Are you dreaming of a white Christmas, but not in the right place for one? If so, you can always make your dream come true by traveling to someplace that can provide that picture-perfect Christmas scene. If your area is forecasting sun or rain instead of snow this December, there are plenty of places for you to go to experience the white Christmas that you may remember or have always wished you could see. Even better, some destinations offer not only snow, but gorgeous scenery, exciting activities, and a festive holiday atmosphere as well. If all of that sounds like what you’re looking for in a Christmas vacation, then consider one of these fabulous holiday destinations this season.
- North Pole. The one in Alaska, that is. North Pole, Alaska, located near Fairbanks, is the home of the Santa Claus house. This is the address that children have used to send letters to Santa since the early 1950s. The Santa Claus house is open from 10-6 most days in December, and visitors can spend time shopping, admiring fantastic Christmas decorations, and taking advantage of fun photo opportunities. Santa himself is available every day except Mondays and Tuesdays. The Fairbanks area has a 100% chance of snow on Christmas this year, so you’ll be able to enjoy your white Christmas in one of the most Christmas-oriented towns in the U.S.
- Quebec City. Quebec City, Canada, is an excellent city if you’re looking for that traditional Christmas feeling. The Marche de Noel, or Christmas Market, is a famous place to shop for Christmas presents and treats, or just to find items on your own wish list. In Quebec City, you’ll find streets lined with fir trees and twinkling lights, beautiful music, and live street theater. What more could you possibly ask for at Christmas time? Well, you could ask for snow – and Quebec City has a 99% chance of snow on Christmas this year.
- Lapland. You couldn’t get a better guarantee of snow if you tried. As a matter of fact, you can even stay in Snow Village, a hotel that exists only in the winter time, because it’s constructed entirely from ice and snow. But it gets better. Napapiiri, Finland, has not one, but two different Santa themed amusement parks, Santa Claus Village and Santa Park. Reindeer abound in this area, and you can even experience a reindeer sleigh ride. When you’re not searching for Santa and enjoying the North Pole ambiance of the area, enjoy a local festival or go on a snowmobile safari.
While it’s true that it’s nice to be home for the holidays, sometimes it’s also nice to experience something new and different. If you’re longing for the beauty of a snowy Christmas morning and a festive holiday atmosphere, traveling to one of these locations can make for a unique, once-in-a-lifetime Christmas that you’ll never forget.
