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  • Durango Narrow Gauge train with smoke bellowing
    By Barry Peacock 4 hours ago

    America's 9 Best Train Rides For An Unforgettable New Year's Celebration

    Fancy ending the year with a delightful train ride? The United States is packed with spectacular seasonal rail journeys, and these are the best.

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  • Festive entrance to a hotel
    By Rosheda Stephenson 2 days ago

    10 Christmas Hotels Around America That Transform Into Festive Vacation Destinations

    Find the best U.S. hotels for a Christmas getaway, complete with holiday lights, special activities, seasonal menus, and unforgettable festive fun.

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  • A candle stand at the Thornton Night Market
    By Jenna Kelley 3 days ago

    Orlando's Underappreciated 'Main Street District' Has An Art-Filled Night Market And Wine Walk

    Orlando's gorgeous Thornton Park neighborhood hosts an art-filled night market and wine walk on Thursdays and Fridays. Here's everything you need to know.

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  • man on horse with rope pulling a skier who is jumping through the air
    By Brandy Jo Hastings 3 days ago

    The Oldest Winter Carnival West Of The Mississippi Is Colorado's Rip-Roaring Cowboy Festival

    For a truly unique experience, head to this Colorado city to enjoy winter cowboy traditions, complete with races down snow-lined streets and pyrotechnic skiers.

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  • A tourist taking photos at the Ice and Snow Festival in Harbin, China.
    By Barry Peacock 4 days ago

    The Best Winter Festivals Around The World For Cold-Weather Fun

    Discover the best winter festivals around the world, from icy sculptures to cultural celebrations, perfect for planning your next adventure.

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  • Holiday lights at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Center
    By Kristin Conard 4 days ago

    Kansas' Holiday Luminary Walk Has Gnome Villages, Fairy Forests, And An Adults-Only Candlelight Stroll

    Whether you're looking for a family-friendly outing or an adults-only evening, this holiday lights event in Kansas has something on the calendar for you.

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  • Shoppers browsing handmade wooden sculptures at the Baltimore Christmas Village
    By Sophie Baker 5 days ago

    One Of The East Coast's Best Christmas Markets Is A German-Inspired Celebration With Shopping And Wine

    Instead of taking a trip to Europe to see a cute German winter wonderland, you can feel the holiday magic at one of the best Chistmas markets in the U.S.

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  • View from the inside of the Mile High Tree in Denver
    By Kristin Conard 9 days ago

    America's Tallest LED Holiday Tree Lights Up Denver's German-Style Christmas Market

    Denver may not be your typical Christmas destination, but it boasts an impressive illuminated tree, plus an authentic German Christmas market.

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  • An art installation of a Flinstones car sitting on desert sand at Saguaro Man in Arizona
    By Ben M Stower 10 days ago

    Arizona's Burning Man Alternative Is A Smaller, More Intimate Event Full Of Art And Music

    Burning Man draws crowds of thousands of people across the world, but Arizona’s regional burn offers a more intimate gathering for creatives to enjoy.

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  • Shoppers stand at a booth selling Christmas ornaments at an outdoor market, with a lighted Christmas tree in the foreground
    By Jess Simms 10 days ago

    Ohio's 5 Best Christmas Markets For Shopping, Treats, And Holiday Vibes

    For an incredible Christmas market experience this holiday season, head to one of Ohio's five best markets for shopping, treats, and vibes.

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  • A large
    By Ben M Stower 10 days ago

    America's Largest, Free Walkable Holiday Light Display Is A Midwest Haven On Lake Superior

    The winter holiday season can be expensive, but you can save by visiting this free display of Christmas lights, the largest event of its kind in the U.S.

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  • A view of the entrance to Christkindlmarket Chicago, before the crowds descend
    By Rebecca High 10 days ago

    Chicago's Most Vibrant Christmas Market Is A Delightful Tradition With German Charm

    A cold-weather favorite in Chicago draws huge crowds for outdoor shopping, German comfort food, and seasonal drinks, with multiple locations to explore.

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  • Christmas light displays in Cathedral Square in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    By Ben M Stower 10 days ago

    Wisconsin's Beloved Can't-Skip Festival In Milwaukee To Explore Before 2025 Ends

    This Midwest winter wonderland glows with over 500,000 lights, complete with oversized ornaments, festive shows, and Santa-themed fun for all ages.

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  • A child walks toward a small, festively lit playhouse at Christmas in Candyland in Andalusia, Alabama
    By Anahid Akkam 11 days ago

    Alabama's Family-Friendly City With Southern Charm Has Tasty Bites And A Christmas Festival

    A cozy Alabama city bursts into holiday magic each December, with twinkling lights, a vibrant "Candyland" festival, seasonal treats, and charming restaurants.

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  • Horse and rider at a dressage competition
    By Ben M Stower 11 days ago

    Pennsylvania's Quaint Suburb Outside Philly Is Known For Its Equestrian History, Lively Festivals, And Small-Town Vibe

    Escape the bustle of Philadelphia in this charming nearby suburb, known for its equestrian events, friendly residents, and local shops and eateries.

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  • Christmas lights in the suburbs.
    By Barry Peacock 11 days ago

    The Most Show-Stopping Christmas Light Shows Across America

    It's the most wonderful time of the year, and many U.S. neighborhoods are about to glow thanks to spectacular Christmas light shows. These are the best.

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  • Festive stalls and crowds of people at Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market
    By Maja Proescholdt 11 days ago

    Britain's Christmas Market Capital Transforms In The Winter With Picture-Perfect Festivities

    For a picture-perfect Christmas market, head to Britain's Christmas market capital which is transformed into a winter wonderland with lots of festivities.

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  • A group of friends enjoy a Christmas market
    By Rebecca Frankel 12 days ago

    4 East Coast Christmas Markets That Drench Guests In Jolly Festive Vibes

    America's Christmas markets might not have the renown of their European counterparts, but there's still plenty of gifts, treats, and cheer to go around.

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  • Snowy streets with lights and Christmas decor
    By Rebecca High 13 days ago

    5 Christmas Towns In California That Have Major Hallmark Movie Vibes

    Looking for a picture-perfect Christmas town to visit? These five California spots with Hallmark movie vibes are amazing places to get into the holiday spirit.

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  • A sailboat decorated with festive holiday lights
    By Rebecca High 15 days ago

    Wilmington's Holiday Boat Parade Is A Unique Coastal Christmas Thrill With Vendors And Events

    Wrightsville Beach is ground-zero for holiday cheer; skippers decorate their boats and compete for prizes, the highlight of a weekend of fun community events.

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  • A woman shops at a stall at Chicago's Christkindlmarkt
    By Rosheda Stephenson 16 days ago

    The Midwest's Most Festive And Fun Christmas Markets That Feel Like Europe

    From German treats to artisan gifts, explore the most authentic European-inspired Christmas markets across the Midwest, all highly rated by travelers.

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  • A turkey float at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
    By Elizabeth Williams 16 days ago

    Skip NYC's Thanksgiving Day Parade And For These 5 Underrated Festive Spots Instead

    If you want to celebrate Thanksgiving by watching a parade but don't want to brave the Manhattan crowds, try these five underrated festive spots instead.

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  • A family building a snowman at a winter festival
    By Rosheda Stephenson 16 days ago

    The 11 Best Winter Festivals In America For Unforgettable Memories

    You can celebrate the winter season all across the country at festivals that include holiday fun, ice sculpture contests, pub crawls, bonfires, and more.

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  • The Great Dickens Christmas Fair in Daly City, California
    By Nola Sarkisian-Miller 19 days ago

    The 'Best Christmas Market In The US' Is A Cozy California Fair To Shop And Snack

    The top U.S. Christmas market is held every year in northern California, and it wraps a giant market and a lively festival into one dazzling holiday event.

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  • homes decorated for Christmas in McAdenville North Carolina
    By Christine Dulion 19 days ago

    Just Outside Charlotte Is North Carolina's Holiday Getaway Known As 'Christmas Town USA'

    For an East Coast destination full of holiday cheer and decorations, head to this charming town just outside of Charlotte known as "Christmas Town USA."

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  • The Christmas Village in Philadelphia with City Hall in background
    By Rene Bennett 20 days ago

    Philadelphia's Christmas Village Is A Picturesque Escape Full Of Authentic German Charm

    Although many travelers flock to Europe to experience cute German Christmas markets firsthand, the winter village in Philadelphia is a truly magical wonderland.

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  • Lgiht up deer installation from Tianyu Arts and Culture
    By Sara Tewksbury 20 days ago

    The Vibrant Tennessee Zoo Event USA Today Nominated For Best Zoo Lights

    During the holidays, zoos light up with colorful displays. A Tennessee zoo’s new festival is already being considered as one of America’s best, per USA Today.

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