Chicago, Illinois
Reykjavik, Iceland
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If you can deal with the cold, Keykjavik offers a beautiful Yule Town
Christmas with a city that is filled with peculiar Christmas traditions
(such as the 13 “Yuletide Lads” which are Scruffy Santas).
Key West, Florida
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You can’t get any more laid back than Key West. Warm temperatures,
beautiful beaches, and a crowd of people who know how to have fun makes
Key West a good choice to spend Christmas.
Quebec City, Canada
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If you are looking for a Christmas in the wilderness, Quebec might be
your stop. Described as a “Haven for environmentally friendly, outdoor
enthusiasts” Quebec offers many opportunities for hiking, snowshoeing,
and snowmobiling.
Trømso, Norway
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Offering a beautiful view of the northern lights, Trømso gives you
the rare treat of a longer evening.The “Day” is just a couple of hours
of twilight.
Nuremberg, Germany
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Pulling in over 2 million visitors each year, the city boasts of an
impressive Christmas market with 200 select vendors who put up
incredible displays in order to compete for the most beautiful stall
design award.
Taos, New Mexico
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Barcelona, Spain
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Its celebration of the Christmas holiday is well worth the stay.
Though this celebration starts on the evening of January the 4th, it’s a
magnificent holiday experience with canons, fireworks; and an
incredible parade of camels, elephants and giraffes.
Durango, Colorado
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If you want a Mountain Christmas without all the hype and fanfare,
Durango is your spot. Enjoy the pristine natural surroundings and have
yourself a merry relaxing Christmas.
Paris, France
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It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the city of lights is on this
list. With streets lined with lights, the Eiffel Tower shining
radiantly, and people enjoying the fantastic atmosphere of one of the
most beautiful cities in the world, Paris should be a staple for any
holiday travel.
Venice, Italy
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During the holidays, the tourist season for one of the worlds most
important tourist destination thins out, creating a beautiful
opportunity to enjoy the grandeur of Venice and its holiday decorations.
Aspen, Colorado
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If you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, Aspen is the spot for you.
Not only does Aspen offers the opportunity to ski down snow blanketed
mountains, the town also hosts a series of incredible holiday music
events and decorations.
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Edinburgh, Scotland
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The second most populous city in Scotland is home to one of the most
vivid holiday celebrations which include holiday light shows and
fireworks.
San Juan, Puerto Rico
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If a snowy Christmas is not for you, then check out the Caribbean
Island of Puerto Rico for a truly tropical Christmas adventure. Go and
experience all manners of lights, foods and partying…lots and lots of
partying.
