9 destinations to travel with the family at Christmas
The Christmas holidays are the perfect time to travel with the family and take the opportunity to visit spectacular cities that dress up for the occasion such as Paris, London or New York.
Christmas is a time to spend with the family, and at this time many people decide to pack their bags and spend the holidays in a special destination . Currently there are many options that can be found with snow, heat, beach, country or city. But, if you are traveling with children, there are destinations that are essential to visit, such as the beautiful town of Santa Claus, the magic of Disneyland or the beautiful streets of Bruges that seem fresh out of a fairy tale. If this year you are thinking of traveling with your family, here are some destinations that you will surely love.
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1. ROVANIEMI, FINLAND
What better way to spend the Christmas holidays than visiting Santa Claus himself at home? His town, called Rovaniemi, is located in Lapland (Finland). In it, in addition to being able to see the famous huskies that pull the snow sleds up close, the little ones will also be able to greet and feed the reindeer that every year help Santa Claus to distribute the gifts between the houses of all the children. However, the fun is not reserved for the little ones, but adults will also be able to enjoy the impressive landscapesthat leaves the cold in this region. Beautiful snow-capped forests, frozen rivers and northern lights are some of the main reasons why traveling families choose Lapland as their vacation destination. And the most adventurous will surely not be able to resist taking a snowmobile ride .
2. PARIS
If there is a place to visit with the little ones during Christmas, that is Disneyland . The land of stories is magical throughout the year, but it is during the holidays when it dresses up to be covered in snow and decorated with lights and crystal balls . The little ones will have the opportunity to meet their familiar characters, while the older ones surely cannot resist riding their roller coasters and other attractions more than once. In addition, since you travel to Disneyland you cannot miss the capital either . Paris also dresses up to welcome Christmas and leaves precious stamps to create unforgettable memories with our loved ones.
3. THE ARAN VALLEY
There are families who cannot avoid catching their skis the moment the first snowflake falls. If yours is one of those, why not spend a different Christmas skiing in one of the perfect destinations for the whole family? The Arán Valley has the Family Tourism Seal and it is not only the Baqueira Beret station, but also parks for the little ones and special areas with family activities such as archery or hiking.
4. LONDON
The English capital is one of those cities that you have to visit at least once in your life. The entire city is preparing for a magical Christmas with gigantic fir trees decorated with crystal balls like the one of the now famous tree in Trafalgar Square or thousands of lit light bulbs that travel kilometers and kilometers through the streets. Its famous Christmas markets are also a great attraction, the best known being the Kingston Christmas Market, the Winterville Christmas Market or those of Southbank Center or Greenwich Market. But this city is especially attractive to travel with children for two reasons: the Winter Wonderland Park and the Harry Potter studios.. The first is a Christmas theme park that has a gigantic ice skating rink or a 60-meter-high Ferris wheel. For its part, taking the Warner Bros. Studios London Tour will allow you to walk through Diagon Alley , enter Hogwarts Castle or visit the famous platform 9 and ¾.
5. NEW YORK
Who has not dreamed of strolling down Fifth Avenue decked out for the holidays or skating on the Central Park ice rink? The Big Apple is the setting for many of the Christmas movies that can be seen on television year after year and enjoying this spectacular city with the whole family is something to remember for a lifetime. New York also has one of the largest Christmas trees in the world, located in Rockefeller Center and decorated with sparkling Swarovski crystal ornaments. Strolling through the city will allow you all to enjoy the Christmas windows together and the little ones will surely not be able to resist sitting on the lap of Santa Claus.when he is found with his faithful elves in any shopping center. And an unmissable appointment is the Grand Central Station , where you can enjoy free shows or Times Square in case you spend the last night of the year in New York.
6. THE CANARY ISLANDS
Normally, Christmas is related to cold and snow, but any of the Canary Islands are an ideal option if you want to spend a different holiday with your family in its subtropical climate. Its volcanic landscapes, its spectacular beaches and its inimitable gastronomy will make you quickly forget the snow. Each of its islands has different points of tourist interest: for example, in Lanzarote you can find the Timanfaya National Park or the mysterious Jameos del Agua, while in Tenerife you can visit the third highest volcano in the world, Teide. Also, with a bit of luck you can even take your swimsuit out of your suitcase and take a little dip .
7. REIKIAVIK (ICELAND)
Northern countries are always a safe bet to travel at any time of the year, but their charm increases with the arrival of Christmas. This city stands out for its bucolic appearance, with charming streets in which its colorful houses can be seen on both sides of the street. In addition, the fact that they only have 4 hours of daylight during these dates is an advantage when trying to glimpse their magical northern lights in the sky . Of course, do not forget to take coats, gloves and a scarf.
8. MOROCCO
If Santa Claus has his house in a small village in Lapland, the Three Kings can be visited in Morocco. In addition to enjoying a totally different culture in which, for example, you will not see any Christmas tree or figure of Santa Claus , you can also visit imposing landscapes such as the Dades Gorges or the Draa Valley. Without a doubt, the perfect destination to spend a Christmas vacation that no one will forget.
9. WITCHES
If what you are looking for is an authentic Christmas village, you cannot miss this small town in Belgium. In it you will not only have a great time with its famous Christmas market , but you can also ice skate or warm up with a delicious hot chocolate. In addition, every year the ‘Ice Magic Hasselt’ festival is held , in which numerous artists display their sculptures made in ice.
Dr. Tabriella Perivolaris, Sara's mother and fan of fashion, beauty, motherhood, among others, about the female universe. Since 2018 she has been working as a copywriter, always bringing to her articles a little of her experience and experience as a mother and woman.