open-air...
Waterford, Ireland, is home to one of the most recognizable luxury brands in the world. Bring Travel Home with a gift of Waterford Crystal. I always associated Waterford Crystal with Christmas. For the first few years of my marriage, I would congregate with others in...
In the fragrant Ponderosa pine woods, just 2 hours north of Phoenix, is a small city full of the Christmas spirit. With the colorful lights of historic Courthouse Square, two parades with unique local units, and an amazing night of musicians in more than 100 downtown...
Salt Lake City, Utah goes all out at Christmas to provide visitors with a total holiday experience complete with magical lights, music, and an authentic German Christmas Market. The month of December through New Year’s is the time to visit Salt Lake City to get that...