“Christmas isn’t a Season…It’s a Feeling!”
-Edna Ferber
Here comes the most wonderful time of the year! If you are a keen traveler who loves to travel and explore the magically lit up locales, you have come to the perfect place to know about the best Christmas Destinations in the World. These must see places will surely make you feel extra special and festive.
Best Christmas Destinations In The World
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1. New York City, U.S.A
New York City looks glorious during the month of December. The main center of attraction is the Rockefeller Centre with the magnificent ice rink around the Christmas Tree. People from all over the world visit the city to ice skate under the tall buildings and the festive lights.
The Columbus Circle on the corner of Central Park organizes more than 100 shops that sells treats, decorations, clothes, etc. to suit everyone’s interest.
2. Lapland, Finland
For many centuries we say that the official home of Santa Clause is in the North Pole. Finland, located in the Arctic Circle will be the only place where you feel most festive because it seems like you are standing in a Christmas movie.
You can see reindeers, ride on sleighs, spend time with Father Christmas and see the Northern Lights at night. There is also Santa’s Post Office where children can go and write their wishes to Santa.
3. London, United Kingdom
Exploring the Winter Wonderland and shopping at Oxford Street are my favorite things to do when I visit London during this time of the year. There is also the ice-skating rink set up at Somerset House to enjoy the full spirit of Christmas with friends and family.
Christmas Markets set up all around the city include Southbank Centre Winter Market, Convent Garden Christmas Village and many more. This is certainly one of the Best Christmas Destinations in the World!
4. Reykjavik, Iceland
Covered with beautiful ornaments and white snow makes Iceland a terrific place to visit during Christmas. It is only blessed with 4 hours of sunlight during the day but the darkness doesn’t bother people. The streets are adorned with different types of festive lights. Some of the famous tourist attractions include visiting the Yule Cat and experiencing the Christmas Book Flood which is idle for every book lover.
5. Strasbourg, France
Home to a few Christmas villages, the city looks like a fairy-tale with houses covered with snow and beautiful fairy lights. Did you know that Strasbourg is known as the capital of Christmas
There are dozens of markets where you can shop, eat treats and play games. I am sure you will have a wonderful time there, clicking pictures in every part of the city.
6. Amsterdam, Netherlands
Cycling along the canal with the crispness of the winter air makes Amsterdam worth visiting. Home to many Christmas markets, you can experience how the Dutch like to celebrate the festival with their traditions.
Many churches around the city open their doors to the public to sing Christmas Carols and enjoy the magnificent show of fireworks at night.
I hope I energised the travel spirit inside you to travel to these stunning destinations around the world. Let me know in the comments down below if I have missed any place! Or Connect with Us here
Happy Holidays and Wish you a Merry Christmas!