Though Christmas could be about stockings, hot cocoa and all things homely, no one said that this holiday could not be just as. So if you have the same idea as we do, wanna ditch your hometown and hit the road instead for this festive season, we are sure that we can offer you an array of options which would make the perfect holiday spot for you this Christmas. Each of these destinations are so beautiful that we would dare you to just close your eyes and point to any place on this list below, and we are sure you could spend the best Christmas ever.
Jackson hole, Wyoming
If you’re thinking rustic countryside, then Jackson Hole in Wyoming is the place to be and a shower of snow is just the compliment that this place would need to make even more wonderful. The best skiing resort in Jackson hole is Four Seasons resort which is found sitting cozy in the midst of a moutain valley, gives its guests a scoop of Jackson Hole’s good old charm with its view of its high peaks and wildlife, along with its own highly curated services such as valley side suiterooms, luxurious breakfasts, customised nature walks, an excursion of the infamous Yellowstone Park. A special amenity that this resort offered known as “A day with the Wolves”, where guests are given a tour of the grey wolf population given by their resident nature specialist. This is a place that also entertains art enthusiasts through its display of wildlife called the ‘Wild” by Four Seasons.
Aspen, Colorado
One or another time, Aspen could have made your list of holiday destinations to be. Be it for its picturesque mountains or lush green trees and for its quaint and silent country scene, Aspen is truly an escape from the bustling world on the other side and should be the place to be if you are looking to spend some quality time with your family. The best that Aspen, Colorado has to offer is definitely The Little Nell, which is Aspen’s only Five Star residence. Described as “Comfortable meets Cosmopolitan”, Little Nell provide the most sophisticated rooms but always makes sure to add its own touch in the small details. Little Nell is sure to bring the flavour of Colorado to its table with its assortment of restaurants like Element 47, Ajax Tavern, which houses the most talented chefs to cater to its guests. Little Nell also loves being a part of its guests’ private moments, by hosting intimate events such as weddings, birthdays, reunions etc.
Whistler, British Columbia
As perky as its name suggests, Whistler, British Columbia is home to many scenic landmarks such as the Whistler Mountain, Brandywine Falls Provincial Park and Audain Art Museum. Situated in Canade, Whistler is said to be famous for being a skiing and snowboarding site throughout the winter. December is sugested to be one of the best months to visit this timeless destination and if you are looking for the place to stay here, you have got to check out Fairmont Chateau Whistler, where you can fill the day with activities like trekking through the nature’s beauty and come back at night to spend a relaxed evening at the property’s hotel, Mallard Lounge which serves some lip smacking cocktails and locally brewed draft beer, if you are looking to get a more authentic taste of what Whistler is all about.
Stowe, Vermont
Vermont has always been a crowd favourite when it comes to Christmas, but if you think there’s more to explore in Vermont, we would say that you should start looking into this small town called Stowe. Though little in size, the sights that it encompass are absolutely breathtaking and yet are sure to leave you wanting more. And when in Stowe, hitch your ride up straight up to the Green Mountains where you are to find the best of lodgings that the place has to offer. Such as the Green Mountain Inn, which is one of the top ranked bed and breakfasts in Stowe and has the mosty exclusive Christmas offers on its rooms. In business since 1833, it is a relic of a long gone era which still continues to provide its guests with the warmest hospitality.
Niagara on the Lake, Ontario
Christmas is never looked better than it did in old timey town setpieces that we might see in our favourite old Christmas flicks. But if we could suggest some place that could be just as close, it would be Niagara on the Lake in Ontario with its lively little town which comes alive especially during the holiday season. This tow here takes Christmas seriously and surely makes its residents know it with many of the events such as the Candlelight Stroll, Holiday House Tour, Santa Clause Parade and the Icewine Festival. And if you decide to stay put and witness such festivities, we suggest that you get settled first thing at Queenston Heights, the most picture perfect street that Niagara on the Lake has and any place is surely a steal.
Park City, Utah
Now we can’t have Canada have all the glory and take all the tourists themselves when America has Park City, Utah on its side. Said to southeast of downtown of Saltlake, Park City as a world class resort town and as also hosted athletes from all over the globe for the 2002 Olympic Winter Games. Park City in a period was especially known for its pursuits in the field of silver mining, Ana activity which was carried out here until the beginning of 1970s. Being dubbed “mountainkind” due to its mighty mountains, this place is an active hub for recreation such as skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, fishing, hiking etc. If you still need to be impressed, head over to Stein Eriksen Lodge Deer Valley, which has been awarded the Best Ski Hotel for 2024 by the World Ski Awards.
Lake Tahoe, California
“Lake” or “California” might not be the first things that come to your mind when it comes to Christmas vacation but if you trust us on this one, we can guarantee you that Lake Tahoe in winter will not disappoint you. Lake Tahoe has so many attractions to visit in the winter such as the Diamon Peak, which is a top notch skiing spot, Speedboat beach, which is just as pretty in winter as it could be in summer and Granlibakken Tahoe, which is the place for a variety of activities including ice skating, building a snowman and even ziplining at Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park. When all that excitement wears you out, you can take come to the Ritz-Carlton, which is the best luxury hotel that the area could offer.
Putting up your Christmas tree in your living room, Gift shopping and baking a batch of cookies in your kitchen might be how your usual Christmas goes but if you’re looking to shake up a few things this time around, we hope we gave you some ideas to make your next winter trip the best Christmas that you could ver remember for a lifetime.
