December is known around the world as a family time of celebration honoring cultures, religions and traditions that have been with humanity for hundreds of years.
This is why we have gathered a list of places you can visit this month with family, friends or just by yourself.
Boulder, Colorado
Boulder is most famous for its fantastic view of the Rocky Mountains, making it a unique winter destination.
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Yellowstone National Park is a highly recommended travel destination in December because of how beautiful, peaceful, and quiet it is.
Stowe, Vermont
Stowe is one of the best places to visit in December in the USA, especially if you are looking to enjoy a cozy romantic getaway with your significant other.
Leavenworth, Washington
Leavenworth takes Christmas seriously, and the lighting and the ornaments decorating the town are a beauty to behold.
Breckenridge, Colorado
Walk through the town and enjoy the beautiful sights of the festive season with buildings decorated with holiday ornaments.
Burlington, Vermont
If you want to have a magical Christmas in a scenic city, Burlington is one of the best places to spend your December vacation in the US, let alone all of North America.
Lake Tahoe, California
There is a mix of outdoor and indoor activities you can do at Lake Tahoe. Some outdoor activities include snowboarding, skiing, going on candlelit cruises, and catching the sunset from sleigh rides.
- Sweden celebrates Christmas with a giant, straw Yule Goat.
- The longest-running Santa Claus parade happens in Illinois.
- One of the oldest Christmas markets dates back to the 1600s.
- “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” was recorded by a 13-year-old.
- Brazil set the record for the world’s largest floating Christmas tree.
- In Ukraine, spiders are considered symbols of good luck at Christmas.
- There is a Christmas tree in Spain worth $15 million.
- Eggnog dates back to medieval times.
- Americans expect to spend around $837 on Christmas gifts this year.
- Americans spend nearly $2 billion on holiday treats every year.
- Decorating Disney World involves 8.5 million lights.
- The tradition of putting up Christmas trees is more than 500 years old.
