By: Mia Wong

Photo By Marco Verch, CC BY 2.0 on Flickr 

Magical New York City

New York City is a great place to spend a romantic Christmas as there are a variety of winter holiday activities and charming views to create unforgettable memories. There is everything you may expect, starting from the view of the Rockefeller Christmas Tree to the most delicious hot chocolate served at Sant Ambroeus. Moreover, your winter holiday can shine even brighter once you take in all of the festive lights displayed in New York City. The lights shine especially bright at locations such as the Hudson Yard, Washington Square Park, and so much more for you to explore. To make your Christmas shine bright, experience the wonderful magic New York City has to offer! 

Beautiful in Belgium

Christmas in Belgium includes beautiful celebrations with various Christmas Markets to explore. In particular, the Bruges Christmas Market  has been recognized to be the most fairytale-like experience in Belgium aligned with  many winter tourist attractions. It is a small and cozy place where you and your loved ones can enjoy ice skating or shopping at the local stalls. If you like the idea of a quiet scenery rather than a noisy one, Bruges is also known for its gorgeous views alongside canals and its empty streets. All in all,  twinkling lights light up Belgium  to create a merry atmosphere in both the quiet and crowded places for you to enjoy.

The Sunny Caribbeans

If you don’t like the cold as much and love the warm weather then try spending a warmer holiday season in the Caribbeans! The sun and sand are a great way to build up the excitement and relax on a tropical Christmas day. The Bahamas will fill the holiday air with music and fireworks whilst Puerto Rico will also be holding a winter fair with a carousel to give you all the nostalgic feels. So if the beach makes you feel more at home than the cold does then consider spending a luxurious Christmas celebration where the sun can brighten up your day. 

Christmas in Canada

Canada is another festive place to spend your holidays. Something that makes it especially special for Canadians are places like The Distillery Winter Village. The Distillery is filled with many picturesque stands accompanied by beautiful lights for those who love to share their holidays online. Furthermore, the  Distillery has many interactive activities to take pleasure in by walking with roaming elves or visiting Santa Claus who would love to bring smiles to your faces. Overall, the Distillery is just one of the many places in Canada that spreads the holiday cheer among family, friends, and loved ones.

Each and every one of these places in the world has the potential to enlighten your winter holidays, so there’s no wrong destination as long as you get to spend Christmas with your loved ones.  

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